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Newspaper
Ottawa Herald
Location
Ottawa, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Jul 23, 1956
Page
2
Editorial notes voters will decide on a 11th hour amendment allowing personal property tax on motor cars to be paid when license tags are issued. It argues the broader issue of an overdue complete rewrite of Kansas 40 year obsolete constitution and criticizes lack of party and candidate action. It calls for modernization beyond the car tax proposal.
On the first day of the month Parisians pack trains to begin vacation. Bastille Day draws nearly a million more. The city empties and crowds flood back as tourists throng streets, elevators, and famed eateries. Prices rise, yet the cheap subway ride offers a thrifty path to Paris. Choose to roam, bargain, and dine modestly off the beaten path.
The author laments the closure of Ringling Bros Barnum Bailey and Miller Bros circuses, noting only a few wandering shows remain. He reflects on why circuses mattered to older generations, from tent setup to pre show rituals, and recalls childhood memories of working for free tickets and the social spectacle beyond the acts.
A couple sits with a bottle of red wine on the table and intends to let the waiter order. The writer doubts any dish will be poor, predicts it may be outstanding. The price is framed as one-third to one-half of what top-rated places charge.
The obituary notes the death of Rolla R Edgeworth, a remarkable child beloved by Mrs. Edgeworth who mourns after her husband’s recent death. Other items urge enforcement of the game law against out of season chicken shooting, report fall sport interest, and announce Congregational church monthly social meetings starting next Wednesday with an invitation to all.
Henry J a 43 year old executive seeks relief from insomnia and growing dependence on sleeping pills. Dr Crane advises practical steps including jotting tomorrow’s tasks, using an alarm clock, avoiding frustration, reading uplifting material, and praying for guidance. He notes pill dependence is unnecessary and credits quiet nightly routines with restoring rest.
New York column of curious facts lists eye color sunburn risk US population growth, deep oil wells, and the cost of drilling. It notes beliefs about water taste, sleeping positions, and a Lincoln grocery item. Also covers Salem witch trials, dog days, dog star Sirius, marketing name effects, and quotes by Paul Coates.
Prime Minister Nehru arrives in New Delhi after a month of international talks. Officials, diplomats and a throng of well-wishers greet him with a hero’s welcome at the airport.
Ten universities across the nation from Connecticut to California now admit women students to their Air Force Reserve Officer Training Program.
A dense TV and radio schedule fragment lists shows by time, network, and program. Entries include Mickey Mouse Bar None News The Big Payoff Queen for a Day Edge of Night Combat Chuck, science and film features, plus Weather News and sport updates.
Harry Woodring rejects charges of disloyalty leveled by Dan Cain Shawnee County Democratic chairman as unsubstantiated. Cain claimed Woodring split with Roosevelt and sought an independent bid after resigning as secretary of war in 1940. Woodring notes long service under Roosevelt and praises Hoover only for his commission work.
A pedestrian, Eugene Roy Kolen, 27, Coffeyville, was struck and killed Saturday night by a car in a four vehicle collision on U S Highway 169 four miles north of Coffeyville near the Continental Can Co plant. None of the occupants of the cars were injured.
A Vatican magazine written entirely in Latin makes a rare nod to modern commerce by displaying a dollar sign in its subscription notice. It invites readers to Buy or Sell through Want Ads, signaling a soft integration with contemporary market practices while preserving its classical language focus.
News From Richmond Relatives lists major surgery in San Francisco for George Croyle of Whittier California. Hartford couple P A W Becker visit daughter Mrs Raymond Wagner and family. Patty and Billy Kruger of Kansas City stay with grandparents Abe Severns while parents move to Oklahoma City for Civil Aeronautics work. Pfc Marvin Cline spends two weeks leave with parents in Indiana with fiancée Marilyn Meese and family. Eugene Hobson visits from the U S Navy during 12 days leave. Miller and Anthony Nilges visit relatives in Aurora Illinois. Mrs Wayne Riley and son discharged home from Anderson County hospital Friday.
Ray Henry details the growth of the U S Social Security system from its 1935 inception to present, noting OASI coverage, rising beneficiary counts, and projected future expansions. The piece traces key legislative revisions in 1937 1940 1950 1952 and 1954 that broadened eligibility and benefits with figures on current and anticipated future payments.
A religious reflection cites John 17 20 and Jesus prayer in the upper room. It asks God to guard believers from betrayal, to strengthen faith in Christ, and to unite in His love through prayer to the Father.
The piece notes that if Congress follows President Eisenhower's State of the Union request, more people will be brought under the program this year. Readers may write Ray Henry in care of this newspaper about Social Security or retirement problems, enclosing a stamped self addressed envelope and 25 cents.
State Rep. Howard Bentley accuses Gov. Hall administration of excessive pardons and possible influence peddling. He asks Attorney General John Anderson Jr. to investigate, cites parole cases, Hatch Act violations, and use of state autos for political ends. Parole attorney calls any rise due to penitentiary turnover. Federal gas storage figure noted, along with bond advice.
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