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Newspaper
Ottawa Herald
Location
Ottawa, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Nov 27, 1972
Page
2
In a provocative assessment, the piece argues eastern states led by New Jersey legalizing lotteries to combat organized crime, but critics warn proceeds mainly fund administration and tax the needy, funding questionable governance and corruption. The column questions the motives and effectiveness of state lotteries in funding public needs.
Kansas Governor Robert Docking, reelected to a fourth term, plans a budget to the Legislature. Hearings show agency requests may total 1.17 billion, up about 17 percent from last year. The governor calls the plan austere yet adequate, a stance challenged by critics.
A glossy Crown Center blurb touts a plush barber shop with haircuts from 3.50 to 25.50 for styling. A national feature promotes men wearing earrings in gold or silver while George Blanda endorses a men’s cologne.
Dear Dr Thosteson requests guidance on hyperactivity in children. She asks about typical symptoms mothers should watch for and practical steps parents can take to help manage or reduce the condition.
A reader asks if hyperactivity reflects intelligence and if drugs help long term. The letter explains the condition is neurological, often outgrown in adulthood, and may respond to stimulants like Ritalin. emphasizes expert guidance and patient management to prevent schooling and social problems.
The Agriculture Department amended Food Stamp program regulations to move the shelter deduction after all other deductions. The change lowers net income for some households with high medical costs or child care, reducing the amount they pay to receive food coupons.
Washington and New York reports show nonmetropolitan areas with prior industrial activity continuing to gain manufacturing jobs at elevated rates into the 1970s. Rural counties added millions in the last decade, led by the South and North Central regions, while nonmetro share rose from 22 to 25 percent. Further gains depend on highways and local infrastructure.
The Lockhorns report notes higher costs while Bethlehem Steel plans 4 to 5 percent price increases on heavy steel items next year, following U S Steel. Industry-wide trend cited with potential effects on construction and auto manufacturing. Price Commission seeks to curb lumber price rises. Regions with few manufacturing jobs face growth through outdoor recreation, second home construction, and retirement communities.
Daily Ottawa Kansas listings show a dense, all day broadcast slate. Multiple networks present news weather sports and soap operas with major syndicated shows including Sesame Street Dallas etc and a publication note at the end lists subscription rates and editor details.
The Congressional Handbook lists emoluments available to U S senators including wallet-size electrocardiograms free ice speechwriting services and plant reuse from the Botanic Gardens. It notes insurance life coverage staff allowances and office space by state population and seniority with parking gym access and library speech support while restricting research requests for constituents.
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