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Newspaper
Lawrence Journal World
Location
Lawrence, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Apr 26, 1956
Page
2
The text argues against tax funding for a drag strip in Lawrence citing AAA withdrawal from Indianapolis events and uncertain safety benefits. It questions whether racing improves driving or merely teaches riskier behavior, noting fatalities and costs versus testing grounds and urging no public funding for such a project.
A covert group called plugmen sell brief product plugs on shows like Jack Benny and Bob Hope, letting advertisers gain exposure without full sponsorship. Prices run about 250 dollars per plug, sparking backlash from other sponsors and network steps to curb the practice.
Washington reports tension grows over the high court’s handling of racial segregation on buses. The ruling banning segregation on interstate buses led to immediate end of intrastate bus segregation in several Southern cities, though no formal ruling on intrastate buses was issued. The dispute dates to Sarah Mae Flemming’s 1954 challenge in Columbia, South Carolina, and a 4th Circuit rebuke directed a reversal, signaling intrastate bus segregation may be unconstitutional.
Hal Boyle notes a tongue in cheek cure for nervous habits and intolerance. He cites Dr Maury Massier of the University of Illinois College of Dentistry saying gum chewers nail biters and smokers share a past as thumb suckers and use substitutions to relieve inner tension.
A fragmented report notes the scrub team at home after early league action. A psychiatrist comments that weight concerns reflect mindset rather than mere fat. The piece hints at parental dynamics and a baby’s behavior related to leaving company.
Scholars believe Stonehenge in England was built more than four thousand years ago with origins still debated. The circle of Neolithic stones is linked to a migrating Bronze Age group, though exact builders and dates remain uncertain.
Washington crowd of 800 Republican leaders debated strategy for 1956 with a restrained, refined mood. Leonard Hall outlined a limited, TV oriented campaign while Sen. Homer Capehart warned against minimal effort and a coat-tail ride.
Easter gifts made by the Junior Red Cross were sent to Ft. Riley hospital. The Senior Class at Eudora High School staged its annual play with a listed cast. Notables include Prof. Frederick Pottle visiting from Yale and local hosts for dinner bridges. Rotary officers named and local honors noted.
A dense schedule listing radio and television programs across stations KFKU WDAS WDAF KMBC and others. It shows show names times and programs for Thursday and Friday April 26 27 including News Weather Sports Night Owl News and various entertainment broadcasts.
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