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Newspaper
Ottawa Herald
Location
Ottawa, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Mar 13, 1968
Page
1
The Kerner Report on civil disorders draws praise for completeness and sharp criticism over cost and perceived bias toward white blame. A Detroit psychiatrist on a federal grant finds rioters were generally employed and optimistic, arguing riots express rising identity and pride. The piece urges equal treatment under law and avoids delaying progress through repeated riots.
The article contrasts Acapulco’s mountain backdrop and sparkling sea with a traveler’s view of the city. It notes that while large hotels, grand homes, and manicured gardens provide beauty, many areas remain rough and unimproved with stones and scrub, showing a mixed landscape beyond the glamour.
The article describes Acapulco as an uneven, rapidly expanding boom town built for tourism with new high rise hotels condominiums and restaurants alongside ramshackle bamboo shacks. It likens the skyline to Miami Beach and predicts the city will lose its Mexican atmosphere within five to ten years as English becomes common and American tourists dominate.
New York AP reports two major stories drew networks' focus in a busy day. NBC aired live Dean Rusk material and NH presidential primary coverage, drawing an estimated 35 million viewers. CBS split time between NH results and Washington hearings while NBC reused Music Hall for summer hosting with Ed McMahon and Eddy Arnold.
Dr Molner clarifies the atomic cocktail is a radioactive iodine solution used under medical supervision for thyroid overactivity and diagnosis. It requires specialist administration and carries leukemia risk concerns. studies show no higher leukemia rates in treated patients. A reader asks about iodine amounts and bow legs from horseback riding, answered plainly.
Zeke Wigglessworth argues Nixon may mirror Bryan, pressing a strategy to end the war before November. He critiques Johnson’s approach, questions Nixon’s plan, and urges voters in America, Kansas, and Ottawa to assess Nixon’s solutions and potential political leverage. He warns against delaying action and imagines a bold political future.
In Washington, a two day Senate Foreign Relations Committee session with Dean Rusk highlighted deep policy divisions over President Johnson's plan to raise U S troop strength in Vietnam. Officials say Johnson aims to bolster fighting forces without immediately granting Westmoreland’s full 206 000 requested, while critics push for more peace efforts and faster negotiations with North Vietnam.
A devotional excerpt presents Zacchaeus declaring generosity and restitution, followed by a prayer for mercy and forgiveness. It appeals for guidance to live a stronger, sin-free life through Jesus Christ, expressing repentance and faith.
Henry Ott of 420 S Locust quips that sliced bread will return but butter scarce as rationing for butter meat fish and cheese starts soon. 50 years ago work on the Fifteenth Street road from Main to Highland Cemetery resumed with blasting to reduce a big hill.
A dense listing shows a full day of broadcasts with news weather and films. Notable titles include The Left Hand Of God Captain Kangaroo Bewitched Perry Mason and The Thin Red Line among many others across channels and time slots.
Ottawa Herald publishes rates for local and outside trade areas. Rates include one month 1.00 in area and 1.50 outside, three months 33.00 in area and 4.25 outside, six months 5.50 in area and 8.00 outside, one year 10.00 in area and 15.00 outside. The paper is a member of the Associated Press.
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