27 May 1976
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Newspaper
Ottawa Herald
Location
Ottawa, Kansas, United States of America
Date
May 27, 1976
Page
1
An editorial mocks Washington spending and notes Rep. Wayne Hays of Ohio amid revelations about a secretary with extraneous duties. It highlights high office costs, power shielding misconduct, and the need for accountability as voters consider the congressman's future.
Trustees warn the Social Security system pays out more in benefits than it earns from payroll taxes and urge prompt increases in tax rates. Payouts exceed income by over 4 billion dollars, with tax hikes feared to raise prices and inflation. Congress has favored boosting benefits over funding via taxes, risking a fiscal monster.
A reader asks about safe skin tanning. They report burning easily in summer and seek products or medicines to enable tanning. The letter requests medical guidance on achieving a tan without burning and reducing sun damage.
Practical tips on sun exposure and sunscreen use emphasize gradual tanning and protective ointments with para-aminobenzoic acid. Reader questions cover esophageal stricture causes and treatment with antacids, hiatal hernia, posture, and weight, plus concerns about venereal infections affecting the prostate and myths about hypertension after hysterectomy. The column closes with a prayer and faith message.
AP report critiques small business credit handling. It cites Commercial Credit Co. advice on receivables, aging, and record keeping, urging practical accounting and better collection practices. It highlights bad debt insurance, specialized collection agencies, and the value of cash management and short term investing like commercial paper to earn interest on idle funds.
AP Farm Writer DON KENDALL reports that USSR wheat and corn imports under a five year agreement hinge on its 1976 crop performance. The pact allows six to eight million metric tons annually starting Oct 1, with deliveries based on crop outcomes.
A mixed report outlines U S grain talks with the Soviet Union, noting ample 1976-77 supplies to meet demand and possible extra buys. Separate Kansas audit shows 331000 acres worth 230 million dollars under state control, with recommendations to improve land inventory and budgeting processes.
New York AP report notes David Brinkley and Studs Terkel explore what makes Americans happy in NBCs 90 minute Pursuit of Happiness while offering a skeptical appraisal of the show. An ABC Closeup on high school functional illiteracy is also mentioned as a serious, watchdog style piece for parents.
Ottawa Herald lists daily publication details and subscription pricing for in and out of trade areas. Rates include one month to one year options, with tax notes and out of state discounts. publishers are Robert B. Wellington and staff. Associated Press rights noted.
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