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Newspaper
Ottawa Herald
Location
Ottawa, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Sep 19, 1961
Page
2
Editorial items reflect community concerns and opinions printed on the Ottawa Herald page four dated Tuesday September 19. The brief snippet suggests discussion of local issues and editorial viewpoints typical of a mid‑20th century local newspaper.
Community recovery after last week's major flood shows reduced damage due to river awareness, timely warnings from Weather Bureau and engineers, and decisive actions by city officials, police, Red Cross, and National Guard. KU Chancellor Wescoe signals campus car traffic restrictions next year to free parking for expansion, amid campus safety priorities.
Dr Mother explores why bad breath occurs beyond oral issues, noting gum disease, food particles between teeth, infected tonsils or sinuses, lung diseases, and digestion. He suggests reducing certain foods, cutting sweets, and considering gall bladder or stomach problems. Advice includes flossing, dental care, and consulting specialists for skin and foot issues.
A humorous column notes the paradoxes of debate and authority, throws light on Berlin’s wall delay, and reports oddities such as a sexton’s broken spade at a church graveyard. It also recalls a birthday observance with a doctorless celebration and Cuba’s joking political mix. Regional items include Galena Kansas restricting pets and a 25 year old local news note.
A big crowd gathered on Main Street to watch the first summer drill of the Ottawa fire department. A tree cut along Cedar Street caused Captain Bushong to crash. he suffered a broken ankle while his horse and buggy were damaged. Marie Duffy started as cashier at Baughman Grocery.
Subscription rates listed for trade area and outside area including monthly and yearly options. Publisher Robert B Wellington and editor Guy Sneduke provide pricing for local and mail subscriptions. Associated Press content noted as exclusive local news source.
New York AP report reviews Alan King’s one shot CBS half hour and his stronger stand up humor over acting. It notes CBS reshuffles kids with Pete and Gladys I Love Lucy style mimicry, Red Skelton moving to 9 30 and Ichabod and Me debut. Also mentions Cain’s Hundred Walk in My Shoes Close Up and Channel 9 Negro-focused program.
The school elected a full slate of class officers across four grades. Seniors chose Billa Pickett as president and Leroy Tillery as vice president, with Karen Tice secretary and Connie Kueser treasurer. Others include student Counselor David Purvis and reporter Francis Wiesner. Juniors, Sophomores, and Freshmen each named presidents, vice presidents, secretaries, treasurers, counselors, and reporters. A joint meeting of Elda Barry W.S.C.5. groups drew 37 attendees with hostesses Wilbur Purvis, Lee Perkins, Fred Kuiksen, and Virgil Smith. Mrs Oscar Newmaster led worship, Mrs George Dietrich taught, and candles were lit by Melvin Stockard and Gene O’Mara.
A condensed guide of tonight’s channels features Bugs Bunny with Yosemite Sam and Pepe Le Pew antics, Laramie, and a deputy plot in Rifleman. Also scheduled are Wyatt Earp with the Clanton gang, Dobie Gillis, Alfred Hitchcock, and NBC White Paper on Congo. Cain’s Hundred begins a two part Mob story with Mark Richman and Martin Gabel, followed by If I Had My Way at 10:15 on Channel 9.
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