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Newspaper
Ottawa Herald
Location
Ottawa, Kansas, United States of America
Date
May 11, 1973
Page
1
Ottawa Herald editorial argues OSH act has produced inspections and many citations but fails to advance safety. It notes over 50,000 businesses inspected and 150,000+ citations, while more than 110,000 workers die annually from work related accidents or illnesses, outpacing highway deaths.
The piece argues that the government has failed to address major industries like shipping, meat packing, logging, chemical, and building, focusing instead on minor concerns. It criticizes extensive bookkeeping and questionable rulings while stressing that teaching safety and actual precautions matter more than paperwork and fines.
An Eastern Kansas town named here to protect Ottawa merchants plans a 90 day free parking trial from June 1 removing all meters and suspending enforcement. Merchants back the plan citing shopper goodwill while the city reports last year’s meter revenue of 728 dollars.
The piece discusses migration to California for retirement amid an electrical crisis threatening 210 million people. It notes delays to a coastal nuclear plant due to environmental concerns, and on the East Coast a private utility seeks four new plants, facing river cooling worries and higher rates. It argues local conditions feel greener despite broader energy challenges.
A 65 year old friend reports developing palsy in the last two years his hands shake severely hindering writing. He sought medical help and tried pills that caused drowsiness but worsened his tremor.
A reader asks about tremor vs palsy and its causes. Parkinsons disease and thyroid disorders are considered, with L-dopa and other meds noted as helpful but not universally curative. The reply urges seeing a neurologist for diagnosis and tailored treatment.
A dense listing outlines a full day of TV programs across networks with hundreds of titles. It catalogs news, weather, sports, game shows, movies, cartoons, and public affairs shows from early morning to late night, highlighting frequent repeats and cross-genre blocks.
Dallas AP reports on feline prone as a humorous chronic illness where cat loving households end up with too many felines. Tales include Alley the alley cat and Rusty who became unwilling pets after flea powder misadventures, ending with a neighbor tranquilizing his cat as he slept from the ordeal.
Ottawa Herald lists subscription rates for trade area and out of area readers, with monthly and yearly options and tax details. It notes a 3 percent extra tax deduction for out of state subscribers and mentions Associated Press rights for published news.
Washington AP reports the Agriculture Department projects strong wheat prices for another year. The winter wheat crop is estimated at a record 282 billion bushels, spring wheat around 454 million, bringing total 1973 wheat to about 736 billion bushels.
A USDA Agricultural Marketing Service set of 51 lesson guides aids teachers in evaluating food quality and price. It covers eggs, lamb, beef, dairy, and poultry with quizzes, glossaries, and activities. Copies are free to teachers or 80 cents each from the Government Printing Office.
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