Editorial on Charles marriage prospects and royal bride prospects
The piece argues that royal tradition limits Charles to marrying within Protestant royalty, noting dwindling eligible matches since World War I. It observes few potential brides in Europe and suggests public opinion may favor greater freedom in Charles's marriage choice, similar to Prince Rainier. It warns that royals are a passing institution and highlights evolving views on royal marriages.
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Prince Charles
Prince Rainier
This and That: Segregation in Basketball and Dinner Etiquette
A reader suggests segregating teams by height in basketball, noting few competitive games without relying on exceptional players. The piece also ponders dinner etiquette at high priced fundraisers, asking whether 10 or 15 percent tip is appropriate for waiters at $100 plates.
Quips and Quirks in a Patchwork of 1950s Notes
A jumble of wry observations touches on motherhood, car repairs, polar exploration, Soviet claims, Eisenhower policy, Hoover’s poultry quip, soil banks, and General Ridgway’s memoirs. The tone blends satire with public figures and everyday life while highlighting self aware commentary.
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Ridgway
After All Random Thoughts by Elm Column
Three million six four thousand people wed in the United States last year, about 1 532 000 marriages, with 1955 showing a slight rise over 1954 but below 1953. The piece muses on weddings, babies, and cheeky take on cafeteria coffee breaks, dieting boasts, climate trends, and household decor asides, ending with a note on conventional home colors.
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United States
Telephone Company
Town items from distant years in Ottawa county
A compact retrospective notes past county happenings including bad roads in the county fifteen years ago, frigid weather in Ottawa, W G Ransom selling a bull to Alfred Walters of Paola, an eighty pound wolf killed near Princeton twenty five years ago, forty hens stolen from Willis DeGarmo farm nine miles northeast of town, J W Sutton opening an auto body and furniture shop at 215 Main, overcrowded public schools fifty years ago, Daughters of the King meeting with Mrs P R Moise, and Owen Young expected home from Waverly today.
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C. G. Niehaus
Ottawa
W. G. Ransom
Alfred Walters
Paola
Princeton
Willis DeGarmo
J. W. Sutton
Main
King
P. R. Moise
Owen Young
Waverly
National Laugh Foundation lists Year's Ten Best Jokes
National Laugh Foundation releases its annual report listing the ten best jokes of the year. The document mocks public figures and trends, citing quips about Dulles and cultural obsessions. It notes National Laugh Week begins April 2 and highlights Fernanda Montel and Hildegarde as cultural voices.
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National Laugh Foundation
New York
Bready
Try This Sometime
Ever try the water displacement method of measuring shortening when your cup sizes don’t match. Fill to 11 cups, remove water equal to shortening, then add pieces of shortening until water returns to 11 cup line. Wrap sandwiches tightly in waxed paper and cover with a damp towel to store in the refrigerator for freshness.
Feared Birth Of Her First Child
Molly G. a 24 year old expecting her first baby seeks Dr George W Crane guidance. The piece discusses common pregnancy fears, the impact on marriage, and stresses regular check ups, avoiding viewing pregnancy as a medical specimen, and usual labor durations. It notes cervical dilation as a cue for delivery timing and mentions Crane's contact for further information. A brief geographic note identifies the Licking River’s path from Kentucky to the Ohio River.
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Crane
iThe Hocking Syndicate
Melott
Ind
The
Hopkins Syndicate, Inc
Ottawa Kansas Editor Publisher Faces Changes
Partial readable text shows Ottawa Kansas newspaper staff roles including editor publisher managing editor and mechanical superintendent. Indicates possible staffing adjustments or appointments at the paper with names omitted due to fragment.
Buckskin Billy and Dinah Shore on TV Programs Almanac
Buckskin Billy and Dinah Shore headline a varied TV lineup with shows like Mickey Mouse Almanac and World Report. News Caravan anchors the schedule, offering a mix of entertainment and information across the broadcast week.
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World Report
Dinah Shore
Radio Schedule Fragments Hit Local Listings Terse and Fragmented
A partially legible broadcast grid shows Thursday January events with KTJO KMBC WDAF and other stations listing dinner music news and showtimes. The lines mix hosts like Morgan Beatty and Fibber McGee with gaps and stray times. The Churches Invite You to Their Services.
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KMBC
WRAF
WDAF
Morgan Beatty
Showtime
Wes Poaren Gildersiieve
Sound Mirror
WDAP
Dick Jockey
KMBOC
Newa
Nmdward
Morgan Wdaf
Rantoul Rural girls sweep Pomona teams on home court
Rantoul Rural High School girls won both games against Pomona on their home court with B team 23 to 15 and A team 43 to 12. They travel to face Vinland Friday in the Rantoul gymnasium, while the boys A team also has a game.
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Rantoul Rural, High School
Pomona
Rantoul’s Court
Rantoul Girls
Vinland
Rantoul Gymnasium
C. D. Springer
Paola
C. R. Springer
Miami County Hospital
Wayne Ludwig
L. M. Watkins
F. C. Hermesmeyer
Leo Blackstone
Dwight Rodgers
Kansas City
Floyd Jackson
W. H. Rodgers
Rantoul Rural High School
Prayer for Upper Avon reads as humble call to know Christ
A devotional excerpt petitions Jesus to reveal Himself personally so speakers may help others see and understand Him. It closes with praise and a Christ centered request in Jesus name for daily service and guidance.
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Jesus Christ
Grimmtown Visitors and Weekend Guests Listed
Other guests at the Willie Grimm home included Mr. and Mrs. A. W. Peterson and family from Osa watomie, with Eddie Jarrett staying a few days. Mr. and Mrs. George Pope of Ottawa visited Sunday with her parents, Mr. and Mrs. Grant Catterson.
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Willie Grimm
A. W. Peterson
Osawatomie
Calvin Grimm
Eddie Jarrett
Grimm
George Pope
Ottawa
Grant Catterson
Baby Larry Lee born in Garnett Hospital
Albert and SIZE, Independence, Mo., are proud parents of Larry Lee born January 19 at Garnett Hospital. Joanie Huettenmueller, 16 months, ill since September, was taken to K V U Medical Center. Several local families gathered for dinners and visits while Slavens Beverage Co. employees attended a convention in Omaha. An Oklahoma orphanage sent a thank you letter to Greeley telephone operators, noting a joyful Christmas. Barney Roeckers of Clyde, Mo., died Sunday. his daughter and caregiver, Bernard Roeckers and Mrs Lawrence Zimmer, were with him.
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Albert Lee Sizemore
Independence
Garnett Hospital
Larry Lee
Freddie Huettenmueller
Kansas City
Joanie
K. VU. Medical Center
Frank Jack
Frank Bennett
Harry Frost
Garnett
la Coyt Gerhold
Glen Schammer
James Dassing
Omaha
Slavens Beverage Co
Osawatomie
Greeley
Bacane
Okla
Fireside Toasted Marshmallow S’more Prompt
A simple treat for kids features a toasted marshmallow and a square of milk chocolate sandwiched between two graham crackers for a nostalgic campfire snack.
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