Louie Stroup Leaves Pittsburg Headlight Desk for Kansas Turnpike PR
Louie Stroup, a top Kansas news editor and writer for the Pittsburg Headlight and Sun, departs the news desk to join the Kansas Turnpike Commission as public relations man. His move creates a gap at the paper but the commission gains an experienced spokesperson with strong newsroom ties.
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Empty Victory for Auto Workers Prompts Political Battle
An organized labor group wins promise of a guaranteed annual wage but finds it hollow as current state laws bar simultaneous private and public unemployment payments. Government resists enlarging unemployment pools, Ohio kills a bill to allow both benefits, and the fight shifts to the voting booth.
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Fringes and futures in a 1955 graduation scene
A reflective column notes graduates of 1955 face a hazy world view as mortar board fringes blur sight while fraternity baggage reveals changing social ties. It mentions Eagles Aerie No 55 officer A Herring and witty remarks on foreign policy and Billy Graham in Paris.
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Clips and Quips: Boxer-Have T in Trouble?
A terse exchange suggests concern over injuries from boxing with no real damage yet. A manager dismisses the worry while urging continued fighting. A separate note reports a woman fell overboard, creating a separate incident.
Giant shark chase ends with swift turn and escape
A dramatic scene describes a man eating shark outdistancing rescue boats and then stopping abruptly before swimming away. The dialogue notes safe behavior for a husband head of house and a pedestrian rights, with a humorous aside from Pure Oil News.
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Pure Oil News
One mile West Seventh project opens second route to port
Twenty five years ago motorists would gain a second route to the municipal air port once a one mile West Seventh street project is finished by the county road crew. A Ford show opens at 10 a.m. tomorrow under a tent on South Grant with a three day run and a Ford balloon aerial display.
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Spencer Finney
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Necks and Feet Stir Debate at Fried Chicken Dinner
A hostess omits necks and legs prompting a clash between old timers and younger guests. The older group argues necks and feet offer meat and dental benefits, while the younger crowd deem them worthless and hard to chew.
The Worry Clinic: Dr Crane Urges Courage After Suicide Attempt
Dr George Crane analyzes Mildred Q a 21 year old who overdosed and survived He warns against self centered acts of despair comparing her to a failed athlete and ailing insurance salesman He urges mature coping and responsibility to family teachers church and God and promises future advice in a Hopkins Syndicate column
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United Nations Ten Years Old Shows Mixed Record
Washington notes that ten years after its founding the United Nations has endured amid praise and criticism. Despite Cold War tensions, domestic opposition, and quarreling among great powers, the UN persists as a global peace effort with notable yet lesser known achievements and failures.
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Better English Practice Questions and Answers
A set of five quick language queries with concise corrections and pronunciations. 1 The version should be Whom do you think I met on the street today. 2 Pronounce gour mand with oo as in foot and a as in man stressing the first syllable. 3 Tenement is the misspelled word among temperament tenacity tenament tenancy. 4 Indigent means in dire need or destitute. 5 A word starting with aq meaning hooked is aquadent? (No standard word)
Joint Administrators Named in Emma Scribner Estate
In Neosho County Kansas the probate court appointed Edna Scribner and Leonard Scribner as joint administrators of Emma Scribner deceased on June 6 1955. Creditors must file claims within nine months or be barred. Balch and Bailey attorney for the administrators. Last published notice indicates final date July 11 1995. Norman Nichols parole hearing noted for August 2 1955 by Board of Penal Institutions at Lansing Kansas.
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Neosho
Emma Scribner
Neosho County
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Leonard Scribner
Balch & Bailey Attorneys
Dayton Father Paces Hospital Corridor For Journal Herald Feature
A Dayton reporter and his pacing father partner hastily finish a Father’s Day feature outside Miami Valley Hospital maternity ward. The journalist learns of a newborn boy as Svet rushes to completion.
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Ottawa Youth Wins Kansas State Road-e-o
Ottawa youth captures victory at the Kansas State Road-e-o in Newton with top performance among statewide competitors. Event highlighted by skillful handling of obstacles and precise vehicle control showcasing young entrant’s driving prowess.
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Oscar Smith Parole Hearing Pending for Grand Larceny Case
No Chanute Tribune records Oscar Smith of Neosho County sentenced for grand larceny on July 21, 1954. He will present his parole application to the Board of Penal Institutions at their next regional meeting in Lansing Kansas on August 2 1955.
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Pyramid Life Insurance plan praised for family protection
A Kansas City reader extols the Pyramid Life Insurance Co for covering hospital and doctor bills for his daughter after a dog attack and for his entire family after an auto crash. He notes a $100 monthly advance while out of work and urges readers to request a free booklet to compare health and accident coverage.
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Television Schedule Highlights From Evening to Late Night
An extensive list of TV and radio programs with times and show titles including Hollywood Playhouse Star and the Story Robert Montgomery Howdy Doody and Roy Rogers World Championship Rodeo schedules appear, reflecting a dense lineup of entertainment options and durations for the evening.
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