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Newspaper
Ottawa Herald
Location
Ottawa, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Jun 22, 1981
Page
2
The Ottawa Herald notes a four year plan to spend 7 billion to improve waterways for barge traffic, funded by a proposed fuel tax rise. Critics warn the 1.30 per gallon idea shocks, while the administration balks at a 250 million Amtrak boost, arguing rail access is essential.
The Insurance Institute for Highway Safety cites a Connecticut experiment reducing driver education funding. Seventy percent fewer licenses were issued to 16 and 17 year olds, with some counties reporting up to 63 percent fewer accidents. The study implies driving age should be raised or restrictions placed on teens.
A sprawling TV lineup features ABC NBC and local stations with classic films such as Santa Fe Trail and Smokey and the Bandit, alongside talk and news programs. Notable names include Robert Giroux Ted Koppel Benny Hill and Art Linkletter with sports and special events sprinkled throughout the evening.
Telemetrics International president Jay Hall argues bosses impede competence and productivity, urging supportive environments to unlock workers’ talent. May unemployment data show 7.6 percent jobless rate, with 43 percent men, 35 percent women, 22 percent teens unemployed and varying durations, plus high turnover and reentry figures.
A mock trial on WCBS TV titled Decision Confidential Sources debated unnamed sourcing in news. Notables like Tom Wicker and Clark Mollenhoff argued for careful use, while William Rusher and Floyd Abrams presented opposing views. Moderated by Robert McKay, the event drew claims about credibility and transparency.
In a letters column style, Dr Donahue answers readers on heartburn causes and dietary advice, baking soda as an antacid, and lifestyle tips. It includes explanations of hiatus hernia, acid backsplash, and pressure barriers, plus practical steps like not lying after meals and elevating the head. The page also covers bone fracture types greenstick and complete, and a concise guide to pinworms: transmission, diagnosis, treatment, and family risk.
Ottawa Herald lists subscription rates for trade area and out of area, with monthly and yearly options. Carrier and mail prices shown, tax treatment noted, editor and publisher listed, Associated Press member.
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