15 Sep 1976
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Newspaper
Ottawa Herald
Location
Ottawa, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Sep 15, 1976
Page
1
The Baker University fire that killed five men in a near century old fraternity house spurs widespread action across Kansas. The state fire marshal orders all off campus houses with more than five residents to install smoke detecting systems, with costs starting around 500 dollars.
A reader argues for practical rules over blanket state interference. They warn heavy regulation harms groups serving students, citing cyclamate bans and safety device orders for motor vehicles and bicycles, and urge common sense in smoking policy.
The Congress completed a lengthy 1500 page tax reform bill drawing veto calls from the Wall Street Journal. Critics say it is too complex and would raise taxes for some, forecasting $1.6 billion in new revenue first year. Journal suggests simpler, permanent reductions and higher exemptions.
Larry L Finch disputes an Ottawa gun control editorial arguing current laws may suffice. He urges comparing Ottawa gun counts with gun crime to justify any limits. The Herald responds that it has not advocated stripping rights.
Gallup to employ Jay Schmiedeskamp to build a program measuring consumer attitudes and buying intentions. The Michigan Survey Research Center, led by F. Thomas Juster, with George Katona, will provide continuity and data history as Gallup broadens its research beyond traditional marketing.
Cattle feeders in seven states moved 1.59 million head to market in August, up 31 percent from last August and 22 percent from 1974, while 6.43 million head waited in feedlots as of Sept. 1. USDA says beef production remains high and may lag later in fall as herds shrink. cow slaughter rose 8 percent in the first seven months. Separate July poultry inspection stood at 1.4 billion pounds live weight, up 9 percent from July 1975 but down 3 percent from June, with turkeys up 17 percent from June and 11 percent from July 1975.
Published Daly Daily offers subscription rates for local and trade area by mail with monthly and multi month terms. Out of state subscribers receive a 9 percent tax deduction. The Associated Press holds exclusive rights to local news and AP dispatches.
Mrs. R F asks a doctor for information about porphyria. She notes it as a liver disease and seeks details on the symptoms and clinical presentation. The inquiry reflects lay interest in understanding the condition and its manifestations.
A reader asks about the hepatic form of a pigment disorder, noting liver overproduction, abdominal pain, sun sensitivity, and link to menstruation. Other letters discuss hypnosis in delivery, pica from starch, salt in water softeners, prostate health, chalazions treatment, and a prayer excerpt.
A dense OCR style listing shows a daily slate of TV programs from 5:00 to 12:00 with multiple channels, including News, Talk, Sports, Movies, and episodes of Brady Bunch Sesame Street and Nighttime favorites. Names like Mary Hartman, Johnny Carson, and Gomer Pyle appear amid a stream of show titles and times.
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