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Newspaper
Ottawa Herald
Location
Ottawa, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Sep 17, 1964
Page
1
An editorial notes many Kansas papers publish lists of federal wagering stamp holders for gambling devices. It reminds owners that possession of a stamp is required and warns of federal penalties while Kansans generally ignore state gambling laws. Ottawa shows no local establishments with coin operated devices.
The piece argues that across the state anti gambling statutes are ignored by clubs groups and private operators. It notes many devices operate in defiance of law and that raids are discouraged during elections. It suggests legalizing gambling to convert violators into law abiding citizens and ease enforcement.
Rantoul Presbyterian church hosts a 6 30 p m pot luck reception for teachers and families at R N A Hall on Oct 5. Mothers Club of Rantoul Grade School elects officers and plans field trip funding. L L C meets Sept 9 re elects officers for 1965 and schedules bazaar for Oct 24. Hostesses for October named.
A memoir excerpt recalls a high school student employed as a night man at Chenoweth Brothers Embalming House. He answered late calls, slept on a cot, used the desk to study, and enjoyed free access to the premises plus a $2 yearly Christmas bonus. The narrator describes his junior year experience and the convenience of the role.
The narrator recalls evenings at Chenoweths with friends, where a pupil was killed that afternoon and the group formed a poker club. He reflects on his obsession with mastering poker, the pricey but entertaining time, and a tense scare when a door knob rattled during a game. A postscript notes Barry Goldwater analysis by Richard Revere.
A reader asks about celiac disease in a two year old grandson. Dr Molner explains gluten intolerance in early childhood, symptoms such as diarrhea and weight loss, and that a gluten free diet can restore health though relapses occur if gluten returns.
On this date 1964 marks the Constitutional Convention’s signing of the U S Constitution in Philadelphia. Civil War bloodshed at Antietam Creek in 1862, UN mediator Bernadotte assassinated in Jerusalem in 1948, Noronic disaster in Toronto in 1949, Truman’s 1963 appeal, Khrushchev’s 1959 train trip, and the UN General Assembly opening in 1960.
Channel 4 at 6 30 p m features Frank Mc Gee hosting a campaign issues program. Dr Kildare at 7 30 p m on Channel 4 concludes Tyger Tyger. Surfer Pat Holmes returns to Blair hospital after a seizure. Peyton Place at 8 30 p m on Channel 9 shows Constance anxious before meeting Dr Rossi. Kraft Suspense Theatre on Channel 4 at 9 p m concludes The Case Against Paul Ryker with Ryker facing death then a second hearing. Channel 5 at 10 15 p m Pillow to Post stars Ida Lupino Sydney Greenstreet William Prince. Channel 5 at 12 10 a m If Winter Comes stars Walter Pidgeon Deborah Kerr Janet Leigh.
A dense daily lineup lists Yogi Bear and Magilla Gorilla cartoons, news updates, soap operas, and game shows across channels NBC CBS ABC with hosts, film features, and a mix of westerns and dramas. Highlights include Perry Mason, I Love Lucy, Jeopardy, Truth or Consequences, and The Tonight Show with Johnny Carson through early morning hours.
Mrs Frances Simons, long at the Morrow Boarding Home, admitted to Anderson County Hospital on September 13. Cynthia Price, 93, daughter of Mr and Mrs Arthur Price, admitted to K A Medical Center on September 12. Fred Ahring Jr attending Jola Junior College. Mrs Wilma Fishburn and Claron Cole escorted Garnett High School debate team to a Topeka conference Saturday.
The Ottawa Herald lists daily publication with editor Robert B. Wellington and outlines subscription prices for trade area by mail including monthly, quarterly, semiannual, and annual rates, plus higher outside trade area rates. It notes AP membership and exclusive local news use rights for publication and AP dispatches.
The Wellsville Royal Riders placed third in the saddle club division of the Old Settlers parade in Olathe on Saturday September 12. Twenty eight riders rode with flag bearers Mrs. Marion Callahan Mrs. Frank Kerr and Clarence Moldenhauer. About 20 000 spectators attended the event.
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