Congress Criticizes Davis Bacon Act Inflation Claim
Rep. Larry Winn urges repeal of the Davis Bacon Act calling it inflationary and unit wage protection for unions. He argues higher costs, fewer bidders, and reduced labor supply, citing Ottawa projects like Sunflower Plaza Canterbury Court and Ransom Memorial Hospital as examples of economic strain from the act.
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Larry Winn
Congress
Winn
Dellors
Ottawa
Sunflower Plaza
Canterbury Court
Ransom Memorial Hospital
Kansas Car Inspection Debate Reflects Pollution Regulation Fuss
A Topeka AP story outlines a Senate committee hearing on annual car inspections to meet federal EPA air quality rules. Reluctant approval, health impact, and a feared $5 to $6 owner fee highlight potential new bureaucracy for Kansas and possible inflated repair costs.
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Associated Press
Topeka
Kansas
Senate
Congress
The
Environmental Protection Agency
EPA
Federal Register
TV Tonight highlights a mix of comedy and suspense
Television listings feature Happy Days with guest star Robin Williams, plus dramatic tales like Susan Anton and Michael Nouri in a haunted pit episode. Other segments include CBS Inside The Union, Cousteau Odyssey Time Bomb at 40 Fathoms, Laverne and Shirley, Jokers Wild, and a slate of movies and late-night shows with stars like Bing Crosby and Frank Sinatra.
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On Earth
Mark
Fonzie
Richie
Robin Williams
Susan
Marshal Donner
Kurt von Helsing
Susan Anton
Michael Nouri
CBS
CBS News
George Herman
United Steelworkers
Chicago
Indiana
Italy
Laverne
Shipley
Shirley
DC Joker
WILD
Tharee
Jack
Chrissy
BO Svennon
Anita Ekberg
Cathy Lee Crosby
Keenan Wynn
Randy Rawlings
Bing Crosby
Frank Sinatra
Cole Porter
Spencer Tracy
Robert Wagner
Alex
Starsky
Hutch
Sanford and Son
Dick Cavett
California
Elliott Gould
George Sagal
Los Angeles
Reno
Alch Little
San Francisco
Barnaby Jones
Cary Grant
Ingrid Bergman
Mary Tyler Moore
ABC
Bob Newhart
Tom Snyder
Gore Vidal
Garnon
Janis Paige
Thyroid myths and teen sex guidance in Dr Ruble column
Reader questions address thyroid obesity myths and teenage sexual health. Doctors note obesity is rarely caused solely by thyroid underactivity and emphasize broader symptoms. A separate letter discusses rising teenage VD and abortions with advice to discuss with daughters and reference to Planned Parenthood pamphlet Teensex It s OK to Say No Way for teen guidance.
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Dr. Ruble
Planned Parenthood Federation of America
NBC Scurrying To Find More Shows For New Season
NBC scrapped several second season entries after poor ratings and is planning four new shows plus two pilots. New lineup includes Harris & Co, The Duke, Hizzoner, Real People, with pilots Highcliff Manor and Whodunnit under consideration.
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NBC
Gene Walsh
Larry
Diff'rent Strokes
Mrs. Columbo
Harris & Co
Bernie Casey
The
Robert Conrad
Black Sheep Squadron
Private Eye
Chicago
Hizzoner
David Huddleston
Walsh
Highcliff Manor
S and Ls Having Hard Time Making Money
S and Ls face a tough January, attracting $4.4 billion in net deposits while loan commitments drop 4 percent. High rate six month certificates attract funds but squeeze margins as mortgage rates hover near 10 percent and demand slows. Some thrifts may drop out if disintermediation worsens and Treasury yields rise.
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John Cunniff
NEW York
Savings and Loan Associations
S&ls
S&l
Treasury
Ottawa Daily Subscription Rates Listing
Ottawa Kansas publication details carrier and mail rates for trade area and out of state subscribers. Rates cover one month to one year with taxes and a 3.5 percent state tax adjustment for out-of-state customers. Associated Press membership noted.
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Cedar
Ottawa
Kansas
Robert
Wellington
THE
Associated Press
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Editorial
Paul E. Ruble
Peter J. Boyer
S & Ls
Jesus
John
Karen and the Kastaways
American Legion
Michigan
Topeka Singles, Inc
eMaaia Lass
Colorado
Royal Garden
Willis Garden Center
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