Ottawa Herald Opinions and Features Editorial Page
Editorial page from the Ottawa Herald dated Wednesday March 8 1978 presents opinions and feature notes across Page Two. It reflects local editorials and commentary typical of a midwestern newspaper of the era with perspectives on public affairs and community issues.
Carter proposes large rise in federal aid to education
President Carter outlined a 2.6 billion budget boost aimed at college aid and increased grants for elementary and secondary schools. He would direct funds to high poverty areas, potentially adding 400 million for 3,500 big city schools, with New York state set for the largest gains. Critics question whether more money improves learning or simply raises salaries while local effort remains key.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Carter
Congress
New York State
Monotone debate tactics cited in reader letter
A reader recalls a Topeka Daily Capitol report about Rep Wendell Lady teasing Rep Irving Niles over a bill on game animal hide regulation. The letter mockingly outlines monotone mumbling as a debated tactic, offering counter strategies and promoting a clothbound edition.
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Topeka
Wendell Lady
Irving Niles
Lyndon
Forestry , Fish & Game Commission
Niles
Lady
Common Cause
John Birch Society
Irving R. Niles
Tuned Out Dear Dr Thosteron
A reader questions male doctors about female sexual insight and equality in intimacy. The letter challenges male dominance in sexual satisfaction and asks for direct, fair answers on women’s experiences and autonomy.
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Dr. Thosteron
E.W
Questions on sexuality and health and a reader inquiry column
A reader panel discusses sexual response differences between men and women, noting Masters and Johnson findings, and the impact of societal change on women's rights and roles. The letter then asks about emphysema causes, highlighting alpha-1 antitrypsin deficiency and smoking, followed by a reply and a case about a 13 year old with trichotillomania, explaining emotional triggers and the unlikelihood of white hair regrowth.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Masters and Johnson
Thosteson
J.A
Salute Coming Up For Mr Television
AP profile of Milton Berle planning a March 26 salute, outlining his 20 plus years in TV and early work on Texaco Star Theater. The piece recalls his 1948 debut, 1951 NBC contract, and anecdotes from live television including a bear act mishap. It notes Berle’s 40 million joke file, potential daily series ideas, and his role as humor mentor.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Berle
Texaco Star Theater
Chicago
F. A. Sanabria
United States Television Company
Trixie Friganza
Tille
Texaco
Bears
Nighttime TV Guide Listing with Variety of 1960s Shows
A dense prime time schedule featuring special guests Bert Parks and Dick Van Patten, with programs from The Greatest Show On Earth to Nova and The Return of Captain Nemo. Includes Coles interview on Dick Cavett and crime dramas Stars Ferrer Meredith Jourdan, and the 1967 Kul A Dragon.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Bert Parks
Danielle Spencer
Dick van Patten
Dr. Joyce Brothers
Ringling Bros. and
Captain Nemo
Jose Ferrer
Burgess Meredith
Earth
Hollywood Connection
Gharlie
Diana Ross
Billy Dae Williams
Jack Palance
Fernando Lamas
Hong Kong
Count Dracula
England
Gerald Savory
Louis Jourdan
Count Bracula
Lews Jourdan
Starsky and Hutch Hutch
Star Trek
Adonaia
Dick Cavett
Robert Coles
Bill Cosby
Freddy Fender
Cegar Publication Subscription Rates and Policy
The newspaper lists subscription prices for trade area and out of state readers with monthly, quarterly, semi annual, and yearly options. It notes a 3 percent tax for out of state subscribers and credits Associated Press news use.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Cegar
Ottawa
Kansas
Robert B. Wellington
Associated Press
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Dr. Thosteson
George C. ‘Thosteson
Jay Sharbutt
Hollywood (Ap
Milton Berle
California
NBC
Nbc-Tv
Allan Rath
Bill “Bojangles” Robinson
Pearl Batley
Smith
Nehemiah
Christ
Karen ‘Alantina
Pepper
Bill
Forrest Tudor
Michael Parks
Brother Humphrey
Humphrey
Mary Tyler Moore
ABC
Tennyson
Thomas Hardy
Wessex
Roger Hammond
Moreton
Hardy
Merv Griffin
Charley Pride
Billy Crystal
Dudy Huxtable
Esther Anderson
Outlaw Band
Knights of Columbus
Burlingame Road
Topeka Singles, Inc
Gueata
Olmsted Electric
South Main
Ottawa, Kansas
Ee Ie
Great Plains
Chal & Pees
Grayeagle
Ben Johnson
Iron Eyes
Cody
Lana Wood
Jack Elam
Paul Fix Vo
Alex Cord Shavencue