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Newspaper
Ottawa Herald
Location
Ottawa, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Sep 24, 1979
Page
1
A Page Two editorial from the Ottawa Herald dated September 24, 1979 explores local and national policy stances. The piece analyzes government actions, public response, and the impact on community life with a measured, opinionated tone typical of the era. It reflects concerns over governance and civic engagement.
Critics flag a value added tax as a federal sales levy at every production step. It would raise consumer prices and may substitute income tax, but opponents say it increases inflation and total taxes. They urge less tax now.
The Northeast Kansas Health Systems Agency which covers 25 counties including Franklin faces elimination by month end. Critics say the agency adds bureaucracy, duplicating oversight of hospitals and nursing homes, with a budget over a quarter of a million dollars annually.
TV listings show a mixed evening lineup including The White Shadow drama about a Black youth at Zarver High, live from the Met Otello opening gala with Placido Domingo, and sports with Monday Night Football Cleveland Browns. Also featuring several talk show guests, news, movies, and a Tennessee Johnson drama in the late afternoon.
AP Business analyzes a potential peak in interest rates with Smith-Barney-Harris Upham and Merrill Lynch Economics predicting a downward move in weeks. Albert Cox Jr forecasts a drop to 8.5 percent by late 1980, aided by inventory cuts, prompting renewed stock interest among pension and mutual funds as rates ease and company costs fall.
A reader asks about chronic hiccups and possible underlying causes and treatments including nerve blockade and lifestyle maneuvers. Another letter explains Marian's syndrome, its eye skeleton and heart effects, valve replacement outcomes, and a Lincoln association. A runner seeks local doctor guidance and a self help book. the reply declines local recommendations. A note defends serving wine to a 79 year old at meals based on appetite stimulation.
NBC's six hour nostalgia trip follows five Harvard Class of 1944 Fusiliers through carefree youth to war and postwar disillusion. Washington Post style critique notes slow pace and overlong run time versus a tighter four hour version and highlights key cast members. The review cites Anton Myrer's bestseller as source material and mentions the 1976 convertible end note.
The Ottawa paper lists subscription rates for trade area by mail and outside area, with monthly, quarterly, semiannual, and yearly options. Out of state subscribers incur a 3.5 percent tax. Ottawa and surrounding towns by carrier show separate prices with taxes included.
Guidance on funeral attire notes that black is no longer required for visitations and services. Colors may be worn to express taste, with conservative outfits preferred for the bereaved. Gloves hats small veils or armbands may be suitable but are less common. Attire should reflect dignity and respect, and callers are encouraged to reach out for questions.
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