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Newspaper
Ottawa Herald
Location
Ottawa, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Jun 24, 1980
Page
1
County officials face a funding crunch as property taxes lag inflation, with past tax lid exceptions and failed bonds, and intangibles taxes sought for removal. Voters and anti tax groups influence revenue steps. leaders must actively advocate and pursue new income sources rather than await others' action.
A young local girl on a bicycle died in a Saturday night hit-and-run on Greenwood Road. The piece urges parents to check night riding safety, including front and rear lights, reflectors, and reflector tape, and to ensure these are used.
TV listings feature a mix of film and series with Western drama Blonde and Gunsmoke episodes. Notable items include Mary Hartman, the Five on the P... lineup, a 1973 Godfrey title, and a 60 minute segment on that evening’s schedule.
Washington columnist argues the Supreme Court operates as a public institution funded by taxpayers. Alan Morrison calls for more openness, including televised arguments, embargoed opinion readings, and clearer recusals, to let the people see what the court does. The piece notes past notes on notetaking bans and suggests substituting disclosure practices without harming the court’s prestige.
Multimillionaire Bill Greene, 42, lives tax free by buying homes with little or no money down and collecting rents. He promotes the method through seminars, newsletters, and books like The Tax Revolt. Since 1973 he built a substantial net worth by acquiring 100 houses in four years, often via seller financing and 90 percent mortgage takeovers.
CBS News announces Marvin Kalb leaves after 23 years amid questions over guaranteed weekly appearances. NBC disputes the claim while Kalb cites CBS disclosure and open opportunities at NBC. The shakeup touches other CBS veterans including Small, Salant, Cronkite, Mudd, and a possible move for Dan Rather.
Readers ask about tonsil removal timing, pterygium causes and treatment, and store bought reading glasses. Dr Donahue explains that enlarged tonsils need removal only if breathing is affected or infections are frequent, pterygium is a slow growing wing like eye membrane treated by surgeon if it threatens the cornea, and nonprescription readers are only magnifiers not corrective lenses requiring proper refraction.
The Ottawa Herald lists daily publication details and subscription rates. Rates cover local carrier, mail within trade area, and out of area options with tax notes. States editor and publisher and notes Associated Press membership.
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