Lawrence Daily Journal-World publication details and rates
Lawrence Daily Journal-World details its establishment in 1891 with editors Simons and Pontius, publishing daily except Sunday. It lists address at Sixth and New Hampshire Streets, Lawrence Kansas, staff roles, and advertising details. Subscription rates are shown for in town and out of town readers, with annual, six month, and weekly prices.
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the World Company
Sixth
New Hampshire
Lawrence
Kansas
Polph Rimons
Eaditor and Pubiiaher
Wa Mura Whcen
Ernest Pontius
Atall
Douglas
Countie O
Audit Bureau of Gireuistions
Associated Press
Unification failure cited in Hoove Commission report
The Hoove Commission sharply criticizes the government supply system calling it inadequately unified. It notes large stockpiles from years of separate branch purchasing and wasteful surplus sales. It estimates a 5 to 7 percent return on merchandise and suggests that one percent more would save about $20 million yearly.
Lawrence residents rally for spring cleanup spirit
Citizens in Lawrence again engage in yard work and home improvement ahead of the Centennial year. New homes join the old guard in tidy lawns, painted exteriors, and trimmed gardens, with emphasis on curb appeal and civic pride amid warnings against littering and neglect.
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Lawrence
Joneses
Jon
Aril
Yee Spirlis
Eisenhower Memorial at Abilene sees visitors after one year
The Eisenhower Memorial in Abilene marks its first anniversary drawing visitors from inside and outside Kansas with international guests. Director Rohrer reports millions in admissions and souvenir revenue while noting a modest profit from admissions and a larger local impact.
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Abilene
Rohrer
Dove City
Transportation reform proposal stirs Washington debate
A White House advisory committee urges deregulation to boost competition among rail, air, truck, and water carriers, provoking sharp criticism from the American Trucking Association. The report, delayed and contested, questions ICC powers and suggests lower regulation could benefit the nation but faces uncertain congressional action.
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AES Marlow
Washington
White House
Committee For Changes
Hal Boyle Sees Spain's Bullfights Struggling for Tradition
In a touring notebook, Hal Boyle weighs Spain's bullfighting decline against boxing's. Fans long for old stars like Manolete, while new matadors chase quick riches. He notes the sport's business, audience influence, possible manipulation, and the bull's aging market value from birth to death in Madrid rings.
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Madrid
Spain
America
Jack Dempsey
Benny Leonard
Mickey Walker
Ike Manolete
Manolete
Springtime statistics on hats and habits amusingly cited
A humorous piece credits Dr. Cipher Zern with spring oriented calculations predicting millions of women will buy hats and husbands will inspect wardrobes and pursue home projects. It cites figures for wives moving furniture and gardening, plus lively speculations on grooming and golf.
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Wail Sheert Jounin
Cipher Zern
Baseball Scores Begin With Unclear Context
The text opens with a note on baseball scores and mocks a grandiose forecast of expert commentators. It then shifts to a dubious claim about 160 million Americans blaming spring fever for memory lapses, mentioning a Dr. Zero who forgets the purpose of the survey.
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Zero
Quiz Q and A from History Notes on Mace Navy Statue and Bats
The reader learns the age and origin of the House mace dating from 1842, a reproduction of the 1813 original burned in the Capitol. John Barry named first captain of the U S Navy in 1794. Bartholdi designed the Statue of Liberty. Bats migrate or hibernate in winter.
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United States
House of Representatives
Capitol
Washington
John Barry
New York Harbor
Frederic Bartholdi
Bible Verse Verse From Psalms 12 7
A liturgical line quotes the law of the Lord as perfect restoring the soul. The verse echoes Psalm 12 7 and emphasizes guidance and renewal through scripture.
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the Lord
Americans Underestimate Threats In National Polls
Two national surveys show less than 1 percent worried about communism and civil liberties, and only 8 percent concerned about international affairs. The studies based on 6500 interviews last May to July, amid Army McCarthy hearings, reveal that Americans mainly fear personal finances, health, mortgages, and family needs rather than political freedoms.
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Washington
Lou Gallup
University of Chicago
Pund For the Republic
Ford Foundation
Samuel A. Stouler
Harvard
Kaw River recedes after crest. roads washed out
The Kaw river fell from 22.5 feet at 8 a.m. to 15.8 feet by noon today, amid widespread area flooding and a washed out old Eudora road. Local births and social events are noted, including anniversaries, receptions, and a charity musical. Police warn motorcycle riders to stop speeding with mufflers open.
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Kaw
Eudora
John H. Lohman
Sam W. Ferguson
James E. Matthews
Louisville
Kaye Eustace
R. D. Voth
McCord Field
Wash
H. E. Eustace
Margaret Speelman
Haskell Institute
North Africa
Don Thomas
Germany
Lawrence
Myers Hall
Foster
Friends Church
Frank Kennedy
Laura Adelaide Rankin
Radio and TV Listings From April 19 1930s Schedule
A dense slate of radio and television programs lists stations WDAF WREN KMBC and others with times and show names. Entries include news reports Weather Cavalcade shows The Lone Ranger Dinah Shore Family programs and various dramas comedies and sports segments.
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WDAF
Wren
KFKU
KMBU
Newa
Alvan Jackson
WDAK
Weavern Ecghoer
Tello
KMEC
Kai
Bc—Chevaliers
Morgan Beatty
Sara
Kmbc—Ruapense
Frli—Symphony Hall
Are
Funny
Tio Awilen
Bill Stern
Dragmet
KMBC
Arthur Godfrey
Tat—Wren—Cards
Redlegs
HULL
KMIC
Jtoxemary Clooney
Lux Radio Thesre Asa
Ares OS
Amly
PMO
Tennessee
Berhlp
Washington
CMC
Hertry
Jerome Arch
Ihe
KMMHG
Allan Jackson
WDA
KMBO
PSV
Rye Fisher Mofime
Molly Ofants
Woaf Ata
Tames
Komo-Tv
Odor Iisster
Star News
UWO
Crisader Rabbit
Sportevitie Theatre
Uws
Aimarien
Bere Shaw
Hishon Sheen
Hana
Viraside
Eateet Ame
Cirela Theatre
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