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Newspaper

Ottawa Herald

Location

Ottawa, Kansas, United States of America

Date

Jan 20, 1961

Page

4

Public Sale at the Farm Near Ottawa on Friday

Mrs Roy Barnett will hold a public sale at the farm 14 miles east and half a mile south of Ottawa on Friday January 27 starting at 11 a.m. A district wood and jamb school will meet at Melvern City Hall Tuesday at 10 30 a.m. Also notes on a rummage sale auditorium Hawthorne PTA and other notices.

Roy Barnett Ottawa Melvern City Hall Rebekah Lodge Linnie Tyler Nadine Miller Memorial Auditorium

Fail To Get Quick Action

The 6th U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals refused to advance a hearing set for Feb 20 on a temporary injunction blocking 46 Haywood County Tennessee landowners from terminating contracts with sharecroppers. The landowners sought faster action claiming the injunction paralyzes 1961 cotton farming. The Justice Department says Negro sharecroppers face eviction due to voter registration in 1960. Regular session begins Feb 6.

Cincinnati Ohio 6Th U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals Haywood County Tennessee Justice Department

Marriage Licenses Granted for Keikel and Spogees

Robert Dale Keikel aged 18 and Janice Vivien Spogees listed as married in Quenemo. Records show they obtained a marriage license, with Spogees identified by gender as female. Details include residence in Quenemo and ages known at license issue.

Robert Dale Keikel Janice Vivien Spogees Quenemo

Easy-Wash launderette nears opening in Wellsville

Finishing touches are underway in the Ernest Harris building for the Easy-Wash launderette in Wellsville with plumbing, heating, wiring finished and roof repairs completed. Test washing will start next week and a grand opening date will be announced later. Local owners are Harry Schwanke of Overbrook and Lakin Schwanke of Maple Hill.

Ernest Harris Wellsville Harry Schwanke Overbrook Lakin Schwanke Maple Hill

Hospital Notes Admissions and Births Report

Hospital notes list admissions for Robert Wallace, 234 S Cedar. Mrs. Bert Ross, 634 S Oak. Frank Barnaby, 709 Willow. George Rule, 1340 S Main. Lois and Georgia Finley of Princeton. Raylene Feuer born at 102 S Elm today. Births include Franklin Leroy Jones of Gardner a Thursday birth weight 8 lb 5 oz. Darrell Cuthbert son RFD 4 Paola weight 8 lb 9 oz. Leslie Wheat 1105 N Main son today weight 6 lb 3.5 oz. Dismissals note Charles Colbern 1016 S Cedar and Grover C Clark Osage City transferred to KU Medical Center Kansas City Thursday.

Robert Wallace S. Cedar Bert Ross S. Oak Frank Barnaby Willow George Rule S. Main Lois Georgia Finley Princeton Raylene Feuer S. Elm Franklin Leroy Jones Gardner Darrell Cuthbertson Paola Leslie Wheat N. Main Charles Colbern Grover C. Clark Osage City K. U. Medical Center Kansas City Kas

Winter Storm Delays Inaugural Part in East

A fast moving snowstorm blanketed the East with blizzard like conditions from Philadelphia to southern New England. Washington recorded 18 inches of snow while New York and other cities faced flight stoppages and heavy traffic disruption.

Washington New York City Philadelphia New England Delaware Bay Maine Midwest New York Harrisburg Pittsburgh

Deaths Charles E Riley 75 Ottawa area resident

Charles Everet Riley 75 of 819 North Main died last night at 9 30 in St. Luke's Hospital Kansas City where he had been a patient since January 1 He had been in failing health for 12 years Born May 1 1885 in Kansas City Kansas he was the son of John H and Edith Bell Thatcher Riley He married Edith Lucille Hicks June 20 1912 at Lawrence He lived in Stockton Missouri 12 years but farmed near Lawrence and Linwood most of his life He came to Ottawa in August 1950 to help his daughter and son in law run Ottawa Bowl He was the last of four brothers Surviving are his widow and one daughter Mrs Ralph Kampschroeder 1119 North Hickory Services will be at Towner Funeral Chapel Monday at 2 p m with Dr Raymond P Jennings officiating Burial will be Mt Sidney Cemetery at Linwood 19 miles east of Lawrence The Ottawa Bowl will be closed all day Monday

Charles Everet Riley N. Main St. Luke's Hospital Kansas City Kas John H Edith Bell (Thatcher) Riley Edith Lucille Hicks Lawrence Stockton Linwood Ottawa Mt. Sidney J Cemetery

Kansas City Livestock Prices Report From AP

KC Livestock Kansas City AP cattle scarce with 400 head listed none calves. high to good steers sold before arrival at 25.80. Sheep scarce. hogs active with 1,600 head, barrows and gilts 26 higher to steady, sows steady. Barrows 200-245 lb 17.25, gilts 63, sow 300-400 lb 14.50-15.25.

Kansas City

Funeral for Miss Ethel Jane Fisher Held at First Methodist

Miss Ethel Jane Fisher died January 16 and funeral services were held January 19 at First Methodist Church. Rev. Charles P. Knight officiated with pallbearers Kenneth Cook Fred Adamson Bruce Fleming Richard Hewitt Clifford Reynolds and Charles Mavity Jr. Mrs. R. R. Sandmeyer sang hymns with accompaniment by Mrs. J. R. Henning. Burial followed in Highland Cemetery.

Ethel Jane Fisher First Methodist Church Charles P. Knight Kenneth Cook Fred Adamson Bruce Fleming Richard Hewitt Clifford Reynolds Charles Mavity Jr R. R. Sandmeyer J. R.henning Highland Cemetery

Kansans In Historic Inaugural Parade Honored By Masks

Washington AP report details how Missouri and Kansas participants, including outgoing President Eisenhower and former President Truman, joined Kennedy’s inauguration parade. Governors Dalton of Missouri and Anderson of Kansas led their states, with Kansas bands, the Dodge City Posse, and civic figures among the many spectators and participants from both states.

Washington Pennsylvania Avenue White House Capitol John F. Kennedy Missouri Kansas Dwight D. Eisenhower Abiene Kan Eisenhower Kennedy Harry S. Truman Independence Truman Lyndon B. Johnson Johnson Earl Warren Warren Trumans Harry H. Vaughan John M. Dalton John Anderson Dalton Missouri Military Academy Gov. Anderson Morton County Lion’s Club Dodge City Posse

Castro Firing Squads Execute Two More Rebels

Havana AP report says Fidel Castro ordered executions of two Cubans at La Cubana prison after 20 day alert against a non occurring invasion. Seven other defendants received 30 year terms. total unofficial executions reach 587 since 1959. Raul Roa attacked the outgoing president as university students staged a funeral procession for Eisenhower.

Havana Fidel Castro la Cubana Revolucion Castro Eisenhower Raul Roa White House Wall Street Santiago University

Hults Denies A Conflict Of Interest Charge

TOPEKA AP An official of the Kansas Democratic Party accused the new Roads and Highways Committee chairman Don Hults of conflict of interest, but Hults denies the charge as untrue. Gardiner, a former legislator and Democratic treasurer, alleged Hults represented the Kansas Motor Carriers Association, which lobbies for over the road truckers, a claim Hults refutes. Gardiner urged lawmakers to divest from private interests, noting past anti kickback measures and comparing federal and state standards. He argued Hults should disclose or withdraw from chairmanship unless unconnected to the association.

Topeka Kansas Democratic Party Today Senate, Roads and Highways Committee Marshall G. Gardiner Democratic Don Hults R.lawrence Kansas Motor Carriers Association Hults Lawrence Gardiner Kansas House Robert S. McNamara McNamara Senate Armed Forces Committee Pentagon

School Board Hears Insurance Plan Options in Ottawa

Ottawa’s school board met with local insurance agents to review how the district handles coverage. After lengthy discussion the board took no action but would consider local handling if agents submit a plan via a local board. Present were city and county representatives.

Ottawa

Queen Elizabeth II and Prince Philip begin 20000 mile Asian tour

London reports that Queen Elizabeth II and Prince Philip departed for a 20000 mile Asian tour visiting India Pakistan Nepal and Iran. The royal visit will keep them away from Britain until March 6.

London Elizabeth II Prince Philip India Pakistan Nepal Iran Britain

Notice of hearings in Kansas probate matters in Ottawa

First published 1-6-61 and last published 1-27-61 for two matters in Franklin County Kansas probate court. Virginia Breshears administrator seeks final settlement, fee allowances, and heir assignment for Amos Richardson estate. J W Dickerson executor seeks probate and appointment for A E Macoubrie aka Arthur E Macoubrie aka Arthur Elwood Macoubrie will. Defenses due by January 30 1961 and February 6 1961 respectively.

State of Kansas Franklin County Amos Richardson Cage Ottawa State of Kansas A. E. Macoubrie Arthur E. Macoubrie Arthur Elwood Macoubrie J. W. Dickerson

Hearing Set For Final Settlement Of Nora B. Harrison Estate

In Franklin County Kansas Nora B. Harrison deceased. Opal Blunt Letchworth executrix petitions for final settlement and approval of fees and accounts and for determination of heirs and distribution under the will. Defenses must be filed by February 14, 1961 at 1:30 PM in Ottawa Court. Anderson and Byrd represent the executrix.

State of Kansas Franklin County Nora B. Harrison Opal Blunt Letchworth Executrix Ottawa

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Rummage Sale Auditorium Hawthorne Pta Franklin County Treasurer's Jack Campbell N. Locust Bernhardts Adrian D. Griffin Fred D. Griffin N. Oak Frank V. Gibbons F. J. Gibbons Marine Corps Recruit Depot San Diego Calif McNess N. Sycamore Harry J. Bates Jr Keflavik Iceland Harry J. Bates S. Hickory Snyder Pharmacy Ransom Memorial Hospital Rawleigh Products E. F. Risdon Fred G. Nordstrom Grand Rapids, Mich Fred Nordstrom Ellis Clifford Ingle Midwest Baptist Seminary North Baptist Church A. B. Martin Ottawa University Drake’s Bakery Robert Beeler Beech Ward A-1 Herald Robert J. Lantis Dodge City The Robert “Cappy” McKeonse Cappy Capitol Hill Richard Nixon Capitol Building Wellsville News Marvin Ferguson Richmond Frank O'Neil Ferguson Power Construction Co Ferguson’s Billie Gene Johnny Ray Ronnie Donna Salvation Army Kayette Club Wellsville High School Kaye Werntz Russell J. Werntz Donald L. Keith Lewis Keith Werntz James C. Pool Iowa City Iowa University Hospital W. E. Skilling James Pool J. E. Cain Iowa University Seelen Bill Burgoon Russell Werniz Sr Burgoon Roy Diane Max Wiseman Wellsville Methodist Church Glenn Horst Horst and Terrill Charles Knight Melvin Booth Paul Pentz Iola Alfred Miller Spencer Gard Fred L. Coleman Garnett E. J.stith Wellsville Baptist Church Crescent Club Dollie Hill James Nabors Harold Good Thomas Hart Benton East Associated Press Bet Esnetaes Igtene Iy Charles E. Riley KC Livestock N. O. Reese By Robert Berrellez Joe Downer Legals Virginia Breshears Gleason Gleason, Doty and Logan Jor Towner’s Chapel North Main Anderson & Byrd Lang Pomona Kansas Land Co Raney Drug Store Ottawa Herald Mabel Harry Alcoholica Anonymous Write Future Homes, Inc., Dept Johnson Drive Shawnee Mission, Kansas Gene Rodgers Allen Waldheim 11Th St K.C General Services Thomas O'Dea Henry Alban Aper Conrad Chad Ottawa Herald General Services McCracken H & R Block, Inc Walter George Sheldon Tractor J.D IHC J.D. No Tractor & Imp Leeds Lloyd Neal and Son Willia Msburg Misc Douglas Brothers Maytag Douglas Bros Frigidaire Servel Montgomery Ward Admiral Coronado BEN Hur Kelvinator Maia
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