River scare ends safely as boys boat home
In Ottawa on a misty Wednesday morning a river search followed rumors that two boys might have drowned in the Marais des Cygnes. Police checked a small boat and area, found the tale unfounded, and learned the youths had been boating and walked home, thanks to water safety instruction from the Recreation Commission and Forest Park instructors who ease children into swimming and lessen fear of water.
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Ottawa
Marais Des Cygnes
Recreation Commission
Forest Park
Welfare shoppers face curbs on luxuries in Shawnee County
The Shawnee County welfare advisory committee halted purchases of air conditioners and televisions for welfare clients, except in special cases. The move raises questions about what constitutes a necessity and how far a needs only policy should extend, with case workers to assess individual circumstances.
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Shawnee
Shawnee County
Rail tariffs baffle travelers and staff in mixed reviews
A reader notes tariff complexity confuses conductors and ticket sellers, with reports of being charged too much or too little on trips. The piece jokes about upcoming air conditioning cars and window shades, and ends with a quip about a dog food mishap and a dreamy pet.
Farcical Fragments On TV, Penguins, and Public Cues
A collage of light quips note TV reruns and humor about penguins and actor quips. It laments summer viewing, jokes about fashion, and recalls Woodrow Wilson’s era, a 1939 World Fair, and a Supreme Court obscenity ruling with a wry, era voice.
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Supreme Court
Prayer for Today faith grace strengthens in weakness
Prayer text cites II Corinthians with grace sufficient and strength in weakness. It asks God to grant wisdom to resist temptation and courage to follow His will, recognizing divine watchful care and ending in the Redeemer's name Amen.
Clipped Quips From Kansas Promoters Lure Tourism
A Kansas scene features promoters pushing tourism with a playful motto about keeping Kansas green to bring money. Brief local humor snippets from Lawrence Journal-World Augusta Gazette and Dighton Herald reflect lighthearted exchanges and a crafts book quip about turning pennies into half dollars.
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Kansas
Lawrence Journal-World
Ima
Augusta Gazette
Dighton Herald
Auld Lang Syne Revisited And Local Incidents
Auld Lang Syne 25 Years Ago notes Rev. L Frank Waring preached in Osage City at union services after serving as pastor of the Osage City Methodist Church before Ottawa First Methodist. A calf crash near Princeton damaged Adrian Moon’s car. the calf was thrown into traffic and Moon’s car swerved into a ditch. A tyapewriter was stolen from Attorney W S Jenks office. Santa Fe official R A Crews returned to work after illness. 50 Years Ago Norwood Christian Church held its 21st ice cream social. bachelor club group formed in Ottawa amid wives away for summer. Fritz Barner shipped a mounted black bear to Lola friends.
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L. Frank Waring
Osage City
Union
Methodist
Ottawa First
Norwood Christian Church
Ottawa Herald Subscription Rates Detailed
The Ottawa Herald lists daily publication details and editor Guy Snedaker. It outlines subscription rates for trade area and outside trade area by mail, including one month, three months, six months, and one year options.
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S. Main
Ottawa
Kas
Robert B. Wellington
Guy Snedaker
Television Programs Channel Lineup Mentioned CBS and ABC
A brief listing notes Channel 13 CBS and Channel 9 ABC with Life You Wight allies referenced, detailing network placements and program alignment on the television grid.
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CBS
Radio Schedule Highlights for July 18 19 and 20
A glance at daily broadcast lineups across stations WDAF KCMO KTJO KTIO FM and CMIC for Thursday July 18 through Saturday July 20. Programs include News World Tonight Boxings Amos n Andy Jamboresa Grad Ole Opry and Jazz shows with hosts Morgan Beatty Bob Sanders and Bob Hope among others.
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Miss Brooks
Bob Crosby
Dr. N. Ventor
WDAF
KCMO
Morgan Beatty
Bob Sanders
Bob Hope
Rusty Draper
Ktjo-Fm
Sparta
Rob J. Q. Lewis
KTJO
Amos ‘N' Andy
KTIO
CMO
Robt
Q. Lewis
Amos 'N
Andy
Boston
Blackie
Pickworth
Secret Mail Of Youth Remembered
A nostalgic reflection on growing up in New York and the thrill of secret mail. The writer recalls impulse to answer magazine ads, the dream of ventriloquism, and attempts to mail-order self-improvement schemes, including a lute of youthful curiosity and the postman’s bemused role in this era.
Dad Is Key To Youth's Problem
Dr Crane urges fathers to actively coach and play with sons before age ten to build skills and character. He cites Johnny R. left out of baseball teams and stresses dads must teach swimming biking and fishing, and not rely on others. He warns busy fathers, offers a 200 point test for good parents, and notes letters to The Hopkins Syndicate for the test.
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DR. Crane
Crane
Hopkins Syndicate
Melott
Ind
Postage and a Postman Sparked a Boy's Love of Learning
A reflective piece recalls how the U S postal service shaped a boy's curiosity and study habit. The author recounts early stamps, a lost letter about a private home bust enhancement, and a disrupted correspondence that ended with a stricter mail ritual. Algebra’s value is noted as guidance in later moments.
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U.S. Postal Service
British Plane Hits High Speed Record Hint
In Warton England Britain's new English Electric Pi fighter reportedly surpassed the existing world air speed record of 1192 miles per hour though officials could not confirm the exact speed for security reasons. The Pi, a day and night all weather interceptor, is in RAF production and the record remains unofficial as the Delta 2 retains the title.
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Warton
England
Britain
Royal Air Force
Desensitize That Itch in Just 15 Minutes
An advertisement for ITCH-ME claims instant itch relief in minutes for eczema, insect bites, and surface rashes. The product promises instant drying and germ-killing action, with a 40¢ money back guarantee and limited availability at Blair Pharmacy.
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Blair Pharmacy
Open Bids On Water System For Williamsburg
Williamsburg officials received bids from 13 firms for the town water system project. Consulting engineers F. E. Devlin Associates, Wichita, will study the bids and advise next steps. The system includes wells near Tequa Creek, an elevated storage tank, and distribution lines.
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Williamsburg
F. E. Devlin
Governor Starts Over To Fill Barber Board Post
The governor’s office restarts the process to fill a seat on the State Board of Barber Examiners after finding Mike Yacich did not meet the five years of practical barbering experience required by law. Yacich had been a licensed Kansas barber for about one year and was recommended by the Wyandotte County Democratic organization.
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Topeka
State Board of Barber Examiners
Gene Sullivan
George Docking
Mike Yacich
Kansas City
Sullivan
Yacich
Kansas
Wyandotte
Democratic Organization
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King Features Syndicate, Inc
South Pole
Society
Woodrow Wilson
Golden Hollar
Wellington
New York
Adrian Moon
Princeton
Moon
W. S. Jenks
R. A. Crews
Santa Fe Freight Office
Fritz Barner
Lola
Speciman
The
Ottawa Herald
Roo
Wight
Channel
ABC
Mickey Mouge
Tpecate de Margie
Laurel Hardy
Hickok
Phog Allen
Jimmie Dean
Jimmy Dean
C. Kang
Garry
Faith
Guilidg
Ilite
Dinah Shore
Sgt Preston
Lone Ranger
Annie Oakley
NBC News
People's-Chee
Cummings
Frontier Trio
Playhouse 90
Enterprise
Danny Thomas Bis
Compass
Climax
Focus
Dragnet
Crusader
Annapolis
Little Margie
Maxwell
Ole Kansas
Mickey Mouse Bill
Helen O'Conlll
Rin Tin Tin
Capt. Grief
NBC News 7300
Mr. Adams
Playhouse
Crossroads
KC Sportlight
Federal Men
Kartoons
Whirlybirds
West Point
Destiny
West
Marshal
Angels
WDAPF
World Tonight
Wdaf—News
U. S
Senc
George W. Crane
Johnny R
Johnny
YMCA
Boy Scout
Ers
Monster
Kronos
Regalscope
Jeff Morrow
Barbara Lawrence
John Emery
Tne
Het West A Sagat Films
Ee Ian G
Channel 5
Kcmo-Tv
Western Auto
PTT
Lhd
United Actiote
James Stewart
Lucky Lindy
Spirit of
St.louis
Pacstorey
Warner Drs
M Cohemascope
Galidom
Hime
Rena
Billy Milder
Wendell Mayes
Matinee
Warnercolor
Cutie
Tenais
Alan Ladd
Mayo
Obriet
O'Brien
Luc Marlow
Starin
Anthony Dick Dexter
Long Reed
Columbia
Technicolor
Sam Snyder
KLWN
Lawrence
Haskell Stadium
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