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Newspaper

Lawrence Journal World

Location

Lawrence, Kansas, United States of America

Date

Aug 15, 1956

Page

3

Lawrence Daily Journal World masthead notice reading details

A typographical listing shows the Lawrence Daily Journal World masthead with editor and publisher credits, office address on Sixth and New Hampshire Streets, Lawrence, KS, and subscription rates for local carrier, Doukas region, and nationwide mail, plus post office and AP affiliations.

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Clement Fires Up Democrats With Tennessee Charm

At the national convention in Chicago Tennessee Governor Frank Clement delivered a fiery keynote lambasting the Eisenhower administration and the GOP. His energetic, Southern-tinged style drew cheers and speculation he could be the party’s next presidential candidate as delegates react with enthusiasm and caution.

Chicago Tennessee Frank Clement Eisenhower Republican Party Clement Ron Gop Hesam Bie Frank Thois Kansas Doran

Propaganda clash as Butler accuses CBS over film airing

Democratic national chairman Paul Butler charged CBS planned to air a party propaganda film in full during a nationwide telecast. CBS president Frank Stanton denied any commitment. Butler spoke before Tennessee Governor Frank Clement's keynote, who praised the free press as CBS aired other convention segments. Butler implied FCC oversight would apply if an agreement existed.

Paul Butler Democrat National Columbia Broadcasting System Butler CBS Frank Stanton Frank Clement Tennessee Clement America Stanton Federal Communications Commission

Dowdy Star Marilyn Montour Targeted for Spare Tire Attacks

Marilyn Montour faces harsh criticism from fashion writer Jean Seward of the News Chronicle who mocked her look and labeled her as having a spare tire. The London report notes her airport attire appeared rumpled and unglamorous, tweeting that cheesecake pictures feed male gaze and local fashion chatter.

Marilyn Montour London Jean Seward News Chronicle Martin Marilyn London Airport Miss Soward Miss Monroe

Marilyn Monroe crowds stampede at London press event

At a London press conference Marilyn Monroe arrived amid hundreds of newsmen. As she disembarked a chaotic stampede ensued with cameras knocked over and reporters pushed aside, underscoring that reporters chase the actress as much as for the news as for the spectacle.

Marilyn Miss Soward London Soward Otto

Platform Writing Is Confusing Activity

Democratic convention platform work centers on Rep John W. McCormack guiding a drafting team. Drafters with Allan Duggin and Dewey Anderson shape an 108-strong committee, blending 1952 lines with new updates to appeal to minorities, labor, farmers, and Zionists while preparing for a presidential nominating speech.

Chicago Teachin John W. McCormack Massachusetts Eli McCormack Boase Joe Duggin Dewey Anderson Duggin New Bedford Mass Anderson Institute of Public Affairs Democratic National Committee ex-Sec. of Agriculture Claude Wickard Sec. of Interior Oscar Chapman Exchairman Leon Keyserling Council of Economic Advisers Charles 5. Murphy Truman Sec Dean Acheson Eisenhower Israel Yankee McCormack

Housing for University students in fall 1908

Chancellor Malott announces dormitory and affiliated housing will provide space for about 4 500 students including dormitories sororities fraternities and Sunflower Village Sunflower dormitories About 200 will commute from Topeka Law rence can accommodate 2 000 more and faculty housing is the key issue Also notes staff changes at Journal World and other local items including a long cross country trip and a candidate tour by Charles Evans Hughes

Malott Topeka Lawrence William Singular Arthur O'Donnell Journal-World Country Club James Naismith Eagle Pass Lawrence High Charles Evans Hughes Vic Johnson My Fimily

City and county urged to curb stray dogs and enforce laws

Maiden Lane resident from North Lawrence calls for stronger action on stray animals. He cites dogs and cats roaming town, owners neglecting premises, and dumping of strays. He urges full year leash laws and licensing for rural and urban areas to reduce the burden on neighbors.

Journal-World North Lawrence Trey Maiden Lane

Sneeze season grips five million Americans in hay fever start

Hal Boyle notes the annual hay fever season opening for five million Americans. He cites costs of lost work days, lists treatments from antihistamines to plimasin, and notes no cure exists. The piece also comments on political theater and Truman’s stance toward Stevenson, framing it as a reflection on Democratic politics.

New York U. S U. S. Public Service Rudolph L. Mayer America Greece Christ Dr. Mayer Europe Asia Jerome J. Sievers Los Angeles Children’s Hospital Adlai Stevenson Truman Averell Hartiman Stevenson Harrieman

Demos Seek Zest to Lure Voters at Convention

Report from El Mar Chicago notes a dull Democratic convention lacking vigor to energize voters for nominating candidates. commentary suggests President Eisenhower benefits if Dems fail to revive their campaign image amid TV era fatigue. Critics warn Republican convention may also dull without fresh momentum ahead of Nixon renomination.

Eisenhower

Barbs on modern life and domestic strain

A reflective piece notes how casual encounters spark concern for accidents and material envy. It contrasts a returning husband with a gift, the fraying of marital harmony, and a young man’s spending temptations. The tone critiques shallow temptations and family tensions.

Nassau Hall as Congress Meeting Place in 1783

In 1783 Nassau Hall served as the American Congress official meeting place for several months, reflecting its role in early U.S. history. A subsequent note states mosquitoes reached the Hawaiian Islands circa 1826 via water-tub ships, with three species now resident.

Princeton University Nassau Hall American Congress Hawaiian Islands

Radio and TV Programs Schedule Summary

Broadcast listings across WDAF KMBC WREN and KMBC stations for Wednesday and Thursday August 15 16 detailing show times sports news weather and entertainment blocks including top of the evening news baseball games Cardinals Braves White Sox Groucho Mary Milton Cross and The Edge Of Night with numerous daytime programs Life with Elizabeth The Big Payoff Matinees Theatre and Democratic Convention coverage listed among varied time slots

WDAF KMBC KPKU KMBU WREN WDAK Morgan Beaty KFKU Wren—Cardinals Va Braves Va White Sox Sound Fire Pauline Frederick KMBL Wren—Tello Morgan Beatty Bill Stern KXMBC Wren-Cardinals Ox Fraves K.col WNAF A Dilson Milton Cross Martin Block Elizabeth Matines Theatre Oh Crosby Dr. N. Ventor Han Jeland Three Star News Hickock Sporta Paul Ford Dour Edwardes the News Preston Dewmarratte Famous Playhouse Sporta Teese Lone Wat Sportlight Udia Night Owl

Television schedule snapshot for Kansas City markets

A fragmented OCR list shows TV channels WDAF KMBL KCMO and a dense line of programs. It includes news, sports, morning shows, Captain Kangaroo, Today shows, game shows, soap operas, a Democratic Convention segment, and various film and children's programs.

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