Debt rise by Kansas local units since World War I
A Governmental Research Center report shows Kansas local government debt climbing from 53.8 million dollars in 1945 to 338.98 million, with Douglas County debt near eight million and city and school shares detailed. About 75 percent of debt is general obligation bonds, 12 percent is special assessment bonds, and revenue bonds make up a significant portion funded by user charges. Short term notes account for the remainder to cover emergencies and projects.
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Coffeyville Board Chairman Dies After Ill Health
A Coffeyville man, MD, chairman of the board of the First National Credit Union, died here after several months of ill health with a heart condition.
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Four From City to Take Part in Topeka Program
Four Lawrence residents will attend Friday's Kansas Council for Children and Youth meeting in Topeka from 1 to 4 p.m. at the Morgan Building on Washburn University campus. Dr. Kenneth E. Anderson and Mrs. Ray T. Wright will join a panel on Kansas Delegates Review and Evaluate the Recent White House Conference on Education. Larry J. Heeb and Dr. W. D. Wolfe will lead buzz sessions tied to the panel discussion.
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Kansas Council For Children and Youth
Topeka
Morgan
Washburn University
Kenneth E. Anderson
School of Education
Kansas University
Ray T. Wright
Kansas Congress of Parents and Teachers
Kansas
White House
Larry J. Heeb
W. D. Wolfe
Somersaulting taxi in Tokyo lands on side
A taxi in downtown Tokyo somersaulted twice today and ended on its side on the sidewalk. The driver, passenger, and pedestrians were not injured according to police reports. The mishap caused street disruption while authorities investigated the scene.
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Tokyo
More American Cities Are Added Each Month For Nike's Protection
The Army's Nike guided missile anti-aircraft program is expanding with new batteries joining operations in American cities and military installations at a several-month pace. Spokesmen say deployment is proceeding well and training requirements are being met. About 17 cities currently have Nike protection from Norfolk to Seattle and Los Angeles, with plans to place batteries in Alaska and Okinawa.
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Washington
Army
Norfolk
Atlantic
Seattle
Los Angeles
United States
Alaska
Okinawa
Divorce suit filed in district court by Loretta Thompson Dickson
Loretta Thompson Dickson sues William Edward Dickson in district court for divorce. The filing names the parties and sets in motion further court action.
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Loretta Thompson Dickson
William Edward Dickson
Casey Ready To Deal But Not at Loss
New York Yankees manager Casey Stengel returned from an around-the-world trip saying he will trade but won’t give his club away. He ruled out deals for Mickey Mantle Phil Rizzuto or Yogi Berra though suggesting flexibility if Rizzuto improves. He arrived at International Airport wearing a green velvet Tyrolean hat with Mrs Stengel after a stopover from London.
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Norris Bros. Plumbing Co reports material theft from residence site
Norris Bros Plumbing Co reported to police on Wednesday that plumbing materials valued at 50 dollars were stolen from a home under construction at 16 West 20th Street. The incident outlines property loss from the site.
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Garden Expert Advises Burning Vines and Trash
Kansas State College extension garden specialist C. R. Roberts urges burning plant refuse and vines to cut next spring’s pests. He recommends composting leaves with soil and manure layers, watering if dry, and turning the pile every 3 to 6 months. A compost heap formed now may be ready in 9 to 12 months. County Agent Deal Six offers soil testing guidance.
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Kansas State College
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Deal
New DDT Offered For Corn Borer Control Next Summer
USDA and agricultural college researchers report granular DDT, a dustlike formulation resembling powdered sugar, matches or exceeds spray results in controlling the European corn borer. Application is triggered when 7 in 100 plants show shot hole damage, about 15 to 20 pounds per acre, with caution to avoid feeding treated corn to dairy cattle or slaughter-bound animals for 90 days before processing.
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Fertilizer Timing During Mild Winter Periods
Farmers note that mild winter spells favor fertilizer application and soil work. Experts caution on moisture levels and plan to adjust input schedules to maximize nutrient uptake and pasture growth. The advisory emphasizes monitoring weather trends and avoiding excessive soil disturbance.
Fertilizer Timing For Pastures And Forage Crops
F. W. Smith of Kansas State College advises best fertilizer timing for permanent pastures and hay meadows. He notes winter cereals can be top dressed with nitrogen in December with results similar to March applications, and nitrogen can be broadcast and plowed down for spring crops.
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F. W. Smith
Kansas State College
Big Springs Glenn Springs party with members and visitors
The Christmas party of the Glenn Springs Home Demonstration Unit drew 23 members and 4 visitors. Roll call used a Bible verse, and plans for the next year were discussed. Secret pals were revealed, new names drawn, and the gathering occurred at Mrs. Ferm Had’s home with hostess Mrs. Margaret Dark assisting. A January meeting will be at Mrs. Ernest Wulfkuhle’s home. Family Christmas dinners followed for many local residents with visits to Topeka, Winslow, Cleburne, Leavenworth, and Kansas City locations for holiday celebrations.
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Matthews
Gilta
Ferm
Margaret Dark
Ernest Wulfkuhle
Richard Carter
Ben Emery
Topeka
Kent Wilson
Gale
Catherine
Ruth
Joyce
Norbert Greene
Winslow
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Norbert
Otto Greene
John Bahnmailer
Emporia College
Andrew Bahnmaier
Melvin Walter
Sylvia
Ray Cree
Glenn Cree
Madison Walter
Kansas City
Fred Glidewell
Brenda
Jimmy
Fred
Glidewell
Silver Lake
Glen Mesenhimer
Elmer
Arthur Holloway
John Mann
Cleburn
Ambrose Johnson
Elmer Trowbridge
Connie
Leavenworth
Trowbridge
Scott Hagen
Manhattan
Gus Hartman
Matt Hagen
Lecompton
Warren Hartman
Dayton speaker to headline Topeka church event
A Dayton denominational youth director will speak at Topeka Otterbein E U B Church on Thursday and Friday December 29 and 30. A special class will serve youth fellowship officers and other participants include sponsors youth directors and ministers. Weekend family visits feature Mr and Mrs Dick Godfrey and kin in Topeka and many local Christmas gatherings at homes across Topeka and nearby towns.
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