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Newspaper
Lawrence Journal World
Location
Lawrence, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Apr 17, 1946
Page
4
The page shows a newspaper item dated Wednesday April 17 with a religious quotation from Romans 5 3 5 and a note about tribulation producing patience experience and hope. Subscription rates are listed for carrier delivery and in advance. The document indicates a second class matter at law and publication details.
In the United Nations game the Russians seem to be following the Dallas trim more closely than others. They have dropped efforts to place the Iranian dispute on the Security Council calendar. Trygve Lie says a report by experts will decide if the case stays on the agenda. A decision could hinder Russian plotting while keeping to the letter of the charter, though doubts remain as long as Russian troops stay in Tran.
A senator brands the army high command muddleheads over draft extension plans. The piece notes uncertainty across agencies and Congress shaping military requirements, urging reason over tough rhetoric for clearer decisions on the draft and related matters.
The article notes criticism of proposed American loans to Great Britain and France while arguing loans may be unavoidable. Observers say support from those nations keeps the United States safer, with headlines about dividends for France and Britain and a belief that aiding allies could be cheaper than not acting.
A safety campaign by the American Legion seeks public cooperation to reduce accidents on streets and highways. It notes aging cars from wartime and lingering tire shortages, warns that cautious driving must not relax, as accidents rise.
The report notes Truman’s planned Philippines visit is only tentatively considered with active chances the trip may be blocked. Washington faces successive crises and the President’s presence and constant attention are deemed essential, suggesting little chance for extended time off.
Gromyko questioned US and UK dedication to a peaceful Iranian settlement while Americans insist on a just peace. Kansas wheat reserves appear modest with early reports suggesting no looming surplus backlash as harvest nears, though some fear the remainder may not last.
In a private citizen stance Churchill voiced overdue thoughts, influencing how the world views the Russian situation. The Salina Journal notes his disclosure, acknowledging the risk and the resolve it demonstrated, and credits him with guiding adjusted attitudes amid wartime tension.
DeWitt Mackenzie argues the United States Soviet Union and Britain must clearly state international policies now. He urges a Big Three summit away from the UN to avoid British and American mistrust and to unlock progress toward lasting peace.
Mrs. Clarence S. Hall is confined with a sprained ankle from a Saturday fall. Mrs. Mabel Hampton returned after a month in the western part of the state. Mrs. Elizabeth Tuttle spent Easter with relatives in Burlington. J P Barber returned from Los Angeles where he wintered with his daughters. Gordon Schleifer, 3, had an operation at Lawrence Memorial hospital. A D Weaver came back from Los Angeles after winter with sister Harriett Buckley. Mrs. Lawrence Art club invited to Friday meeting at her home. Mr and Mrs F B Barrow announce the birth of a son at Memorial hospital.
Twenty five years ago Mr and Mrs E B Coffman witnessed the marriage of Berdina Mead to Louis E Clevenger on November 23 1919 in Lawrence. A surprise celebration marked the 25th anniversary of Mr and Mrs W Artis and Anne Stratton. The New York School News lists editor Carl Allen associate editor Louis Lea Reusch reporters Marjorie Mi Leo Semple society reporter Breckenridge advisor Mrs Perkina business manager Truman Brown. Contributors include Verna Tingle Lewis Muzzy Kenneth Brauner Gladye Simpson Louise Hartman Leia Sneegas Clara Foster Ralph Bright Lawrence Langley Gladya Payne Marie Tobber and Mildred Zweifel. Fred Walker of Eudora and John Gress of Kanwake were in Lawrence on business.
Local notes report Mrs Margaret Usher celebrating her 87th birthday yesterday with friends. Several residents travel to and from Kansas City for weddings and visits, including Mrs Ryland Eames and Miss Lola Eames to attend Josephine Westfall and William Maas nuptials. Others, like Miss Edith Doane and Miss Twila Reed, return from visits in Harrisonville Missouri and Kansas City respectively.
Washington April 17 reports that only Representative Rees of Kansas plans to return home when Congress enters the Easter recess. Kansans Carlson Winter Hope Scrivner and Cole will likely stay in Washington due to the short recess and limited time to work in their districts. The recess may provide an opportunity to clear up any outstanding issues on Capitol Hill.
In blunt, satirical prose the author urges wartime readers to scrutinize official assurances about production and prices. He highlights claims by Truman aides and OPA that civilian goods are controlled while urging vigilance against hidden subsidies, rising prices, and covert diplomacy shaping war. The piece uses economic figures to argue living costs and production misrepresentations.
The piece compares 1946 civilian goods value to 1939 levels, noting $150 billion in present output versus $9103 billion in 1939, and argues government policy, labor actions, and shortages skew the apparent recovery. It cites 9,000,000 unemployed in 1939 and uses satirical analogies about money and prices to critique official statistics.
Apr 17 item credits Millard Bashaw with saving his life after spotting a cockroach near a gas valve. He stepped over to kill it and found the room rapidly filling with gas, preventing disaster.
Washington April 17 The wives of 145 officers four sergeants and one private were listed today in the first contingent of military dependents to sail this month for the Mediterranean. About 212 women and children go mainly to Italy in this first group. Included is Mrs John C H Lee of Pasadena wife of the commanding general of the Mediterranean theater. Lady Joan Wright of Edgewood Tex wife of the lone private Pfc William Wright.
Washington April 17 Chester Bowles told the Senate Banking Committee there will be a second round of wage increase demands if food subsidies lapse on July 1 He backed extending price controls and subsidies a year beyond June 30 as House members debated similar measures Rep Wolcott proposed nine month extension beyond June 30 and subsidy elimination by January 1 Rep Patman warned price control would be scuttled if Walcott amendments pass
The War Department allows honorably discharged soldiers on or after May 12, 1945 to reenlist in their MOS in the regular army. Benefits include grade based on service time, training in skilled trades, security, pay, and education. Details available at the U S Army Recruiting Sub Station, Lawrence Kansas Post Office Building.
Mrs J H Hoppingarner visits Ottawa and Emma C Hall announces Fern Hoppings Howell wedding to David Howell of Long Beach California set for April 14 in Long Beach First Presbyterian Church Rev John Calhoun to read service Bride wore pray wool suit large black hat corsage of orchids Attendant area W Warfield Best man Frank Sinclair Reception at Warfields home Groom formerly head of purchasing at California Shipbuilding now sales manager for Industrial Equipment Co Both to reside in Long Beach Rotary speaker Prof Edward J Cragoe discussed The Atomic Bomb Cpl Charles Barkley arrives for two week leave from Paris Island to spend birthdays with children Richard and Marilyn Paul Coole guest speaker in Scranton George Marquardt visits Baldwin for Easter Mrs Lederer ill Parsons Baldwin Easter plans Philip Barnthouse Kansas City returns with daughter Lynne Rev Willis Templin Edgerton guest minister at First Methodist Church His subject Faith the Door to Christian Living Oxford club represented by Mr P P Barnthouse and daughter Ann Helen Deel to Neodesha for several weeks Messiah concert at First Methodist Church features tenor Prof William C Rice Baker Music School William Cofer Clarence Garder Miss Mary Stoskopf Miss Margaret Meyer choir of sixty under Catherine MS Adamehand and F sh semen
The Baker department showcased a program praised for its very fine manner and Miss Adams earned week of commendation for her directing talents.
A dense listing details radio programming across multiple stations for Wednesday evening April 17. It names shows, hosts, and times across networks including KMBC, WDAF, WREN, KMUC, KMEC, and WMNG, noting variety from music to talk and church services. Names such as Jack Armstrong, Bob Crosby, Colleen, and Herbert Brockman appear, alongside stations Kansas City and Lawrence, with references to Holy Week services and musical programs.
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