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Newspaper

Lawrence Journal World

Location

Lawrence, Kansas, United States of America

Date

Apr 17, 1950

Page

3

DAR Convention Opens Continental Congress With Delegates

Delegates from the 167000 members of the Daughters of the American Revolution gather in Wilington for the continental congress with 4000 delegates and 2000 members in attendance. The weeklong meeting features greetings from President Truman and a high-stakes election of officers to guide DAR affairs for the next three years. The race for president general centers on succeeding Mrs Hoscoe O Byrne of Brookville Indiana, with candidates led by Mrs Edwin Stanton Lammers and Mrs James B Patton, voting slated for Thursday.

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Baldwin Community planning council forms amid Vinland effort

The Baldwin Community planning council, appointed by the Vinland Grange, opened discussions at a Friday night meeting in Baldwin. Representatives from rural and rural-urban areas outlined the goal to coordinate improvements in Baldwin, including telephone lines, a new rail spur, and a southern Douglas County development program. Harvey Ryeth of Baldwin reported surveys for preschool children and school district surveys in Spring Creek and Brairig are complete. The Southern Douglas County Home Demonstration unit served refreshments as the meeting adjourned.

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DISMAY RULES WORLD Says Rep Judd Sees Global Discord

Rep H Judd of the Republican party criticizes current global policy amid claims of dismay and confusion across continents. He argues America must reassess its stance on wartime alliances, noting a crucial test in Germany's postwar alignment and the influence of communism in East Asia.

H. Judd Ottawa America Germany Russia Judd Asia

Nation's Capital Opens A Sesquicentennial Fete

Washington planned a grand sesquicentennial celebration with parades, military bands, opera, and radio broadcasts. Vice President Harkley would deliver the main address as Gladys Sweetheart headlined a concert and the crowd gathered on Capitol steps for the day’s events.

Harkley Waa Step Gladya Goddess of Freedom Alee He Ellman Washington

KU Student Seeks Democratic Congressional Nomination

In Olathe Kansas on April 17 Young Democrats held a second district meeting. KU student Samuel Wells announced his bid for the Democratic nomination to Congress from the second district. Wellington candidate John Potocek and Fort Hays candidate Kenneth Anderson criticized the GOP administration. Kansas City officials and local party workers attended to discuss the race.

Olathe Kan Kansas John Potocek Wellington Frank Carlton Kenneth T. Anderson Fimporia Samuel A. Wells University of Kansas City

Mrs W Turned a Pin Up Mission Into Grand Theft

A fragmentary OCR style note mentions Mrs W and a pin up mission turning into grand theft with references to individuals such as Ranene Cato Cadet and others. The readable text is garbled but implies a protest context and disputed actions connected to a local crime or misappropriation.

Polio Board Annual Meeting and Election Slated

The National Foundation for Infantile Paralysis plans its annual meeting at the Chamber of Commerce office tomorrow. Officers will be elected and board members include Milton Harald, TeaRoy Hurl, Leo South, Vinten Warner, Warren Dr Ho Penfield Jones, Be Nels, Dr. J. Mom, Tom Park, and others. a range of business will be discussed during the session. A statue dedication event also occurred with visitors Val Peterson of Nebraska and Cav William S. Beardsley of Iowa present.

Bond National Foundation For Infantile Chamber of Commerce Milton Harald Bee Garget Dodds Eudora Leo South Bahtwin Vinten Warner Warren Ho Penfield Jones Be Nels J. Mom S Tom Park Ts Diet Dean HH. Docking Breed Coren Cott Herr Elizabeth Bradvy Jesselman Cliff. Dein F.C. Allen Harald Ingham Lisle Eby St. Josey

Patrick Hurley Turns Radio Crowd Into Free-For-All

A chaotic event section recalls Patrick Hurley and a chaotic radio crowd, with mentions of feuds, protests, and a reflected political climate. The report notes disorder, a noisy audience, and conflicting sentiments around communism and governance while detailing a local square dance festival later that day. Attendance neared 350 at the Community Building, with master of ceremonies Fr Six directing demonstrations and local groups performing.

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Vacu Matic Carburetor Promises Gas Savings

Wisconsin inventor offers a Vacu matic carburetor that syncs with the supercharge method to reduce fuel waste. Easily installed in minutes, it aims to lower gas costs for cars trucks and tractors. Vacu-matic Carburetor Co at 7617 State St Wauwatosa invites inquiries and penny post cards for full particulars.

Wisconsin

Leavenworth Man Killed In Weekend Crash

A Leavenworth man died in an accident Saturday near McSouth, while his wife Irene was hospitalized with injuries. The incident details remain unclear due to garbled OCR text, but authorities identify the deceased as Garence Kenties of Leavenworth and Irene as a hospitalized survivor.

Leavenworth Garence Kenties Irene Toa Leavenworth

Free Arthritis Guide Distributed by Head Teacher

A local paper reports a free booklet on arthritis and rheumatism distributed by a head teacher in Tabeloor Springs. The notice mentions eligibility for readers and notes the pamphlet may be sent to interested parties, with supply details and contact prompts for Walter Connington of Pittsburg. The text appears garbled but references medical relief and distribution through English instructors and a Senate department note.

Tabeloor Walter Connington Pitsburg Senate

Professor at Engle Ag Pittsbutar Path Ype Was onacoh

A university professor taught a weekend lecture at a regional event, detailing study in English and the state’s literary heritage. Attendees included AJ and M. Miami, with donation rites noted for a local society.

Tata Engle Ag Pittsbutar Path Rites de Nity AJ M. Miami

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