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Newspaper
Ottawa Herald
Location
Ottawa, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Oct 14, 1978
Page
1
In a Saturday Editorial the Ottawa Herald notes Congress wrapped an election year tax bill despite Carter pleas to curb deductions. It jokes about fringe benefits for lawmakers while recalling Lincoln’s 1846 campaign funds and a neighbor’s leaf rake quip. Personal vignettes mix with local color and a movie quip.
A 28 year old woman presented with sudden vision loss in the right eye later diagnosed as optic neuritis. Tests were performed, no treatment prescribed, vision partially improved but color and perception remain distorted. The letter requests a discussion of the condition.
Medical notes discuss optic neuritis causes from viral infection to MS, potential chemical poisoning, and recovery patterns. A beesting cause is noted and treatment may include prednisone. Periodic MS checks advised for daughter.
Kansas City Board of Trade brief notes U S soybeans set a new 1 660 million bushel utilization record for 1977 78 and forecast larger figures for 78 79. It compares U S and Brazil outputs 48 2 million tons versus under 10 million for Brazil with Brazil expanding acreage while logistics and costs influence future growth. The piece contrasts global protein meals and oils and cites U S dominance in soybeans with a potential 1979 crop possibly eclipsing wheat.
A Alaska Superior Court judge ruled the state’s gubernatorial primaries were plagued by mistakes and confusing procedures and ordered a new election at the earliest practicable date. He found no fraud but noted errors affected more than 1,000 votes, sidelining Hammond Hickel Croft and Merdes.
Published daily except Sunday and holidays in Ottawa Kansas rates shown for trade area and outside area. By mail prices at one month three months six months and one year with tax details and a note that out of state subscribers deduct 3 percent sales tax. Associated Press rights stated.
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