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Newspaper

Ottawa Herald

Location

Ottawa, Kansas, United States of America

Date

Oct 16, 1968

Page

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Editorial claims Democrats embarrass Nixon in race for president

The Ottawa Herald notes Democratic efforts in Congress to push a free time bill for a major candidate debate fail in the House while the Senate adjourns without action. Hubert Humphrey challenges Nixon and Wallace to a TV debate, offering to pay for time as Nixon draws large crowds and leads in the polls while Humphrey lags behind.

House Senate Congress Hubert Humphrey Richard Nixon George Wallace Nixon Humphrey

Nixon Keeps Distance in Debates as Wallace Surges

The piece notes Nixon leads Wallace and trails Humphrey in polls. It argues Nixon should avoid debates, to deny momentum to Humphrey and avoid aiding Wallace, citing past Nixon Kennedy debates as a cautionary example.

General Motors Opens New 50-Story NYC HQ in Crass Style

The GM building rises 50 stories on Fifth Avenue costing 75 million dollars and draws criticism for its characterless exterior. The author recalls the Savoy Plaza hotel it replaced, including memories of Room 3018 and staff such as John Isard and Mary, and notes the project disrupted personal life and local views.

General Motors New York City Fifth Avenue General Motors Brass Midtown Manhattan Savoy Plaza Hilton Hudson East Rivers New York United Nations John Isard Ernest Gus Jimmy Mary

Diabetes and neuritis in husband seeks relief and guidance

Dear Doctor column recipient Mrs H C asks if neuritis is linked to diabetes and whether other treatments exist. She notes her husband uses insulin and has had two vitamin B12 injections weekly for three weeks with no relief yet. The letter requests medical insight and alternative options.

H. C

Diabetic Neuritis: Causes, Treatment, and Cautionary Notes

The piece discusses diabetic neuritis as a consequence of diabetes control, noting vitamins B complex and B-12 may help but require time, and that neuritis can arise from low blood sugar or infections. It emphasizes proper diabetes management, potential insulin dose adjustment, and distinguishing medical use from mistaken medicated chargers. It also reassures that plain soda is safe and not drugged.

Dr. Mother H. B

Bible Quiz: Wisdom, Clothing, and Royal Law

The quiz lists questions from Ecclesiastes on seasons of life, Genesis where fig leaves provide clothing, Herod outsmarting the wise men, and James and John’s “royal law” of love. It ends with a prompt to choose four, three, or other options.

Solomon Herod

Supreme Court clears Wallace on ballots nationwide

The Supreme Court ruled 6-3 that Ohio cannot impose unequal burdens on small parties, a decision that places George C. Wallace on the presidential ballot in all states. The ruling, while shaping the November race, splits likely voters and could draw conservative support away from Nixon while drawing labor votes away from Democrats.

Washington Supreme Court George C. Wallace Ohio Nixon Wallace

Wallace Starts A Trend in 1972 Ballot Access

Wallace builds a national third party base by securing ballot access in all states. Analysts note 10 to 25 percent below optimistic conditions in Ohio’s industrial hubs like Akron and Cleveland. If he wins Alabama governorship again, Wallace aims to be third party candidate while American Independent Party pressures major parties with local contenders.

Wallace Akron Ohio Theodore Roosevelt Robert M. LaFollette Henry A. Wallace Supreme Court Alabama American Independent Party

Hal Boyle marks 25 years in column writing

The veteran columnist notes 25 years of service, reflects on national praise, and humorously assesses world events. He jokes about aging, press agents, and the public’s reaction while pledging to “try harder in the next 2 years” and to abandon the field if no better world emerges. An editor's note confirms his recovery from the silver anniversary. A separate fact mentions begonia seeds valued at up to 3500 dollars per ounce of gold according to National Geographic.

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Prayer Refocuses on Today’s Faith and Forgiveness

A brief devotional notes Matthew 6 34 urges not to worry for tomorrow and asks believers to live today fully for God’s glory. The prayer thanks God and seeks daily strength through Christ Amen.

Heavenly Father Christ

Halloween pranks prompt police patrols in town

A Halloween eve report notes pranksters active last night with vandalism bounties observed by police. In a separate reflection, 50 years ago World War I cost more than 850 newspapers their publications or suspensions.

Message From The People Next Door Delivers Harsh Warning

AP television review by Cynthia Lowry analyzes J P Miller play The People Next Door from CBS Playhouse. A concerned upper middle class family confronts rebellious teens amid drugs sex and disillusionment. Parents emerge as inadvertent villains while both children and a neighbor youth descend into drugs and crime.

Cynthia Lowry NEW York J. P. Miller Miller CBS Playhouse Daugh Ter East Village

Television Grid Of A Busy Kansas Day And Night

A dense listing shows a full day of TV and radio programming across News Weather Sports cartoons dramas and films. Notable items include The Beverly Hillbillies Joey Bishop Captain Kangaroo Dick Powell Doctor roles and classic movies like Beau James and Artists And Models Abroad. The schedule spans morning to overnight with multiple repeats and special programs.

Kansas Beverly Hillbillies Black Journal Beau James Green Acres Outsiders Jonathan Winters Joey Bishop

Ottawa Herald Publication Notice and Rates

Ottawa Herald publishes daily except Sundays and holidays from 104 S Cedar Ottawa Kansas. Editor Robert B Wellington announces subscription rates for trade area by mail one month one dollar, three months three dollars, six months five fifty, one year ten dollars. Outside trade area one month dollar fifty, three months four twenty five, six months eight dollars, one year fifteen dollars. The Associated Press holds exclusive rights to local news and AP dispatches.

Ottawa Kansas Robert B. Wellington Associated Press

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