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Newspaper
Ottawa Herald
Location
Ottawa, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Jul 17, 1958
Page
2
Editorial urges quick action on a Kansas ballot water conservation amendment. It notes the state’s current condition with abundant water, fears a hot period could alter prospects, and argues voters should separate this amendment from the controversial right-to-work issue to approve needed funding for internal improvements and water projects.
Ottawa accepted low bids totaling 166514 dollars for four flood control river works tied to the Marais des Cygnes project. Fifteen bids from nine firms were submitted, yielding about 38 thousand dollars under engineers estimates.
A reader asks if tin specks from open cans are harmful. Experts say tiny specks may be organic residue or micro tin, but pose no dietary danger. If slivers are large enough to cut, replace the opener. The column covers diabetes in children, alcoholism myths, and fungus infection concerns with practical medical guidance.
Prayer asks for strength to sing God's praise amid hardship. It pleads for faith hope and love to radiate from the heart and ends with Amen in the name of Christ.
A witty note from the St. Marys Star cites Tornadoes driving politicians from front pages and causing disruption. The Altoona Tribune recalls rural romances starting with corn and ending with a crib. The Atchison Globe quips that even millionaires face requests for lawnmowers and eggs.
Kansas City AP reports that outdoor summer dramas are growing as big business with high production values. Producer Richard H. Berger of Starlight Theater cites their appeal, budget, and broad six state audience, noting rain as the season’s chief risk and that patrons travel up to 500 miles for top acts.
A cluttered page lists varied program slots from cartoon to news and sports across many times and channels. Entries mention Mickey, Gr'teh't, World and Weather segments, with numerous program titles and unidentified shifts, reflecting a fragmented TV guide excerpt.
New York talent scouts see potential for a Broadway style show with summer theaters embracing new talent. The Starlight Theater announces the world premiere of a new musical comedy titled Mark Twain. Critics from New York and Chicago attended the opening, noting strong potential despite high costs.
A partial OCR of a radio station schedule lists time slots for KOFO with Top of the Morning segments, News Summary, Church Notes, Record Reviews, Around Town, Saturday Serenade, and Farm Program, noting program names and times. It references personalities like Guy Lombardo and Erret P Scriyoner and includes repeated News Summary entries.
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