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Newspaper
Ottawa Herald
Location
Ottawa, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Apr 02, 1955
Page
2
The editorial lauds J. R. Duke Cheney for the state highway commission, praising his advocacy of sound economical government and independence under pressure. It calls his appointment an honor to Kansas and confidence that the highway program will be well managed.
The Nebraska legislature weighs a plan to pay a bounty for turning in tin cans along roadsides. Critics warn of enforcement limits and waste storage issues, suggesting the idea be abandoned in favor of other waste controls. The piece lampoons the scheme and mocks its practicality.
A fragmented jumble notes various odd statements and gossipy asides about Reader's Digest advertising costs, Nehru philosophy, sensational claims about fame, classroom discipline, a rubber hose, ambulance drivers, bees and birds, a veteran gangster's dawn body, Maine paternity joke, and a Texas dig at patience.
A mix of past events notes census rounds in Franklin County with 300 pipeline workers expected to move in. The Ottawa High School crops judging team won regional first at Lawrence. A Pomona man faced marijuana charges 25 years ago. A 1929 Chevrolet coach stolen last October from John A. Dyer was recovered in Columbus Ohio. The H.4. Limes residence on 931 Hamblin burned years ago. Sheriff Cody was in Kansas City on business. W. A. Deford returned from the east. Miss Julia Walsh hosted Mr. and Mrs. F. D. Moffett at dinner.
Observation links possible prolonged labor action at big auto firms to the presidential race with the forecast that it could help elect a Democrat president next year. The excerpt suggests workers hope for broader wage gains though not guaranteed.
The author praises teachers as sincere and devoted, noting their long hours, low pay, and dedication to guiding students toward better citizenship and high character. They value the spark of initiative in pupils and take pride in former students succeeding in life, deeming teaching worthwhile.
A stubborn mix of factions and weak leadership defined the 1955 legislature. House members fought over bills, with Speaker Jennison constrained by cross party loyalties and a thin staff. Ben Marshall showed independence, while the Senate remained steady though cautious on key measures.
TV listings show a dense Saturday and Sunday prime time across KFEQ TV WDAF WIBW and related stations. Programs include Jackie Gleason Mickey Rooney Burns, Westerns, wrestling, and late-night features with Omnibus and The Search among others.
Radio Sunday listings show KMBC with Jack Bensy and WLAF Leo Durecter at 8:30, AMBC Amos and Andy at 1:00, plus Lucille Durosher and Dr Sizagun among other hosts. The day features a mix of dramas, variety shows, soap operas, news updates, sports, and children’s programs across stations WDAP WDAM WDAK and more with Hunter, Lewis, and Crosby among the names noted.
A humorous meditation on how chewing gum features in daily life from Sunday school to teaching methods. Martha G a four year old, insists gum is essential to attend Sunday school and avoid social ostracism. The piece weighs consumer influence on education and the misdirection of authority figures.
The donor Mrs. Ben White of Bonner Springs has given the Journalism Historical Center a set of years of service records for Allen White, editor of the Em p he legislature. The collection reflects both Republican and Democratic influence in Kansas politics and links to the University Daily Kansan. The note ties to a May 1 1912 policy and public finance debates shaping the state economy.
In Lawrence Kansas on Thursday Drs William and Karl Menninger of Topeka were presented the Samuel J Crumbine award by the Kansas Public Health Association. The honor recognizes their services to people in Kansas and worldwide in the field of psychiatry for a scrapbook of clippings about their work.
Federal Judge Archie O Dawson sentenced Henry W Grunewald known as The Dutchman to five years in prison and fined him 10000 for conspiracy in a 160000 tax fix scheme.
The Ottawa Herald lists subscription rates by mail in trade area with one month three months six months and annual options. The notice includes pricing and mailing methods and identifies editorial and business staff roles.
Local families visit relatives in Richmond and nearby towns including Valentine, James Clay Elliott and family from Providence stop by. Club events at Leisure Hour feature guest day with Life with Grecho review and plans for April meeting. Teachers and staff changes noted for Princeton and West Valley schools.
One person died and three were injured when a car struck the rear of a parked semi-trailer near Wichita. The victim, Jesus L. Lopes, 32, of Wichita, was killed. Driver Stella M. Magee, 25, suffered minor injuries. Two other passengers were unnamed.
A Gazette listing of numerous local visitors and dinners. Mr. and Mrs. Leo Wittman hosted relatives from Burlington Kansas and others including Denny Mickie and Steven. Many families from Ottawa Manhattan Garnett and San Diego were noted as guests at various homes and dinners.
New York Times reports the Army raised the secrecy rating on papers about General MacArthur’s wartime stance on Soviet help against Japan. MacArthur said he would have advised against Soviet entry at Yalta. Washington Post and Times Herald disputed, citing alleged messages to the Joint Chiefs. Maj. Gen. Courtney Whitney denied the claim in a letter. A separate notice details the death by gunshot of Major MacLaren of Atchison. identification from clothing papers. widow and two children survive.
Washington dispatch by Anthony Seviere reports the New York Times has asked the Army to release wartime documents to clarify a key question. The request aims to illuminate unclear aspects of recent security or strategic matters.
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