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Newspaper
Ottawa Herald
Location
Ottawa, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Apr 21, 1956
Page
2
A translated European critique argues anti-Americanism stems from U S global philanthropy and moralism. It notes readers see Americans as missionizing and self‑righteous, yet asks how the United States can quietly pursue its own interests without losing ideals.
Kansas lawmakers and tobacco interests clash over a 3 cent cigarette tax and stamps. Proposals seek higher rates, reduced tobacco cuts, and a switch to monthly tax returns for liquor and tobacco, potentially freeing capital and boosting state revenue.
A 1S years ago note reports General Motors announced plans for new model passenger cars in 1943 due to the war. Rain and snow hit Ottawa today. Nazis within 150 miles of Athens. Twenty five years ago winter was scheduled to return to the state. Dr H R Webster, Dr L H Gilley, Lee Keller, Dawson Gilley, and P Jacob traveled to Kansas City to attend a wrestling match. The 20 millionth Ford was built in Dearborn, Michigan. The John O Neil residence was being repainted by John Hamilton. Mayor William Sullivan of Rantoul visited the city on business. George Weix of Chippewa Hills entertained two cousins from Leavenworth.
This summer fashion piece surveys men's style in coats neckties hats and footwear. It notes double breasted suits return in lightweight fabrics with casual lines, new shirt collars, sport jackets with bold patterns, vivid sports shirts with Oriental and European influences, bold slacks including striped and checks, Bermuda shorts, heavy knee socks with shorts, lighter shoes and simpler footwear trends.
A column notes how presidential contenders trade barbs early, a casual remark on child mental health trends, and a jokey jab about Los Angeles rivaling Philadelphia as a big city. It also mentions Gracie becoming Princess of Monaco, a fantasy about a garage wide enough for full car doors, and quips about poker and peanuts.
Wayne Martin recovers from mumps as a physician is called Sunday. Don Cook’s 17th birthday dinner is held with guests including Burlin Ghent of Waverly and Cliff Gaunt family. Carl Adams reports grandsons Don and Ron Atchison arrived in Japan on March 12. Mrs. Mary Adams recovers from a broken hip and returns home to Yates Center. Debbie Baldwin stays with grandparents Earl Adams as Homer Baldwin, his wife, and Albert Baldwin report mumps. Herald Want Ads get results.
U N Secretary General Dag Hammarskjold told reporters at Lydda airport that he is sure his Middle East peace efforts are on the right road and that there is no reason to lose momentum. He compared peace talks to building an arch and noted progress from Cairo to Israel, with further talks planned with Arab neighbors. Savings Bonds are tax exempt.
Dr. Crane weighs a reader Bert B. 31, married with two children, torn between becoming a clergyman or betting on a secular path. He notes ministers’ schooling length and financial strain, while Crane argues lay leadership can ignite faith through work in the Red Cross, Scouts, YMCA and other societies, citing Paul the Apostle as a model. The column urges Bert to consider lay leadership over seven years of study.
TV listings show scattered program times and network stamps across Saturday through Sunday. The schedule features news blocks, entertainment, and Christlike shows with gaps and unclear timings, reflecting uncertain accuracy in the published ratings and time slots.
Radio schedule fragment lists town meetings at KMBC and XMBC channels, with KMBC Jazz and WDAF news coverage. Programs include Church of Your Choice Hour, Kantjo News, campus news, and a variety of music and special segments, plus sports and U.N. story notes.
TOPEKA the State Board of Education and state printer Ford Voiland reached a agreement over textbook billings. Voiland and the board with attorney general representatives agreed that 25142 should be returned to the board and future billings would be at cost.
A devotional fragment begins with prayer lines invoking the Father and references James 1 17. It includes a request for guidance and strength to gather in Thy presence with joy to laud and magnify Thy name. The passage reflects humility and gladness in faith.
Fink Methodist Fourth and Hickory Rev Charles Knight 0:45 church school 10:50 morning worship sermon Post Hole Religion 5:00 M Y F Epiphany Fifth and Locust Rev John Sweigart 6:00 a m Holy Euch 45 a m church school 11:00 morning prayer and sermon Thursday 10 a m Holy Eucharist Luth Walther League youth meeting 7:30 p m FittW Lutheran 316 B 12th Lee W Lennon pastor 10:00 a m Sunday school 11:00 a m worship service 7:30 p m youth meeting 6:00 p m Friday Adult Bible in formation class.
A consolidated 1956 Kansas church schedule lists services for First Christian, Presbyterian Congregational, Assembly of God, and dozens of local congregations with times for Sunday school morning worship and youth gatherings. The probate section announces executor appointments and multiple estate suits including hearings on selling property and determining heirs in Franklin County Ottawa.
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