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Newspaper
Lawrence Journal World
Location
Lawrence, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Apr 13, 1946
Page
4
Fragmentary OCR text from a legal notice includes ad wording and a church quotation. The readable items reference Lorenzen & Thompson Inc in New York and Kansas City addresses, a monthly advance payment amount, and a dated notice around a Saturday April 13. The passage notes a published digest blend and audit reference, with a Bible verse quoted about living worthy of the gospel.
Chancellor Malotti notes Congress promises education to veterans without checking school capacity. With demobilization underway, veterans expect to use benefits promptly after discharge, but rising numbers strain schools already at capacity. The situation mirrors concerns over rations and equipment for new troops.
A refugee claims Franco era troops assembling on the French border amounting to 450000 on the Spanish side. The report, if true, could prompt UN Security Council inquiry into mobilization far exceeding France's current fighting strength and may threaten Franco in the long term.
The El Dorado Times rejects Mohler’s suggestion to rename the Flint Hills to Bluestem Pastures. It notes a 20 year history of similar efforts failing and argues locals will still call the region the Flint Hills despite any maps or ads. The article emphasizes the region’s long-standing designation and rugged landscape.
President Truman calls for a unified defense force despite continued debate among admirals. Officers will be consulted in select ranks, with the plan requiring broader consensus. Topeka Journal proposes an anti‑six‑day pace to balance the calendar, while OPA pricing remains a contested issue for consumers.
An Information Bulletin from March 28 1946 issued by the Soviet embassy in Washington asserts vast undeveloped oil resources in the USSR including new fields in Bashkiria Samarskaya Luka Molotov region and the Caucasus. A pamphlet The Sixteen Soviet Republics credits the USSR with world leading oil and mineral reserves. The piece suggests Russia seeks political influence in Iran beyond economics.
A light column blends Mrs. Truman's bridge guest list with the Washington Weekend Widowers, notes on atomic energy debates, nylon stock shortages, and a quip about the last vice presidency as a punchline. The snippets skew toward satire and public mood in postwar America.
A correspondent notes the Moslem League led by Jinnah and the All India Congress face a core conflict between Hindu and Moslem majorities. He believes mixing communities is possible with expert handling and cites British optimism that India can reach a decision, welcomed worldwide.
Mrs Inez P Ross visited Kansas City to see sons Marshall Ross in Bridgeport Conn and Don Ross in Wichita. Hoval erasbor camp guests gathered for Mrs Clyde Stewarts birthday at Pine the College cafe Baldwin. Mrs Anna Marshall and Mrs Cecilia Leitch returned from Fort Scott after attending the State Federation of Women’s Clubs. Mr and Mrs Claude Becks hosted a dinner honoring Aunt Mrs Clifford Parsons of Tucson with guests including Mia Charles Becks Cecilia Leitch and John Beeke. Daisy Williams visited Mayme Krum in Baldwin. Gilbert Gander and Simpson Taylor attended a Lawrence dinner with Joseph Wahl Camp and Women’s Auxiliary. Taylor Birthday observed with cake shared at the event. The Auxiliary marked its 21st anniversary with three charter members present Minnie Dicker Lara McKittrick and Mrs Taylor of Baldwin. Mrs Gander helped with the program. Holy Week events at First Methodist Baldwin include Palm Sunday service and baptism, a Messiah vesper, Monday and Tuesday talks by Rev Willis Taplin and Dr H K Ebright. Wednesday Prof Richard Bender on Worship and Christian Living. Thursday details follow.
Letters to the Editor urges naming the new Wakarusa bridge the Douglas County Victory Bridge. The bridge began in World War II and finished as victory was declared to honor local men who died serving in the war, serving as a lasting reminder of their sacrifices.
The British cabinet mission in New Delhi seeks decisive Indian party talks to resolve decades of conflict between the All-India Congress led by Gandhi and the Muslim League led by Jinnah. The London plan calls for a workable settlement acceptable to all sides amid volatile, bloodied history.
Mrs N P Sherwood hosted breakfast for friends of her daughter Ise Margaret Sherwood visiting from Kansas City where she pursues graduate work at Bell Memorial Hospital. Guests included Mar ree McNown Winifred Line Kathleen King Alice Hos ford Ruth Stockwell Martha Cameron Evangeline Clark and Sherwood. Nearby families hosted relatives and Easter visits were planned with Alice Wesley Spearville and Verna McQuey. Investment reported at 6700 dollars. Mrs Thomas McFarland’s 88th birthday celebrated with dinner. E J Bowen and S H Jackson traveling, Hemphill couple visiting Ottawa, George Johannes and Marion in Kansas City.
Twenty five years ago a teacher pay schedule set minimums of 1000 and maximums of 2100 for female teachers as approved by the school board, affecting area schools and staff relations.
Forty years ago G V Williams harness shop at Wisconsin and Elliott Street was destroyed by fire last night. The blaze reached about nine o'clock, with a house occupied by J S Taylor, Riverside school teacher, burning around two this morning. Taylor escaped from an upstairs window, while Mrs Taylor was away in Kansas City. Mrs Edward Russell travels to St Joseph for an extended visit. Mrs M Cahill visits Mrs Ware. David Krehbiel on a Missouri ranch. Miss Idx pecatanti to spend Easter in Kansas. Mr and Mrs Robert Edmondson depart for Texas league baseball assignment.
Fragmented OCR text references a patrol squadron insignia and a morose note about the thirteenth. It mentions U.S. naval aviation and a charged or weary corridor with terms related to malt drink and fruit. The readable content is sparse and disjointed.
A diary of radio programs for WEEN-14 and KMBC NBC stations lists music, news, and variety slots for Saturday and Sunday. It also notes Good Friday services led by Dr George M Horcourt and nearby church activities, plus community updates on traffic, district meetings, and a police report from Springfield about a snowbound incident at the courthouse.
Fragmented OCR shows a dense list of radio programs and station references including WREN KMBC WDAF WDAP WDAF and KS, with times and program titles. It reads like a late night or weekday schedule detailing orchestras, talk shows, drama, news roundups, and musical features across stations, hints of hosts, and varying times.
News notes print twenty of Captain Bob Teuns Rangers top songs and a new songbook. A half hour of The Texas Rangers is on at 9 pm Tuesday. Plans are set for the two hour Big Brother Club party at the Kansas City Municipal Auditorium next Saturday at 2 pm. Brush Creek Follies promises a fun time for members only. Radio shifts include Lanny Ross, Jack Smith, Dick Haymes, Ann Sothern, and Listen to a Love Song at various new times amid daylight saving changes. Ted Ross, 24, from Denver, marks his second anniversary with KMBC in June. Readers may send questions to Uncle Jim Carson for a forthcoming Mailbox column.
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