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Newspaper
Ottawa Herald
Location
Ottawa, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Jul 05, 1957
Page
5
Williamsburg plans for Jayhawker Days include a teen age dance July 11 and 12, windows and exhibits, a new checker tournament for boys and girls with prizes, and age based contest groups. The event aims to surpass prior celebrations with varied features and community activities.
Traffic fatalities climbed on the second day of the four day holiday with 164 deaths. Another 94 people drowned and 54 died in miscellaneous accidents, bringing total fatalities to 284 as experts urge drivers to be extra careful on the road.
Kansas forecast shows warmer conditions this afternoon tonight and Saturday with highs from mid 90s. Overnight lows in the 60s. Yesterday’s high was 80 and record highs and lows noted. River stage near 2.49 feet. Fans ad for Doug Jax Bros. 178 c 21.
In Moscow the Soviet army accuses four deposed Kremlin leaders of treachery and undermining defenses. Red Star reports grave charges against Kaganovich with hints of possible legal action, while Zhukov pledges unity and defense of the state. Reports from Warsaw of alleged house arrests for Molotov Malenkov and Kaganovich remain unconfirmed.
Barbara Bennett a five year old girl fell from a dam on Rock Creek near Rockwood Acres as children played on the dam at 15th Street crossing. Her father and uncle Jack Bennett pulled her from the water after she disappeared beneath the surface. she is reported in satisfactory condition.
John Hickman of Ottawa admitted to a first degree bank robbery near Orrick Missouri after being captured hours later. Judge Arthur W. Rogers of Richmond Missouri will sentence him on Saturday. The report notes later corrections and mentions upcoming price listings for the Western Auto Store.
Kansas suffers heavy harvest rains lowering state output. projected drop of up to 50 million bushels from last year, with Texas and Oklahoma affected. Despite weather, officials foresee no sharp price rise as ample on-hand supply buffers. Kansas wheat prices rose modestly to around 1.95 per bushel in June while harvest progress resumes after floods.
Wheat trucks roll to Franklin County elevators as a few sunny days post heavy rains aid harvest. Grain men report moisture during ripening lowering quality to 56 57 and occasional 58 test weights. Smaller grain grasps and reduced yields per acre follow the adverse weather. Spring 1957 started with promise for farmers despite the damage.
Ottawa officials defend a San Francisco engine study trip and direct distance dialing rollout. They accuse the Herald editor of misinformation while detailing bid specs, area codes, and planned costs for a city investment and future dial conversion.
A Lyndon family of four escaped a second story window as their burning farm home was destroyed near Lyndon Kansas. The Lippert family, awakened by their son, jumped onto a mattress after the roof and structure were engulfed, with the father suffering minor burns and all others unharmed.
Ransom Memorial Hospital announced a July 7 rate increase. Administrator Walter Coburn cited higher salaries dressings, linens, and misc costs rising from 15 to 18 percent. Private rooms rise to 13 14 dollars, semi private to 11 50, ward beds to 9, nursery to 4 with nursing and meals included.
No petitions of remonstrance have been received regarding the establishment of a Franklin County mental health clinic. County commissioners approved a resolution, published June 21, setting a 30 day remonstrance period. A 4 mill levy on the county’s $40 million valuation would raise about $10,000 yearly for the clinic.
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