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Newspaper
Ottawa Herald
Location
Ottawa, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Sep 25, 1968
Page
1
Page Two editorial lauds the auto industry as vital to taxes and employment while noting the White House praise for General Motors price restraint under $50 and criticizing Chrysler for an over $80 increase as excessive. The piece frames the sector as key to economic health and inflation control.
The piece argues that General Motors can spread cost increases over a larger base than Chrysler and labels current criticism as coming from an administration allied with unions, tax surcharges, and safety mandates. It contends the administration lacks sound fiscal policy while car manufacturers understand it.
A political analyst foresees a fractured 1968 race with no candidate likely to win a majority of electoral votes. George Wallace draws far-right support in the South while Nixon struggles with liberals and conservatives alike. A Nelson write-in wave by Pat Paulson is hinted as a wild card, and a House decision could be forced. Nevada and Alaska may tilt outcomes more than California.
A mother asks a doctor why pilonidal cysts are sometimes left untreated in young patients. She notes her 22 year old daughter was told to live with it rather than undergo surgery near the spine and seeks reassurance on dangers and seriousness of the operation.
A letter from a reader urges removal of a pilonidal cyst explaining its heredity and safety of modern surgery. Advice favors removing cysts to end discomfort and notes safer procedures today than decades ago.
A looming 1969 battle over tax reform is outlined, with President Johnson urged to propose measures by year end. The piece notes widening divisions on how to reform income and wealth taxes, the negative income tax proposal, tax sharing with states, and shifting emphasis to indirect taxes as possible future paths. It highlights the need for funding local programs and questions how federal revenue should be allocated.
New York writer Hal Boyle argues middle age can be healthy and enjoyable. He lists small positives like fewer acne worries, easier shoe removal, home life gains, steadier health and the chance to pay off a mortgage, all while avoiding youth excess.
A reflective meditation on middle age finds solace in simple sights and shared gratitude. It notes aspirin as a chorus to fleeting emotions, evolving views on romance, surprise encounters with friends, growing tomato pride, and the joy of belonging to life’s vast mystery.
A historical newspaper item presents four Bible quiz questions: 1) identify the book following Exodus whose theme is Holiness, occurring 87 times. 2) which apostle did Jesus say “he that is not against us is for us” among Japeth John or Judas. 3) which prayer teaches that only the forgiving shall be forgiven. 4) Judas sign of betrayal as given in Luke 22 48.
The annual women’s football game ended with no score as freshmen and sophomores clashed in two tight halves. Dr. O. O. Wolf was elected president of a patriotic men’s group to promote the liberty loan drive. J. L. Shelden became vice-president and Edward Dorsey secretary.
A dense TV guide listing all daytime and evening programs with channel notes, show titles, and time slots across multiple hours. It includes soap operas, talk shows, children's programs, movies, game shows, weather forecasts, and special segments. It reflects a comprehensive schedule with numerous program names and times.
Ottawa Herald announces subscription rates for trade and non trade areas with monthly and yearly options. Editor and Publisher Robert B. Wellington is identified, and the AP news use policy is noted.
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