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Newspaper
Lawrence Journal World
Location
Lawrence, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Aug 29, 1952
Page
3
The Bureau of Labor Statistics reports record high U S food prices in mid August with a 1 increase to 235 6 index from the 1935 39 average. Prices for pork and chicken rose sharply as controls on some goods were suspended while others remained in effect if ceilings are threatened to be breached.
Senator Frank Carlson of Kansas says Dwight D. Eisenhower would be violently opposed to a Missouri Valley Authority. Carlson, a close adviser to Eisenhower, stated during a TV debate with Secretary Oscar L Chapman that local residents fear loss of control over water resources and the implications for the region.
SEOUL Korea The U S Army Friday said 25 more Communist prisoners of war were injured in disturbances at UN camps. One prisoner was killed and one hurt in a work accident as part of a wave of Red attempts tested guard nerves. Maj Gen Haydon Boomer said such incidents are to be expected as guarding enemy prisoners remains dangerous.
The defending champion Great Bend Co-Ops defeated Harper 9 to 1 in the Kansas State Softball Tournament. In other winners’ bracket games Paola Cubs beat McPherson Water and Flight 11 to 6, Topeka Hornets down Hutchinson Johnnie's Drive, and Wichita Boeing Jets defeat Pittsburg Wolf Stores 12 to 1.
The Mongolian premier Den Bal arrived in Moscow from Ukina to participate in the ongoing Soviet China discussions. He was welcomed by Mikoyan and Vishinsky as Chou En-Lai and key delegates attended. Observers note Mongolia’s loyalty to the Soviet Union and discuss potential shifts in alliance dynamics amid Moscow Beijing talks.
Eleven Air Force jet aces told the Air Force Association at a symposium last night that the real enemy over Korea is not the Chinese or North Koreans. They argue that many adversaries are from other nations with extensive jet combat time and that elite pilots who survive multiple Korea missions may be sent back to Russia, underscoring the impact of superior pilot ability in the conflict.
Jabaca notes pilots are scarce as air force training struggles to attract youths. He cites lower rewards and fading glamour since removing goggles and the 50 mission gap. Meanwhile Fritzel Jayhawk softball meets Topeka’s Lloyds Furnishings at Lincoln Park tonight.
A stream of signs directs readers toward a best buy in automobiles with emphasis on popularity as a key indicator, hinting at favorable promotions and the appeal of popular models.
Republican women from every county in the Fourth District plan a Sept 6 gathering in Emporia to organize for the 1952 election. Representative Ed Rees will address the luncheon.
A fragment questions whether control of electricity should rest with federal authority in Washington DC or be kept by local people, reflecting ongoing tensions over centralization versus local oversight.
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