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Newspaper
Ottawa Herald
Location
Ottawa, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Oct 18, 1972
Page
2
The Ottawa Herald weighs national newspaper week and the case of Peter Bridge of New Jersey jailed for refusing to reveal sources. The piece argues such prosecutions chill investigative reporting as courts require reporters to disclose sources, threatening freedom of the press.
The piece argues that ignorance harms citizens and cites the Pentagon Papers ruling as a near censorship. It notes the US ranking on press freedom, and reports dozens of congressional bills probing First Amendment cracks as reporters claim journalism is everyone’s business and vital to democracy.
Massachusetts motorists receive a 37.5 million dollar refund on 1971 automobile liability premiums amid a 15 percent rate cut from no fault. The move follows figures showing state savings from 1970 to 1971 and cites broader national premium benefits.
Senator Dole rebukes McGovern for likening Republicans to the Ku Klux Klan and notes the heated election year rhetoric. He recalls McGovern’s earlier comparison of Nixon bombing to Hitler and says underdog voices often rise, while veteran orators like Agnew and Dole dominate the magniloquent field.
Dear Dr Thosteson asks if the Eustachian tube from ear to throat can become blocked causing pressure buildup and hearing loss. The inquiry seeks medical explanation and potential symptoms of obstruction.
Patient reports dead nerve versus sinus diagnosis, yawning or jaw movement briefly improves hearing. Doctor suggests partial Eustachian tube blockage due to inflammation infection or mucus, may require dilation. Recommend ENT evaluation and decongestant drops. note sinus issues may contribute. Also includes Q about bunionectomy in office and a prayer.
Kansas National Education Association shifts to back Gov. Docking for a fourth term with active support but no formal endorsement, citing his responsiveness on education issues. The group criticizes Morris Kay for limited engagement and notes Docking’s favorable stances on due process, public negotiations, and retired teachers.
Washington reports higher cash wheat prices this season reduce the crop placed under government price support loans. Through Sept 30, 103.7 million bushels of 1972 wheat were loaned, less than half of the 1971 level. Loans lock grain from cash sales until repaid or until market shifts.
Hal Boyle argues a drastic curriculum redesign to prepare students for life. He suggests dropping advanced science math art music languages and much foreign study. English would split into writing and government English, with optional crossword and acrostic work and practical arithmetic focused on daily tasks like budgeting and taxes.
A dense daily TV log from Ottawa Kansas details channel listings with times, programs, and note of publication. It lists dozens of shows from 5:00 PM to 2:15 AM across News Weather Sports and entertainment blocks, including Sesame Street Lost In Space Hogan's Heroes Perry Mason World Series pre game and a long catalog of daytime and prime time programs. The page ends with postal note and publisher credits.
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