Accidents and the driver’s hidden motives
Dr. Karl Menninger of the Menninger Foundation argues that pure chance causes far fewer highway deaths than believed. He says accidents reveal a "little murder and a little death by own action" when alcohol fatigue or irritability combine with driving, turning once gentle drivers into Mr Hydes behind the wheel.
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Karl Menninger
Menninger Foundation
Topeka
Dr. Menninger
Dr. Jekylls
Mr. Hydes
This And That Neighbor Scoop
This That Neighbor chronicles light social snippets from a time capsule, noting travel plans, divorce chatter, and dating rumors around Marilyn Monroe and Joe DiMaggio. It playfully ponders age 43 trends, media spoofs, and political quips while weaving in brief jokes about traffic, sports, and uranium drilling.
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Arthur Miller
Marilyn Monroe
Joe Dimaggio
Yankee
From Our Readers Judge Not in a Tragic Ottawa Death
A reader letter condemns biased reporting in the Ottawa Herald about a young man killed in a south of town car crash. It argues for fair treatment of all involved, urging respect for the deceased and to withhold judgment, citing St Matthew 7:1. The writers sign Gary D. Maxwell and John Haudashelt.
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Ottawa Herald
Ottawa
Gary D. Maxwell
John Haudashelt
LeLoup
Auld Lang Syne 235 Years Ago in Ottawa
Ottawa area brief notes report visiting ministers and locals. The Ottawa Ministerial Association toured Baldwin to view the Quayle Bible collection. Miss Naomi Dutro, night operator, was ill in Halstead hospital. M. C. Hume and A. P. Elder traveled to Topeka on business. Rev. Peter Pierson preached at the Swedish Mission Church. J. H. Wake of Bellon, Missouri bought the Warren Conway farm, a 60 acre property southeast of Ottawa at 82.50 per acre. Eggs fell to 16 cents a dozen in Ottawa.
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Naomi Dutro
Southwestern Bell Telephone Company
Halstead
Peter Pierson
Topeka
5Th and
Cedar
J. H. Wake
Bellon
Warren Conway
Ottawa
Avoid Back Injury by Lifting With Legs and Good Posture
Tips from a health column on avoiding back pain emphasize posture and proper lifting. Keep the back straight, bend the legs to lift, and use leg muscles to bear the load. Poor posture shifts strain to back muscles and can cause lasting injuries. Also includes reader questions about protein and kidney disease, clarifying gelatin does not cause kidney issues, and notes a pronunciation correction and a leaflet offer for arthritis help.
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D.S
Prayer Reflection on Love and Sacrifice
A short devotional excerpt cites John 15 12 13 and thanks Jesus for love and sacrifice. It requests guidance to cherish God's word daily and to love one another, ending with Amen.
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Jesus
Television Schedule Snapshot for Wednesday Evening
A dense programming list shows a full night of 1950s television with a mix of dramas news and cartoons. Highlights include Wagon Train High Noon Captain Kangaroo Treasure era programs and various news and talk segments featuring Harold Mack Don Harrison Gordon Jump and Douglas Edwardes.
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Harold Mack
Cochise
Don Harrison
Monta
New Centennial Show Won't Be A World Shaker
In New York NBC launches The Americans a Civil War era hour long series for its centennial year. If the first episode is typical it will not be an earth shaking television achievement. It promises to be one more of those programs with limited impact.
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United States
Kansas
New York
NBC
South
This Evening's TV Highlights and Civil War TV Debate
A fragmentary TV listings page notes channels and programs from 6300 to 1330, mentioning Ozzia, Perry Como, The Americans, and Aquanauts. It discusses how The Americans uses Civil War backdrop to test TV’s willingness to upset audiences, with commentary on sponsorship and network sensitivities. The piece reflects era concerns about controversy, audience tastes, and the balance of entertainment with sensitive history.
Truman Reflects On White House Tour And Plaque
In Kansas City AP report, former President Truman recalls touring the White House last Saturday with church men, praising the current tone and a courteous reception. He notes a photograph covering a plaque listing builders from his era and suggests Kennedy adjust it, as Truman’s name tops the plaque.
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Sansas City
Harry
Truman
White House
Kennedy
Ottawa Herald subscription rates and masthead data
The Ottawa Herald lists publication details and subscription pricing. Rates for trade area by mail: one month 86 cents, three months 2.00, six months 3.78, one year 9.00. Outside trade area by mail: one month 1.80, three months 4.38, six months 8.00, one year 15.00. Kansas sales tax applies. Associated Press member information and masthead noted.
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Maln
Ottawa
Kansas
Robert B. Wallington
Amy Shedaker
Associated Press
Papar Aa Well Ag al AP
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Dev Nelson
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Nelson
Perry Camo
Eileen
Peter Loves
Mary
Steele
Jack Paar
Star
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Dew Neleon
Biz Shaw
West
Chris Condon
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Captain Kangaroo
Kansas City
Jack la Lanne
Todd
Clear Horizon
Guiding Light
Accent Rat
Jan Murray Feld
Loretta Young
Toune Dr Malone
Hadeon
Daddy Say
Reughier
Holywood
S—Eary Show
Olaf Soward
Ora
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Spors
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Douglas Edward
Outlaws
Family Classics
Gustward Ho
Angel
Bat Masterson
Zane Grey
Real McCoys
Witness Coronado
Ernie Ford
S—Untouchables
CBS Reports
Death Valley Days
Jack Faar
Five Star Theater
Five
Tiger and
Movietime
U.S.A
6300
Channel 9
Ozzia
Harriet
Ichise
Channel 4
Perry Como
Peggy Lee
Shelley Berman
Channel 5
Robinson Koyote
Nework TV
Aj Network
Josh
Dane Clark
Fred Astaire
Eleanor Powell
Dean Berlin
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Saba
Dark
Alaska
Midnight Lace
G. I. Blues
Butterfield
Ben Hur
Swiss Family Robinson
Rambler Excellence
Rambler
King
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