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Newspaper
Garden City Telegram
Location
Garden City, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Sep 26, 1963
Page
1
Distaff Side writer plans a full column tomorrow with a report on the Shrine race track event. Sports Editor Bob Greer and photographer Howard Bock attended despite concerns about car fit. a wheel came loose on a return run, but no one was hurt and the car did not capsize.
Grace Jones 58 mother of Morris Jones Garden City commissioner and architect died in her sleep at home in Independence Missouri from an apparent heart attack Survivors include husband Coburn son three sisters a brother and two grandchildren Stacy Lee and Matt Jones Funeral with Episcopal Church service in Independence and graveside at Cedar Valley Kan arranged by Ott and Mitchell Funeral Home
V HL Norwood of Topeka yesterday submitted the lowest bid for new street surfacing in Garden City at 19665.90, well under the engineer's estimate of 30590.68. Other bids ranged from 22179.58 to 30758.60. City commissioners also moved to amend hawker and huckster fees to allow 50 dollar monthly or 10 dollar annual licenses, replacing a 5 dollar per day system. The meeting included rezoning petitions for Main and Thompson and Walnut and Sit, readings on land deeds, a mini golf permit, an aluminum carport, a water well housing contract for 2800, and appointments for police chief Ha Kane and examining board member Donald Eastman.
Garden City has secured an easement for water rights under state land south of the Arkansas River. City Manager Deane Wiley announced the approval by the Kansas Forestry Fish and Game Commission acting under 1963 legislation. The water department advances an 8 inch main to tie Main Street to 7th Street and connect a new well behind the old post office. Representatives from Servis Van Doren and Hazard reviewed Main Street plans and the airport master plan during visits.
The Red Cross Bloodmobile visit to Finney County at the Presbyterian Church collected 172 pints, short of the quota of 7 8 pints. Donors cited cold and hay fever as reasons for low turnout, with 21 cancellations and 48 no-shows, though 62 walk-ins helped lift totals. Next visit is planned for December.
Julius Hultquist, vocal director for local public schools, was reported holding his own at St Catherine Hospital today. The longtime faculty member is seriously ill, suffering from a lacerated finger after a mower accident at home. He received medical attention soon after the incident.
The article covers President Kennedy backing congressional discussion on a possible Soviet wheat deal, with House committees to review the matter and mentions interest from the Peavey Co. and private talks in Ottawa. It also notes the House vote on the tax bill and political divisions.
Area high school students join the second annual Southwest Kallay Choral Clinic at Garden City Community College. Himer Copley of Bethany College directs the event in Topeka's auditorium, with rehearsals starting Saturday evening and a public-concert finale at 8 pm. Several area high schools send delegates, and choirs perform pieces by Warrell, Red, and other composers.
Washington reports the United States may sell wheat to the Soviet Union at world or lower prices under the farm price support program. Advocates argue the subsidy aids domestic wheat farmers, not the Soviets, and a 100 million bushel sale at world price would cost about 60 million dollars.
In Darrington Washington AP reports Miss Frieda Groenveld a first grade teacher stands four feet tall yet commands respect from pupils. She says children accept answers and feel supported by her presence, sharing how she handles jitters on starting as new teacher and encourages inclusion despite her size.
Fragmentary text suggests a local garden or school item involving a girl named Calideg and a group of ten boys, with private neglect or ties implied. Readable facts are minimal. core entities include a girl, Calideg, and ten boys.
Garden City hosts a Wednesday night session led by Jayveers to explore YMCA viability. George M Reid of Topeka outlined YMCA goals, stressing family activities, social growth, and nonchurch affiliation, while locals discussed existing facilities and a possible broader recreation program for all ages.
Minpey County report shows a total of 16 000 dollars, with 16 047 09 entered as early contributions. United Kane YETI and City workers attended a training session at Waren Tie, as Gene Purnell led the employee group in a discussion about the program. Chairman Jeary Hall and Secretary May Koais joined the sessions, with latest poll updates noted.
The forecast calls for slightly warmer temperatures with variable winds tonight and Friday. Highs on Friday expected to be lower, and tonight’s lows in the middle 50s.
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