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Newspaper
Ottawa Herald
Location
Ottawa, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Mar 16, 1956
Page
2
The principal campaign committees of both major parties filed financial reports for the first two months of the year. Republicans reported receipts of 1,890,373 for 60 days and spent nearly 1,000,000 with about a million in the bank. Democrats took in 141,58? and spent a quarter-million, with 121,662 liquid at month start.
A fragmentary column mixes military notes about the Sixth Fleet being bolstered with Marines aboard ships in the Mediterranean with a flippant survey of wedding plans, gossip about Marilyn Monroe, college life, and everyday curiosities from across the United States.
Southeast of Ottawa WN Rathjen was bitten by a horse. Ottawa telephone employees honored Miss Manta Elder for 35 years of service. Third class county cities caucusing. Two years ago Ottawa officers broke up a car theft ring. Mr and Mrs H E Little and son Harold left for a Chicago trip. WCTU met at Mrs I W Bailey’s home. Andrew Larson, janitor at Washington school, patented a new eraser cleaner. Mr and Mrs T Kaub of Richter welcomed a son.
Governor Fred Hall demands the resignations of state GOP chairman Lloyd Ruppenthal and executive secretary Wilbur Leonard. Longtime tensions with the governor have been public, and Hall argues the two officials were appointed to ride his coattails rather than to run the party.
The piece laments travel pamphlets from the Harvey Company and others extolling the Southwest Grand Canyon, northern lakes, New York, and more, arguing they confuse plans for summer vacations. It notes endless souvenir choices, especially salt and pepper shakers, and jokes about overabundant Indian motifs, stuffed fish, and regional kitsch.
An introspective meditation on Irish identity tied to St Patrick’s Day. It questions what makes an Irishman unique, blending personal longing with cultural imagery. The piece reflects pride, history, and the paradox of being fully Irish only on this annual day.
In a commentary attributed to Dr. John H. Hanger and Dr. Crane, the column argues newspapers are the nation’s most effective long term teacher, reaching 70 million outside church influence. It describes newspapers as local universities, shaping readers from childhood comics to adult editorials, with letters and educational booklets extending impact.
He is descended from kings and realizes he is a king himself an empire on two feet riding in power a strolling continent of awe. On St Patrick's Day to be Irish is to know glory magic victory exultation gratitude and gladness beyond a lifetime. To be Irish is a 24 hour walk in mystic understanding with God.
Topeka reports checks totaling 8,784,824 mailed to 105 Kansas counties for distribution to elementary districts as the second of two state aid payments for the current school year. The first installment totaled 8,738,321 overage not mentioned.
A flood of late adjustments to Friday and weekend TV schedules across channels 4 5 and 9 plus NBC CBS and ABC creates uncertainty for viewers. The listing shows likely time shifts for popular shows including Mickey Mouse News Marshal Filcka Rin Tin Tin and regional programs along with upcoming sports and movie slots.
Social items include Mr and Mrs Robert Steele and sons visiting in Paola with the Hilding and Ingle families. Ottawa guests joined by the Blowers and Cordis with Walker and Maubry households. Various callers from Glasco Hutchinson Topeka Overbrook and Overland Park noted along with a postponed Ladies Aid due to illness. Norris Johnsons relocate near Appanoose high school as Morgan family visits.
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