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Newspaper
Ottawa Herald
Location
Ottawa, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Jul 16, 1958
Page
2
A Franklin County reader laments repeated crop damage from heavy rains hail and winds that drown small grain corn soybeans and hay. Prices dip as harvest falters and farmers scramble with temporary wheat bins while weather and markets hinder recovery.
The passage recalls multiple regional upheavals from Indonesia to Cuba to Algeria and the Middle East, noting revolts in Egypt and Lebanon with U S Marines deployed there. It questions Russia's possible intervention as the crisis spreads, drawing parallels to past Korea era police actions and speculating on future U S responses.
A fragmented column notes soda fountains fading from drug stores and the social role of coffee breaks. A Topeka talkathon holder spoke for 93 hours without a clear topic while other items joke about hair stylists and public manners. The piece ends with miniature golf’s comeback threat to street corners.
Dr Molner discusses underarm perspiration remedies including anti perspirants pads and noting nervous factors. He cautions about drug use without supervision and suggests seeking medical advice for persistent sweating. He also covers tattoo removal, bladder relaxation, and urges readers to consult doctors for medical concerns.
A 25 year look back notes Emmet King of Pomona driving a new car. Clark Gable and Jean Harlow were playing at the Strand Theater in Hold Your Man. T J Plaschka of Ottawa area was bitten by a copperhead. Will Kyle Bailey Johnson and Dr Nein stedt visited Ottawa for Le Loup picnic attendance. Ottawa youths drove to Woodley for an ice cream social including Ernest Fredericks Ransom Bennett Max Ewart Nate Hartshorn Howard Gray Dan Dean Eunice Bennett Mersal Sullivan Rebecca Robison Eula Miller Mary Lindquist Carrie Dean Ruth Lawrance Anna Lindquist Ada Vincent Miriam Morgan.
A devotional prayer asks for daily service in showing Thy love. The supplicant seeks joy of heart to sing Thy praise with the heavenly choir to honor Thy greatness, love, and salvation for Jesus' sake.
Pieces from the Atchison Glove and Florence Bulletin joke on earnings and taxes. A young man begins with less than his father, while an old saying turns toward taxes biting early risers.
A dense listing shows Channel 4, NBC Channel 5 13, CBS Channel 8, and ABC schedules with programs and times across a full day. Entries include news, weather, sports, dramas, cartoons, game shows, and late-night offerings, with many station and program overlaps.
Ark City Industries formed two years ago to lure industry to Arkansas City builds a 140 by 220 foot steel plant. The company, now awaiting a tenant, used stock sales to finance the project and cites rail access highways and nearby river options as favorable. The facility aims to be ready for interior work once a tenant is found.
Washington AP says Senate floor debate begins on a reciprocal trade extension bill with a five year extension and new tariff cut power for the President. Admin foes seek to strip a clause limiting executive authority in escape clause cases, aiming to restore House language.
Kansas City AP piece outlines Midwestern traits like steadiness, politeness, humor, and weather focus. It notes a calm, practical approach, dislike of hysteria, and strong home pride. The portrait contrasts with coastal panics and highlights daily work, small talk, and loyalty to place.
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