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Newspaper
Ottawa Herald
Location
Ottawa, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Aug 03, 1959
Page
2
An editorial notes Kansas lacks mountains lakes and luxury parks but cites upcoming Pomona reservoir and Williamsburg Wildlife Association plans as boosting boating fishing and park recreation. The piece playfully envisions Kansas as a future recreation destination with public fishing and duck hunting lakes.
A House committee rejected new taxes and proposes extending the interstate program over four more years, delaying many major projects. The plan risks higher future costs and more lives lost on congested aging roads, suggesting a gasoline tax hike as a funding option.
A column notes the loyalty oaths for civil servants may attract fewer takers than those who fail them. It mentions sleepy postcards, a Philippine Scout campwater shortage, and the president denying a tax cut in his remaining year. An economy size GIANT coffee promises value, while summer TV sparks, and ads tease diners clubs and fall compact cars not suited to women’s pockets.
A large moth was brought to the Herald office by Gilbert Ledom of 104 N. Maple for display. Geraldine Pinney of 702 N. Mulberry is receiving treatment for a severe finger infection. Mrs. Arthur Barnett of 1362 S34. Main sprained an ankle after a fall on Postoffice steps. Fifty years ago Rev. H I Kerr gave his farewell sermon at First Presbyterian Church before moving to Parkville Missouri. Anson Smith, 70, longtime Franklin County resident, died at his home 60 miles north of Ottawa. A daughter was born to Mr and Mrs Ira Childress, weighing 8 pounds.
In a Q and A from Dr Molner, a patient with five years of diabetes reports a stable blood sugar around 105 and uses protamine zinc insulin daily. The doctor explains urine sugar thresholds and stresses blood sugar as the primary health measure, advising not to overreact to nightly urine tests.
Prayer text invokes Psalm 47:1, thanks for Jesus Christ’s death and resurrection. Asks personal salvation, forgiveness of sins, and devotion to Christ. Ends with Amen.
A dense list of Monday night programming across Channel 4 NBC Channel 5-13 CBS Channel 9 and ABC, outlining shows from Bandstand and Mickey Mouse to Texas Lawman, Wells Fargo, Mr. D A Bold Journey, Frontiers, Arthur Murray, Playhouse, News, Weather, Sports, Bob Hope style segments and late night sign offs with varied late morning to midnight time blocks.
Hollywood AP Belafonte criticizes past films saying Island in the Sun and The World The Flesh and the Devil fell short of promise. He contemplated quitting films, formed his own company, and shot Odds Against Tomorrow with Ryan Winters Grahame and Begley. He seeks varied roles including a Perleman comedy and a West Side Story style project with Brando. He notes scarce strong dramatic scripts for Black actors and envisions a broader field for Negro stars.
The Ottawa Herald lists subscription rates and trading area details with pricing for by mail. Rates vary by duration and region, noting monthly, three month, six month, and yearly options for in-area and outside trade areas.
A collection of humorous observations and trivia from HAL BOYLE. topics range from ostrich polygamy to brain cell counts, queen regalia, liquor, murder stats, skyscrapers, home tech, and travel. Includes quotes from Moss Hart and Francis Bacon, with light cultural reflections.
Four Air Force men attached to Lincoln Nebraska Air Force Base were hurt, none seriously, when a private plane ran low on fuel and crashed while attempting to land at Fort Scott airport Saturday night. The crew on board included T Sgt James Harold Hesterlee T Sgt Robert Gardner A1C Gerald Lynn Nolley and A2C Donald Clink scales en route to Springfield Missouri from their base.
New York AP report notes TV industry surveys shaping viewers habits and ratings. NBC results show viewers rate television as most important in homes, with 55.2 percent satisfied. Comparative satisfaction cited for 1959 autos 49.9 percent, pop music 40.6 percent, and cost of living 10.3 percent. Women reportedly guide channel choices in half hour dramas and specials.
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