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Newspaper
Ottawa Herald
Location
Ottawa, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Jun 07, 1968
Page
4
Lawrence native John Philip Lee, son of Howard and Mrs. Lee of Ottawa, earned a BS in journalism at the University of Kansas and plans a master's in research advertising at KU. His wife, Jane, is a former Herald employee.
Dance at VFW Hall Saturday at 9 00 p m featuring Marvin Ross and the Country Gentlemen. Members and guests invited with advance admission.
LEON B. GRAVES son of Mr and Mrs George Graves Ottawa RFD 4 received his bachelor's degree Monday at the University of Kansas and will attend KU summer session to work toward a master’s in public administration. After the session he will enter active duty with the U S Army.
Community sale June 8 to 10 featuring womens and mens clothing childrens maternity items a guitar amplifier and baby stroller at 1540 S Oak Oak. Local shoppers urged to stop by for bargains and triggers.
Marine Private Kenneth G. Arnett, 21, son of Mr. and Mrs. Philip M. Arnett of Pomona, completed eight weeks of recruit training at the Marine Corps Recruit Depot in San Diego on May 27. He will undergo two to four weeks of individual combat training, then return home on leave before reporting to his first assignment.
A garage sale is set for June 7 and 8 from 9 to 3 at 1030 N Mulberry. Adv.
In air conditioned comfort a dance event features the Lemon Harangue performing with the Purple Haze this Saturday night from 9 to 12. Audience members are invited for a lively music session in a cooled venue.
Terry Murphy former city editor of the Ottawa Herald will become editor of the Chanute Tribune, effective July 1. He graduated from the University of Kansas in 1963, joined Harris newspaper intern program in 1965, worked at the Hawkeye in Burlington Iowa, and later served at the Reporter in Spencer as assistant to the publisher.
Pomona children’s swimming program finalizes registrations by noon Monday. Interested participants must sign up before the deadline at the USD 287 office in Pomona.
Advertises a yard sale on Saturday June 8 from 8 AM to 5 PM at 714 S Oak, inviting shoppers to browse items.
Joe Woodard age 25 of Wichita becomes division manager of the convention and tourism committees for the Wichita Area Chamber of Commerce He is a graduate of Emporia State College Woodard and his wife Glenene daughter of Mr and Mrs Brown have a 7 month old son Brad
Color wedding ad by Mickey of 839 W 5th offering photographic services and wedding coverage.
The Ottawa Garden Club hosts a garden tour Sunday afternoon starting at 1 30 p m gathering on Park street in front of the telephone office After visiting several gardens the tour ends at 1239 S Mulberry St the home of Mr and Mrs Owen Fallowell where refreshments will be served on the patio All interested persons are invited to join the members.
R. E. Boyer remains in satisfactory condition following recent surgery at Santa Fe Hospital Topeka. He is listed in room 435 with ongoing recovery and medical care provided by the hospital staff.
Trinity Methodist Church at 628 N Cedar sponsored a noon Friday picnic to officially close their summer Bible School. Local families and church members attended, marking the program’s completion with a community gathering and light refreshments.
Mrs Elizabeth Thomas 83 Garnett died at home after living in Ottawa and near Princeton. Funeral at Wellsville Sunday with burial in Rock Creek Cemetery. Born Feb 14 1885 in Miami County. Surviving husband Ralph, two grandchildren, 12 great grandchildren, five great great grandchildren, and brother Charles Redenbaugh. Brady and other brief court and police notices follow along with small town incidents and local hazards.
Nine area high school students participating in Boys State at the University of Kansas have been elected to county or state government offices. Staters Steve Williamson and Floyd Kalb were elected State Representatives. Bob Taul, David Gish, and Ronnie Jehle to the Staters' Senate. Rick Bryd elected county attorney and Bill Dieterich as county commissioner. The American Legion sponsored event ends Saturday to study citizenship and mechanics of government through mock city, county and state governments.
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