01 May 1976
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Newspaper
Ottawa Herald
Location
Ottawa, Kansas, United States of America
Date
May 01, 1976
Page
1
The Ottawa Herald notes Hubert Humphrey as a persistent public figure and non-candidate, contrasts Carter’s TV habits, mentions Independence Junior College basketball signees, and recalls Kansas bingo enforcement debates, presenting a light, opinionated collage of local and national quirks.
A reader sends a personal testimonial claiming six common colds were cured within 12 hours using vitamin C, asserting rapid relief after infection. The missive appears as an informal note to a physician.
Letter and responses discuss high dose vitamin C for colds, exercises for tension headaches and spinal arthritis, post surgery ejaculation, postmenopausal bleeding, saltpeter myths, sebaceous cysts, and a closing prayer. The tone is advisory with practical guidance on posture, neck support, heat, and when to seek medical advice.
The Associated Press reports Ford Motor Co earned 342.8 million dollars or 3.65 a share in the first quarter, with an operating loss a year earlier. General Motors climbed to 800.5 million dollars or 2.78 a share, up from 59.2 million and 20 cents. Chrysler posted 57 million in operating income, American Motors 1.2 million profit as sales rose. Ford notes inflation-adjusted Q1 still trails 1973, while GM credits rising consumer confidence and income for gains.
Franklin County may cancel its Bicentennial due to low turnout at a public meeting attended by five people. Committee chairman Milt Sampson and two program presenters were present along with one member of the public. Only a few groups show major plans, with Lane and Wellsville cities and the Retired Teachers Association noted as exceptions.
A dense listing of shows across channels with times from noon into night. Notable items include World Of Survival, Sesame Street, Austin City Limits, Kentucky Derby Special, Wide World Of Sports, News programs, Night Gallery, Charlie Chan in Honolulu, Perry Mason, and The Grapes Of Wrath among many.
Cedar, published daily except Sunday and holidays in Ottawa Kansas, lists subscription rates for trade area and out of state. Rates include monthly, quarterly, semiannual and annual options with sales tax notes and a note about Associated Press rights.
Washington AP reports higher cattle and hog prices boosted the farm price index last month. Livestock prices rose about 18 percent from a year earlier and retail beef averaged about 1.39 to 1.97 per pound for the week and month ending April, with July record prices cited earlier.
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