08 Oct 1971
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Newspaper
Ottawa Herald
Location
Ottawa, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Oct 08, 1971
Page
1
Editorial notes that city and school board meetings frequently occur in private adjourned sessions. It argues public disinterest allows officials to act behind closed doors and highlights Kansas as rare for not banning such closed-door meetings. The piece cautions against the practice and urges transparency.
Topeka mayor Bill McCormick urged an ordinance requiring all meetings to be open to the public saying that public business should be conducted in an open manner so citizens can be advised. In Hays a district judge limited access to a murder case hearing and allowed only witness names, hearing purpose, directives, and decisions to be reported to protect defendant rights.
A reader shares long standing self image issues from being flat chested and explains undergoing cosmetic breast surgery seven months ago. She asks for guidance on coping with ongoing distress and questions about her decision and its aftermath.
Dr Thosteson discusses implant texture softening with fat gain, potential removal of the implant sac, and signs of trouble. He notes safety of the procedure, answers about contagion for sinus issues, and explains nail-biting can cause fingertip skin peeling in a child.
A devotional prayer asks God to grant courage to persist and turn failures into stepping stones toward worthy accomplishment. It prays that diligent effort proves a faithful love and service in Jesus name.
Washington AP The Agriculture Department predicts a record corn crop will tempt farmers to boost pork production next year but only after hog prices improve. Hog producers cut back this year due to low prices after near record farrowings in 1970 and plan 11 percent fewer sows through winter. A 5.2 billion bushel corn crop lowers feed costs, encouraging attention to feeding more. Hog prices expected to slip this fall as marketings rise.
Wayne Lee argues alcohol is the leading drug problem in Kansas and demands widespread education for drinkers, visible warning signals for youth, and removal of moral stigma. He urges hospitals, doctors, employers, and lawmakers to treat alcoholism as illness, expand treatment facilities, and emphasize rehabilitation over punishment.
State editorial boards praised Sen Harold Herd for his 13 point tax reform plan while Vern Miller’s weekend raids on Great Bend private clubs drew strong support from supporters. Readers urged cautious language on gambling and called for broader alcohol abuse measures and a statewide alcoholism control effort.
A dense listed log outlines daily time slots for a Kansas station with hundreds of programs across news weather sports dramas comedies and movies. It names numerous shows and performers including Petticoat Junction The Munsters Bewitched Lucille Rivers and Dinah Shore alongside sports events such as Pro Football Giants vs Cowboys and college games.
Ottawa Herald lists daily publication details with editor Wellington and pricing by mail. Rates shown cover trade area and out of area, with tax rules and a note on Associated Press content rights.
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