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Newspaper
Ottawa Herald
Location
Ottawa, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Nov 08, 1968
Page
1
Editorial notes that Franklin County reduced from nine to four high schools and state districts from 2,000 to 350. Recommends county wide school districts as sound policy. Argues savings in administration and better education may follow, though cheaper costs are not guaranteed.
A single county unit in school districts could reduce property transfer disputes, ease tax issues, improve transportation coordination, and better utilize teachers. Main obstacles include local pride and fears of school loss. proponents argue consolidation does not require closing grade schools and that one system can outperform smaller ones. The author envisions future county wide districts benefiting students and parents.
A columnist argues against giving babies fixed names, proposing that children should choose their own names as they grow. He recalls many grand and odd names replaced by nicknames, noting personal identity and freedom from parental labels. The piece defends self determination in naming throughout life.
AP reports Nixon advisers prioritize a stable noninflationary economy to fix the balance of payments and boost confidence in the dollar. They expect gradual inflation slowdown, no program rollbacks, and use tax incentives to spur private-sector growth while maintaining full employment targets.
A dense listing of daytime and prime time programming across channels including News Weather Sports and a wide array of series films and specials. Notable entries feature Dark Venture When The Boys Meet The Girls and To Kill A Mockingbird alongside classic shows such as Bonanza Perry Mason and The Tonight Show with Johnny Carson.
In Prague outskirts, Soviet occupation troops begin dismantling tents and preparing to depart or relocate to winter barracks. Their stay near the capital since August has passed with few incidents and minimal contact with local Czechs as residents observe from a distance.
In Strasnice Czechs recall Russian troops in a tense occupation. Teen allies report soldiers appear sad and isolated, with youths secretly probing Russian behavior. A boast about liberating Czechs turns to fear as officers police talk and a captain taunts locals before handing over a revolver for a test of belief.
A devotional prayer asks God to speak as in Samuel's time and for listeners to hear through scripture. It seeks guidance, gratitude, and awareness of God's works in nature, ending with a blessing in Jesus name.
The first snow of the year fell this morning in Ottawa, covering the city with four inches of powder and signaling winter’s arrival. A look back to 50 years ago recalls General Crowder meeting with armed forces section heads about possible draft suspension.
Ottawa Herald lists pricing for local and outside trade areas with monthly and multi month options. The notice includes address, editor and publisher Robert B. Wellington, and AP rights for local news and dispatches.
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