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Newspaper

Lawrence Journal World

Location

Lawrence, Kansas, United States of America

Date

Apr 05, 1947

Page

4

No Russian Report Arrangements Made for Exchange

The United States Great Britain and Russia agreed on April 1 for filing reports on information exchange largely urged by Soviet Molotov. Secretary Marshall sent the American report to Molotov last Monday, but no Russian report has reached the American delegation in Moscow. The episode reinforces the view that Russian diplomats are slippery and not bound by their word.

China United States Great Britain Russia Molotov Marshall Moscow

United Nations faces Solomon test on Palestine crisis

AAP Foreign Affairs analysis argues the UN must demonstrate Solomon-like wisdom to resolve the Arab Jewish dispute in Palestine. Britain clings to the mandate, unlikely to fund or deploy troops, while world opinion and a five power veto shape any potential plan. The piece notes fresh UN potential but warns of deep Levant interests and enforcement challenges.

Cewlt maCkanzis Anaivet Solomon United Nations Palestine Peace Organization United Britain America England U.N ER “Jre Russia France China Levant

Parkes hosts weekly evening musical and news gathering

Community club events list a Monday April 7 program featuring Ted Weet, Kon Hawk, and others with musical performances and news segments. Also noted are Voice of Firestone and theatre hour offerings, plus a 10:00 p.m. KMISC mystery broadcast and WDAR news.

KMBC Upper Club Ted Weet Kon Hawk Orld Netehdors Valoadym Abner Firestone Sherfork Holmes Thephony Hour Wi Ah Shaw

Radio Programs and Saturday News Summary

Radio WoAF-419 REN 15s EMBCWs89 RFRU-2250 ning airs programs including musical segments and news briefs. The broadcast references Ramses and other topics, with mentions of AM/FM schedules and a local TV station.

Woaf Ning. Apeil

Who is Herbie Kratoskat The Texan Ranger

The radio and screen star Herbie Kratoskat known for guitar and banjo solos on KMBRC Dinner Bell Round-up and Brush Creek Follies is presented as a guest columnist. Arizona legend and one of the original Texas Rangers, Kratoskat joins in offering words to readers.

Herbie Kratoskat Herbie KMBRC Brush Creek Arizona Texas Rangers Serf

Government may seize telephone system under Truman

Government spokesmen signaled that President Truman could take control of the telephone network if deemed necessary. He avoided committing to a course while evaluating events and continued to press unions to reconsider their strike plans as rail and coal actions set the broader context.

Truman

City resumes garbage collection under emergency plan

After a Tuesday council defeat on a new proposal, Lawrence voters left a health question unresolved. A return to trash pickup is set for next Tuesday under emergency funding from the general fund and street department, with a permanent system to be developed from experience and need.

Lawrence General Fund

Lewis targets cabinet member over dismissal demand

John L. Lewis rails at a cabinet member in a speech that demands the cabinet member's removal. The tirade reveals his limits in naming future cabinet personnel and tenure. The Trinole coal mine disaster recovery may boost mine safety inspections, while Lewis criticizes lax union and government inspection. The original portal pay suit is dismissed by agreement, setting a potential precedent shielding the treasury from further pitb suits by former war workers.

John L. Lewis Lewis Trinole Portal Treasury Pitb

Formosa Brutality Under Chinese Rule Reported

Reports say Chinese administration in Formosa after Allied victory is harsh and exploitative, with inhabitants suffering more under Beijing than under Japanese rule. Analysts fault the Chinese government for indifference to human suffering and poor living conditions, while a separate note suggests the attorney general may urge President Truman to seize telephones to ensure communication nationwide.

Pacific Formosa Salls Truman Central

Tax Fight voiced on high taxes and buying power

A Tribune summary reflects concerns over confiscatory taxes harming paychecks and private investment. It quotes E. Humphreys urging a tax system that encourages savings and capital flow to productive jobs, warning current levels threaten production and employment. These views appear in a broadcast commentary on national tax policy.

Eldorado Times I E. Hump Jr Rule Humphreys

Enlarged Fish and Game Activities Now Planned

Wratt Kansas April report from the State Fish and Game Commission outlines plans funded by higher hunting and fishing licenses. The $1.50 license fee effective July 1 will enlarge law enforcement, expand a bass hatchery, boost game bird production at state farms, improve state parks, and upgrade lakes and streams.

Old Home Town News And Community Happenings

Community notes record the gift of a nurses home for the University of Kansas campus by Mrs. Elizabeth M. Watkins, additions funded for Watkins Memorial hospital, and engagements within local families. Also listed are hospital operations, visits, bridge parties, a new community director arrival, and various social updates across towns including Perry and Topeka.

University of Kansas Elizabeth M. Watkins Watkins Watkins Memorial Hospital U. S G. Plank Herbert B. Hungerford Helen Andrew Hamilton Mra B. Hamilton K. i

Elliott Return Caps Visit to Albuquerque and Lawrene

Forty years ago news notes report Mr and Mrs A A Elliott and their daughter returning to Lawrence after six months in Albuquerque New Mexico. Other items note Skidoo card club hosts Miss Williams Mrs Tidrow Lowman Cole prize winners and seniors party invitations at the high school. Leta Wieko and Maitland Plummer wed at the bride’s parents home and more.

Mra A. A. Elliott Albuquerque N. M Henry Hyre Mr. Hyre Lawrence Mra. Dollar Misa Nelle Williams F. M. Tidrow George Lowman Fred Coleman Anna Wight Kansas City Phillip Elliott Honduras I i M. G. Manley Waldo Durr Eudora Leta Wieko Maitland Plummer

Easter Prayer Reflections Across Quiet Hearts

A fragmented Easter prayer notes peace and power within hearts. It speaks of reflection, grace, and divine presence guiding thoughts and actions during a reflective season.

Flashes of Life and Oddities from Early News

Short, quirky items from April spanning Oklahoma City meals and a locked drugstore, Spokane birthday party fire rescue, Springfield mayor elect Harry Eielson’s lucky tie tale, and his long political rise through multiple offices with election margins noted.

Springfield Harry Eielson Pan

Army Plans Ready for Deploying Troops and Planes

Washington April 4 71 The Army has plans ready for deploying its troops and planes to fight the first phases of a defensive war officials said today The statements address questions about testimony by Secretary of War Patterson Ke onal Committees the armed services have no overall plan for national defense Joint Chiefs of Staff have developed defense plans approved by the Secretaries of War and Navy and plans are constantly revised based on possible forms of attack by many potential enemies.

Washington War Department Patterson Keonal Armed Services Army Navy Air Chester W. Nimitz Naval Operations Senate Armed Forces Committee Joint Chiefs of Staff Secretaries of War and Navy Patterson Aiden Asume

First Envoy to India Nomination Revealed

Under Secretary Dean Acheson said Henry F. Grady will be nominated as the first U.S. ambassador to India, signaling the start of formal diplomatic ties. Acheson noted the nomination status at a news conference, while Asaf Ali presented credentials to President Truman months earlier.

Washington Dean Acheson Henry F. Grady U.S Indy India United States Asaf Ali Trumans

Hood family man linked to secret OSS matchbox camera

Developed by Hood Newspapers circulation, the matchbox camera described by Eastman Kodak in a report credits Henry Hood of Lawrence as a key figure in its development. About 1000 compact cameras were produced for OSS and underground forces with a vest pocket darkroom kit. The devices allowed blurredproof enlargements for resistance papers while staying highly portable. Hood's long association with Eastman Kodak since 1932 ties him to this wartime innovation.

Eastman Kodak Company Henry Hood George Hood Lawrence Office of Strategic Services Uderground

Easter breakfast begins Easter church service at First Presbyterian

Easter at the First Presbyterian Church opens with an Easter breakfast for high school youths, hosted by the Women's Guild calendar groups. The 11 o'clock service features floral decor, a candle lighting, and a sermon by the Rev. Theodore F. Astman titled If We Believe In Immortal Life. Music includes a Youth Choir anthem Halleluia, a duet by Trene Peabody and Helen Foster, and organ numbers by Mrs Ruth Minor, with Handel and Wider pieces enriching the program.

First Presbyterian Church Women's Guild Mra NS. M. Hough Theodore FH Astman Halleluia Hera Davidsea Wider Handel

Baldwin News Family Trip Report With Flickinger Escort

Dr and Mrs Stanley Fruckinger and children Jack Hs travel with Ph Nixon Futckinger meeting in Morrell after arrival. Miss Katherine Flickinger of Kansas City accompanies them on the trip.

Stanley Fuckinger Jack Hs Futckinger Met Cr. Pitckinger Morrellater Mise Katherine Flickinger Kansas

Fragmented crossword clues from historical newspaper page

Puzzle style list of Latin American horizons and vertical and across clues. Includes references to a pictured president of Chile Gabri Gonzalez and scattered terms like ostrichlike birds gods Ireland and war god. Contains abbreviations and cryptic crossword instructions with partial mappings and numbers.

Chile Gabri Gonzalez Ireland Seth

Free Clinic for Hard of Hearing in Lawrence

A local Lawrence free clinic offers hearing tests and services for the hard of hearing. The article notes ongoing research into hearing aids and the value of early testing, with emphasis on accessibility and public health outreach for underserved populations.

Lawrence

Note of Thanks to Neighbors from the Editor

A local editor thanks Mr and Mrs Joe Public for their kindness to Herb Kratoska and invites neighbors to meet at Brush Creek Follies on Saturday nights. He jokes about being shy with a humorous tone, shares reflections on editing this week, and notes an upcoming 4 line classified ad for 96 cents.

Herbie Kratoakser Joe Public Herb Kratoska Brush Creek Follies Reple George Washington White Denny Slofoot Jed AAR Amnc-Fm

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