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Newspaper
Lawrence Journal World
Location
Lawrence, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Apr 27, 1950
Page
2
Fragmented OCR records show a Senate Foreign Relations subcommittee dialogue about allegations and names tied to Browder. Edward Morgan claims he could reveal more if he knew specifics while officials debate Department of State knowledge.
Bids on the University of Kansas nurses home project surpassed the state estimates. Officials noted higher costs and reviewed the proposals for feasibility while seeking budget alignment with available funds.
J Kal Kirk named manager of the Sedalia Missouri Thrive Drive-In replacing Patwo Jo and Legs. Yiannis of Upater Springs noted as organizer in unrelated note. Services set for November 27 at Highland Kansas.
Officials from the state motor vehicle department held a meeting with members of the vehicle commission to discuss regulatory matters and policy approaches affecting licensing, inspection, and vehicle standards. Representatives outlined next steps and timing for proposed changes.
Members of the Veterans of Foreign Wars and Auxiliary planning the I Am an American Day parade will meet at the VFW Hall at 2 30 a m Saturday. Clayton Noble commander Lola Teft president Eperial Communication Acacia No a ALP qT day April 27 7 p m fellowcraft degree on stars welcome.
In Lawrence an American Day parade is planned with Betty Washington chapter D A R members Ophelia Dyche and Alice Sears among participants. State Highway Patrol and local police check north bound traffic on Massachusetts at South Park, urging unsafe vehicles be repaired. A helium device attracted attention along North Park and Massachusetts streets.
The city board faces upheaval as three members resign or are pressured to quit amid a police shakeup. Farrell quits citing fatigue from the active role, while Gov Smith is urged to rename a new board. Charles Gargotta’s racketeering case and political tensions heighten the controversy.
Dr. Herbert Jackson Root, president of Kansas Wesleyan University since 1948, resigns effective June 7. He leaves after postwar expansion duties, following his son Ronald Root’s advice. Root plans to return to Methodist ministry in southern California after commencement and vacation. The trustees will seek a successor promptly.
Kansas City reporter says candidate Deimocratic senatorial nominee Rice asks to be relieved of patronage duties on the Democratic National Committee until after the August primary. Rice released letters to county leaders stating the step to ensure fair play and avoid charges of advantage. You Aiken of Macksville plans to resign as assistant postmaster general to challenge Rice for the nomination.
Kansas City Mayor William E. Kemp says he will travel to Washington to testify before a Senate subcommittee probing interstate gambling. He initially declined the invitation citing lack of firsthand information, but four more telegrams from Senator McFarland urged his appearance.
An operetta festival starts annually in Bad Ischl as a light music counterpart to the Salzburg festival. The town, once home to Franz Lehár the composer of The Merry Widow, sits in the American occupation area.
Probate court records show licenses issued to Edward P. Harris 29 and Norma Steele 27 of Lawrence, and to Richard A. Daigh 2 dollars? and Marjorie A. Dowera 22 of Lawrence.
Lawrence Daily Journal World lists a broad web of companies linked to a nascent eight day strike. Firms named include U S Steel Bethlehem Steel Republic Steel General Motors Studebaker and Montgomery Ward among others, indicating widespread labor action concerns across industries.
The program announces the start of Annual Music Week this Sunday afternoon featuring Holy Holy formal and choral performances. Reine Voll Schmidt, head of the vocal department, joins the event with a baritone solo and selections from the Vespero choir. Robert Shaw Chorus director Ming Teenie Bombody leads the vocal faculty lineup at the university venue.
The report notes green bugs found across western wheat belts and in most fields, with counts of three to ten per square yard. County agent Cripner says crops remain alive though damage is evident as the insects move among fields and may prompt timely control measures.
A man in Virtaburgh described inviting a stranger into his home after giving him 14 dollars. The visitor shared a tale of misfortune and a lavish Swiss steak dinner before vanishing, leaving behind a radio, a jacket, and other personal items as authorities investigate.
Police Chief Henry W. Johnson announced a new policy to detain arrested policy slip peddlers for questioning up to two hours without bond, then charge them with gambling equipment possession. Six African Americans were reportedly detained for investigation. Separately, the Nebraska State Railway Commission approved discontinuing passenger trains 189 and 190 between Oxford Nebraska and the Nebraska Kansas border, ending service to St Francis Kansas.
Dan Beiter director of the Farmers Co-Operative association at Hays says Coson members rejected anti Co-op literature. Ralph Tichtner committee chairman notes the literature was circulated by individuals, not the group, and the tour carried no official stance.
Wichita Kansas April 27 former Secretary of War Woodring urged a fearless approach to leadership for the job in a speech noting opposition to communism and naming potential appointees including Gen Dwight Eisenhower James Byrnes and Robert Taft He warned that anti communism charges by Senator McCarthy could threaten national security A fire at KU caused no damage as firefighters found a trash box in the rear of Strong Hill burning briefly with no injuries
Orie Leslie Smith 57 of Lone Star died yesterday evening at Lawrence Memorial Hospital after being crushed by a tractor while rock removal. Found by wife Edna Smith around noon, he will be buried at Washington Creek cemetery after services at 2 p.m. Friday, with Rev. J M Ward and Rev. Ralph Hodgden officiating. Survivors include wife, daughter Mrs Raymond Koehler, parents Mr and Mrs S E Smith, sister Mrs Ed Kenney, and brother N G Smith. Burial at Washington Creek cemetery. Friends may call at Rumsey Funeral Home until 11 a.m. Friday. Card of thanks from Mr and Mrs Albert Hunter.
A garbled notice describes a street scene with a broom sale, slime area, and injured workers aided by blind craftsmen from a Kansas foundation. The truck with broom care will be parked at Ninth and Masso, drawing attention to the event and safety concerns.
Market notes show soybeans and cotton mixed with rain forecasts. Chicago wheat weak with prices drifting. livestock receipts steady though some shifts noted in cattle futures and potato markets. Transportation and aviation names surface amid broader market movement.
Lucille Emlery has appealed to the Supreme Court from a Geary county district court conviction for assault with intent to do bodily harm. The matter was filed today in Topeka. The piece also notes historical reference to Pope Gregory and the Gregorian calendar initiation in 1582 with Oct. 15 following Act.
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