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Newspaper
Ottawa Herald
Location
Ottawa, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Sep 20, 1973
Page
1
Editorial condemns FDA plan to invoke secrecy on recalls of defective drugs and medical devices. Critics including Ralph Nader warn the move silences public warning and undermines consumer safety while officials claim secrecy prevents undue public fright.
The critique argues the FDA overreacts to potential risks, spreading fear with premature cautions. It urges clear, timely statements based on solid evidence rather than secrecy, noting public right to know and safety.
A Washington Post sourced AP report claims grand jury findings on Spiro Agnew may go to Congress. A second AP story cites a senior Republican as 99 percent sure he will resign this week. Details leak from Justice, prompting debate over press credibility and fair treatment.
Washington AP reports growing vice presidential tensions threaten party nomination methods. Democrats faced Eagleton’s 1972 replacement, while Republicans confront Agnew graft inquiries in Maryland, signaling potential shifts in how national tickets choose the No 2 candidate.
An ex executive who pleaded guilty to conspiracy in a stock fraud case that netted him $10 million and cheated investors out of $200 million was sentenced to a year in jail with no fine. The piece links the case to wider SEC efforts to reform markets after the excesses of the 1960s. Four Seasons Nursing Centers of America, once a glamour stock on the American Stock Exchange under Jack L. Clark, epitomizes those lax years.
ABC TV and nine sponsors present a marquee tennis duel featuring Billie Jean King against Bobby Riggs in the Houston Astrodome. The match promises $100,000 to the winner, with fanfare about gender roles and televised commentary across networks.
Letter from a son describing his 63 year old father who had a malignant colon tumor removed twenty months ago and has since received weekly chemotherapy injections. The message conveys ongoing treatment and hope for response.
A physician répondre explains chemotherapy as a third weapon after surgery and radiation, noting 20 percent response in colon cancer and higher rates when cancer has spread to the liver. He stresses treatment decisions rest with the doctor and that chemotherapy can extend activity and life in selected colon cancer cases. The letter panel also covers tetanus booster guidance and child pinworm prevention, closing with a prayer.
Trade experts in the Agriculture Department predict U S farm exports will reach about 20 billion dollars for the year ending June 30, up roughly 55 percent from last year. Grains lead the surge as Europe and Japan remain key buyers, with Russia and China providing only a smaller share.
A dense television grid lists programs from 5:00 PM to 3:00 PM next day, including News, Weather, Sports, and a vast lineup of soap operas, game shows, dramas, comedies, movies, and specials. Notable titles appear repeatedly across channels with many crossovers featuring Sesame Street, Green Acres, Bonanza style westerns, and classic season premieres.
Published daily except Sunday and holidays in Ottawa Kansas lists subscription rates for trade area and outside area with monthly, quarterly, semiannual and yearly options. Rates include sales tax with out of state subscribers paying 3 percent tax. carrier rate stated.
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