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Newspaper

Ottawa Herald

Location

Ottawa, Kansas, United States of America

Date

Jan 15, 1955

Page

5

Side Swipes In The Day's News

Ottawa police hauled a man to Lansing from Independence on burglary charges tied to Safeway stores. Mrs. Robert B. Mallon and her daughter Cynthia joined her husband, Sgt. Hollon, in Germany where he serves as a paratrooper in Munich. Senator Marvin Barkis of Louisburg joins committees on elections, legislative and congressional apportionment, and livestock. House committee appointments may occur early this week.

Ottawa Main Street Lansing Independence Safeway Robert B. Mallon Cynthia Germany Sgt Hollon Munich Glen Bones Sgt. Hollon James Hollon Marvin Barkis Louisburg Franklin- Miami State Senate House of the Legislature

Nicaragua Accused By OAS Of Invasion In Costa Rica

The OAS named Nicaragua as the source of an invasion into Costa Rica as Costa Rican forces close in on La Cruz. The council said much war materiel crossed the northern border from Nicaragua and ordered observers to watch transport corridors and airports toward Costa Rica. Nicaragua denied responsibility, calling it an internal uprising.

Washington Nicaragua Organization of American States Costa Rica la Cruz DAS Council OAS Lawton Okla Martha el Red Costa Rica Delag Okla-schoke Guymon Oxia Automo Oklahoma Panhandle Texas Council Kansas Jose Mora San Jose

Sixth Day of Bombing Sixth Day of Bombing

In Formosa sixth straight air raid struck Tienao Island north of Tachens. Nationalist Defense Ministry said all bombers returned safely after darkness raids with excellent results against gun positions and targets. Naval actions near the Tachens included destruction of two Communist torpedo boats.

Taipeh Formosa Tienao Island Tachens Defense Ministry Tienag Taiping Decker

Kansas City Man Dies of Injuries in Arkansas

Nick Robert Hobbs, 69, of Kansas City Kansas, died in Clinton Arkansas after his car overturned several times on Highway 68 south of Clinton. Sheriff Farish Fraser said he died late the day of injuries from a traffic accident earlier that day. Clinton is about 80 miles northwest of Little Rock.

Clinton. Ark Nick Robert Hobbs Kansas City Kan Farish Fraser Hobbs Highway 68 Here Clinton Little Rock

Library Board Names Officers

The Ottawa library board named officers at their annual meeting. President Rev. William Berger, vice president Dean Berlin, treasurer Lola Sloan, secretary Maye Halloren, Nell Barnaby rehired as librarian, C A Peacock assistant librarian, J R Keagy custodian. A $913 balance was reported. Other members present included Don Madison Maude Adams and Mrs Bert Anderson.

Ottawa Library Board William ‘Berger Dean Ber Lin Lola Sloan Maye Halloren Nell Barnaby C. A. Peacock Ruth Carr J. R. Keagy Don Madison L.G. Ames Maude Adams Bert Anderson

Two Men Drowned at Topeka Waterworks Collapse

Two workers drowned when a rock collapse at a Topeka waterworks well sent them 30 feet into the water. Victims were Willard E. Mayhew, 39, of Topeka and Steed M. Bowser, 38, of Osage City, both longtime laborers with seven children among Mayhew’s dependents.

Topeka 1 Topeka Willard E. Mayhew Steed M. Bowser Osage City

Full U. S. Support To Return Men

President Eisenhower pledged full U S support to Dag Hammarskjold in securing release of 11 American airmen held in Red China. He urged continued U N efforts as long as they show any chance of success, amid private hopes Hammarskjold’s Peiping mission could yield freedom for the prisoners and other U N personnel.

Washington U.N Dag Hammarskjold U.S Red China Eisenhower Congress Hammarskjold Peiping U. N

McCarthy Tackles Communist Allegations In Senate Row

Senate debates over antisubversion moves as Sen. McCarthy demands action against alleged communists. Long defends probes, while 840 votes approve a condemnatory resolution backed by 37 Democrats and 46 Republicans. Debate centers on sincerity and future investigations into subversive activities.

Wsimncton UI Democratic Jary Senate Sen McCarthy Ators Regis Jig Pesume Ruchel Calif Resolu Beint Long McCarthy Froml Sen. Long D-La

Presidential statement follows Dulles Eisenhower call

The report notes that Dulles spoke with Eisenhower by telephone and the presidential statement was released after their conversation. The brief item highlights the sequence of events and the involvement of key leaders in объяснение.

Strategic Air Command Dulles Eisenhower

Notices Out To Late Taxpayers

Franklin county residents who owe 1934 personal property taxes will receive notices in the mail. Over 500 tax notices were mailed from the county treasurer's office. Taxes were due December 20 and payment is due by February 15 to avoid tax warrants and sheriff collection actions.

Franklin County Elisabeth Briggs Coun Ity

Weather forecast for Salem with variable cloud and warming

Generally fair this afternoon and east portion tonight with not so cold conditions. Partly cloudy west, increasing clouds and wind, warmer Sunday with a low around 25 to 35 and a high of 45 to 55. Yesterday's high 52, low 25. Record highs and lows noted for the date. River levels and previous day sky condition described.

Salem Ila Stoofan

Africa Ministers Deplore Strains Between Peoples

The Union of South Africa’s prime minister voices concern over American papers fueling strains between South Africans and Americans. Responses from 25 world leaders to a Kansas Press Association inquiry include Eisenhower and Nasser, outlining views on press influence and cross national understanding.

Hutchinson, Kasof Union of South Africa United States Johannes A. Strijdem Kansas Press Association Wharton Hoch Marion Record Review Eisenhower Fulgencio Batista Cuba Chiang Kai-shek Republic of China Zahedi Iran Gamal Nasser Egypt Eisen- Strijdom White House Congress South Africa Barbara Anne Susie

Mild Weekend Forecast For Kansas And Nearby Areas

A mild weekend is forecast for Kansas with increasing clouds and wind tomorrow. No precipitation is expected. Ottawa saw a low of 25 and a high of 52 yesterday. Cooler, windy conditions are noted nationwide with a broad area from the Rockies to the seaboard. For sale old newspapers 10 cents per bundle, Herald office. Science estimates the atmosphere weighs 5,000,000,000,1000,000 tons.

Kansas Weather Bureau Ottawa Rockies Herald Office

Flying Farmers Bring Blue Crutches For Polio Drive

Eleven state Flying Farmers landed at Ottawa Municipal Airport to launch the Little Blue Crutches sale for the Franklin County polio drive. The group toured El Dorado to Topeka as part of Flight of Dimes, meeting Rotary, city officials, and the Ottawa Kayette club. Crutches were delivered by Harold Harrison as local volunteers staffed downtown sales under chairmen Duke Cheney and Sam Christerson.

Harold Harrison Valley Center Flight of Dimes J. R. Cheney National Foundation of Infantile Paralysis Sam Christerson Harrison W. W. Robe Herald Bob Leonard Ottawa el Dorado Coffeyville Pittsburg Chanute Lawrence Topeka Palio Qttawa Rotary Club Vernon Miles Ed Brigen Morris Stauffer Walter Wright Lyons Howard Cul ‘Bertson Sterling Charles ‘Bagore Bently Ed Isaacs Rotary Earl Sexton Ottawa High School Kayette Rotary Club Main Street Franklin County Paul Archer J. AH. “Duke Cheney National Foundation For

Kids Get Peek At White House Party

Two small girls in flannel pajamas peered into the White House party last night, eyes wide with wonder as grandparents hosted the gathering. The scene captured a rare, intimate moment inside the presidential residence during a festive family event.

White House Washington Is Grandpa Grandma

Body of World Champion Pilot Verdin Found Near Victorville

Los Angeles reports the body of James B. Verdin, 36, the world champion speed pilot, found 242 miles from the A4D Skyhawk wreckage after bailing out six miles above the Earth. The crash site was 15 miles NW of Victorville, 100 miles NE of the city, with parachute still attached.

Los Angeles James B. Verdin Mojave Douglas Aircraft Corp Victorville Here Verdin Iplane Earth

Big Star Storm Churns North Atlantic Waters

A powerful winter storm named Big Star moved across the North Atlantic away from North America. Ships reported steady winds near 65 knots with higher gusts as the system traveled northeast, about 1 600 miles across, affecting most of the western Atlantic coast. rescue vessels were dispatched to assist three ships as squalls intensified.

North Atlantic Nova Scotia Brunswick Newfoundland Squnds

Impeachment and Arrest of Panama President Guizado

The National Assembly impeached President Jose Ramon Guizado and ordered his arrest after a four hour session. Lawmakers heard Ruben Mira confess to shooting Remon on Jan 2 at a race track with Guizado’s knowledge. Ricardo Arias Espinosa was sworn in as interim president.

Panama National Assembly Jose Ramon Guizado Jose Antonio Remon Ricardo Arias Espinosa Ruben Mira Remon Guizado Guizada Mira Assembly Arias Saint Mato Tomas Nieves Perez Miro Ile

English Couple Married 80 Years at Barns oey

Anna Adcock of Barns oey England celebrated her 100th birthday today alongside her husband John who turns 100 in November. The couple has been married 80 years marking a long shared life together.

Barnsoey England Anna Adcock John

Talent Show Aims To Boost March of Dimes Support

Interest is high for a January 26 talent show at Memorial Auditorium as part of the March of Dimes drive. David Woods chairs and has lined up at least 20 contestants from county schools, including Ottawa High students. Prizes go to winners, with 10 numbers plus performances by Ottawa High Swing Kings and Woods dance band. A contestant party follows, sponsored by the Ottawa Rouisrganns. William Bancroft will provide show tickets redeemable at Hillcrest theater for drive-in season admissions. Rotary Club backs the March of Dimes drive with Franklin county chairman S. Christerson.

Memorial Auditoriun David Woods Ottawa Ottawa Wight Ottawa High Swing Kings Ottawa Rouirganns Willian Bancroft Hillcrest Theater March of Dimes Rotary Club 8. C. Christerson Franklin County

Two Found Dead At Coffeyville

Coffeyville Kansas men Oren Wesley Leavitt about 60 and J R Levitt 30 were found dead in a gas filled hardware shop after firecrackers and beer bottles exploded around them. Acting Coroner Raymond Belt said the incident appears tied to explosion and fire.

Copfeyville Kas Oren Wesley Leavitt Iman Kansas City Beerjson J. R. Levitt Levitt Raymond Belt Anheuser-Busch, Inc

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