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Newspaper
Ottawa Herald
Location
Ottawa, Kansas, United States of America
Date
May 09, 1977
Page
1
An editorial argues energy consumption, especially oil, is a global problem. It cites a high administration official urging Congress to bolster the U S energy program to prove seriousness on a worldwide basis. It notes much energy is wasted domestically and globally.
The author argues against vilifying the United States for its size and industrial strength, urging balanced steps to conserve without lowering living standards or harming the economy. It notes distortions in energy figures and highlights U.S. production and aid to other nations as context for energy policy.
The Supreme Court, led by Thurgood Marshall, ruled that a New Jersey township violated residents' free speech and press by banning yard for sale signs to curb white flight. The decision affirmed that individuals may express selling intent by any lawful channel and that governments must seek nonrestrictive means to promote neighborhood stability.
A parent writes to Dr Thosteson about a recurring urinary infection in a five year old. The child had the first episode at age two, then again at four, and has continued to have infections. Despite eight weeks of medication, infections return after stopping treatment. The child reports pain during urination.
A reader seeks help for recurrent urinary tract infections in a young girl and discusses ensuring effective antibiotics, exploring lower urinary tract issues, and ureteral reflux. Other letters address skin irritation care, gall bladder inflammation, geographic tongue, meat color, and hair turning white, ending with a prayer.
AP Business Analyst John Cunniff argues that a 3.2 percent annualized first quarter 1977 rise in productivity outpaces the long-term 2.3 percent trend, signaling a key counterforce to inflation. He notes efficiency boosts reduce unit costs even as cycles of discipline and market forces shape profits and prices.
TV listings showcase The Cunningham family and Fonzie in a Happy Days anniversary special, The Jeffersons plot twist, Burk Family survival study, and an array of sports and movies. Features include The Eiger Sanction, Monday Night Baseball, The Naked and the Dead, and Red Line 7000 with cast notes.
AP profile on Hugh Hefner in Los Angeles detailing a forthcoming ABC special Playboy's Playmate event and the mogul's plans for a TV format blending Playboy themes with serious features. He muses on a potential magazine style show between 60 Minutes and Saturday Night Live and contemplates a women's magazine to complement Playboy.
AP notes scores of farm women from Oklahoma, Kansas, Nebraska, Colorado and other wheat states urge Congress and the Carter administration to raise 1977 wheat loan rates beyond the proposed $2.25 per bushel. Mariann Johnson of Medford, Oklahoma says farmers want loan rates not less than $2, with some needing $3 to $4 to survive. The Senate panel approved raising the target price to $2.90 per bushel from $2.47, while access to lawmakers remains challenging.
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