Oddball Quiz Says Surprising Facts From Old News
A compact feature highlights curious claims from World Features Syndicate. It lists Rice paper notices Umbrellas used for sunblock Silly Putty aiding NASA an animal misnomer Homy toad actually a lizard Acorn as a fruit and mistletoe as a parasite.
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NASA
World Features Syndicate
Readers urged to sign letters with full address
Editor invites letters to the paper, requesting signatures and the writer's address. unsigned submissions will not be published, and a telephone number should be included to verify the letter.
The Chautauqua Assembly Revered in Ottawa
A May 23 1894 Ottawa Herald feature recalls Forest Park Chautauqua events with music lectures and days of special programs offering a dollar fifty season ticket. It highlights brain food and broad culture at a time when such gatherings drew wide local interest.
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Chautauqua Assembly
Forest Park
Ottawa
Ottawa Herald
Washington, D.C
Franklin D. Roosevelt
Henry A. Wallace
Sam Rayburn
Texas
Albin Barkley
Kentucky
Harry Truman
Missouri
Truman
FDR
Teens regret Starting sex at young age headline
A reader criticizes Wednesday Herald page 9 for placing a provocative sex article beside a Pomona High School graduation ad. The letter, addressed to Mr. Hitch, voices strong disapproval of the editorial choice and layout.
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Herald
Pomona High School
Tradition and discipline in schools debated in community forum
A reader recalls corporal punishment in past Singapore schools and argues for balanced discipline to teach laws and social rules. The letter urges kindness with firm guidance and supports considering a full time officer in schools, inviting further input via a local forum and phone line.
Wal Mart expansion worries small town merchants
Russ Reeves argues against the Ottawa Wal Mart Super Store, warning it will award tax breaks to a giant chain while harming local businesses and jobs. He questions the promised distribution center, fears empty old buildings, and urges attracting diverse small and medium manufacturers to sustain true livelihoods.
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Wal-Mart
Emporia
Woolworth
Wal- Mart
Susan Hochlander
Herald
Ottawa
Bubba's Discount Heaven
Town & Country Supply
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Howard Doyen
Federal Housing Administration Office
Jack Beauchamp
Jim Hitch
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Marvin Durbin
Mr. Hitch
Singapore
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Russ Reeves