Notes on weight charts and taxes in a mid year column
In a June Notebook item, readers joke about weight myths and a Johns Hopkins expert disputing ideal weight charts, suggesting a 160 target though a pudgy man weighs 180. It adds quips on rain delays, garage sales profit, and a California pollution compliance tale, plus a note that the Interstate System turns 25 this summer and faces fuel tax questions amid lower driving.
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Consumer Scorecard on College Aid Faces Budget Changes
Louise Cook explains how budget cuts in Congress may affect middle and upper middle income families, noting private aid remains substantial. The College Board reports about 70 percent of students receive aid, with federal loans and need-based formulas guiding eligibility, and emphasizes using FAF and FFS forms early for 1982-83 aid.
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U S Corn Surpasses Wheat as Top Crop in 1980 Value
A USDA report shows U S corn for grain valued at 21.69 billion dollars in 1980, far ahead of wheat at 9.40 billion. Soybeans, hay, sorghum, barley, and oats follow, with corn exports concentrated from Illinois, Iowa, and other Corn Belt states. Railroads shift to jumbo hopper cars and unit trains to move record grain exports.
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Iowa
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Nebraska
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Pacific
Association of American Railroads
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Pacific Ports
Strength training for baseball timing and weight loss tips
Reader asks about weighted bats and timing in baseball. Dr Donahue says train the exact swing with controlled overloads, use alternative machines, combine routine batting practice, and note hitting power comes from meeting the ball and transferring body weight. Also includes weight loss guidelines for a high school senior baseball player and advice on maintaining aerobic gains with gradual, consistent effort.
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Mike Newlin
New Jersey Nets
Dr. Donahue
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Ottawa Herald Subscription Rates Notice
The Ottawa Herald published daily except Sunday and holidays lists subscription prices for in town and trade area by mail and by carrier including sales tax. Rates cover one month to one year with separate out of state tax guidance. Member of the Associated Press.
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Robert B. Wellington
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