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Newspaper
Ottawa Herald
Location
Ottawa, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Oct 15, 1968
Page
1
Page Two Editorial questions the appeal of current candidates and forecasts voter turnout. It notes 1964 participation of 62 percent and Census Bureau estimates 74 million voters for the upcoming Nov. 5 election, but doubts the share will match 1964. It critiques liberal, tricky, and third party options.
The piece argues that many may skip the election, fearing weak candidates like Roosevelt Eisenhower or Kennedy. It warns against disengagement as self-defeating and notes nonvoters pass responsibility to those who vote. It contends dissatisfaction could boost the influence of compliant voters.
The author traces sales tax history from modest beginnings to modern rates, noting UK and French levels and Europe’s tolerance. He argues higher rates are inevitable and desirable, aiming to cut property taxes to improve overall tax equity, while opposing funding wars or utopian schemes.
Dear Dr Mother offers tips to regain weight in the elderly with snacks and supplements like malted milk ice cream and egg nog while balancing appetite. A reader asks about acute cystitis its causes and symptoms, answered as a germ infection with frequent urination burning and pus. A third note cites heat from a sun lamp possibly affecting fertility, which is downplayed. Bible quiz questions follow about Sadducees Essenes and Jacob sisters and Millet the Sower.
SCOTT PAYNE analyzes a renewed Cold War flashpoint in the Middle East. The Soviets arm Egypt with T-54 tanks and missiles while advising on battlefield use, and the U.S. counters with 50 Phantom jets sold to Israel. A broader arms race and Mediterranean naval buildup risk expanding conflict, potentially drawing in Berlin and NATO. The piece notes failed UN talks and questions whether US intervention could shift the balance if Arabs press for victory.
Hal Boyle reports on British actor Trevor Howard at age 52. He seeks happiness as his sole goal, recounts wartime heroism with the Military Cross, and notes his rise after roles in The Charge of the Light Brigade and The Battle of Britain. He favors independence, humor, loyalty, and a simple life with friends.
New York AP reports a Harris Kerr survey shows club costs at a record high in the year ending May with dues rising to 59 dollars from 522 the year before and total member spending over 1200 including food drinks and other items. Maintenance per hole climbed to 4329 dollars as bar bills doubled sports costs.
A devotional prayer cites Psalm 100 4 5 asking gratitude for God and blessing others. It asks that believers extend Thy kingdom of love and good will to all people through the Master who gave himself for all. Amen.
Auld Lang Syne notes that Rev. George W. Boicourt, longtime pastor at Olathe, was formally appointed superintendent of the Ottawa District of the Methodist Church this week. The 50 years ago item records plastering completion on the first two floors of the new North American Hotel at Third and Main.
A dense listing of television programming across channels with times and show titles. Includes news, weather, sports, films, game shows, talk shows, dramas, and children's programs spanning various networks and dates.
The Ottawa Herald outlines subscription prices for trade area and outside trade area by mail with monthly, quarterly, semiannual, and yearly rates. Robert B. Wellington serves as Editor and Publisher. The paper states AP news dispatches and local news are exclusive to publication.
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