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Newspaper
Kansas City Star
Location
Kansas City, Missouri, United States of America
Date
Jun 11, 1948
Page
2
Tait accuses President Truman of undermining Congress and attempts to discredit Representative Rule. The exchange highlights partisan friction as both sides clash over governance and accountability.
An Ohio official criticizes support for communist and fascist movements, asserting that aiding them betrays democratic values. He urges firm action and public condemnation to curb influence.
Senator Taft urged voters to support a change in leadership, accusing President Truman of attacking Congress and democracy. He warned of communist influence, urged adjournment of Congress, and argued for a government limiting regulation and taxation. He criticized Truman’s western tour and his handling of the eightieth Congress.
Jens Stensaas will retire after forty-two years as Bethany College treasurer on June 1. Vernon Johnson, a World War II veteran and former Gamble store partner, will take over July 31. Stensaas also led the Messiah festivals for 42 years, overseeing planning, printing, and ticket management.
Fragmentary note mentions a service and a downtown Ford dealer Rudy For Fick. No clear event or outcome is stated.
Pan American Airways said Orient cargo rates will drop 20 to 30 percent starting Monday. Tokyo to Shanghai rates are 41 cents per lb under 100 lb and 31 cents for 100 lb or more. Tokyo to Manila rates are $1.01 per lb under 100 lb and 75 cents for over 100 lb.
Vern F. Carpenter of Jefferson City a candidate for the Republican nomination for state treasurer met Kansas City party leaders today. A World War I veteran and former deputy state bank commissioner he has long been active in Missouri politics and served as commander and service officer of the California American Legion. He has campaigned in ninety of Missouri’s 114 counties.
Funeral services for Lewis B. Schwellenbach secretary of labor were held at the Washington Cathedral. He died yesterday at Walter Reed hospital after May 28 illness. His body was to be flown to Seattle for final rites. Burial will be in Washells cemetery with government officials and Labor Department staff attending.
A survivor recalls a fatal ship sinking in a corridor as passengers scrambled toward the rail. Panic, cries, and a rush to escape mark the chaotic moment before the Krobenhavn disappeared and rescue crews arrived.
The Thompson campaign arrives for a two day visit joined by campaign manager W F Phares and a Kansas City law club sponsor. In attendance are Jackson County legislators and party officials as Thompson plans meetings with university groups and a 7:30 reception at Hotel Muehlebach. A 3 PM ward club picnic at Cypress Avenue follows with a 6 PM Thompson for governor gathering at Lincoln Hall.
A gas ignition is believed to have occurred when Mrs George H Helmers used an electric sweeper in the living room. The elder Mrs Helmers expressed concern for her black cocker spaniel Dodo, who vanished after the blast. Neighbors saw the dog fleeing the burning duplex at 7502 Terrace Street. Call Jackson 1281 if you saw the dog or can help. Blood donors are asked to go to St Luke's blood bank for Mrs Helmers transfusion needs.
County board hears Independent Education Association speakers led by Miss Margaret McElin seek reassessment to boost revenue for a 10 month school term. They accuse downtown property favoritism and urge state tax commission to address inequities while noting Pratt & Whitney and Fidelity plant transfers reduced local tax base.
Dr. George Arnakis founder and director of the Institute of English Language and Literature in Athens Greece has been named assistant professor of Classical and Near Eastern Civilization at the University of Kansas City He is 36 and author of five books on English grammar and literature He earned a BA from Robert College in Istanbul and a PhD with honors at the University of Athens.
Four men were sentenced by Judge Albert A. Ridge for violating the White Slave Traffic Act. Leland Biggers received one year and one day, Claude Searcy three years, Sterling Eddie Scott eighteen months, and Fred Whitenack eighteen months. Indicted May 20, they allegedly operated a white slave ring in four Kansas City hotels and transported five girls from Texas and Oklahoma. Arrests followed May 1 raids led by Lieut. Doral L. Denison.
Mrs. Helen S. Butterfield, 48, of 3723 Washington Street, suffered fractures of both legs and a collarbone when struck by a motor car as she stepped from a safety island at 3543 Broadway. She was reported in satisfactory condition today at General Hospital.
The 90 piece Army ground forces band starts a national tour with Kansas City concerts June 25 and 26 and Topeka June 27. Performances at Municipal Auditorium Arena and Loose Park begin at 8 pm with a Children’s Mercy Hospital show tentatively June 26 at 3 pm. About 25 000 tickets issued via the Merchants Association. The program features Cole Porter Schubert and Wagner pieces and includes a 25 man glee club performing Ballad of the Infantry.
Walter E Gillham a mechanical engineer of 6336 Morning Side Drive with offices in Scarritt Arcade has been appointed by Mayor William Re Kemp to the mechanical and electrical appeal board under the new building code. The appointment awaits council approval.
Westinghouse Electric announces a 6 percent wage increase plus an extra paid holiday for hourly workers as talks with unions resume. About 80,000 employees in nearly 20 states are affected, with the raise averaging 7.9 cents per hour and the Washington’s Birthday holiday adding about 2 cents per hour.
A beaver thwarted in dam construction on Silver Bow creek was captured by Jack Ritter and Louis Bungi who used a garden rake to remove the animal. They considered making it a pet but released it in nearby hills after the beaver fought the idea.
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