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Newspaper
Ottawa Herald
Location
Ottawa, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Jan 20, 1965
Page
3
Practical home tip about electrical safety explains that a baseboard circuit typically handles 15 amperes at 120 volts. To determine wattage multiply amperes by volts, helping readers assess if circuits are overloaded and plan safe electrical use.
Home Is Where covers electrical load management by listing wattage from amperes and voltage, guiding circuits to avoid overloads. It also warns bathroom cleaners can mar finishes and suggests testing abrasiveness on glass. The piece notes broader family eating habits with Mom and Pop not doing well.
The January Far and NeareH Club meeting at Williamsburg High School on January 14 opened with the president and roll call. Seven new members joined, and a model meeting judged by leaders from other clubs followed with reports on clothing, safety, conservation, and parliamentary procedure.
The Kansas 4-H citizenship project focuses on developing good citizens through five areas personal development family living 4-H club program the community state nation and worldwide. Over 600 Kansas 4-Hers completed the citizenship project this past year showcasing activities from improving personal habits to hosting international exchanges and coordinating community service.
A nationwide appeal for special blood for 7 year old Nancy Newman of Eau Claire Wisconsin was broadcast via ham radio. Billings Hospital said the patient has adequate supply at present. Nancy, admitted January 11, suffers leukemia and chicken pox. Parents Paul and Corrine Newman were told stations in Eau Claire and Wausau to notify.
Expert George Halazon of Kansas State University warns rats invade homes as cold weather arrives. He cites 50 rats can destroy enough grain to feed a dairy cow for a year, with one rat indicating many more. Poisoning, cleanup, and rat proofing are key, using concrete or metal barriers and anti coagulent baits.
The Greenwood Rockets 4-H Club met at the Greenwood schoolhouse with Joe Reed presiding. Rita Hollinger, Nancy Sauer, Janice Wagner and others judged, pledge, songs, talks, and demonstrations followed. Members initiated, cleanup planned as community project, refreshments served, dancing led by adults.
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