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Newspaper
Ottawa Herald
Location
Ottawa, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Jul 26, 1958
Page
3
Editorial notes rising electricity use in Ottawa from 1948 to 1958 and a peak summer draw of 101,000 kilowatts. City officials explain planned line enlargements to serve growing demand and urge residents to notify the city before installing major electric appliances to ease worker load and maintain dependable service.
Obituary and tribute piece recalling B D Bennett Ottawa pioneer and creamery president. Highlights his 1905 entry with a $10,000 loan, early losses, and enduring impact as creator of a large independent dairy operation. Credits Bennett with shaping Franklin County as Kansas No 1 dairy region and notes civic and economic influence, with lighter asides on fashion, jokes, and era context.
Dr Molner warns readers about costly patent medicines and “diet supplements” that promise youth and vigor. He notes many are simply vitamin capsules and urges consulting physicians to verify contents. He cautions against flashy brochures selling secret formulas, which often cost far more than reputable products.
Mrs. F. S. Sturdevant reported pallets aging at three months three days. Lyle Kirkland's orchestra with trombonist Bruce Allison slated to play several dances at Rockwood Pavilion on East 15th. Mary Louise Whinn's bicycle was stolen from 404 East 11th. A daughter was born to Mr. and Mrs. David McGhee of Olive Street. Peter Litch displayed milk white matching branches. C. F. Crain rushed to Ireton, Iowa, for his wife's illness while visiting relatives there.
A brief devotional prayer asks for childlike trust in God's kingdom, urging confidence in divine care. It pleads that life’s trials not weaken faith or lessen mercy, concluding in Jesus name.
A dense listing of channel assignments and time blocks for Saturday. Programs span Channel 4 CBS 9 NBC 5 13 4-Film 2:00 5-Theatre 9-Movie 13-Movie plus Westerns, adventures, and variety shows across major networks.
AP dispatch notes Fred Hall, confident in securing the Republican nomination for governor, arguing Republicans must win in November to remain a major party in Kansas. He faulted polls, defended experience, and proposed cuts and efficiency reviews to balance state finances while stressing no new taxes.
A detailed KOFO schedule lists daily time blocks from morning through early evening. Programs include Top of the Morning, News Summaries, Serenade, Ringo, Farm Program, Varsity Drag, and Sports with multiple music blocks and bulletins.
Hall will operate within existing taxes as he campaigns the final week, spending two days in Wyandotte County, three in Wichita, one in Reno County, and a day in his hometown Dodge City. The schedule highlights targeted stops ahead of election day.
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