20 Sep 1966
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Newspaper
Ottawa Herald
Location
Ottawa, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Sep 20, 1966
Page
1
Editorial notes two small Western Kansas weeklies mailed early with fronts claiming nothing of interest. They joked readers could use the issue to swat flies or start fires. The piece predicts readers will welcome their return after a rare 12 year vacation, while acknowledging general reader fatigue with dull editions.
The editorial notes a lack of local items in print and laments omitting readers' concerns such as a neighbor's divorce case or a relative's commendation letter. It argues viewers rely on TV and larger papers, urging the Herald to continue prioritizing local coverage and avoid vacation shutdowns.
The piece portrays Percy Harrison, England's newest millionaire, who overnight turned 62 cents into 947000 tax free. He is presented as not a compulsive gambler, unfamiliar with soccer which he calls the national game, and has never seen a game. On his second wager he faces a gamble.
A worker at a fertilizer plant becomes an overnight millionaire after a lucky flutter. He quits his job, sells his cottage, and plans a farm in Lincolnshire while debts and temptation loom. Neighbors and salesmen swarm with offers as his wealth spirals beyond control.
A reader letters column warns of glue sniffing dangers among youth. It cites liver damage, blood substance destruction, and possible delayed health effects, noting several teenage deaths linked to sniffing and urging avoidance. States have laws restricting sale of airplane glues.
A reflective essay traces the old China of Confucius and Marco Polo to modern times, warning of violence under World Communism and the rise of Red China. It contrasts nostalgic ideals with militarized power, urging gentler voices over teen mobs in Peking and global tension.
A dense listing of channel lineups NBC CBS ABC and others with shows across dayparts. Entries include Marshal Dillon I Love Lacey Ballistics and various films and game shows. The fragmentary schedule names many programs, networks, and times in a long OCR-like roster.
On Sept 20 1881 Chester A Arthur became the 21st US president. Other events include the launch of Old Ironsides in 1797 and a 1938 hurricane that devastated New England Long Island and New Jersey leaving thousands homeless and about 40 million dollars in property damage.
The Ottawa Kansas daily paper lists address 104 S Cedar with daily publication except Sundays and holidays. Robert B Wellington serves as editor and publisher. Subscription rates by mail show trade area pricing of 1 month 1.00, 3 months 3.00, 6 months 5.00, 12 months 99.00. outside trade area pricing 1 month 1.50, 3 months 4.25, 6 months 8.00, 12 months 15.00. The paper is a member of the Associated Press, with AP content exclusive to local news and dispatches.
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