Kansas farms transform under census findings in five years
Editorial notes the agricultural census shows a dramatic farm revolution in Kansas from 1949 to 1954. Fewer farms, larger average size by 46 acres to 416.2, 40 percent higher value at $34,757, more irrigation, power lines widespread, and a shift from tenant farms to owner-operators. The Kansas farmer is described as a citylike small capitalist running a mechanized, expanding operation.
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Kansas
Anothmr
Maiden Margarets and Morale in a Changing Nation
A collection of satirical reflections on public figures, fashion, and media, noting Margaret's unmarried status, Margaret Truman, Bermuda outfits, Ford Funk Rotarian, a fatal three wheeler and train collision, Jack Benny’s move to TV, radio humor, income-driven families, and declining reading habits. The piece malleably critiques culture, morale, and ingenuity with humorous asides.
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Jack Benny
Cooking Lesson on Charcoal Grills and Outdoor Steaks
A humorous piece explains the appeal of charcoal grilling for steaks and hamburgers. It outlines buying a charcoal starter, fuel, and gear, with a long, patient process to lighting the fire, cooking, and serving outdoors, ending with the realization that outdoor grilled steaks may not taste much different from indoors.
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Wif
Ottawa Area Memories Share Long Ago Events
A summary of dated notes from Ottawa region highlights includes R E Trout's 16 inch carrot discovery near Ottawa, Mrs Gus Kratzburg injuring a knee in a sheep incident, O E Brown exhibiting prize Percheron mares at the Franklin county fair 25 years ago, the Paola to K 33 all weather highway designated No 68, thieves taking A J Baroum's chickens east of Ottawa, the closing of Burnett department store and A B Childs store in Wellsville 50 years ago, A A Lathrop auctioneer selling two mules in Paola today, and G W Stowell purchasing the Hand grocery at Fifth and Main, plus Mr and Mrs W A Westover returning from an Eastern trip.
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Paola
Ottawa
Nation's Top Combat Hero Not Disillusioned By War
Audie Murphy, America’s most decorated World War II veteran, reflects on a life after war. He recalls Humble beginnings in Texas, a failed marriage, film fame, and a steady rise in acting earnings while aging into a steady ranching future. He emphasizes responsibility to comrades and a complex view of war’s cost without bitterness.
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New York
Audie Murphy
Americ
Texas
Ant
Audre
West Point
Audie
Universal
Texas National Guard
Murphy
Kide
Audie Islew
True Kinship Is A Matter Of The Soul
Dr. George W. Crane counsels that true kinship comes from the soul not blood ties. He urges lonely urban readers to adopt kinfolk through kindness and smiles, noting kinship can form with strangers and even cross cultural lines. He warns against relying on wishful thinking for real family bonds and encourages active social effort. Military engine standardization is noted as a separate fact about tank parts.
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America
Susan
Jesus
Crane
Hopkins Syndicate
Afeiott
Ind
Hopkins Syndicate, Inc
Subscription rates and terms listed for mail delivery
The notice lists subscription options by mail with durations of one month, three months, six months, and one year. It shows outside area rates and mentions various pricing lines though several words are garbled.
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Mat
Mall
Television Schedule Highlights From Major Stations
Reading the day’s TV guide reveals a dense slate across channels including WDAF 17V and WIBW Topeka with 8 p.m. lineups featuring Doug Edwards, Jimmy Lloyd, and Hal’s Guest. The schedule lists 9 p.m. movies, afternoon talk and game shows, and late-night variety, news, and sports across stations Kansas City Topeka and surrounding markets.
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Chantel
WDAF
Crneeal
Kumu-Tv
Kanese City
HMB
Kamans City
Wibw-Tv
Topeka
Mkansas
Dporta
Bi Hiokok
Doug Adwards
Jimmy Lloyd
Oug Fawards
Commander
Doug Howards
Hal
Playhouse
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Superman
Star Tima
Arthur Murray
Musie
Millie
Summer Thea
Danny Thoma
Mille
Tor da
Dally Mack
Guy Lamphari
Truth
the & B
K.C
Bal
Baludie
Undated Radio Schedule with Mixed KMBC and WDAF Lines
A garbled two day radio grid lists shows and times for KMBC WDAF WDAP KNBC and others. Programs include baseball news Dragnet and FBI plus various talk show and music segments with inconsistent spellings and missing dates, presenting a fragmented lineup.
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WDAF
KMBG
EMBC
WDAP
Morgan Beatty
Newa
People
Dragnet
Ge Pear Soand
Wdaf—Morgan Besty
Knbc—Baseal
Bsound
This Car Is Really Shot
Buffalo police traced a bullet ridden car to Daniel Daily of Bronxville after they discovered six fresh bullet holes. Daily said friends had used the car for target practice on a farm near Buffalo and planned to junk it.
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Buffalo
N.Y
Daniel Daily
Bronxville
Daily
Norton Child Killed By Car In Street Crossing
Four year old Gary Wayne Wicker died when struck by a car while crossing the street near his Norton home on his way to buy candy. Parents are Mr and Mrs Wayne Wicker. The incident occurred yesterday as the child dashed across the road. A tire shop query appears in the surrounding text.
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Norton
Gary Wayne Wicker
Wayne Wicker
Oper
Miss Sage
Column Tips and CPA Career Answers From Sylvia Sage
Readers seek CPA course details job prospects and pay. George explains CPA requirements include state test and years of experience. college grads may test after graduation with two years’ work. non grads need three years plus two more. Also notes CPA salaries rise with passing tests. Rachel asks Dr Paul Popenoe address. Sylvia provides 5287 Sunset Blvd Los Angeles. Tan requests buttermilk fudge recipe. Sylvia supplies complete recipe and tips.
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George
Certified Public Accountant
State Board of Accounting
Sylvia
Paul Popenoe
California
Rachel
Sunset Blvd
Los Angeles
Calif
Rehabilitation Funds Allotted for Kansas Missouri
Washington announces federal vocational rehabilitation grants totaling 454 758 dollars for Kansas and 912 534 dollars for Missouri for the year ending next June 30. The funds support basic program operations and expansion of facilities and services nationwide, with 32.6 million dollars allocated to 48 states and territories.
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Office of Vocational Rehabilitation
Kansas
Missouri
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