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Newspaper
Lawrence Journal World
Location
Lawrence, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Apr 14, 1950
Page
1
Senators act on regulations by the acre and by the bushels. Measures aim to curb potato surpluses and stabilize pricing, with committees outlining enforcement and expected results for farmers and markets.
Fragmentary text references US tariff rates and European security aid, with mentions of senators, committees, and a planned study. garbled names and dates obscure specifics, but notes a late afternoon amendment and fiscal measures affecting a basin project.
Report outlines Kefauver led probe plans with a summer to fall travel schedule. Senate investigators expected to appoint an economic subcommittee and assign members from Missouri and New York to oversee intercity crime inquiries.
Weather notes from Topeka and surrounding areas show record low temperatures last night with Leavenworth and Fort Riley near the coldest. Predictions point to unsettled Mariner like weather with some light precipitation in the southwest corner and continued frost risk for early fruit trees.
Members of the county Rural Life organization urged cooperation with civic groups to back a countywide agricultural fair proposed for Law n. Howard Lynes noted offers from farmers countywide as enthusiasm grew for an event linking town residents and farms. A program followed by Rev. Abel and others and a reception planned by Mrs. Clifton James and Mrs. George Anderson.
chaotic report describes police response in Kansas City after multiple shootings. references to Harry Co Nestatt and Maer Willim Klemper Kanes City authorities, civil contempt, and federal grand jury issues tied to Blanche Howard. mentions Chicago detectives and Ballistic experts reviewing evidence.
The article describes a pardon for Curley amid political turmoil, noting prior convic tions and recent White House and Justice Department statements. It mentions Wakefield and Wakefield related cases, a Rome trip, and Curley’s ongoing citizenship status without loss of rights.
Agents raided a Kansas City location uncovering whisky valued at over 100000 dollars prepared for shipment into Oklahoma. Three witnesses and one suspect testified as authorities seized contraband and netted Carulla and associates including Mike Arnone Tony Marcella and Sam Torien. The site lies a mile from the Truman road politics HQ where a slaying occurred last week involving Binaggio and Charles Gargotta.
A garbled Athens dispatch reports Prime Minister Sophocles Venize resigning as political pressure mounts. The text hints at a party split and U.S. diplomatic interest, with no clear date or additional names clearly readable.
A national Republican statement denounces President Truman for worsened prospects, debt, and taxes as he enters his sixth year in office. Kay Gabrielson accuses Truman of fueling the cold war in Asia and damaging the economy while supporters defend postwar prosperity.
Washington reports President Truman will make at least four mid year speeches on a western country tour beginning May 7. Invitations accepted include a May 14 address in Madison Wisconsin and dedications at Yellowstone Dam near Casper Wyoming on May 9. Additional talks are planned at Grand Forks North Dakota and a Democratic rally in Chicago with possible stops in the Twin Cities Minnesota.
General Omar Bradley said the United States may need to prioritize Western defense over national sovereignty to meet North Atlantic security needs. He described a possible central Atlantic treaty body to coordinate tempo of armed forces expansion and cited pact chiefs outlining forces to hold Europe’s frontiers and keep supply lines open.
A convertible with top down crashed into parked cars on a Pennsylvanian street, ejecting two men who suffered minor injuries. Ralph Murchs and Arthur Thompson, both ejected, were reported fine aside from minor cuts and clothing damage. Garcia pleaded guilty to drunken driving and received a 30 day jail term plus fines. a prior weapon conviction parole was revoked. Both cars were demolished.
A local chamber meeting voted to close stores for the I Am American parade during Dollar Day events. About a hundred women attended as members approved a timing plan with a 2 p.m. parade start in the Howentown district and a morning procession tied to the Kansas Relays on April 28.
Kansas river basin cities including Lawrence must prepare sewage treatment plans by January 1 1953 under state board of health order. Cities under 3000 population gain extra bidding seats. Lawrence faces 1950s bond debt and a projected four years to build a facility with primary treatment standards.
A Kansas state project for the Deaf School in Olathe advances with a $250 000 appropriation for building and $340 000 for equipment. The plan includes dormitories living quarters and training facilities for 26 boys 30 girls and staff. The concert tonight at Liberty Memorial High School directed by Charles Kas singer showcases student instrumental groups.
A Pan American Day celebration featured Chilean officials and a Chilean head of state at a morning meeting of the Organization of American States council. The day included honors, a banquet, awards at the Shoreham hotel, and a reception at the Pan American Union building.
State orders cutbacks across welfare services including dependent children and general assistance. Douglas County reports average GA payments of 11.67 while state average is 23.35. Cuts spark controversy over maintenance benefits and work requirements amid anticipated state deficit.
Five schools Viberty Memorial Maskell Tope Ute Tawe and Highland Park enter the fifth annual Haskell Relays at Haskell stadium this afternoon. Eight running events are scheduled for tonight as part of the unusual track and field meet designed to boost interest. events begin at Worlock and Tuprkm.
Ottumwa Iowa April 14. School board investigates seniors at Ottumwa High School for weak grammar knowledge. Officials consider relaxing English requirements as about 21 of 400 seniors may fail to graduate due to grammar shortfalls. Parents tutor at home while board weighs policy changes and remediation plans.
Lawrence embarks on a city wide elm tree spraying plan to combat canker worms. Workers will use two spray rigs to apply DDT and arsenate of lead mixed in water over two weeks, weather permitting. Property owners may hire private crews at their own expense to protect trees in yards and parks.
Jenjamin Giteln of Topeka, son of Koander of Pint peha, dies after being called home by his brother Keltner to Red Son Milwaukee. Dave Ditwin, Mayer Browln, and John Ditwin head the firm with ties to Lawrence and Newtonny, while veteran MLB fielder Keltner signs with the Moston ged Sox and departs immediately to join the club.
The forecast covers April 14 to 19 with normal minimums in Nebraska and Missouri and scattered totals around a quarter inch. Warmer Saturday followed by a cooler Sunday, with southeasterly winds and partly cloudy skies in Kansas. Nebraska, eastern Oklahoma and Missouri show chances of Saturday night to Sunday precipitation.
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