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Newspaper
Ottawa Herald
Location
Ottawa, Kansas, United States of America
Date
May 26, 1956
Page
2
The piece notes the term obsolete used for military aircraft and argues the government and Boeing profit from surplus war materiel. It contemplates a peace scenario with weapon surplus and price controls, suggesting some manufacturers could switch products while others would fail, drawing a parallel to farmers.
Congress approved 165000 for flood work this week with 60000 for Ottawa and 85000 for Pomona reservoir in the coming fiscal year. If current pace holds, construction may begin within two years as residents press for continued nationwide funding and united valley backing to finish all project phases and shield Marais des Cygnes from floods.
A humorous column notes breakfast customs worldwide from porridge in Denmark to cucumber bread in Turkey and rice gruel in China. It also jokes about catsup on ice cream and chocolate syrup on pancakes. The piece then critiques Marine recruits' close haircuts as harsh but effective, linking it to recent events and questioning training methods.
This collage of short items jokes about smog in Los Angeles and pages for weather, laments over coffee habits, and a quip on Elvis Presley. It notes changing coffee sales, urges Memorial Day timing debate, and mentions Boston unions promoting a rival show to Ringling Brothers. Former Louisiana Governor Noe fights to keep a Black franchise in his hometown.
A novel little birthday party for Master Hal Slemons aged one was held yesterday at Judge Maxwell’s residence. Nearby, children from three months to two years attended with Elith Hawkins Nellie Hawkins May Watson Ella Jenness Freddie Cook Ellis Shiras Bertie Cobb Harry McLeod and Birdie Chrisp. The river’s rise dominated talk and a rescued boy story from east of Mr. Bacon’s was noted. A lawn festival is planned at H P Welsh’s grounds with full details next week. The juvenile opera Laila was produced by Ottawa’s young Misses under Miss Clara Hofman’s direction, with Sheldon hall packed for the performance.
Lawrence L. a 28 year old chemist and husband is described as secretive by his wife who urges husbands to consult wives. The piece argues asking advice strengthens relationships, cites Bible verse, and promotes Dr Crane's booklet The Compliment Club with instructions to send 20 cents and a stamped envelope to Hopkins Syndicate Melott Ind. The time stamp notes 1:00 to 1:30.
Televised lineup notes last minute changes for May 26. Programs include Roy Rogers Big Surprise Thig Tatt Youth Wi Your Home Zoo Parade and Crossroads, with local station slots on KTJO KMBC WDAF KAIBC and Herald Want Ads.
The listing covers May 27 radio programs including KMBC WNAVY and WDAF broadcasts on news, town meetings, ball scores, and hourly shows. It also notes services, church invitations, and campus updates with multiple stations listing musicals, sports, and administrative programs for May 28.
L W Sutherland returned home Thursday after emergency major surgery at Ransom Memorial Hospital. He arrived just in time to see the store robbed Wednesday night. He expressed deep gratitude for the cards and letters received. W E Robbins has improved and is able to be up and around again. Janice Starosta visited Carolyn Ashcraft of Quenemo, and Nancy and Carol Bethell spent the night with Sally Ashcraft in Quenemo before attending KSTC in Emporia Monday. Tresea Allsup of Ottawa visited H C Milliken’s Thursday into Friday. Mr and Mrs Warren Heth and Mike of Kansas City visited I L Heths from Friday evening to Tuesday morning. The Ralph Browns Kathy and Dennis of Mullinville came Saturday and will stay until June 4 with the Heths. The Sam Browns were also mentioned.
Local social roundup recounts visits by Baldwin and Milliken families from Topeka and Portland. a Golden Wedding anniversary in Lawrence. funeral services for H R Devore in Kansas City. Pan American essays judging by Mrs Meyers. E Eaton 90th birthday party with kin from Wilson Emporia Randolph Indiana. mentions Sea lion sourced seal fur fact and Middle East origins of three faiths.
Trade area publication announces subscription rates by mail with options for one month two dollars three months seven dollars and annual rate of seven hundred?
Pleasant Valley residents share courteous calls and visits with neighbors including Mr. and Mrs. Will Scott and Mr. and Mrs. Ted Higbie. Guests included Charles Peterson of Ottawa Irvin Brown of Greeley and W. C. Jackson of Wellsville. The tale lists many hospitality exchanges and hospital run details, such as Kenney ODea returning from Kansas City.
Stanton residents host and visit neighbors across Sundays and weekdays. Guests include George Rhodes, Faye Mathis, Ruben Swearingen and families, Dan Brassfield, Henry Webber, Oren Croan, Dorthy Swearingen, Howard Grigsby, Lulu Caylor, Zeb McKeon, John Geiger, Dike Dickerson, Bill Meinig, Tom Hathor, Beth, Bill Calvin, Sandra, and others from Osawatomie and California, reflecting a tight-knit community network.
The State Department of Social Welfare of Kansas petitions for appointment of an administrator of Wylie Gailey deceased in Franklin County Probate Court Ottawa Kansas. Defenses must be filed by June 5, 1956 at 10 a.m. in court. failure to respond may lead to judgment. Attorney J A Babicki 801 Harrison Topeka KS.
A brief prayer invocation urges steadfastness in the work of the Lord and notes labor is not in vain. It praises God as creator of the universe, asks forgiveness and healing, and seeks daily gratitude and devotion through Christ.
Mrs. Otis Foster and relatives visited Miss Shirley Gilbert in Topeka and attended a school supper after returning Friday. Mrs. Everette Miller and daughters hosted Thursday afternoon guests of Mrs. Foster and Mrs. Glenn Small. Ollie Brassfield visited the Earl and Virgil Yackle homes. George and Roy Webker traveled to Kansas City for medical care at K U Medical Center, with George Webker receiving treatments. Sunday dinners and afternoon calls featured many Wobker, Brassfield, Yackle, and Foster families. Eskimos reportedly use wooden goggles with slits to combat glare. Auto makers project 75 million cars and trucks in America by 1970.
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