Ottawa’s church town stance challenged by bonds and deeds
The piece recalls an Emporia editor William Allen White remarking on Ottawa Kansas population 10165 with over half church members. It notes past bond votes on junior high financing 1923 defeat and 1926 approval, plus critique of civic life including schools, libraries, health, welfare, and unemployment care. The column ponders what White would say today.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ottawa
J. A. Lawrence
William Allen White
Emporia
Madame Galli-Curci
Chicago Civic Opera
Ottawa Rotary Club
Fred P. Martin
Kansas
YMCA
YWCA
First National Bank
Kansas City
Bill
Understanding Hyperinsulinism and Related Health Questions
A reader asks if high protein dieting with weight loss could cause hyperinsulinism and low blood pressure. Dr Mother explains hyperinsulinism is rare, involves excess insulin lowering blood sugar, and contrasts it with diabetes and functional hypoglycemia, noting nervous factors may influence symptoms.
Prayer and Health Notes on Hypoglycemia and Diet
A devotional fragment intermingles prayer with medical discussion on hypoglycemia. It explains causes such as liver and glandular disorders, symptoms like headaches and rapid heartbeat, and the sugar tolerance test. Diet guidance favors high protein, moderate fat, low starch and sugar to sustain blood sugar levels.
Drive In Checks and Fashion in Early 60s News
A satirical column notes progressive banking with drive-in services for check cashing and shopping, praising car service for dress fittings. It cites morning dress preferences, James Meredith’s college departure, and tension on campus with Ross Barnett depicted as a winner under stress. It also mentions flu shots, a WWI flu reference, dog license tags, and tax-exempt cats reacting to annual levies.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
James Meredith
Old Miss
Ross Barnett
Cyclone Examinations End With Donkey Derby Nights
After a week of tests Cyclones wrap up exams and celebrate with skating and a donkey baseball game at Ottawa Junior High gym. Pep Club funds boost for activities while students reflect on bond issues and new half year studies begin after the festivities.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Cyclones
Margaret Williams
Ottawa
OHS
Teresa Morrisey
Judy Daugharthy
Kathy Reusch
Milton Bland
Fred Irwin
Terry Wollen
Becky Lawrance
Betty Kirchner
Linda Showalter
Olathe
Ers
Local Newspaper Rates and Publication Details
Matin published daily except Sundays and holidays from Ottawa Kansas with Robert B Wellington as editor and publisher. Subscription rates vary by area and term with higher prices for out of trade area. this newspaper is a member of the Associated Press and entitled to AP content.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Matin
Ottawa
Kansas
Robert B. Wellington
TA Associated Prese
Associated Preas
National Western Feeder Cattle Sale Sets Record
Denver AP Ranchers sold 12,363 head of commercial feeders in the largest sale of the National Western Stock Show. The auction topped $2 million, with steer calves averaging $32.75 per hundredweight and heifer calves $29.50. Yearling heifers averaged $25.40 and yearling steers $27.10, with consignments from Colorado and eight other western states.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Denver
Colorado
Oregon
California
Texas
Wyoming
Idaho
Kansas
Nebraska
KOFO Monday to Friday Schedule Listing
KOFO broadcasts a full weekday lineup with AM and FM services. The schedule includes Morning News and Weather Roundup Markets and Agricultural Markets, sports roundups, devotions, a serenade, time bulletin, Around Town, Noon Tune, Farm Show, Daily Weather and Markets roundup, Garnett Hour, Best Buys, Karavan Karavan, Farm Market Analyst, Triad Sports Roundup, Ottawa High basketball, Evening Prayers and sign offs for both AM and FM.
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KOFO
Mary Blaine
People’s Exchange
Daily Record
Best Buys
Karavan
Karavan Kofo
Ottawa High
Prayers FM
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Ottawa Herald
Rotary Club
Glen Hayward
Martin
Herald
Joseph G. Molner
Dr. Mother
Walter Cleland Jr
David Whitlock
S. Sycamore
Clarence Fanning
The
Crown Drug Store
Woodrow Wilson
Washington
Johnny Evers
Frank Chance
Joe Tinker
Chicago Cubs
Tinker
Jesus
Iph
Electra
JPH
Cyclone Doin
Anne Machin
Margaret
Lavonne Hobbs
Lorena Williamson
Kayettes
Marcia Doman
Darline Diven
Linda Wheeler
Janie Bennett
Lavonne Hobs
J. W. Emerson
W. P. Downing
Orlis Cox
Ted Brill
Edwin Henry
Charles Queen
Chuck Williamson
E. E. Caylor
Bill Wheeler
Budge Reusch
Bill Wright
Rea Victor
Color TV
Crites
Bridgeport
RCA Victor
RCA
Aca Victor
S. Main
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