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Newspaper

Lawrence Journal World

Location

Lawrence, Kansas, United States of America

Date

Aug 23, 1955

Page

2

Lawrence Daily Journal World masthead and pricing line

The clippings show the Lawrence Daily Journal World masthead dated 1854 to 1958 with editors and staff roles, address at Sixth and New Hampshire Streets, Lawrence Kansas, and subscription rates for various zones. The piece notes AP affiliation and post office designation.

Bemons the World Company Sixth New Hampshire Lawrence Kansas Dolph Sions Atest Ing Iter Ernest Pontius Marin Douglas Douglas Audit Bureau of Circulations Associated Press AP_news

Hoover denounces smear tactics facing Commission on Reorganization

Herbert Hoover rebukes revived smear tactics as he questions charges by the Democratic National Committee that Commission task forces were stacked for partisan purposes. James A. Farley praises Hoover’s leadership and the Commission’s nonpartisan deliberations, contrasting them with the smearing of his efforts.

Herbert Hoover Democratic National Committee Commission On Hoover James A. Farley Jis Farley

Aftermath of Twin Hurricanes Reaches East

Floods recede and deaths mount as torrents devastate cities and countryside. Immediate needs center on feeding and shelter, followed by massive rehabilitation. Red Cross and allied agencies organized prompt response and plan to sustain relief efforts long term.

Resene Red Cross

Centennial Park fosters Fort Scott heritage in Kansas

Tourists admire Lawrence’s Centennial Park a planned landmark marking the city’s first century. Fort Scott rises as a historical site, with voters approving a bond to fund a museum beside the original fort ruins, attracting visitors to the region’s historic places.

Lawrence Centennial Park Scott Territory of Kansas King ‘Steps

Truman to Ride Again in Early Campaign Push

Harry S. Truman signals an early start for next year's Democratic campaign with HS. T. as a speaker. He suggests more of the time tested Truman approach will be needed, though party leaders question whether attacking Eisenhower directly will pay off. Some prefer targeting Nixon or Hoover, hoping a candidate can measure up to the White House occupant.

Harry S. Truman HS. T Mr. Truman Truman Santa Claus Eisenhower Nixon Hoover White Hill

Soviet Peary Pole Claim Noted by Red ideology

Soviet encyclopaedia copy claims Robert Peary and the Soviets share credit for the North Pole discovery. The item notes ten redmost things under the sun and announces the encyclopedia’s appearance.

Robert Peary North Pole Peary

Letters Wisitora Offer Suggestions Editor Journal World

Lawrence readers offer praise and critique noting the city’s strong economy and Mount Oread beauty. They urge clearer street markers and a dedicated social science campus building, plus permanent building signs. A local historical note about the 1914 electric car is requested.

Journal-World Lawrence Ohio Mount Oread Allen Phog State University School of Business California Boudreau R. E. Volman San Jose Calif

Barbs on track bettors and a boss at home

A fragmented note discusses track bettors disrupting a weatherman with exclusive rights and jokes about a boss who avoids formal duties. It also complains that golfers lose focus when girls wear shorts around the course.

Bible Verse Verse Quote Nearby For In Him We Live

A brief verse note cites Acts 17 27 2a with the line In him we live and move and have our being, framed as a daily spiritual reminder for readers nearby.

Child's introduction to the Atlantic on Martha's Vineyard

Hal Boyle recalls a summer on Martha's Vineyard with his 26 month old daughter Tracy Ann. The piece captures her first dip in the Atlantic, a shy awe at storms, and playful discoveries with the ocean and a landlord's son posing as Davy Crockett. The writer reflects on childhood's eager growth and bittersweet farewells.

Martha's Vineyard Mass Tracy Ann Massachusetts Coast Tracy Europe Davy Crockett Davy Billy Young Billy H. L. Baker Rizh School Kansas Vinna Davison Frank Flory Austin Flory Lone Star Arthur Davison Willow Springs Mary Dillard Lincoln School Ralph E. Seamell Topeka Alice Bernhard W. E. Bowersock Jeannette Bowersock New York J. 5. Nibarger Dora Evelyn Merritt Dick M. L. Dick Sarah Blackburn Los Angeles J. D. Barnett France

Americans See Russian Agriculture Through New Leaders

James Marlow reports that a Russian farm delegation visit and American exchange visitors signal more confidence than Stalin-era fear. While some hope peace means improved agriculture, Lauren Soth cautions Soviet agriculture is not on the verge of collapse.

Washington Russia Stalin Lauren K. Soth Deloines Register Tribune

Tito's Direction Doubtful

Washington weighs Tito's political path as Congress debates arms aid limits while observing Yugoslavia's finances. U.S. spending past seven years totals around 100 million annually for military aid, 498 million in economic support, with loans from Ex-Im and the International Bank, and Yugoslavia's debt exceeds 300 million to Western nations. Tito's stance oscillates between neutrality and cautious alignment, shaping a drama of Western leverage.

Wasitngton Tito Yugoslavia Washington Moscow Congress U. S United States U.S International Bank Britain France Belgium Switzerland Soviet Russia

County votes to form soil conservation district

Old Home Town residents approve a referendum 296 to 25 to organize the county as a soil conservation district. Local updates note military moves, weddings, births, and dismissals, including: Paul Athey serving with the 45th Thunderbird Division returning from Europe. Ralph Rice transferred to Blytheville Army Air Field. multiple social notices and welcoming remarks from area families. upcoming marriages and visits. Naval Academy cadet Samuel Eben Mitchell to Annapolis. a farewell for Daisy Pearce moving to Albuquerque.

Soil Conservation District Roy Filkin Calif Blytheville Ark Army Air Field Charles E. Morelock Charles Clarke Keys Sonny Underwood Fréd Coombs Fred van Bebber Wallace Cooper Robert Frasier Rex. Hickox Wayne Walters John Gagliardo Fred Cowles Ernest McBee Daisy Pearce Albuquerque Ed T. Rilting John Riling Lawrence McElroy 1743 Fstes Park YWCA Ruth Jackson Stela Simmons Katherine Reding Ruth Loman Leah Jennison Clara Gene-Davis Samuel Eben Mitchell A.C. Mitchell Annapolis U. S. Naval Academy Jerome Beatty New York City Junction City

Radio and TV Listings for August 23 24

Radio and TV schedules from WDAF KMBC WREN KFKU and others list programs by time including news sports drama and variety shows. Key entities include WDAF KMBC WREN and KBMC and programs like Fibber McGee and Molly Tennessee Ernie, Truth or Consequences, and Amos and Andy with daily musics and features across stations.

SOB Ars Yo—N. Biso Wren T'ello KMBC WDAF Sn Oaralerian Beatty Dragnet Wren—Carissa Ginnia Washington Fibber McGes WDAR Neaws Sihe Treasury of KMIBC Tennessea Ernie KMNC Tennessee Ernie’ Wren Martin Broch Daily Thomas Alllie Playhouse Helenes Nine O'Clock News Sparta Hoaeniehe Amos Andy Or Studio

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