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Newspaper
Ottawa Herald
Location
Ottawa, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Jan 02, 1958
Page
3
The Ottawa Herald critiques the split among retailers over Wednesday versus Saturday evening hours. Merchants are divided, creating shopper confusion and harming business. The piece urges a swift, clear resolution to restore consistent hours.
The AFL-CIO Economic Trends and Outlook warns that layoffs and reduced production may push unemployment toward four million by February and March, risking mass layoffs unless quick action raises wages and curbs hours. Walter Reuther argues for higher take-home pay, lower corporate profits, and lower prices to aid workers, while critics warn higher wages could hasten job loss.
A reflective column recalls neighbors from childhood now grown, noting marriages births and deaths as time slips by. The writer muses on aging, old friends dying, and the quiet rotation of birthdays as families expand and fade, ending with a hint to ponder life’s pace.
Iph Mysore reports on Indian princes once ruling vast domains now reduced after independence. The Nizam of Hyderabad is cited as the richest, with two palaces in his city. Mysore’s Maharajah is described as urbane and accomplished, leading hospitals and public works. A 25 year old local note mentions community happenings including illness and revival services.
A devotional reflection invites focusing on heavenly things rather than earthly concerns. It asks for guidance to resist earthly preoccupations and to build higher in faith through the strength of Christ and prayer.
Channel five to thirteen carry CBS NBC and ABC programs with regional splits. CBS channels on four and nine offer varying primetime scheduling across markets.
Mrs J C Cook hosts guests from Table Rock to Ottawa and Princeton relatives. Belle Adams visits Arthur Atchisons in Princeton with Homer Baldwin and others. Don Cook returns from hunting trip with Roscoe Kingsbury near Sedalia and Big Springs. Extended family gatherings include the Rett ers in Lawrence and the John son family in Waverly.
In Portland Maine a 13 month old Harold Pulsifer the fourth generation to bear the Pulsifer name received his first haircut from Anthoine J Lemieux 59. The story traces the barbering lineage from Edward E Pulsifer Harold E Jr and the current client Max Slankard with a Christmas gathering at the George Slankards home in Pomona and nearby families in Sanford Fall River and Kansas City.
Classified notice from the Ottawa Kansas paper shows subscription rates and mailing details. Robert B. Wellington is the editor and Guy Snedaker is the publisher. Trade area by mail rates include one month 83 cents, three months 2 dollars, six months 3.75, and one year 7 dollars. Outside trade area rates list one month 1 dollar, three months 3 dollars, six months 5.50, and one year 10 dollars. The paper is published 106 108 S Main and is entered at the Ottawa Post Office as second class matter.
Dr George W Crane addresses resolutions with teens and parents at a church youth meeting. Clarence W 18-year-old president cites family habits and homework delays while Dr Crane notes a study sponsored by the American Cancer Society on smoking risks and reduced lifespans for heavy, moderate, cigar and pipe use.
A 1930s style column urges Red Cross readers to quit tobacco, trim costs, and adopt health measures. It cites studies on smoking costs, fat reduction, and vaccination, urging resolutions and practical steps like gum as a substitute rather than cigarettes.
An advertisement urging readers to request a booklet titled How to Lose 10 Lbs in 10 Days written by Crane and sent through The Hopkins Syndicate Melott. The offer asks for a stamped return envelope and 20 cents, and mentions a calorie chart within. The text appears to be a promotional insert from a non profit group.
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