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Newspaper
Ottawa Herald
Location
Ottawa, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Jun 20, 1977
Page
2
A Pennsylvania congressman asked if a truly risk free society is possible, warning safety laws could erase childhood. The remark came during a debate on a youth safety agency bill, implying broader reach from skateboards to lawnmowers and home environments. Another committee discussed an Earthquake Hazards office.
Lawmakers weigh creating a risk management agency to study earthquakes and coordinate safety standards. Critics warn the move could spawn a string of new bureaus from tornado and floods offices to hailstorm and locust control, expanding the public payroll.
After a January takeover in Washington the administration eased policy for Vietnam era veterans with less-than-honorable discharges. They may appeal for upgrades, angering many veterans who warn extending GI benefits to these cases would reward lawbreakers and show undue leniency, prompting House hearings.
Los Angeles viewer Bernard Balmuth campaigned with an FCC petition in May 1972 to cap reruns at 25 percent of prime time. The commission refused. Balmuth later noted fewer reruns and more new series, claiming improved employment and creativity in TV production after years of heavy repeats.
USDA foreign trade expert John B. Parker Jr says Egypt’s demand for U.S. farm commodities is surging and could reach one billion dollars by 1980. The projection stems from a USDA report noting Egypt bought $454 million in farm sales last year with no sign of abating.
TV listings show The Chop ped Liver Brothers with Tom Pat chett and Jay Tarses as ex white collar workers pursuing comedy. Also Mulligan's Stew centers on coach Mulligan and wife sharing crowded home with orphans.
A compact listing blends a devotional prayer with a three part drama and TV program notes. Features include a prayer for truth and justice, a Pallisers plotline with Ferdinand Lopez’s death and political resignations, movie Edge Of Doom with 1950 cast, The Son ny And Cher Show guest list, Austin City Limits acts Firatall and Denim, and an investigative segment on pollution affecting the Hudson River and New York bight.
Ambassador Andrew Young, famed for outspoken remarks, is being more cautious after a series of controversial comments. He returned from a 17 day, 25,000 mile Africa tour via London, where apologies were required for earlier remarks about Britain and racism. United Nations envoy seeks to curb sensational statements while maintaining his advocacy.
Dear Dr Thosteson discusses adhesion formation after surgery, prevention challenges, and possible treatments including surgery to release obstructions. It notes that adhesions can occur after inflammation or injury and that prevention is imperfect. Also includes brief Q and A on hiatal hernia, narcolepsy, ovary removal, and meat tenderizer uses.
Ottawa Herald lists subscription prices for trade area and outside areas with monthly and yearly rates and a 3 percent out of state tax deduction. It notes Robert B. Wellington as editor and publisher and credits the Associated Press for local news and dispatches.
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