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Newspaper

Lawrence Journal World

Location

Lawrence, Kansas, United States of America

Date

Apr 15, 1950

Page

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Airman Convicted in Germany Court Martial

A German court martial convicted Gustav Mueller of St Paul Minnesota after a two day trial for stealing papers from the US Intelligence School library in Oberammergau and giving secret documents to Soviet agents. Mueller testified he was not a communist, claiming he sought to entrap spies and loved the United States. He admitted contacting a Soviet agent in Bern and stated his motive was to trap agents rather than aid the Soviets. The trial involved about 14 American servicemen and their wives, with agents posing as Russian contacts during the proceedings.

Garmisch + Partenkirchen Germany LNAU Gustav Mueller St. Paul Mindi Fifer Mueller Bern Switzerland 1' ‘Inteligence School Oberammergau United States Kyrete Cerin Mery

State cleanup urged after Kansas City killings

Jefferson City April 15 a Republican legislator urged action to sever the underworld ties blamed for a series of KC killings. Webster argues only a statewide agency with broad powers can map the pattern of corruption and gang activity that hinders law enforcement. He notes the issue extends beyond local police and calls for state intervention. The governor could not be reached for comment. New summer hours listed for Cole's Food Center in Lincoln.

Jefferson City Republicat J ’ Smith Serine Missouri M. Webster Carethage Charles Rinacolo Kareas City Charles Reetta Kansas City Webster Minsou Miteshun Gankland

Engineers and Firemen May Join Strike On Diesels

Washington April 15 UPI rail unions may join a strike to force a third man on diesel locomotives. Two locomotive crews oppose diesels and unions plan a Chicago meeting to discuss action. Authorities say the case could set a precedent for future strikes.

Washington UPA Rail Union Alvanley Johnston David B. Roberenn Robertann Brotherhood of Fire

CENSUS NEAR END IN DOUGLAS COUNTY WORKERS RECOUNT

A struggling OCR edition describes the nearing end of a federal census in Douglas County. It notes enumerators assigned to incomplete districts, the reuse of forms, and public information rules. It mentions supervisors like Kappelman and details on privacy for personal data.

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Back to Classes Amid Campus Restart After Vacation

Dense OCR text shows students and faculty returning to classrooms after a spring vacation. Mentions traffic near Taghwy, university rental notes, and preparations for the term. Some lines reference dates, faculty meetings, and campus events, though many fragments are unclear.

Andersen campaign tour in Wyandotte and Johnson counties

Kenneth T. Andersen of Amperia announces a campaign tour through Wyandotte and Johnson counties today as part of his bid for governor. He claims to have now visited every Kansas county except Doniphan.

Kansas City

Building Program Progress Despite Slow Start

A fragmented report outlines steady gains in a local building program after an initial slow phase. It notes continued activity at multiple sites with ongoing milestones and community preparation for pending completions.

France Rejects Joint American British Plan in Bonn

A garbled report from Bonn April 1 indicates France rejected a proposed joint American British plan. The piece notes France suspended passage of a new Rohr centered haw aimed at breaking up large cartels and the empire alleged to have supported German militarization for a century.

France Bonn Geenane Cherian Banat Krapo

Air Force Pounds Red Jumpoff Base

Air Force reports heavy bombardment of Red Jumpoff Base as Nationalist forces claim to thwart a new invasion plan. The dispatch notes Chinese and Red forces concentrating around Hainan with air and naval actions and a rumored June deadline for invasion, alongside increased troop movements and student mobilization in Canton suburbs.

Air Force Aleka Finehew Huinan Ai Anid Molitata Neahere Red Cartan Wah Kiu Yat Po Hong Kong Independent Chinese Daily Hainan South China Mas Teetung Red China Red Xeiure Canton Macao Michurian Army Cantora South China University Schedue Geoon Feng Pichu Red Yay Banentiek Hiya Defetier Chushan Shanghai Ernie Rae Tate Wette Nationalimttt Honan

End of Deep Freeze Near as Spring Brings Subfreezing Hold

Cold spell lingers across the nation with record lows in mid April. Western and southern regions see slow warmup while the east reports lingering frost and snowfall in several states including Missouri, Ohio, Georgia, Alabama and New York as forecasters note the unusually long duration and area of the cold.

Midwest East Plains States Atlantic Seaboard Enon West Conth North Central Rees Mds & Pil Durban Ohio Fentuytvonss Georgia Alabama New York Mdbene Aenenae Tyre Dewey Nerina Watt

Lawrence Memorial High School Student Council Election Finalists

An election to choose officers for Lawrence Memorial High School student council was held under Jack Brand. Petitions listed candidates who met signatory requirements, with final ballots set for Wednesday. Those on the ballot include Stanton Ball and Dean Pontius for president, Richard Butler Jim Marsell for vice president, Joan Leonhard and Rocelyn Roney for secretary, Pat Davis and Jack Ely for senior representative, Marilyn LeSuer and Phyllis Springer for junior representative.

Lawrence Menorial High Avheel Nudent Council Jack Brand Thore Stanton Ball Dean Pontius Richard Butler

Kansas City Police Board Meet With Governor

The St. Louis Post-Dispatch reports Gov. Forrest Smith conferred secretly today with Kansas City police board members to discuss demands for an investigation of the city police department. The dispatch notes the conference occurred in the President Hotel.

St. Louis St. Louis Post-Dispatch Forrest Smith Kansas City

Wechita U. Coed Is Relays Queen at Kansas Relays

Joycr Lawrence 18, a Wichita University sophomore, was chosen queen of the silver anniversary Kansas Relays at KU Memorial Stadium amid a 32-candidate contest. Her attendants include Marilyn Davis and Jean Fetracek. The parade and relay events, with bands from across the state, lead to a program of running, jumping, and throwing events at the stadium.

Joyce Lawrence Wichita University Kanesua Marilyn Ring Lawrence Ke UC Hostens Kansas K. U Memorial Stadium Joycr Lawrence Mixe Lawrence Wichita Marilyn Davis Topeka Watcham University Jean Fetracek Jennines Key Rach Elise Daniel Ashereratt Elaine Modteet Cray Ratimmm Atiba Nani Mattock Meri Byatt Parnascus Ken Netliat Neuman Photo Laboratory Kansas City Jack Stevens Stevena Modeling School AML Eleventh Massachusetts Kaw River Hostesers Hoxtessom Pande Finstein Russell Wiley K. VU Vtaithoe Mithoy Acnute Foemterthi Etate Guente Relive Memorial Urinn Tyne Aici Amer OHL Ernie Wrphinia Mac Nathan Evecard Mk Fibalton Hott

Supporters of Tito Slated to Win Election in Trieste Zone

In Belerade Yugoslavia Apr 1 supporters of Marshal Tito are expected to win the municipal council election in the Free Territory near Trieste. A People’s Front victory would bolster Yugoslavia’s claims to the Adriatic port city, which is formally annexed to Yugoslavia by the zone division. British and American forces control Zone A north of the city while Yugoslavia holds Zone B to the south under military occupation.

Belerade Yugoslavia Marshal Tito People’s Front Adriatic Trieste Italy Nort Yuenslori

Rent Hikes Reach 22 Percent in 100 Cities

National Association of Realtors boards reports rents rose an average 22 percent in 100 cities surveyed after federal rent ceilings were lifted. The findings show significant increases in multiple reporting locales as tenants face higher bills. Government officials and hotel entries are noted in the dispatch, with references to Kansas City and Jefferson City movements.

Washington National Association of Real Estate Boards Sheridan Farrell Kansas City Smith Jefferson City St. Louis Post-Dispatch

Continuation of federal contrelz after law expires next June 1

The report notes dollar wise changes in the meolian situation with an individual¢.segrained price rise to $10 and mentions the stock market, including a 76.1 average drop. It also reports Mahlon C. Ball's possible heart attack and the rest ordered by his physician for ten days. An item about a new shipment of figurines and a post office employee is included with a Dixie Carmel Corm Shop reference.

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SEARCH FOR MISSING PLANE NEAR END

Lt General John K. Cannon announced that the search for a missing U S Privateer in Europe would be abandoned at sundown, as U S planes from Copenhagen scoured the Baltic for a seventh day with ten crew members. Weather improved and planes hunted driftwood and debris over water along the Frankfurt to Copenhagen area.

Wiesbaden Germany John K. Cannon U. S. Air Force Europe U.S Baltic Ita CU. S. Air Force Copenhagen Frankfort

Dispute over University library assets and personal property

In a Topeka case the court weighed what items constitute the university library of natural history. Disputed pieces include furniture and books claimed as personal property of Mrs Elling and others. Attorneys argued over items impounded in storage as the case seeks a general finding on library scope and property ownership.

Fall Ralph Elie Benton University of Runaway Frank Strong Hall Yvone Ellis Frank Gray Library of “Natural History Mya Ellis U . LY Kaysi Inclu Robert Stone Topeka Ed Kelly Berkley Calif University Aan Brand, Lawrence Te Lawrence National Bank Ellis Estate B. L. Finnan New York Mra. BE. W Thamat Barker Lin Uae

Weather and Labor Brief From Wichita Apr 15

Rain and mild temperatures sweep the southwest with light moisture. Northeast Kansas reports a 24 at Leavenworth and lows in the 30s to 60s nationwide. In Wichita an urgent request seeks about 400 workers including machinists and sheet metal assemblers for B-47 bomber production.

Lend Tirmwent Richard Garrett Kansas Leavenworth Gondland Garden City Torok Apr Wichita Kan Boring Airplane Company Boeing Maid Sre Hifternoon Noutheast Nortan Bay Hoyre Worth Milam

Rural school annual meetings set election dates countywide

In Douglas County rural districts vote held for treasurer posts as several schools begin eleventh term cycles amid last day festivities planned across districts. Numerous named routes and trustees are listed for replacements and re-elections across Bark Wingert Brackett India Oakridge Walnut Grove Sigel Riverside Fairview Vinland and more as residents await results and consolidate district leadership changes.

Yeaterdrap Douglas County Treassurer Treme Iurer Csinty Jsupecinn Vsoftien Fis Heer Efeethiens Rome Proarthbia Mires Elorky Clifford Aleytid Bark Wingert Replice RK Allen Brackett John Heand Gaylord M. Sehnpeh India W. Tieffman Wi. M. Leon Learnard Asenuey White Gordon Grinien Sigel Irvin Stonehak Lee Cox Lawrence Edward Chamney George Stauffer Riverside George RL Alton Leonard Hills Fairview M Inde Johnson Waleter George Vinland Vinland Rural Consolidated School No. BR Perry Wayne McPheeters Treplicing Anderson Taldrwine

End Spring Cleanup Initiates City Water Maintenance

City crews begin a spring cleanup as anti pollution efforts restart. Officials say the program will include water system maintenance and waste removal citywide, with residents urged to separate refuse, follow collection schedules, and report problems to the public works department.

Weather garbled report hints at March 14 data

Fragmentary weather note references March 14 and a 78 degrees reading. Unable to extract complete details due to OCR errors. Summary focuses on the visible temps and date, with no further facts verifiable.

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