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Newspaper
Lawrence Journal World
Location
Lawrence, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Apr 11, 1950
Page
4
Fragmentary OCR shows a public notice from a Kansas venue dated April 11, mentioning an act of March 13, 1879. Names and full details are unreadable, but the fragment references an event or listing in Venire, Kansas, with a header style typical of 19th century notices.
Republican leaders in congress propose lowering the legal debt ceiling from 275 to 257 billion while current debt exceeds 255 billion. They expect 2 billion leeway remains. Critics say lawmakers prefer debt growth via spending and appropriations rather than enforce fiscal discipline. They argue Congress lacks resolve to force government to live within its means.
Ayearlong AP report finds censorship expanding in the Far East and satellite states, despite nominally free nations. It notes growing controls on public information, press staff secrecy, and difficulties for correspondents while asserting free societies remain essential for credible news.
A Wyandotte County committee debates a public vote to decide the form of a World War II memorial. It urges careful design over haste, noting that artistic merit, taste, and appropriateness matter for generations. Pressure to act quickly from various interests is likely to test patience and standards.
Alfred Kohlberg, New York importer, blasts U S foreign policy by questioning Secretary Acheson’s guidance on Korea and Southeast Asia. He argues Chiang Kai-shek commands larger forces than several regional governments and urges better Far East expertise in the department. The letter raises debates on policy, while Kansas City political speculation links Pendergast machine and local elections, suggesting upheaval in governance and party fortunes.
The article cites Lewis as the top oil burner dealer and notes a major contract win four weeks ago that spurred a price rise for coal. It warns that thousands of Pennsylvania minors have lost jobs as costs rise and competition from oil and gas grows, with predictions of further job losses and sector tensions into summer.
Lawrence citizens commend the City Manager campaign coverage and editorial support. The writer praises the vivid front page editorial following the election and applauds the participants and campaign focus.
Edward F. Arn, Republican gubernatorial candidate, will deliver his kickoff speech at Wichita on April 1, after stepping down from the state Supreme Court bench to pursue the race. Arn previously served as attorney general before his appointment to the high court. The Sedgwick county Arn-for-governor committee will oversee the event.
In Boulder early Saturday police tracked a car weaving through the business district prompting frantic alerts. Harold Stewart pursued through heavy traffic for about six blocks before cornering the erratic vehicle. The person at the wheel was a six year old boy.
A Bend reader reports a fire at Bend Miller Ken of the Great Bend Milling Co. in Great Bend. The note mentions ABL Crs 4 and the company manager, with incomplete details about response or losses.
Ruth Christy daughter of Mr and Mrs William Christy born on leap year day spent 42 days in an incubator weighing two pounds five ounces at birth now weighs four pounds weekly growth noted. Henry Earl Riggs of Ann Arbor Michigan hosts cousins Miss May and Tey Riggs Hugh A Randall of Chetope Tyaterain tomorrow evening with Miss mother Mrs for Mian Marien wedding plans.
Fort y years ago the city council raised the price of graves from 1 to 20 cents per foot. The city marshal announced a burn day that the city dump near Bee wheet at the north end of the fill on the bridge would accept manure cane and trash but ban feathers meat and bones from butcher shops. Thomas F Walsh, a mining magnate who died in Washington, once lived in Paw rence and visited Europe with A Monroe. his daughter Evelyn Walsh Me Lean is noted as mother of the famous hundred million dollar baby.
A 25 year old notice recalls Major Sam Clarke’s illness after a flu surge. Mentions guests for Exster dinner at Mrs C L Salvenen with Mr and others attending.
The prime ministers of India and Pakistan signed a pact to ease tensions and safeguard minority rights, aiming to prevent further communal strife. The agreement pledges equal administration and harsh penalties for provocation, but its success hinges on faithful implementation by both governments. Remaining disputes include Kashmir, resource distribution, and economic frictions.
An Ohio jurist urged courts to adopt a substitute for divorce as a nationwide model. Judge Paul Wollander, heading a special committee, said a social investigation and psychoanalysis approach could replace traditional divorce. The idea aims to preserve rights while exploring underlying family needs and stability.
A playful fill in the blank style clue list presents a magazine style puzzle of across and down hints. The entries span music vocalists maritime waves celestial terms and mythic names, with several cryptic fragments and partial phrases stitched into a single themed grid.
Judge Alexander reviews the region's high divorce rate amid a history of marriage banns and private proceedings. The report notes a bleak trend as couples seek dissolution in a state where divorce appears prominent and legally scrutinized.
A long list of visits and dinners across Eudora and nearby towns describes Mr. and Mrs. Kamer hosting, Mr. and Mrs. Hernan Wirkman calling, and several Wichman, Born, Scholanthe, Eisele, Neis, and other families sharing meals, guests, and Sunday hospitality. Notable mentions include a Lawrence guest and hospital events at Memorial, with extended family from Omaha visiting after vacations.
A listing of radio program names and times across WDAF KMBC KUMO WREN and other stations. The page shows show titles like Cavalcade of America, Welcome Travelare, Modern Romances, and weathered program fragments with several presenters and hosts across Topeka and Kansas City areas.
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