08 Aug 1964
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Newspaper
Ottawa Herald
Location
Ottawa, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Aug 08, 1964
Page
1
The piece reflects on heat and cooling in Kansas journalism from the 1930s to today. It recalls furnace-like summers, dust, ink mist, and how air conditioning transformed work and life, noting changes in behavior, travel, and comfort. It contrasts past hardships with present ease and the recurring demand to “turn up the air conditioner.”
The Bohemian Club in San Francisco hosts an annual midsummer encampment in the redwoods featuring a 60 member symphony, three musical productions, noon talks by authorities, and a rich, welcoming yet secluded culture. Admission is restricted and the program emphasizes art, culture, and personal hospitality.
Reader asks if air travel affects pregnancy and about delivery midflight. Dr Molner says flying is generally permissible for most pregnant women, but not recommended if there is miscarriage history or near delivery. Air pockets aren’t major hazards. motion sickness is uncommon and can be treated with medication if needed. The column also covers miscarriages causes, obesity and thyroid issues, and notes other small items from past decades.
On August 8 multiple historical notes span 1829 the Stourbridge Lion steam locomotive in Honesdale Pa proved a failure after arrival from England. Napoleon died in exile in 1815. Wilmot Proviso passed the House in 1846. 1940 the Luftwaffe began bombing England. Dag Hammarskjold spoke in 1950 at a conference. 1964 and later year events include Formosa floods and a 1969 train robbery in Britain.
A groundbreaking ceremony on August 22 near Perry Kansas will mark the start of the Perry Dam and Reservoir’s first stage contract worth 8.8 million dollars awarded to List and Clark Construction Co. of Kansas City Clearing work has begun and the project total is 42 million. The reservoir will create a 12 200 acre conservation pool with several officials including Rep Robert F Elsworth Maj Gen George H Walker and Col Miles L Wachendorf slated to attend.
Carl Steinfeldt of Rochester New York recorded 49 ringers in 50 throws at the World Horseshoes Pitching Championships on Thursday night, narrowly missing a second perfect game in the event’s history.
The notice lists subscription pricing for local and outside trade areas, with monthly, quarterly, semiannual, and yearly options. Editor Robert B. Wellington oversees production for 106 S Cedar and states Associated Press membership rights for local and AP dispatch content.
New York AP report profiles Fred Zinnemann, Vienna born director who rose from extra to Oscar winner. He recalls Hollywood’s past limits and credits today’s openness for fresh talent. Zinnemann predicts a bright future if a film is truly good and emphasizes living up to personal convictions in art.
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