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Ottawa Herald

Location

Ottawa, Kansas, United States of America

Date

May 04, 1955

Page

10

Portland jobless man admits extortion plot

Glenn Colgan, 20, unemployed, admitted attempting to extort $10,000 from Fred Meyer Inc. He used a dummy package with glow chemicals to stage a bombing threat after telephoning store offices. He picked up the fake package, fled police, and later confessed during six hours of questioning. Bail set at $3000.

Portland Ove Glenn ‘Colgan Jamey Purcell Colgan Fred Meyer, Inc Wnless Cok’ Gin Ile

Crack Down On Dogs In Topeka

Topeka city voters approve a dog control ordinance requiring owners to keep dogs at home after June 1 unless under a responsible person. The measure gives the city power to confiscate roaming or vicious dogs for a $5 redemption fee. Supporters cite nuisance to children and school playgrounds. opponents call it absurd and say enforcement depends on universal fencing.

Topeka Capital City

Red buildup reports near offshore islands escalate clash

Formosa today reported fresh Red buildup near offshore islands and said its planes damaged three Communist gun boats in the Quemoy area. The air force described the gun boats as 300 to 400 tons each, sighted on the landward side of Quemoy in western Amey Bay, about 120 miles west of Formosa across the strait.

Formosa 1 China Today Quemoy Air Force Amey Bay Formosa

Want Ad for Unused Attic Items Found

A small want ad seeks buyers for unused items tucked away in an attic. The notice invites contact for quick, fair offers and highlights possible collectibles and household goods awaiting new homes.

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