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Newspaper

Ottawa Herald

Location

Ottawa, Kansas, United States of America

Date

Mar 15, 1956

Page

2

Britain’s Cyprus policy flaws threaten its empire stance

Editorial argues Britain's handling of Cyprus worsens Greek unrest and fuels independence demands. It criticizes late, insufficient reforms and the exile of Archbishop Makarios as counterproductive, warning the empire may need broad liberties for Cypriots despite military risks.

Great Britain Cyprus Britain Makarios Mediterranean Ufeline Egypt Europe

This and That Notable Oddities and Their Wry Take

A collage of quirky items reports on a Kansas City youth with a dubious record and varied misadventures, plus lighter tidbits from Los Angeles thefts, Florida hotel tipping trends, Kansas City office building elevator shortfall, basketball players turning to farming use, and the fading fortunes of hot rod news.

Ottawa Echoes of Past Through Fledgling Times

Auld Lang Syne recaps recall events from Ottawa area history. 1 5 years ago large flocks of ducks and geese were seen over Ottawa. John Sullivan aged 83 known as the Sage of Tally Creek died at the county infirmary. James Kyle of Wellsville and Irvin Bronson of Richmond were drafted. 25 years ago Edmund Williams of Ottawa wrote music for a University of Kansas play. A 1927 Chrysler owned by Austin Showen was stolen last night. George B. Ross of Ottawa named state grain inspector. 50 years ago J H Rice moved his real estate office to 1205 Main. Carrie Murphy of Ottawa won second in the state essay contest. Carl Masters Clarence Olt Ora Robinson entered county corn contest.

Modern education shifts to radio based study in schools

A visit to a school shows pupils concentrate while listening to radio or hi fi. They spell by memorization, study Latin informally, and learn current events. Latin lessons refer to Latin phrases in English and a panel cartoon. Cooking and sewing are taught, girls lack basic cooking knowledge, and parental visits are discouraged by pupil embarrassment.

Red Rooms and Women in Sports Shape Office Life

A Chicago designer urges bright red powder rooms to curb gossip and boost efficiency, while Oklahoma City police plan piped music in the traffic bureau. The piece notes rising female participation in U S sports equipment buying with wartime and postwar shifts, including women buying 25 percent of golf gear and 35 percent of bowling equipment.

Lee Kelly Chicago Kelly America Irving Mages

Wichita Leads National Red Cross Drive

Sedgwick County chapter topped the annual funds drive surpassing the $297,236 goal by $2,000. Chapter manager Thomas Irving said workers exceeded the target as congratulatory messages arrived from Frederick Laise in St Louis and Joseph Stewart in Kansas City, Mo., reflecting nationwide support.

Wichita Sedgwick County Big City Red Cross Thomas Irving Frederick Laise St. Louis Joseph Stewart Kansas City

Focus Your Attention On Other Things Focus Your Attention On Other Things

Dr. George W. Crane explains how neurotic self focus on vision causes persistent floating spots and ear noises. He cites optical afterimages, color and sound quirks, and suggests shifting attention outward. readers are invited to order Crane charts by mail.

Dr. Crane QO. K O. K Northwestern University

World bread grain output forecast at 261 million tons

The global estimate for this year projects bread grain production reaching 261 million short tons, reflecting anticipated yields across major growing regions and market conditions influencing harvest output.

Subscription options and mailing details at Ottawa paper

The notice lists subscription rates by mail for one month three months six months and one year plus Sunday and holiday mail. It shows editors and staff titles and notes an outside trade area and post office information in Ottawa Kansas.

Bec Guy Snhedaker den Don Shipman Howard Hoadle

Almanac Channel Lineup and Weekend Schedule Highlights

Daily broadcast grid lists channel numbers and program blocks for Almanac Museum Dinah Shore Neves Caravan etc. from 4 to 10 PM with shows like Buckskin Billy Early Show Mickey Mouse Studio News and Weather updates. entries include NBC CBS ABC and local channel lineups for Thursday March 16 with multiple programs across morning, afternoon, and prime time.

Channel NBC CBS ABC Buckalla Billy Mickey Bouse Beet Hickok News Wild Bill Hickok Doug Edwards Groucho Marz Cummings Bishop Sheen Robert Q. Lewis Bob Crosby Pinky Lee Jimmie Pierson Billy Barly Marshal Doug Edwards Eddle Fisher X Crusaders Poliara Crusadera Star Stage Playhouse Suzie Death Valley

Prayer for Today from The Upper Room text

Prayer asks God to lift burdens by sharing in the passion of Jesus Christ. The speaker emphasizes God’s unending love and urges readers to join in bearing others’ burdens through faith in Jesus. Amen.

Notable Experts Named for Panhandle Agricultural Study

Ard Holland of DeKalb Experimental Farm in Lubbock Texas and Oliver J. Scherer of the Soil Conservation Service in Lincoln Nebraska join Raymond Peck head of the agronomy department at Panhandle A&M College in Goodwell Oklahoma and J P Smith manager of PanTech Farms in Panhandle Texas in a coordinated research effort.

Ard Holland DeKalb Experimental Farm Lubbock Tex Oliver J. Scherer Soil Conservation Service Lincoln Neb Raymond Peck Panhandle A&m College Goodwell Okla J. P .Smith PanTech Farms Panhandle

Democrats Seek Absentee Vote Expanded Drive Aims at Army and Civil Service

Democrats push absentee voting efforts targeting the armed services and federal workers. They estimate up to three million potential voters in the ranks and civil service families. Rep. McCormack of Massachusetts is named to lead the absentee voters drive as special assistant to the chairman.

Washington Armed Services Paul M. Butler Rep. McCormack Dmass House Driver

Peron challenges successor to duel in frontier clash

Juan D. Peron, ousted Argentina president, has challenged interim leader Pedro Aramburu to a duel. A registered letter to Aramburu proposes a frontier meeting after Aramburu called him a coward and questioned his valor, Peron said he read dispatches confirming the taunt.

Panama Juan D. Peron Argentina Pedro Aramburu Aramburu Peron

1952 Truck Drivers and Farm Ownership Statistics

In 1952 five and a half million U. S. men drove trucks and buses. About 73 percent of U.S. farms were run by full or part owners in 1950. Other things being equal, large fence posts last longer than small ones.

U. S U.S

Pleasant Valley News Notes Local Visits and Health Updates

Pleasant Valley News lists visits among neighbors and family. Henry Fiehler returns from California. Linnie Everett remains in Ottawa hospital before possible transfer to a nursing home. Olathe and Baldwin residents appear among weekend and Sunday gatherings with extended kin.

Henry Fiehler California Bert Broer Lowell Broer John Benham Linnie Everett Ransom Memorial Hospital Ottawa Dayton Maule Alex Murdock Murphey Gene Whitacre Sharon Vernon Hans Lester Coffman Norman Murdock Otto Spitzle Baldwin Marie Broer Joe Elva Russell Pete Wiseman Mina Smith Olathe Hospital Kenneth Allen Coffman Topeka Patty Coffman Kansas City Nellie McAuley Ralph O'Connor Harold Carpenter

Farm Experts To Attend Forum In Liberal Kansas

Eight experts will speak at the 11th annual Farm Forum in Liberal Kansas. Sponsors include the chamber of commerce agriculture committee and the Seward County Extension Service. Speakers listed include Emmitt J. Dignan of the U S National Bank of Denver and E H Meclwain of the Woodward Oklahoma station, among others.

Kas Kansas Oklahoma Texas New Mexico Colorado Chamber of Commerce Agriculture Committee Seward County Extension Service Emmitt J. Dignan U. S. National Bank of Denver E. H. Meclwain U.S. Southern Great Plains Experimental Station Woodward Okla P. H. Stephens Wichita Farm Credit District Thomas H. Roberts Rich

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