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Frontenac motorman spies body near tracks; man just sleeping it off
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Excerpted stories in Crawford County newspaper archives
100 Years Ago
May 2, 1923
Bishop William F. Anderson, of Cincinnati, conducted the dedication services at McCune Sunday night …
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By Phil Burgert
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5/2/23
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Area Events
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Saturday, April 29
Cowboy Days
The Crawford County Historical Museum is hosting Cowboy Days on Saturday, April 29, from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Attractions include roping demonstrations, trick …
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4/29/23
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Abuse survivor turns to food to deal with troubled past
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DEAR ABBY: In many ways, I am blessed. I have an amazing family, a great husband and a well-paying job that I enjoy. My only problem is, I hate myself. I hide my pain with humor (I'm pretty funny). I …
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By Abigail Van Buren
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4/29/23
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Thrown for a loop: Thoughts on proposed bypass
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I studied Italian with two former Republic of Frontenackers: Ozzie “The Professor” Bartelli and Millo “The Socratic Bulldozer” Farneti. Though I did not master the language, I did retain a …
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By JT Knoll
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4/29/23
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Siblings take different approach toward mother
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DEAR ABBY: Our mom just turned 100, and she is in good health. I threw a big birthday celebration to honor this amazing woman. My brother and I were adopted as infants. She gave us a fabulous …
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By Abigail Van Buren
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4/28/23
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A wholesome grain salad
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There is something intrinsically gratifying about a hearty grain salad. Fresh and chewy, brimming with greens and chopped vegetables, it's nutritious, versatile and satisfying. This bulgur salad is …
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By Lynda Balslev
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4/28/23
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State board debates regulations for girls' dormitories
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100 Years Ago
April 28, 1923
Cooperation of the transportation committees of the Chambers of Commerce of Kansas City, Mo., and …
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By Phil Burgert
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4/28/23
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KRPS public radio celebrates a decade on-air
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Excerpted stories in Crawford County newspaper archives
100 Years Ago
April 29-May 1, 1923
Pittsburg is to have an airplane landing field in the near future, it was decided at a meeting of …
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By Phil Burgert
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4/28/23
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Friday, April 28
Talking Heads Discussion Group
The Talking Heads discussion group will meet at 9 a.m. every Friday morning at the Pittsburg Public Library. Using The Great Courses Series …
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4/28/23
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Belgian settlement and culture in Kansas Little Balkans
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The following article is by Dr. William E. Powell, a professor at Pittsburg State University from 1959 to 1996, teaching geography and geology. Dr. Powell has published many articles on various …
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By J.T. Knoll
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4/27/23
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Dickey Manufacturing announces half-dollar raise for all factory workers
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100 Years Ago
April 27, 1923
Anna Case, noted American soprano, in a concert recital last night in Carney hall at the college, won a …
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By Phil Burgert
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4/27/23
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House sitter spotted snooping around
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DEAR ABBY: A close friend takes care of my home when I travel several times a year. It involves picking up my mail, watering my indoor and outside plants and checking through the house for anything …
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By Abigail Van Buren
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4/27/23
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Thursday, April 27
Frontenac American Legion Bingo
Held the first and third Thursdays of the month at the Frontenac Senior Citizen Center. Open to the public. Doors open at 5 p.m. Play …
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4/27/23
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4 top tips for upgrading your health and wellness routine
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(BPT) - For many, the longer days, warmer temperatures, and blooming flowers of spring and summer bring a renewed sense of energy and motivation to paint the garage or freshen up the …
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4/26/23
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Straight, Square, and Strong
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I am the kind that likes to create a parable, and then when the reader least expects it, do a zig and get to my point. Please bear with me. I share some of my carpentry projects on my Facebook page. …
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By Bobby Neal Winters
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4/26/23
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Gov. Docking requests $2.5 million in disaster aid from Nixon Administration
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100 Years Ago
April 26, 1923
The district meeting of the Independent Order of Odd Fellows lodge commemorating the 104th …
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By Phil Burgert
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4/26/23
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Ex still a negative influence on husband's life
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DEAR ABBY: My wife and I were married 21 years ago. Since then, she has admitted to cheating with 10 different men. Each time, I stayed with her, hoping she'd change. I finally left 3 1/2 years ago …
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By Abigail Van Buren
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4/26/23
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There’s More to the Story
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If you were to walk into the library on any given day, you might find children gathered around Gail on the story time rug, listening intently as she reads to them. Perhaps there’s a group …
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By Carol Ann Robb / Adult Services Librarian, Pittsburg Public Library
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4/26/23
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Area Events
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Wednesday, April 26
Story Time at the Library
The Pittsburg Public Library invites kids and families to the library at 10 a.m. Tuesdays and Wednesdays for a story time. The program is free …
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4/26/23
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Tuesday, April 25
Art Exploration Instruction
Join Gallery artists Pat Glick and Laura Wright every Tuesday afternoon for a fun time working on citizens’ own projects or art from 12:30 to …
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4/25/23
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