Enthusiasm Grows for National Highway Conference
County officials urged to attend the Fifth Annual National Highway Conference October 28 to 30 in French Lick Indiana. More than a thousand delegates are expected to hear top county highway experts discuss trends in financing planning revenues and administration. Ben F. Ostergren of the American Road Builders Association offers information and reservations.
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French Lick
Ben F. Ostergren
American Road Builders Association
World Center Buildings
Washington
Call for delay on county hospital bond issue
The Courier urges continued support for a county hospital but argues against placing a hospital bond on the November ballot. It favors a separate election with a strong educational campaign to counter misinformation from the last vote and to unite supporters before any vote.
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The
Courier
Light on the Subject That Counts in Photography
John Van Guilder discusses how lighting the subject, not the camera’s location, shapes the photo. He recounts a Greenfield Village incident where a bystander blocked a shade-filled shot, highlighting common lighting misconceptions.
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John van Guilder
Poets Nook Prefers Practical Tasks Over Abstract Study
Dorothy De Zouche expresses a playful affection for household chores over formal learning in a humorous monologue. The speaker favors wax and glue, organizing tea towels, baking, cleaning, and dusting books, valuing tangible tasks over topics like Hegel, Peruvian ores, or Proust nouns.
Quote by G. Macdonald on honesty and gratitude
A brief paraphrase notes that honest reception is the best thanks for something good. The quote attributes to G. Macdonald and stresses integrity in expressing appreciation.
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G. Macdonald
Empress Gives Birth to Daughter Olga in Russia
The Empress of Russia has safely delivered a daughter named Olga while the Czar shows temporary happiness. St. Petersburg public buildings fly flags to honor the birth.
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Russia
Olga
St. Petersburg
Laycock Wins Johnson Motor Award For Water Conservation
George Laycock, outdoor writer, wins 1000 top prize in the Johnson Motor Award for the Best Contribution to Water Conservation and Recreation in 1956. His success comes amid Ohio hunting legislation debates and quail bill setbacks affecting 800,000 hunters. Clarence Lytle from Batavia to present recommendations at Columbus Fish & Game Hearing representing the Sixth District farmers.
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George
Clarence Lytle
Batavia Sportsmen & Farmer
Columbus
Clarence
Wildlife Council
Laugh and Live Longer Jokes and Short News Bits
A collection of humorous vignettes and light anecdotes from a newspaper page. Stories include a boy claiming heroism after a pool incident, a gray-haired driver challenging a trooper, retirees updating their homes, a new Postmaster’s dry reply, and a skunk-friendly gin rummy line. The tone is folksy and playful with quick punchlines.
Batavia Residents Promoted in University of Cincinnati Faculty
Two Clermont County residents from Batavia are promoted in rank at the University of Cincinnati. Anthony Montero is advanced to assistant professor in the college of nursing and health, while Russell Tye becomes assistant professor in industrial health, effective September 1, announced by President Walter C. Langsam. Summerside WSCS to host covered dish picnic at Bell's Lake on Thursday, Aug. 1. July meeting canceled.
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University of Cincinnati
Walter C. Langsman
Anthony Montero
Powder Drive
Rt. 1
Batavia
College of Nursing and Health
Russell Tye
Rt. 5
Summerside
WSCS
Summerside Methodist Church
Bell's Lake
Joseph and the Open Heart of Greatness
Dr Foreman argues true greatness comes from a high soul guided by faith and an open mind. He highlights Joseph of Egypt as a model of forgiveness, mercy, and revision of prejudices, showing how God’s guidance shapes decisions and leadership.
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Abraham Lincoln
Dwight L. Moody
Helen Keller
Joseph
Egypt
God
Palestine
Voltaire
Christian Lion
Council of the Churches of Christ
U. Kennemines
Bicycle Collision Injures Teen in Bantam
Clayton Reesh 16 of South Bantam Road was biking from a side road into South Bantam Road and into a car driven by Ed win McCarty Rt 1 New Richmond. McCarty took him to a physician and Our Lady of Mercy Hospital for examination.
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Bantam
Clayton Reesh
South Bantam Rd
Edwin McCarty
Rt. 1
New Richmond
Our Lady of Mercy Hospital
Looking Ahead by Dr Benson Presidents Harding College
Dr. Benson, president of Harding College and director of the National Education Program, is celebrated for developing American Studies and educational materials. The 1957 Year Book honors his life, his mission for freedom, and the college’s role as a model in American education.
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Glenn A. Green
National Education Program
Benson
Dr. Benson
Harding College
Harding
United States
Europe
America
George Stuart Benson
Glenn Green
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