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Newspaper
Ottawa Herald
Location
Ottawa, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Jan 14, 1958
Page
2
Ottawa hosts the state American Legion bowling tournament at the legion post. More than 430 bowlers plus wives and spectators travel from out of town to compete over several weekends. The Warren Black Post No. 60 earns praise for bringing the event to Ottawa and boosting local business.
Earl J Harris, a long time Ottawa business figure and community pillar, died leaving a legacy of civic involvement. He was known for his alert mind and devotion to family church and city, a rare citizen difficult to replace.
A chance meeting in Abilene years ago between Arn then governor and President Eisenhower may anchor Arn to a federal district bench. Eisenhower was impressed by Arn’s youthful look and success, while past Kansan candidates have faced White House resistance amid party loyalty questions and shifting political winds.
This column surveys light quips on Will Chamberlain illness sponsor loss jokes about snoring cures and Dulles versus Benson popularity. It mentions a rear end light for cars a Gay Circle Square Dancing Club and 173 million Americans per the Census Bureau. It also notes Kansas City's new sewage lagoons and Venice like smells inviting gondola imagery.
Santa Clauses Anonymous holds an after Christmas gathering. The chairman notes workers are still trusted by youngsters, references fatigue, coffee breaks, and a tobacco-free year. No specific plans emerge, with a pledge to call a special meeting if needed.
Clips and Quips notes a banner front page with Tips on Starting a Cold Car and praises rapid move into science amid global worry. The Emporia Gazette expresses fondness for turkey and bridge while Wellington News dislikes hash and rehash. Flu absences trend after TV shows improve, per Belleville Telescope and Wichita Eagle quips.
A devotional prayer asks for divine empowerment to hasten the day when all people accept God’s love and values. The text petitions to be clothed in divine love and ends with an invocation in Jesus' name.
A mayoral car belonging to Edmund Lister was stolen from a high school parking area while Lister was away in Topeka on business. The vehicle had been parked by his son George. Also noted are local business transactions and social items from 50 years ago including visits and a birth at 225 North Main.
The Ottawa Herald lists daily publication except Sundays and holidays with Post Office second class matter status. Editor Robert B. Wellington and Publisher Guy Snedaker oversee operations with subscription rates shown for trade area and outside area including monthly, quarterly, semiannual, and yearly terms.
A fragmented TV guide lists channels CBS ABC NBC and multiple hosts and shows. Names like Sheena, Romper Room, Garry Moore, Treasure Hunt, and Tic Tac Dough appear amid program listings and station cues.
Dr Joseph Molner argues routine blood and urine tests can reveal most common illnesses at low cost. He outlines cancer screening for both women and men, stressing regular checkups, X rays, stool tests, and biopsy when needed. He suggests proactive vigilance and invites readers to request a cancer and elderly care pamphlet.
Morehead City Hospital treated an inebriated patient for a snakebite and hours later the same man returned with a live rattlesnake wrapped around his arm. John W. Kingred of Chrisman Illinois claimed he was robbed and paid a speeding fine with a piggy bank full of coins, which he says funded the treatment. The rattlesnake was taken to the desk of Justice of the Peace George Meers for removal.
New York producer David Selznick warned Hollywood that free television and pay TV threaten the film industry. He urged focusing on high quality topics and worldwide appeal, saying the public craves quality over mediocrity and that the next revolution may be pay TV. He praised Chaplin and Garbo as unmatched stars.
News from the Wellsville area reports Warren Beaman and family planning a move to Springfield Missouri next week with Beaman employed at Graham Paper Co. Supt Beatty and family have rented the Beaman property. Elmer McDaniel suffered a relapse and was hospitalized at St Luke's after a heart attack. Several locals attended the Western Retail Implement and Hardware Association Convention in Kansas City. New Board of Education member Van Deventer replaces Warren Beaman who resigned. Robin Sue Carpenter celebrated her first birthday on January 1. Kate Brophy visited her son John Brophy in Kansas City.
Secretary of Defense McElroy testified to Congress that the U S military has no positive evidence that Russia leads in long range ballistic missiles but is pursuing a next generation weapon and base launches. He said the budget includes funds for a new submarine launched strategic weapon and an additional ICBM launch site with no location disclosed. The testimony was given behind closed doors as a broad defense inquiry began.
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