16 Sep 1972
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Newspaper
Ottawa Herald
Location
Ottawa, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Sep 16, 1972
Page
1
Ottawa editor recalls newsroom quirks and public demands, from goofed referees to the chatter of shoplifting stories. A light column surveys press habits, reader expectations, and humorous quips about news values and anniversaries.
A patient with an implanted pacemaker asks Dr. Thosteson about scuba diving. The note states the patient is in excellent health and that normal swimming, racing, and water skiing have no deleterious effects, seeking guidance on potential serious underwater risks.
A reader with a pacemaker asks if a 41 year old diver can safely scuba dive. The doctor warns of pressure related hazards and possible heart rhythm issues, advises testing only in a decompression chamber, and recommends avoiding diving. Other letters discuss vasectomy follow up, Pap tests after 35, and arthritis myths.
An exhaustive television log lists hundreds of programs across hours from midday to late night including Monkees, CBS films, American Bandstand, Westerns like Gunsmoke, family fare like Sesame Street, news blocks, and numerous sports, movies, and religious programs, with channel and time entries throughout the day. The schedule also features multiple repeats, special titles, and cross networks, detailing big names such as Carsons, Welk, Masters, and various game shows alongside classic films and serials.
Pretoria AP reports private pilot George M. Hattingh’s plane struck a power line forcing an emergency landing. The court dismissed his damages claim against the Electricity Supply Commission and awarded the commission 8038 for damage to the power line.
Kansas coverage notes Docking and Kay dodge the school finance issue amid press releases and political sparring. Kay touts local taxing power and a constitutional amendment while Docking pledges a balanced budget, with the topic tied to revamping school funding and property tax equity.
Occidental Petroleum said Soviet Premier Kossygin sanctioned deals worth several billion dollars. The talks cover a permanent U.S. trade center in Moscow, Soviet natural gas, and fertilizer. Kissinger and Soviet officials may soon sign a broad trade pact.
Ottawa Herald lists publication details and subscription prices for in and out of trade area readers. Rates include monthly, quarterly, semiannual, and annual options with sales tax notes and carrier charges.
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