Pendergast backs Nee for Missouri governor and maps county slate
James M. Pendergast announces his organization’s support for Dan Nee for the Democratic gubernatorial nomination amid a crowded field that includes Forrest Smith and Ray Cox. The group also backs county and state posts in Jackson County plus a behind the scenes push for other offices, signaling a August primary showdown. Koenigsdorf, a notable lawyer and WWII veteran, is named as a new county committee executive secretary.
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the Star
Missouri
James M. Pendergast
Yeserday
Dan Nee
T. J. Pendergast
Jackn County
Pendergast
Nee
Forrest Smith
Roy McKittrick
Rayond E. Cox
Centralia
William D. Cochran
Columbia
Main Street
James T. Buatt
Jefferson City
State House of Representatives
Robert W. Winn
New London
W. H. Holmeys
Vienna
Maries County
M. E. Morris
Trenton
Department of Revenue
J. E. Taylor
Harry Morris
Koenigsdorf
Kansas City
University of Missouri
East Sixty- Seventh Street
Koenigsdorf Leads Democratic Association Campaign
In Jackson County, H Koenigsdorf is named in charge of the Democratic Association campaign with Richard H. directing activities. The organization signals active support for the primary race and endorsements from local committee members as the campaign outlines its strategy.
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Democratic Association
Richard H
Mocratic Association
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Harry Aag
Jackson County
Angshort
Three Hurt When Cars Collide On Kansas City Street
A collision near Baltimore street and Central avenue in Kansas City Kansas hospitalizes three teens. Betty Whiles 16 Eugene Redman 18 and Larry English 14 are admitted at St. Margaret's for treatment. others suffer minor injuries. Drivers are Robert Jackson 19 and James Blessington 17.
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Baltimore Street
Central Avenue
Kansas City
Kansas
St. Margaret's Hospital
Betty Whiles
South Pyle
Eugene Redman
South Fourteenth Street
Larry English
South Valley Street
Robert Jackson
North Fifteenth Street
James Blessington
Hleventh Street
Summertime Vacation Topic Set by Children’s Group
The family and child welfare division plans a discussion at 1 30 pm tomorrow at Community Chest headquarters 1020 McGee. Miss Georgiana McLarnan will lead on Recreation and Play in Children's Institutions with practical ideas for summer recreation fitting institution schedules and space.
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Children’s Institution Committee
Family and Child Welfare Division
Council of Social Agencies
Community Chest
McGee
Georgiana McLarnan
Minute Circle Friendly House
Naval Reserve Day at Fairyland Park Highlights
Naval Reserve day at Fairyland Park starts at 2 30 today with a marine navy baseball game a dance vaudeville acts and a fireworks display. Navy reserve members explain new equipment demonstrations and enlistment booths operate with literature about the program. A 1948 Chevrolet sedan will be given away at 11 o'clock tonight.
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Parole Board Grants Five Release Requests in Jackson County
The Jackson County board of paroles approved five parole applications while denying four and revoking one. Paroled were William Black, Young T Owens, John M Nelson, Isaac Dixon, and Lawrence W Hedden. Denied parole were Thelma M Williams Cleo Phelps Leo Webb and James H Suess. James M White had his parole revoked and five others were discharged from parole: Elmer Morris Frances Arnold Charles K Conway Clarence Ruckdeschel and Marion Vaughn.
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Jackson County Board of Paroles
William Black
Young T. Owens
John M. Nelson
Isaac Dixon
Lawrence W. Hedden
Thelma M. Williams
Cleo Phelps
Leo Webb
James H. Suess
James M. White
Elmer Morris
Frances Arnold
Charles K. Conway
Clarence Ruckdeschel
Marion Vaughn
Hillcrest Fete Draws 1500 for Family Carnival Night
About 1,500 members and families gathered at Hillcrest Country Club for a barbecue carnival with games and a water show in the pool. Special diving and swimming demonstrations were presented by members. A wristwatch found in downtown Leavenworth, Kansas, is held for its owner by Mrs. Charles Larkin of 512 Ottawa Street.
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Hillcrest Country Club
Hillcrest Pool
Charles Larkin
Ottawa Street
Leavenworth
Kas
Sheriff uses lie test in courthouse theft probe
Sheriff J. A. Purdome says lie detector tests are central to the courthouse safe robbery probe. Several people were tested at police headquarters and more will be examined, while $9,661 in cash and $5,000 in certified checks vanished from the civil division safe on the courthouse’s third floor. Purdome, a Democratic candidate, paused his campaign to focus on the case and did not name those tested. James G. Kimbrell said his office was informed of the missing funds but not involved in the investigation.
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J. A. Purdome
Sheriff’s Office
Jackson County
Purdome
Phillips
James G. Kimbrell
Office Safe With G O P Two Sheriff Candidates Promise End to Thefts
Two Republican sheriff hopefuls Lloyd Cole and Lyle Leshure told about fifty people at a Fifteenth ward rally that courthouse thefts show the need for a change in law enforcement in Jackson County. Cole vowed no ballots or safes would be stolen if elected.
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Jackson County
Lloyd Cole
Lyle
Leshure
Cole
Blood donors urged for mobile unit visit at Veterans hospitals
The Red Cross appeals to Kansas citizens aged 18 to 60 in good health to donate blood. A Wadsworth mobile unit will be on West Eleventh Street in front of the American Red Cross headquarters on Monday from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. at Wadsworth and Excelsior Springs Veterans hospitals.
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Kansas
Wadsworth
Excelsior Springs
West Eleventh Street
American Red Cross
Scooter Crash Injures 13 Year-Old in City
William Hamm aged 13 suffered a fractured left arm and facial cuts yesterday afternoon after his motor scooter collided with a motor car at Twenty first street and Askew. He was taken to General Hospital by the car driver Lee Templeton 26 of Spring.
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William Hamm
Askew Avenue
Twenty-first Street
Askew
General Hospital
Lee Templeton
Ian
Profit for City Raises Credit Rating and Lowers Bond Rates
The city improves its finances boosting its credit rating and expected to secure lower interest on new bonds. Officials cite stronger revenue, disciplined spending, and improved debt management as factors behind the upgrade. Analysts note favorable market reception and potential saved costs over time.
City news: Kansas City bond rating raised to AA
Rollin F Agard reports Moody's view that Kansas City finances have improved. The general obligation bonds voted last fall totals 35 561 000 dollars. Moody's revision notes a sound diversified economy and optimistic outlook, with debt not at dangerous levels. Republican club to meet at 8 pm with charter commissioners speaking.
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Rollin F. Agard
Kansas City
Agard
Moody's Investors’ Service
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