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Newspaper
Lawrence Journal World
Location
Lawrence, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Apr 07, 1955
Page
2
The Lawrence Kansas World announces election results and honors candidates. It notes the peaceful campaign, the voters’ informed choice, and the value of both winners and unsuccessful contestants in strengthening American democracy. The piece stresses public service and community guidance.
A broad critique of federal independent agencies under Eisenhower cites the FCC. FTC. CAB. NLRB. FPC and ICC as mired in post election turmoil. It argues delays from Congress slow appointment of executives, examiners biased by prior administrations, and GOP efforts to steer rulings via personnel and policy guidance, urging courts level independence for public interest.
Radio and TV listings show stations WDAF WREN KF KU 1250 KMBC and WJEO detailing programs for Thursday and Friday. The schedule includes Allan Jackson Rosemary Cleary Diana Shore Lone Ranger The Outer Limits and news segments among a broad mix of dramas comedies and musical programs across multiple stations with time slots from morning to late night.
A 1954 tally shows 123 found guilty after trial for Internal Revenue crimes and 419 pleaded guilty, with a 76 percent rise in verdicts from the prior year. The net worth method under Supreme Court approval helps prove unreported income when records are missing or inaccurate. Tax dodging is described as a national burden, though false indictments can harm innocent individuals. The piece argues against overzealous indictments that permanently brand defendants as evaders.
The Chicago Tribune intends to carry on nearly its existing policies under new arrangements after Col Robert R. McCormick’s death. The move raises questions about Republican ties and political influence, given the paper’s long history and Medill’s early role in party founding.
Editor notes farm products and farm machinery create jobs through processing and selling, tying farmers to labor and capital. Rural workers may join unions, while owners invest and oppose labor power. the Right to Work bill aimed to curb labor bosses, but the legislature failed to pass it and attention shifts to more immediate topics.
High ranking officials and newsmen have long shared off the record dinners to gain background for spot news and stories. A Dinner misquote centered on Adm. Carney sparked a broader dispute over attribution and accuracy. Eisenhower denied knowing of an impending attack while Carney later denied predicting one for mid April.
Rome reports tax evasion as a national sport echoing Italy and France. Mass avoidance costs governments millions while the U S pressures reforms. Rich actors like Gina Lollobrigida and Vittorio De Sica are cited in estimates. both countries seek tougher penalties and broader tax bases amid public resistance.
A humorous note explains scheduling shifts for spring cleaning. The piece contrasts planned chores with spontaneous visits and mentions a father taking soiled neckties to be cleaned. It reflects a domestic routine and mild insomnia as time issues arise.
The quiz asks where Mardi Gras comes from, noting it means fat Tuesday in French and refers to the festival. It also asks which is the largest wild sheep, identifying the Argali of the Altai Mountains in Siberia and Mongolia.
A brief scripture note presents Psalm 92:12, declaring the righteous will flourish like the cedars of Lebanon. The line emphasizes strength and enduring growth as a guiding spiritual theme for readers today.
Old Home Town notes a Chancellor and Mrs Malott hosting students to meet pianist Alec Templeton after his recital. Various visits and social events include Edwards Braniff guests, a Clinton Mo visitor, Ruth Orcutt piano recital, and music week sponsorship by the Music Club. A marriage, births, and new homes are recorded along with city politics and a Northeast Kansas League contest.
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