Editorial Apathetic Vote in Kansas Primary
The Kansas August primary turnout was unusually high at 33 percent, yet two thirds of eligible voters stayed home. Government Research Center at the University of Kansas notes this apathy risks weak representation, enabling political machines to nominate candidates before general election voters weigh in. The column argues voting is central to democracy and hopes for broader participation.
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Kansas
Government Research Center
University of Kansas
Remembering a Talented Friend Beyond His Day Job
A reflection on a friend who died months ago, noting his skill in cooking steaks with a precise charcoal broiler, blending a perfect tobacco mix, and playing the violin with deep joy. The piece highlights how avocations reveal hidden talents beyond work and enrich a life with craft and music.
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Virginia
Symphony
40 Years Ago Local Movements and Incidents in Ottawa
Wallace Williams went to Independence Missouri to accept a Sugar Creek post. William Dean, son of Mr and Mrs W R Dean, received a navy department clerical appointment in Washington DC. Warner plant work in Ottawa noted. Wellsville schools add manual training. Elmer Lucas of Kansas City visited Ottawa with S H Lucas and Ray mond Lucas. W E Gault of Richmond bought an Overland. Two bicycles stolen at city hall from W O Myers and pupil James Gladstone. Col A W Johnson returned from Coffey county with 60 horses for war service. W P Hemphill of Kansas Telephone Co. in Ottawa. E A Jenks of Emerson Iowa visiting W S Jenks. Ralph Killough and Julius Evans went to Independence to retrieve a car left due to rain.
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Wallace Williams
Independence
Sugar Creek
William Dean
W. R. Dean
Washington, D. C
Navy Department
Warner
Ottawa
Wellsville
Elmer Lucas
Kansas City
S. H. Lucas
Raymond Lucas
W. E. Gault
Richmond
City Hall
W. O. Myers
Water and Light Department
James Gladstone
Col
A. W. Johnson
Coffey County
W. P. Hemphill
The
Kansas Telephone Co
E. A. Jenks
Emerson
W. S. Jenks
Ralph Killough
Julius Evans
Killough
This and That Critical Readers
A collection of satirical observations on editors readers crime and culture. It notes beatings of editors by critics, mentions a fatal zoo incident, comments on bigamy meteorological talk and Communist fears, and lampoons Miss America Marilyn Monroe impersonation. It ends with Mt Ranier fines and a rhetorical question about per foot costs.
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Dallas
St. Joe
Narrow-Gauge Railroads Profit Versus Standard Lines
A 1870s report shows narrow-gauge railroads earning margins higher than standard gauges. Denver and Rio Grande operated 156 miles from Denver to Pueblo with a branch to Canon City, costing 14 000 per mile versus 22 000 for standard gauge. Cattle cars carried 9 animals, passenger trains had 4 cars, freight 15. First quarter 1873 net proceeds were 36 855.55 with expenses 54 percent of earnings. Narrow-gauge lines existed in Alabama Arkansas Colorado Georgia Illinois Kansas Iowa Kentucky Mississippi Ohio Pennsylvania and Utah, including the Leavenworth and Denver line.
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Denver and
Rio Grande
Colorado
Denver
Pueblo
Rocky Mountains
Arkansas River
Canon City
Alabama
Arkansas
Georgia
Iinois
Kansas
Iowa
Kentucky
Mississippi
Ohio
Pennsylvania
Utah
Leavenworth
Engineer builds Eden for the elderly in Florida
Gilbert P. Edwards, a 32 year old Brooklyn born engineer and former naval officer, launches Breakwater Beach a 34 acre gated community in Fort Lauderdale for retirees. The plan includes shops, an 11 story hotel, cooperative apartments, an 18 hole golf course, tennis, gardens and a surf club with no nightclub. Prices range from 12000 to 50000 dollars with maintenance from under 60 to 120 dollars monthly. Edwards aims to balance security with community in a small, age centered environment.
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New York
America
Gilbert P. Edwards
Fort Lauderdale
Fla
U.S
Edwards
Brown University
New Menu Surprises For Child Development
Dr George W Crane discusses how Dr Leo Phillips at Hillsdale College uses occasional themed meals to broaden children's social horizons. He suggests reading about the country beforehand and having children recite learned facts at table to stimulate curiosity. He notes women seek variety, while men resist, and urges monthly family surprises to prevent psychological slowing.
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Leo Phillips
Hillsdale College
Michigan
Emerson
Phillips
Crane
Hopkins Syndicate
Melott
Ind
The
Hopkins Syndicate, Inc
Television Listings and Late Changes Report
Partial TV schedule notes list programs from KMBC and WDAF with times from 6:00 to 10:00. Entries include News Sports Show Time and Lawrence Welk plus Weather Talent School Bandstand and Hourly updates. Last minute changes hinder full accuracy of the day's listings.
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KMBC
WDAF
Morgan Beatty
Henry Taylor
Newa
Firestone
Lawrence Welk
NBC
ABC
CBS
Chas, Farrell
Vic Damone
Big Town
Orient Express
Alfred Hitchcock Playhouse
Kangaroo
Garry Moore
Godfrey
Elizabeth Johnny Carso
Big Payoft
Bob Crosby
Dr. N. Ventor
Jimmie Pierson
Frankie Carle
Bowlin
Jane Wyman
Joe
Mabel
Circle Theater Playhouse
Wyatt Earp
Guy Lombardo
Circle Theater
Phil Silvers
G. BE
Navy Log Science Theatre
Navy Log
Weather District Attorney News Playhouse
Trust Your Wife
Radio Schedule Snapshot of Morning and Jazz Programs
Radio schedule item lists WDAF and KMBC programs with 9:00 election trends and jazz segments, plus 10:06 news featuring B B Dilson for KNMBC and KMBC. The note details program names and time stamps without broader context or outcomes.
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WDAF
KNMBC
KMBC
B. B. Dilson
Wdaf—Dragnet
KNBC
Ted Heath
Frederick
Elderly city builder aims at average retired professionals
Developer Edwards argues for planned cities for the elderly, predicting a large growth in those 63 and older. He says a three year project is a forerunner to more such communities, stressing older people want living, not merely a place to die, and that builders must meet their housing needs.
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Edwards
Fort Lauderdale
United States
Record Enrollment At Emporia State
Emporia State reports a fall enrollment of 2425 students, up 20 percent from the prior year at this time, reflecting stronger admissions and campus activity. The university notes increased demand across programs and continuing growth in enrollment momentum.
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Emporia
Longden Wins 4871st Race at September Start
Johnny Longden, once told he would never ride, earns his victory No. 4871 on September 3, extending his record as the most prolific race jockey. The feat adds to his lineage with Emporia State Teachers College cited in the context.
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Johnny Longden
New Civil Service retirement changes take effect Oct 1
The article explains seven major Civil Service retirement changes from Congress, including a 6 percent salary contribution starting after Sept 30 and a new formula for annual retirement payments. It details the components of the new formula and provides an example of how a worker with $4500 average salary and 25 years of service would fare under the reforms. It also outlines reduced benefits for retirement before age 60, illustrating with a 56 year old example.
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Congress
Congress adjourns to Pimlico for horse race clash
The U S Congress adjourned on October 24 1877 to attend a Pimlico race where Parole the Eastern champion defeated Ten Broeck the Western champion and Tom Ochiltree in a landmark event drawing lawmakers to the track.
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U. S
Pimlico
Parole
Ten Broeck
Tom Ochiltree
Woman found working as servant after missing report
A 27 year old woman reported missing by her husband was found by police in Corner Brook working as a domestic servant. She said she planned to stay away only a few weeks and took the job as a change from her regular house work.
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Brook
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