02 May 1979
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Newspaper
Ottawa Herald
Location
Ottawa, Kansas, United States of America
Date
May 02, 1979
Page
1
After days of wrangling the Kansas Legislature closed, approving raises for state employees and boosting own pay while restricting relief for most taxpayers. Sales tax relief on utilities and higher homestead and personal exemptions are offset by higher taxes on business, likely fueling inflation and shifting costs to consumers.
Kansas cities like Chanute and Pratt prove brick streets endure and save long term. Residents and merchants opposed broad re-paving. Chanute adopts policy to maintain bricks, using original sub grade. Pratt saw strong heritage support for brick Main Street over paving.
The page lists the 14th annual academy awards presenters Roy Clark and Dannia along with multiple film entries including Play It Again Sam and Roots. It notes stars Loretta Lynn Kenny Rogers Eddie Rabbitt Charo and Woody Allen Diane Keaton plus a TV lineup featuring Cavett Snyder Newhart and Lehrer.
A collage of six reader letters discuss Barlow's syndrome and click syndrome. Mrs M asks for explanations while Mrs B notes medical advice to quit smoking and stop birth control pills. The period tone reflects patient questions about heart valve conditions.
Public letters discuss Barlow's syndrome and mitral valve prolapse, noting it affects up to six percent of healthy people, often without symptoms. The piece explains valve function, causes, family links, and treatment options including antibiotics before procedures, potential surgery, and lifestyle considerations. It also covers metabolism, weight concerns, and the impact of tranquilizers on heart rate with brief expert guidance.
NBC will not renew Gilligan's Island for fall, ending the shipwrecked sitcom on TV. The castaways move to a resort on the island, with Jim Backus, Bob Denver, and Alan Hale Jr. tied to the famous fantasy setup as NBC retires the series.
AP Business Analyst John Cunniff surveys U S productivity lagging behind Japan and The Netherlands. From 1967 to 1977 output per manhour rose 7 9 in The Netherlands and 3 6 in Canada while the United States gained about 24 percent and recently slipped below zero. He cites unions management tax policy and antitrust as factors. Reginald Jones GE calls for tax relief realistic regulation more university grants and stronger patent protection to spur innovation.
The Ottawa Herald lists subscription prices for local and out of area deliveries. Rates cover in town carrier and mail options with varying monthly, quarterly, six month, and annual terms, plus sales tax details and out of state tax deductions.
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