Death of Roy A. Roberts Ends Era at Kansas City Star
Roy A. Roberts, longtime Kansas native and retired chairman of the Kansas City Star, dies after a 56 year career in journalism. A key figure since succeeding William Rockhill Nelson, he helped mold the Star into a leading national newspaper through his work as reporter, editor, and manager.
Roy Roberts Remembered as Political Writer and Educator
Roy Roberts, a respected political writer and longtime adviser to presidents and Kansas City officials, was also a dedicated educator. He mentored young journalists, funded scholarships, and supported higher education, with the University of Kansas among beneficiaries. His influence will endure beyond his newspaper career.
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Goodbye Arlene and a long running TV panel show
A reader laments the loss of the long running What's My Line as fall season changes threaten its CBS time slot. He notes hosts John Daly Arlene Francis Bennett Cerf and the show's ritual format and its appeal despite changing tastes.
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Mouthwash haw haw and health cautions
Readers discuss mouthwash effectiveness and its limits in dental hygiene. Dr Mother cautions that mouthwash cannot fix underlying causes of bad breath such as gum disease sinus drainage or dental decay and urges proper diagnosis and treatment along with flossing and brushing. The column also addresses urinary frequency in a child and raw beef versus pork risks with cooking.
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Television Log State Broadcasters This Week
Channel 4 NBC Channel 5 13 CBS Channel 9 ABC present a week of network lineups with varying shows and times across local stations.
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Today In History Highlights From 1967
On February 27 1860 Lincoln spoke at Cooper Union aiding his nomination. Also born Henry Wadsworth Longfellow in 1807 and the 15th Amendment proposed in 1869. Roosevelt created a joint Mexican American Defense Committee in 1942. Vietnam events and TV listings follow with programs and news.
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Confession of an American who does not drive
In a humorous confession Buchwald recalls being denied a portable typewriter purchase when he lacks a driver's license. A Maryland shop and a crowd judge him for not driving, the store manager questions his id, and only the White House pass and a store president’s intervention save him from eviction.
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