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Newspaper
Ottawa Herald
Location
Ottawa, Kansas, United States of America
Date
May 18, 1968
Page
1
A rural Osage County road trip to photograph a Marine airplane crash encounters roadblocks and police caution. The writers argue constitutional rights protect press access and printing juveniles' names, challenging restrictions and noting military control versus civilian journalism.
The 26 year old Bill Adler, blind for three years, works at Bendix Corp in Kansas City producing none nuclear components. He programs IBM System 360 printers by touch using braille punched cards and memory noted as phenomenal. Adler learned computing after losing sight in 1965, proving deep focus can overcome blindness in tech careers.
A dense schedule rundown lists hundreds of programs across channels with exact time blocks, including news weather sports films and series. Notable entries include Lone Ranger FBI Captain Kangaroo Captain Kangaroo and The Mudlark with frequent movie titles and live shows spanning late night to early morning.
The writer questions the meaning of Mother's Day and calls it synthetic. They argue the holiday treats mothers as household slaves or saints while many do not deserve the gifts and attention given each May.
A critical reflection on Mother's Day argues many celebrate blindly while some mothers abuse or neglect their families. The author mocks sentimental displays, cites harsh realities of crime and mistreatment, and suggests merit badges or rewards would better fit true motherhood. The piece concludes that on May’s second Sunday all mothers remain equal, deserving and undeserving alike.
Reader asks about relief for granulated eyelids and whether dry skin or allergies play a role. Dr Molner explains it is often ulcerative blepharitis or skin disease, not a vision issue, and that medications or dermatology referral may be needed rather than creams or glasses. A separate note covers leg swelling in an elderly sister, advising salt reduction and medical evaluation.
AP reports Sunday night will wrap the Emmies in 90 minutes with focus on key awards like best specials and best supporting actors. Greg Garrison produced, Sinatra handles Hollywood, Dick Van Dyke in New York. Attending: Dean Martin, Bob Hope, Bing Crosby text mentions.
Five questions on Bible verses and figures. Topics include a proverb about gnats and elephants, the first beatitude, Methuselah’s age, the Lord’s excuses in the great supper parable, and Jesus calling sinners to.
Gov Andrew Schoepple urged Kansans to redouble efforts to set new scrap metal collection records. An unidentified gunman forced 17 year old Barney Mann to drive him to Kansas City. Police received the report after the long 50 percent hour ride.
Ottawa Herald lists publication details and subscription prices for trade and outside areas. Rates include one month 31.00, three months 33.00, six months 5.50, one year 10.00, with separate outsider rates and a note on Associated Press rights.
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