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Newspaper
Ottawa Herald
Location
Ottawa, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Mar 23, 1973
Page
1
The Ottawa Herald notes that J. Edgar Hoover’s death ushered in a first for the FBI with congressional consideration of a new director. Acting head J. Patrick Gray has drawn Senate criticism for political ties to Nixon and involvement in the Watergate controversy.
After the Hoover bugging affair investigators linked to Nixon’s re election committee faced Dem scrutiny in Washington. Gray resists revealing all he knows, angering Senate Democrats who seek to embarrass the President. The FBI’s apolitical image and a future director’s integrity hang in the balance.
Two Republican legislators in Topeka propose a new solicitor general to advise the Legislature on legal matters. They argue the attorney general is too swamped. Critics say the move is a rebuke of Democrat Vern Miller and a sign of GOP leadership troubles.
A nationwide survey shows broad support for Nixon’s no new taxes stance while spending cuts provoke protests in Congress and among those affected. Kansas lawmakers debate school finance and new taxes as a local candidate cites rising taxes. In New York City welfare trends shift, with private enterprise outpacing dole recipients.
A reader asks about resumed menstruation during menopause and its possible meanings. The doctor advises pelvic exam and Pap smear to rule out serious issues, notes ovary estrogen, breakthrough bleeding, and caution with birth control hormones. Additional letters cover glycosuria meaning diabetes, vitamin E's limited value for heart trouble, seeds as protein sources, appendix visualized on X ray, and douche advice. The Bible verse and prayer are included.
In Washington AP report, Henry Kissinger’s elite staff is lauded for courage and stamina as they support his role as Nixon’s national security adviser and top peace negotiator. The piece notes ongoing planning ahead of the Nixon-Thieu summit in San Clemente on April 23 and the staff’s preparation of position papers and opening statements. It also details staff reshuffles, including the opening of a Liaison Office in Peking and the reassignment of two top China hands Alfred Jenkins and John Holdridge to Beijing posts, with Jenkins 56 and Holdridge 48.
An indexed listing of daily TV programs in Topeka with channel and time blocks. It lists Sesame Street, Leave It To Beaver, News, Weather, sports, films, and numerous serials across morning to late night slots. Names of shows include Hogan's Heroes, Mayberry R.F.D., World News Tonight, Dragnet, Bonanza, Star Trek, and more.
Washington AP reports farmers defend food price trends arguing groceries rise less than other goods. Representative Poage asserts farm share is about 40 cents of every consumer dollar, while wholesale and retail price increases outpace farm gains. Wages for nonfarm workers have risen, boosting demand for high quality meat.
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