Editorial on Sales Tax Residue and State Revenue
The piece argues Gov. George Docking would veto any sales tax increase and urges keeping the sales tax residue with counties. It questions state keeping residue versus local control, noting cities and counties have a stake, and suggests local economies and efficiency could be improved if revenue sources shift locally. It contrasts state needs of at least 10 million dollars with potential 12.5 million identified by the legislature and critiques current fiscal arrangements.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
George Docking
Topeka
Lawrence
Docking
Kansas League of Municipalities
Wichita
Kansas Cities
Kansas
Union
League
Remembering the Chautauqua and Americana Bits from Ottawa
From Our Readers recalls the Chautauqua Assembly in Forest Park with famous speakers, tents, and a large choir led by Prof. Hare. Sam Jones charged $500 and died on a train en route to his next appointment. The note offers assorted vignettes on culture, a Kansas Relays queen candidate, golf attire, and merchandising trends.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Chautauqua Assembly
Forest Park
U.S.A
Auld Lang Syne and Small Town Happenings in Ottawa
A daughter was born to Mr and Mrs Gordon W Welch at 506 N Sycamore. Mildred Greene bought goods for her hat shop in Chicago. T E Keelin won a blue ribbon at the Kaw Valley Rabbit Association show in Lawrence for a New Zealand white doe. Jerry Hudson drew crowds as a human fly at 3rd and Main to scale the North American Hotel. Clayt Bodley visited Kansas City and returned by car. Shorty Goddard left his depot job. Cool damp weather spurred Ottawa residents to light gas stoves for colder days. A drunk traveler boarded the Kansas City train, dropped his ticket pocketbook and belongings, lost his hat, and was carried to a Burlington plug to continue his journey. A neighbor reports his wife angrily repapering the spare bedroom last week.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
T. E. Keelin
East Wilson Street
New Zealand
Kaw Valley Rabbit Association
Lawrence
Ottawa
Kansas City
Burlington
Clips And Quips Show Morning Phones Wake The Town
A Norton Telegram quip notes the telephone makes a decent substitute for a rooster in waking people but admits it cannot fertilize eggs, reflecting a lighthearted take on morning routines.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Norton Telegram
Fever blisters and small stories in public life
The piece argues big headlines aren’t always the main stories as fever blisters on President Eisenhower and daily small events draw attention. It notes Margaret Truman Daniel’s visit with her baby, Princess Grace’s expected birth, and the media’s focus on minor details versus major issues. It adds that errors can spark more trouble than heavier stories and ends with a reflection on fever blisters as natural warnings.
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Pres. Eisenhower
God
Faubus
Prayer for Today Courage Faith and Loyalty to Thy Word
A devotional prayer asks for steadfast faith and courage to resist daily temptations. It invokes mercy from the Saviour and appeals for strength to remain loyal to divine Word, ending with a prayer in Jesus name.
Sports and Education Tradeoffs in College Admissions and Clergy Leadership
The article argues colleges favor versatile athletes over straight A students and notes athletic leadership aids ministry prospects. It cites Rev. Bob Richards as a model for college athletes pursuing the ministry, urging teens to consider religious leadership as influential in modern society.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Bob Richards
Crane
Hopkins Syndicate
Metott
Ind
Phi Beta Kappa
Question Answered On What School To Attend
Dr George W Crane advises Joel J an 18 year old athlete to choose a college near home, favoring smaller schools for more athletic chances and personal attention. He notes tuition ranges 300 to 1000 plus living costs, and stresses practicality for a future psychologist or clergy member. He cites Rev Bob Richards as an example of a versatile, athletic pastor appealing to teens and warns against overly academic clergy.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Bob Richards
University of Illinois
Marshall Kiwanis Club Seeks Amends Over Flag Pledge
CHICAGO F A spokesman for Kiwanis International said its Marshall Texas club asked time to make amends for refusing to pledge allegiance to the American flag. The international plans no immediate action and the club will stay in good standing if it changes course. The club had pledged to the Texas flag and criticized federal troops in Little Rock, calling it a dark day since Reconstruction.
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Chicago
Kiwanis International
Marshall
Tex
International Today
International
United States
Canada
Marshall Club
Texas
Little Rock
Ottawa Herald subscription rates and mailing details
The Ottawa Herald lists daily publication with Sunday and holiday exclusions and Post Office second class status. Subscription prices are 0.85 for one month, 2 for three months, 3.75 for six months, and 7 for one year within the trade area. outside trade area rates by mail are 1 for one month, 3 for three months, 5.50 for six months, and 10 for one year.
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S. Maln
Ottawa
Kas
Robert B. Wellington
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Prof. Hare
Baldwin City
Sam Jones
Georgia
Jones
Sam P. Jones
Colorado
Mortician
Gordon W. Welch
N. Sycamore.s
Mildred Greene
Jerry Hudson
3Rd and
Main
Clayt Bodley
Shorty Goddard
Margaret Truman Daniel
Missouri
New York
Margaret Truman
Grace
Monaco
Pres
Hisenhower
NBC
CBS
ABC
Mickey Mouss
Fairbanks
Gordon Elliott
C. Kangaro
Capt. Gallan
Playhouse
Jimmy Dean
Theatre
Dtz Dean
Fpost
Enterprisa Ae
Newa
Benet
Perry Come
Berlal
Baber
Dick—Rin
Ielint
Deasling
Angels
Tek
Red Baroer
News &—Theatre
Blondia
Darta
Ty J
KC Sportlight
Green Thumb
Willy
Bsporte
Marshal
Wreatling
Gunemoke
Martin Kat
Lee
Perry Mason
Oasis
Gale Storm
Lawrence Welk
Mackenzie
da Lupino
Mike Wallace
Christophers
Oral Roberts
veCintoney
Karton Karn
Mr. Wizard
Heckie-Jackle
Serenade
Hieckok
Army
WLM
Disneyland
Dr. Christian & —Lariat
Rangers
Sporia
Meet the Press
Bowling Stars
Monte Criato
Paule
Ed Sullivan
Whirly Birds
Toate
David Niven
Cinema Kofo
First Baptist
Topa
Papa
Pope
the Christophers
Centropolia Baptista
George W. Crane
Joel J
Iser
Dr. Crane
Giants
Jin
St. Louis Globe-Democrat
Joel
Optometrists
Arvid Berglund
D.D
Optometrist
Olin G. Wollen, D.D
Bennett
A. G. Madison, D.D
Rodney McClay, D.D
Chiropractors
Hugh Campbell
D. L. Young
R. ©. Capron
D.C
Paul
Hughes
8. M. Brockway
Don L. McKelvey
Colon
Herald
Economy
H. N
Zellner
Briscoe Drug Store
Credit Bureau OF Ottawa
Norma Stewart
Mgr
Ottawa, Kansas
Medical Directory
A. F. Barr, M. D
Frank A. Trump, M.D
Pho
Louis N. Speer
James EF. Wallen, M
Obstetrics and General Medicine
David G. Laury, M
R. A. Gollier, M.D
Henning Bros
Sylva Lofgreen, M.D
Victor J. Lofgreen, M.D
Walnut
R. 8. Roberts, Mld
Tewner Peers
Eae
THE
Anthony Clinical Laboratory
Gladys Anthony
Joe W. Selby
Dr. W. I. Conger Beth
Hickory
Don Colling
Insemination Tech
Harold Peffly
D.V.M
R. A. Bruce
Veterinary
Hess, Franklin and Others
MLN
Mann-Bell Drug Store
United Funds Investments RE
Jim” Moherman
Ake Ae
Ottawa Herald
Madison’s Jewelers
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