25 May 1971
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Newspaper
Ottawa Herald
Location
Ottawa, Kansas, United States of America
Date
May 25, 1971
Page
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Page Two Editorial notes Kansas could lose 6.7 million in federal road funds next fiscal year after federal officials declare Kansas billboard law insufficient. The piece traces origins to Lady Bird Johnson 1965 beautification push and a 660 foot billboard restriction near highways now deemed noncompliant.
Federal officials label Kansas commercial area definition unclear threatening loss of funds. Legislature paused a related bill after a committee tabled it. Gov Docking criticizes inaction while highway officials seek compliance to secure federal dollars for road improvements.
The Santa Fe Railroad gave its old station to the Franklin County Historical Society nine years ago. After years of neglect the Old Depot now shines as a county museum with Sundays 2 to 5 pm exhibits from books to carriages and farm implements, a top Eastern Kansas attraction.
A reader asks for the preferred treatment for sudden leg cramps and whether a leaflet exists. The response: the best treatment is the one that relieves the cramps, with no specialized guidance beyond practical relief.
A health column by Dr. Thosteson discusses leg cramps caused by calcium deficiency, circulation issues, or foot defects and suggests nutrition, exercise, proper footwear, or surgical repair for artery constriction. Reader questions cover contagious tonsillitis, and lead pencil dermatitis with advice to avoid lead poisoning and consult a dermatologist.
AP reports TV production centers buzz over new seasons with cast changes aboard NBCs Ironside and Another World. Elizabeth Baur joins as Fran Belding replacing Whitfield. Geoffrey Lamb retires his lawyer Dru after seven years. Tricia Nixon and Edward Cox wed privately with CBS preview on June 11 and networks airing June 12 specials.
President Nixon replies to 60 recommendations from the House Black Caucus saying the caucus goals are largely the same as the administrations. Rep Charles Diggs calls the responses deeply disappointing and a tragedy offering differing views on jobs welfare tax and foreign policy including South Africa and voting rights actions.
Hal Boyle notes liberated women demand help with housework but jokes that men are slow and inefficient on the scrub line. A friend’s cooperative husband showers attention on one room, moves everything to the hall, and misplaces items, while she endlessly polishes fixtures before realizing the task is unfinished.
The Business Mirror notes duplicate facilities raise expenses and attract top talent only through mergers. In North and East Arizona nine hospitals have joined into the Samaritan Health Service, strengthening finances. Stephen Morris of the American Hospital Association says mergers have reinforced the financial bases of merged entities.
A dense, all-day TV grid lists hundreds of programs across channels and times. Notable entries include The Munsters, Petticoat Junction, Gilligan's Island, The Beverly Hillbillies, Love Lucy, The Tonight Show, and multiple news weather and movie slots featuring stars such as Dick Van Dyke, Lucille Ball, Billy Graham, and Paul Harvey.
Ottawa Herald lists daily publication details and subscription prices for in and out of trade area. The paper notes local editor Robert B. Wellington and that AP content is exclusive for local news and dispatches.
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