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Newspaper
Ottawa Herald
Location
Ottawa, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Oct 06, 1978
Page
13
Vikings prepare for a major away game at Ottawa University with plans for a bold road battle. The feature notes the team’s intent to seize key revenge or showcase their abilities in a pivotal match-up.
Reagan rallies Republican supporters as a major political moment and urges unity. The page notes coverage of the SALT talks with emphasis on diplomatic negotiations and domestic politics shaping the GOP agenda.
A frost warning is issued for northeast Kansas as cold air drives temperatures into the 20s and 30s. Chanute recorded 28 degrees and Garden City 32 with clear skies forecast for the weekend.
A published report says James Cosgrove served aboard the nuclear submarine USS Trepang from 1973 to 1974, potentially making him the key figure in the alleged plan to steal the vessel. FBI agent Bernard Feeney confirms Cosgrove’s Navy background and submarine schooling in New London, while sources differ on whether the trio knew how to operate the ship.
The Labor Department reports September unemployment at 6 percent, with adult women adding about 500,000 jobs to reach 35.7 million employed or seeking work. Teen employment declines, black teen unemployment climbs, and overall earnings rise 0.5 percent to $5.80 an hour. Wholesale prices up 0.9 percent raise inflation worries.
Deadly artillery duels between Syrian and Christian forces continue despite Israeli gunboats off Beirut. A shell hit near the U.S. Embassy injuring several. estimates place hundreds dead and wounded since the latest fighting began. Syria claims heavy casualties. Christians report major losses on several fronts.
Don Beeler Beloit directory salesman saw two men with a handgun in a car near Ottawa City Hall. He reported to Pat Beck. then crashed through a south door window, injuring only a cut on his hand. The gunmen were Deputy Sheriff Charles LeMaster and a friend. nothing suspicious occurred.
President Carter won a veto on a 10.2 billion public works bill and signals possible vetoes of a tuition tax credit bill and a 60.9 billion transportation authorization bill. He may also veto a tax-cut measure if capital gains relief is too large. House leaders urged overrides but failed to reach two thirds. Carter called the win a step in the inflation fight.
The Senate voted 60 to 36 to add 39 months to the seven year period for ERA ratification, extending deadlines to June 30, 1982. Debate centers on presidential signature and legality. supporters cite congressional authority to set reasonable time. Columbus Day closures noted for Ottawa City Hall and several local services.
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