Meany Demands Civil Rights Stand at Democratic Platform
AFL-CIO chief George Meany urged the Democratic Party to confront the civil rights issue head on at the national convention and ensure the Supreme Court desegregation decision is not thwarted. Labor witnesses and ADA pressed for a strong civil rights plank with federal intervention. Amid other studio floor tests, Truman reportedly weighs backing Harriman as Stevenson seeks the nomination.
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Wichita Boeing acid line break threatens city water
A break in chronic acid lines at Boeing Airplane Company's Wichita plant caused a water alert. City Manager Frank H. Backstrom ordered channels to warn residents and warned 17,000 employees not to drink city water. Water pressure was increased to prevent acid entering mains.
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Harriman Arrives For Convention In Chicago
Gov Averell Harriman of New York entered the Democratic nominating fight at the national convention scene in Chicago with a reception at Midway Airport as he aimed to rally for his cause against Adlai Stevenson. Harriman asserted his campaign would win, while Stevenson argued Harriman lacks exclusive rights to the New Deal-Fair Deal philosophy.
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Ike veto kills $1.6 billion flood control bill
President Eisenhower vetoed a massive flood control and rivers and harbor program totaling about $1.6 billion for 99 projects and 14 river basins. He cited inadequate review of many projects and warned several were not in the public interest. Rep. Leo Allen announced the veto news.
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Square Dance Opens CPA Picnic at Eudora Park
The Douglas County Protective Association picnic kicks off tonight in Eudora City Park with a square dance 9 to 12 led by Pat Beedles of Baldwin and records music. A 7 pm concert by the Eudora Community Band precedes a talent contest offering 50 dollars in prizes to top three winners, without age limits. From 9 to 12 the George Francis Orchestra of Lawrence will play for dancing. The Capt. Hugo Expositions carnival is open today and Saturday, with St Pauls Church of Eudora operating a food concession and a CPA soft drink stand.
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New First Aid Method Cuts Shock from Burns
Washington and the U S Public Health Service announced tests show a salt and soda solution given by mouth in large amounts as an effective emergency treatment for burn shock. It would substitute for vein injections of whole blood plasma or substitutes, addressing the high early death rate from burns covering 10 percent or more of the body.
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Two bidders near low base on Kansas university housing
Constant Construction Co of Lawrence and Doolittle Construction Co of Wichita were within 175 dollars of each other for the 120 unit million dollar Kansas University married student housing project. Constant quoted 619975 and Doolittle 619800 among 13 general bids. Low electrical bids were Tucker Electric Topeka and Brune Plumbing Lawrence. Brune led plumbing and heating with five electrical and eight plumbing bids.
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Nixon Stassen Visit At White House Sparks Political Notes
Vice President Nixon and Harold E. Stassen visited the White House separately and declined to discuss possible talks about Stassen’s bid to dump Nixon from the GOP ticket. Stassen said his drive to replace Nixon with Gov. Christian Herter continues and gains encouragement.
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Egypt challenges Britain's right to call parley over Suez
Egypt denounces Britain's right to convene talks on Suez Canal future and accuses Prime Minister Eden of seeking to sway Nasser. Cairo hints at boycotting the August 16 London conference under Allied sponsorship and asserts a need to keep navigation free through the canal. The article notes troop movements slower and Libya's stance supporting Egypt, with Soviet objections and proposals for Moscow involvement.
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Defense Gets Priority Washington
The government today ordered steel mills shut down by the strike in July to give priority to defense orders in their immediate production.
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Hults Allen Senate Nomination Contest Narrow Margin
Douglas County official canvass shows incumbent Donald B. Hults ahead by 61 votes over Mitt Allen for the Fifth District state senate nomination. Allen led in Douglas County by 4,172 to 3,362 but trailed countywide with Leavenworth County adds 832 to Hults total. Final outcome awaits full certification and law-mandated review by county commissioners.
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Georgia Prison Reforms Inland Transfer and Punishment Limits
Gov Marvin Griffin approved changes at the Georgia rock quarry prison near Buford after a wave of leg breakings. The measures include a deputy warden transfer and tighter restrictions on physical punishment of prisoners.
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Stock Market Closing Down Slightly in New York
The closing average of 60 stocks in New York stands at 189.5, down 0.1 points as trading ends. Investors monitor modest declines across key indices and sector leaders.
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Wet Weather Keeps Lawrence Cool With More Showers Likely
Cool conditions persist as a strong storm system brings rain across West and Central Kansas. Lawrence totals surpass half the August norm with rainfall scattered from one to four inches in recent days, while Leavenworth and neighboring towns report additional debris from lightning and wind.
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Wrinkles Planned For Campaign TV Ads In 1986
The GOP plans last five minute broadcast spots on top TV programs to reach millions, timing end of regular shows to flash campaign messages. Democrats counter with boosted personal campaigning and whistle-stop tours while health concerns limit Eisenhower era travel. Presidential air tours, speeches, and on air appearances are outlined with strategic contrasts between parties.
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Belgian Miners Trapped Deep as Rescue Fails to Find Survivors
Rescue teams labor at the Crysit Coal Mine where two miners remain trapped four levels underground. Heat and smoke hinder probing as rumors of decedents surface. nine bodies and several injured have been recovered so far.
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Esther Loses Suit During Entrance at Wembley
London star Esther Wilko wore a new rhinestone bathing suit for her first entrance at Wembley. A slipped strap caused the suit to fall during the dive, forcing her to dive again with a makeshift lace tie while other performers distracted the crowd.
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News Bureau to Open in Juneau in September
Press Office for Alaska New York announces a permanent news service bureau for Ahassia capital affairs to be opened in Juneau in September. Frank J. Starzel, general manager, says William J. Tobin, veteran newsman, will head the Louisville stationed office. Baby Photographs by Hixons Adv.
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Sunday Meeting Set To Inform Leaders On Suez Crisis
Secretary of State Dulles confirms a Sunday meeting with congressional leaders to discuss the Suez Canal crisis amid fears of hostilities. White House aides and diplomats, including Hammarskjold, plan talks at the White House and a possible international conference considering long term control and ownership questions.
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Attempted Plane Theft Fails at Leavenworth
An improvised theft attempt at Leavenworth involved a private aircraft owned by Warren Over. The plane was found about 125 feet from a hangar with brakes removed, preventing taxiing. thieves abandoned the effort after damage and unsuccessful entry.
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Wheat harvest report with large bushel estimates
An early 144 million bushels figure is cited for Kansis wheat yield with a per bushel value near 15.5. The report discusses age-based crop estimates and a projected total of JES bushels harvested, noting a recent shipment and adjusted per acre data.
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Traffic Deaths in Kansas Reported in State Release
A state report lists traffic fatalities in Kansas with details sparse and inconsistent. Earlier figures noted as not reported now partially updated in the latest release. The data cover recent hours and include a mix of previously recorded deaths and new incidents.
Weather Outlook With Clouds and Showers Across Kansas
Clouds dominate the region through Saturday with showers and scattered thunderstorms west and central this afternoon and over most of the state tonight and Saturday. Locally heavy rainfall likely in the central and northeast areas. Tonight’s low 60s, Saturday highs 80s to 100s in the northeast and southwest. Temperature readings from several towns listed with highs in the 60s and 70s. Subscribe to the Journal World for full news from Lawrence.
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