21 Mar 1972
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Newspaper
Ottawa Herald
Location
Ottawa, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Mar 21, 1972
Page
1
The Ottawa Herald editorial notes the popularity of Buy American and frames it against shopping habits. It argues price drives purchases of abroad goods, foreign quality is rising, and foreign goods threaten the American dollar, prompting government action to protect currency and labor.
The article compares 1966–1970 productivity gains of 17.7 percent in Japan with about 8 percent in the United States. It argues that higher Japanese productivity allows cheaper exports, stressing that American industry must raise productivity to maintain markets both domestically and internationally. It ends by noting profitability must beat dependence on handouts.
Banks in metro areas offer free engraving tools for owners to mark property with initials or numbers. Window stickers announce participation in Operation Identification as stores fence storage yards to curb thefts. Burglar alarm companies boom nationwide, lifting insurance costs. The writer calls the anti theft boom a sad commentary on law, courts, parents, schools, and churches.
Governor Robert Docking vetoed a retirement pay bill for legislators proposing $5 per night after three years of service and age 60. He argued lawmakers should not grant themselves raises while denying higher benefits for retired teachers and state employees.
A 54 year old outdoor worker reports feeling excessively cold and needing more clothing to avoid chills and colds. He seeks medical guidance on managing cold exposure and staying comfortable while working outside.
A reader asks about persistent cold intolerance and sugar handling. The doctor links heat retention via body fat, vascular issues from smoking, and thyroid metabolism, suggesting weight gain, quitting tobacco, and thyroid tests. Another letter requests diabetes booklet pricing, and a reader complains about armpit shaving guidance for men with odor, to which the doctor notes gender-neutral odor advice and cautions germicidal soap use.
Herbert Brunn of RCA Corp describes the rise of consumer power at the Conference Board. He notes 21,500 consumer contacts last year, about 85 percent inquiries and 15 percent complaints, highlighting that the few who complain represent a larger share of unhappy customers.
The article explores how naming conventions across Singapore Malaysia Thailand India Philippines China and Vietnam reveal social status origins and cultural history. It notes Malay honorifics bin and Tan Sri Thai royal titles and practical name use. It contrasts local naming logic with foreign readers perceptions.
Washington AP The National Farmers Union backs Agriculture Secretary Earl L Butz for seeking fair farm profits but says his remarks on possible price controls on meat cast consumers against producers. NFU warns his stance could undermine economic stabilization and hurts both farmers and shoppers.
The Agriculture Department projects the total rice supply at 104.4 million hundredweight for the season. Domestic use for food seed and brewers is expected at 35.2 million. Exports are forecast to rise to 57.5 million, lifting total use to 92.7 million for 1971 72. The 1972 rice program remains unchanged with an allotment of 1 836 461 acres.
Daily Ottawa Kansas TV guide lists full day’s lineup from 5 AM to 12:35 AM with network shows, films, and local features. Includes News Weather Sports blocks, soaps like General Hospital and Days of Our Lives, children’s programs, game shows, and specials. includes station policy and AP rights and subscription details.
NBCs World Premiere offering Banacek stars George Peppard as a stylish investigator who solves cases for 10 percent of recovered sums. The pilot shows potential though the desert armored car caper feels overlong with red herrings. ABC counters with the fast paced Split Second game show amid a crowded daytime lineup.
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