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Newspaper
Ottawa Herald
Location
Ottawa, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Jul 30, 1956
Page
2
An editorial argues for rejecting a $50,000 direct obligation bond for airport improvements in Lawrence arguing the sum is too small for meaningful modernization. It mocks a Class C airport, suggesting instead designating a municipal lot as a heliport to provide rapid Kansas City connections and spur private enterprise.
An expert warns that running barefoot in hot weather can deform young feet and cause injury. The piece contrasts southern risks of ringworm with northern dangers of bruises and infections, then argues modern children rarely go barefoot yet misses the simple freedom of walking barefoot, noting economic reasons and timeless appeals of the practice.
The Ottawa community anticipates livelier times as Ottawa hotels report a peak travel week, a public library study begins, L Leopold returns to open a barber shop, and a wood scarcity prompts calls for wood traffic. A curious note about Sam Rohrbaugh and a mention of a small building on the Court House square appear among local tidbits.
An assortment of biting witticisms on work time politics and daily life. The piece jokes about 19 minutes of profit in an eight hour day and coffee breaks, illinois finances, gender roles at summer socials, aging versus youth in driving, breakfast routines, currency shrinking, Marilyn Monroe, and staying home to avoid salesmen.
A collection of curious vignettes from a New York columnist’s mailbox reveals playful trivia. Notable items include a nonfattening ice cream zone patent, deer tears as medicine in the Middle Ages, vending machines serving a full meal, and the mind bending claim that 10 million weather calculations are needed for a 24 hour forecast. Other bits compare dental decay among national groups, global light circuits, domestic painting habits, and ancient Turkish bartending lore. The piece closes with reflections on American home conversations, a parakeet owning trend, Alexander the Great’s sleep pattern, and Frankie Laine on the costs of aging fun.
Dr Crane argues adoption records show strong family bonds and that crime inheritance is a myth. He urges readers to adopt, notes love and ethical upbringing matter most, and promotes his 200 point Tests for Good Parents with a small fee.
A fire and undetermined cause shattered a Frisco freight car in La Crosse Kansas. The blast from bottled oxygen inside the car threw debris and flames over 100 feet into the air. No injuries were reported as the freight car passed through town.
Fragmentary listing shows a July 30 schedule across stations KTJO KMBC WDAF and others with news weather film and variety programs including News at 6 6:15 7 8 pm and late night shows plus sports and special features featuring actors Doug Edwards Vic Damone and Alan King among others.
Adel F Throckmorton Wichita Republican seeks a fifth term as superintendent of public instruction without primary opposition. A veteran educator, he has held many roles and served in WWI and WWII military intelligence. His wife Kay studied law with him. they graduated in 1949. Joseph W Henkle Great Bend lumber dealer runs for Democratic lieutenant governor with Ewell Stewart opposing in the primary. He has chaired the 5th District Democratic committee for two years.
Ronald T. Ramsey, 32, unopposed for the Democratic nomination for state superintendent of public instruction, has served as superintendent of Monument consolidated schools for three years after moving from Ensign where he held the same post. He previously taught at Hill City, is a Ft. Hays State College graduate, married with three children, and his parents live in Fredonia.
John B. McCuish 49 of Newton seeks another term as lieutenant governor, facing Lester C. Arvin of Wichita. He has chaired Harvey County Republicans since 1932, led Kansas Tax Commission, directed Eisenhower campaign in Kansas, and served in state committee roles. A World War II veteran, he ran a Newton weekly newspaper before focusing on oil interests.
Ewell Stewart a Topeka area Democrat appears on the Aug 7 primary ballot for lieutenant governor. Stewart, known as an estate man, has a checkered bid history including runs for U S Senate and governor. He faces Joseph W Hen kle Sr of Great Bend. Stewart previously held a Congressional nomination in 1950 but lost in the general election. Holiday runabout tickets offer weekly rail travel with pets and devices allowed. The 1949 forest fires burned 15 million acres, the smallest annual loss in years.
Lester C. Arvin, a 33-year-old Wichita attorney, challenges incumbent John B. McCuish for the Republican nomination. Arvin notes his combat service in the South Pacific with the 27th Infantry as part of his campaign background.
A widow in Atlanta learns her monthly Social Security payments hinge on a legally recognized marriage. Georgia honors common law, but state recognition varies. If a marriage isn’t legally recognized where the claim is filed, benefits may be denied. consult the local Social Security office or a lawyer, and mail Ray Henry with questions.
Prayer text invoking God as King of Creation asks to hear His voice in all works of His hands and to lead to greater appreciation of power and love through Jesus. Includes a self addressed envelope and 28 cents in coin.
Ed Sullivan will be paid $6,000 for three Elvis Presley guest appearances, the largest single-star fee ever. NBC says this pushes fees up, prompting other stars to demand similar pay. Bob Richards portrays himself in Leap To Heaven at Cavalcade Theater. CBS assigns five Chicago police to motorcycle courier duty during the Democratic Convention. Former Postmaster General James A. Farley writes in TV Guide Convention Issue endorsing TV as delegate discipline. Warner Brothers reissues 754 classic features including 48 Bette Davis titles and many others. Danny Thomas remains in a cast for a month delaying Make Room For Daddy. Webb Foley debuts as a country singer, not to be confused with Webb Pierce or Red Foley.
Eddie Machen of Redding California, a heavyweight rising prospect, extended his knockout streak to ten consecutive wins after debuting with ten straight knockouts and achieving his 15th career victory by stopping Nino Valdes in their bout.
Jockey Tony DeSpirito won three of the four Laurel stakes races offered during the 1955 spring meet Buy or Sell through Want Ads.
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