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Newspaper
Lawrence Journal World
Location
Lawrence, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Aug 22, 1958
Page
1
SEOUL AP report says South Korean police say they repelled a Communist landing attempt Thursday night. Three North Korean agents were killed in an offshore gun battle off Haenam at Korea's southwest tip. A Communist motorboat was sunk and a fourth operative captured.
Senate works to clear the calendar with major measures including a 34 billion sign and money bill while the House approves a six billion appropriations package for federal agencies. President Eisenhower vetoes an earlier bill over civil service retirement funding as adjournment targets Saturday night looms.
In Honolulu a 21-year-old Pearl Harbor Marine was arrested at his barracks in connection with the strangling of Helen Melvina Peoples, 55, a former Cameron Texas resident. A bartender's tip led investigators to the suspect, who reportedly had drinks with the victim before the fatal assault. Authorities described a violent struggle and evidence found in the bar locker, with the man offering unclear statements about the encounter.
The article chronicles the career of a Kansas University Extension Division leader. From acting director in 1918 to director in 1921, he spearheaded growth, expanded extension programs, and established off campus and regional facilities. He earned emeritus status in 1957 and remained active as executive secretary of the Kansas Adult Education Association. He received the Kansas Medical Society award in 1984 for distinguished service. He chaired the Missouri-Kansas district 1934–37 and served as governor in 1939, leaving a legacy of curricular and outreach innovations across Kansas and national extensions.
The obituary notes the death of Joe Edens formerly of, age, with survivor Milford Edens and a widow. It mentions burial services in an assembly in Fayville and notes his years of residence and community ties.
New London Connecticut AP reports scoutmaster William N. Smith 5 was upheld in dismissal by the Pequot Council Executive Scouts after a hearing. Smith a laundry operator and former infantry sergeant, was removed as Troop 27 leader for risking health and safety on unauthorized camping trips including a snowy winter hike. The council stated the firing was within its rights and both sides deemed the hearing fair.
Lawrence police report three separate thefts Thursday of fender skirts from parked cars. Victims Richard Chian at 1416 Tenn. St, Richard K. Boyd at 1005 W. 20th St, and Bob Oxford at 1521 Ky. St each had a set valued at 20 dollars. A fourth report notes a 40 dollar set of spinner hub caps taken from Chian’s vehicle.
Lawrence High School will have the office closed Saturday and Monday, principal Neal M. Wherry said. Students needing enrollment may reapply starting next Tuesday.
Eileen Reiter, 16, of Bronx, N Y, fell 150 feet to her death on a Bash Bish Falls ledge while hiking Bash Bish State Forest New York. Companion Nola Zirin, 15, of Jericho N Y, slipped near the 500 foot gorge but clung to brush and survived.
Kansas primary returns show district by district results from the secretary of state's office. Incumbents Scrivner Rees and Breeding head Republican tallies in their districts as 6th and 5th districts report, with other districts listing Democratic and Republican leaders and their home towns.
In Kings Canyon National Park California Rangers rescued a 16 year old Los Angeles boy after 26 hours stranded on a 5 by 12 foot ledge 350 feet above Paradise Valley high above the rugged slope Ed Baye shown in good condition but hungry was brought down in darkness during the descent Two companions John Lynch 16 and Charles Gibbons 15 also from Los Angeles were stranded on a tower ledge but reached safety while rescuers moved toward them The three had biked Wednesday
AP reports Walter Schumann, 44, Beverly Hills, California, composer and conductor, died after heart defect surgery. He rose to fame for organizing a popular chorus, the Voices of Walter Docking. In Topeka, officials announced state offices will close on Labor Day September 1.
Russell Mosser co owner of Centron Corp spoke to the Lawrence Kiwanis Club on amateur photography. He said modern technology makes photography simpler due to new films and simplified cameras. Awards for perfect attendance were given to Ed Elbel for eight years, Al Gallup five years, Al Meyers four years, and Bill Yates six years.
Tulsa report: widowed and partially paralyzed mother of eight handed three children to juvenile authorities after years of abuse claims. Patsy 14 and Shirley 12 placed in shelter. Jerry 18 returned home with warnings not to mistreat mother. Mrs Pitts 47 says fear for future as husband died in 1954 and a 6 year old son remains at home.
A 25-year-old Lawrence man pleaded innocent Thursday in County Court to a charge of assault with intent to kill and was bound over for trial in the November term of District Court. Raffle Miller, 73 Hickory St., is accused of firing a shotgun blast that slightly injured Randolph Hinson, 39, of Olathe, early Aug. 2 at Miller's home. Both men are Negroes, Miller is free on $1,000 bond.
A two vehicle crash on Massachusetts Street near 3100 block left Herbert H. Thoren 17 with bruises to right arm and elbow. He, driving south, struck Archie Morris 1205 E 23th St, whose pickup hit Mary Akers 615 Miss St. Total damage $650.
Iceland threatened to pull out of the Atlantic Alliance with Great Britain amid a fishing rights dispute. The warning came as tensions rose over access, with Iceland preparing to reassess its alliance commitments if talks fail.
Memorial Hospital admissions include Ray Lowe De Soto and many others with listed addresses Mrs Mamie Cottom 1808 Conn St Mrs Jeannie Bond Quenemo Mrs Jen nie Muzzy 207 N 5th St Mrs Madeline House 1417 E 15th St Mrs Margaret Bartlett 160 Cadet Ave Mrs Mary Kay Gensler 915 Ohio St Mrs Vivian Zimmerli Eudora Charles Hornberger Jr Baldwin William Allison 1144 Ky St Dale Chapman 1502 Wedgewood Dr Mrs Linda Moore 2131 Caroline St Dennis Stewart Kansas City Kas Mrs Helen Cobb 841 N ard St Gordon Sieker 1513 W 22nd Terr Calvin Haren 152 Harper St Dismissals Gerald Todd Williamsburg Mrs Mary Barnes 1703 Pa St Richard Perkins 1829 Maple Lane Mrs Peart Hampton and baby girl 234 Jt St Mrs Ellenferne Hatchell 735 N 2nd St Alan Jack Tonganoxie Mrs Sally Brice 323 Miss St Mrs Grace Smith and baby boy Lecompton Mrs Helen Fehlhaber Toongano xie Mrs Mary Leonard and baby girl 1937 Hillview Rd Horace Lury 612 Elm St Mrs Edith Cool 1219 Prospect Ave a son Thursday Mr and Mrs Roland Bond Quenemo a daughter Thursday Mr and Mrs Alva Zimmerli Eudora a daughter Thursday Mr and Mrs John Rix Kansas City Mo a daughter Thursday
In Great Bend, four teams claimed victories in the Kansas Amateur Softball Association state tournament. Topeka Hornets beat Wichita Automotive 8-7, Hutchinson Chalmers-Barton defeated Great Bend Boys Club 3-1, Wichita Beech Flyers topped Liberal Beech Aircraft 6-1, and Highland defeated Hutchinson American Legion 2-1 in 11 innings. Tonight features four elimination games in the double elimination format with matches including Topeka Vogels versus Hutchinson Legion and others as the event wraps up Sunday.
In Kansas City Kansas police say a prisoner's confession led to the arrest of 11 high school students who admit to 17 burglaries this year. Four teens charged with burglary and larceny. others sent to the youth bureau. Detective withheld the prisoner's name.
The Danish Atomic Energy Commission and Premier Hansen barred the U S nuclear submarine Skate from visiting Copenhagen amid fears of radiation in a harbor collision. Oslo and Bergen ports remain planned as the submarine travels to Norway, with officials citing safety concerns and Denmark’s atomic advisers warning of disastrous consequences if an accident occurred.
A memorial service for Mrs. Ray T. Wright will be held at 10:30 a.m. Monday at First Presbyterian Church with Rev. Albert G. Parker presiding. Cremation will follow. Friends may call at Rumsey Tea Home Saturday and Sunday. The family requests no flowers, donations to the Betty Wright Scholarship Fund in Mrs. Wright memory. Superintendent W. D. Wolfe oversees the fund. Death July 14 at Lawrence Memorial Hospital after a short illness from embolism.
The Kansas University Business School announced a September 1959 start for a Bachelor of Science in Business program. The plan tightens course sequencing, standardizes class starts, and uses a core two-year junior curriculum followed by year long senior courses. Dean James Surface said it will reduce wasted time and accelerate discussion. A 50-student pilot group of juniors will begin under the new plan in the fall.
Washington AP reports the Army will prioritize the most recently trained reservists for active duty in a national emergency. The plan covers about 800,000 ready reserve officers and enlisted personnel not in organized units or the National Guard, with certain exclusions. Reservists will report directly to assigned units rather than a reception center.
The article notes Jack Mitchell begins his first season as KU head football coach. Memorial Stadium parking is being solved by relocating the baseball field to the Fieldhouse, freeing ground for lots adjacent to existing shared spaces. Groundsman Glenn Replogle, brother of Wayne Replogle, has the field in top condition, with the season approaching and optimism high.
Vandals damaged a new Kansas Highway Patrol car parked on North Second Street breaking the windshield valued at about 110 dollars. Investigators found no evidence of the obstacle or tool used in the breakage.
The NAACP reports the circuit court allowed a temporary stay delaying integration, upholding a 24 year delay previously provided by Judge Lemley if the Little Rock school board appeals to the Supreme Court within 30 days. The stay would keep Negro students out of school until the high court acts.
Emma Nieder expresses gratitude to relatives, friends, neighbors and Adah Chapter No. 7 for cards flowers gifts and acts of kindness during her illness.
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