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Newspaper
Ottawa Herald
Location
Ottawa, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Feb 02, 1963
Page
2
Editorial notes the bitter January weather and a flight at O’Hare Field dragged by engine cowling troubles. Passengers complain about airline timeliness while observers sympathize with mechanics working without gloves in the cold. The piece humorously laments winter travel woes and a persistent wait.
In Topeka the Kansas Legislature weighs WU fate amid Wichita anger as a report proposes WU join the University of Kansas system. Gov. John Anderson backs a plan to admit WU to the state system, leaving future status to the Regents, signaling a political win for Anderson. A nearby poem echoes the Wichita vote question.
A reader asks about fearing psychoanalysis after a physician referred them there. Dr Mother explains psychiatrists are MDs and that psychoanalysis is a skilled method aiding self inspection with limited probing, aiming to clarify past and present life facts.
A collection of satirical musings on politics money and public life. JPH Hugh Gaitskell is praised posthumously Kennedy dinners are noted with extra costs for choices. IRS and roadways prompts, fears and Freudian jokes are parodied. Dr Mother column gives medical Q A on bowel inflammation and ear noises with practical steps.
A unit of the Major Bowes Amateur Hour appeared at the Plaza Theater in Ottawa. Eggs in Ottawa dropped to 14 cents per dozen. Larry Wassmer, son of Mr and Mrs J L Wassmer, was ill with scarlet fever. Vertus Crofts began as apprentice photographer for Bauman and Maus while studying at Ottawa University in the afternoons. A large oak cigar case was bought by the Nelson Hotel, built by Ottawa Planning Mill, seven feet high and finished in dark oak. Edwin Wampler, son of Mr and Mrs J B Wampler, was ill with possible pneumonia.
A prayer recounts gratitude for worship and the privilege of church service on the Sabbath. The text invokes thanks for divine assurance and power to serve acceptably, concluding in Jesus name Amen.
With 82 days left in the school year seniors finalize grade standings and transcripts for college and scholarship applications. Guidance counselor P K Worley and chemistry teacher Albert Unruh emphasize careful prep as students study acids and bases and plan for after graduation.
KOFO AM and FM air a full Sunday lineup with sign ons at 7:00, hourly news and weather, religious services from Centropolis Baptist and First Baptist and Methodist churches, musical features like Easy Melodies, Sunday Serenade, Eventide Music, and Farmers market reports. The schedule includes sports, world time, and community bulletins through 9:45 PM.
Washington AP reports an ICC examiner will hear Union Pacific’s bid to abandon 51.8 miles of track from Junction City to Concordia Kansas. The session runs March 5 and 6 before examiner Willard Goheen after initial assignment to Hobart C. Clough with sessions in Junction City and Clay Center.
A father writes to his children about the busy schedule of activities, fees, and dues that fill their hours. He explains parental sacrifice, lack of specialization, and appreciation for the children's growing world. The letter affirms pride in their achievements and love from the family.
The Carnegie String Quartet will perform twice on Baker University campus on Wednesday February 5. At 9 45 a m they will appear at an all university chapel convocation and at 8 30 p m in Rice Auditorium for an evening concert. Members Allen Ohmes Michael Spivakowsky Aaron Juvelier and Barbara Stein Mallow bring strong academic backgrounds and notable performance experience.
Proponents told the House State Affairs Committee that investing idle funds from cities counties and school districts could yield at least 1.5 percent of the taxes they levy and provide a windfall for taxpayers. witnesses said authorities would manage the programs to maximize gains.
Williamsburg High School announces three spring adult education courses: typing for beginners or refreshers led by Mrs. Shirley McCormack starting Feb 5 at 7 p.m. for 10 weeks, $7.50 includes books and practice papers. An introduction to electric arc welding under Earl Anderson begins Feb 6 at 7 p.m. for five dollars to cover supplies. An ongoing adult farmer’s class meets Mondays at 7 p.m. taught by Anderson, focusing on minor farm equipment repair. Interested persons may contact Anderson or principal Jack Hobbs.
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