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Newspaper

Lawrence Journal World

Location

Lawrence, Kansas, United States of America

Date

Aug 31, 1955

Page

2

A Father's Tribute To a Young Man Danny Essovan

Roy Essoyan recalls his son Danny, born in Shanghai to Armenian refugees, who died in New York at age 11 after a three week visit. The obituary honors Danny's sweetness, energy, and love of exploration, noting his happiness and sudden loss as a universal gift to those who knew him.

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Eisenhower and the second term question in 1956

The article notes that President Eisenhower faces a historic choice about seeking a second term in 1956. It contrasts past presidents who pursued or declined re election, listing Polk Buchanan Hayes Pierce Jackson Tyler Arthur Johnson and Washington among others. It also observes the political risk and power of Ike in securing a GOP nomination if he runs.

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Early language teaching debate in grade schools

Educators argue about introducing foreign language studies in the grade school level. Proponents say early exposure aids learning, while opponents urge strengthening basic English reading writing and speaking first. They contend high school graduates struggle with clear writing and expression, urging solid English foundations before adding foreign languages.

The Soda Jerk: A Dying Craft In American Drug Stores

Through the years Americans have joked about soda jerks yet the purebred fountain attendant with pride has become rare. Gat recalls a time when Reda fountain work drew crowds and good wages. The soda jerk was seen as a confectionery magician making better sodas and malts each visit. With wages and opportunities shifting to other fields the art faded and modern sodas and banana splits cannot compare. The loss saddens lovers of old fashioned ice cream dishes who miss the topnotch soda jerk of yesteryear.

Soda Ks Jon

Notes from the Editor on last year’s football era

Editor Adam Kay reflects on 1955 Kansas football, quipping about last year’s team and the Grass Roots sentiment. He compares past skeletons to this year’s squad, noting games remain to be played and urging readers to consider current prospects over history.

Journal-World Aunt Fanny Grandma Uncle Joe Granny Chuck Mather K.U. Ag Uncle Tom Adam Kay

Icardi Faces Perjury Charge From Wartime Killing Case

A federal grand jury indicted Aldo Icardi on eight counts of perjury tied to testimony about the 1944 death of Maj. William Holohan in northern Italy. The case hinges on Icardi and Lo Dolce allegedly plotting Holohan’s murder and dumping his body in Lake Orta.

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Bible Verse on Forgiveness From Luke 7 47

A brief biblical quotation notes Jesus forgive Missed worshiper with the line about many sins being forgiven because she loved much. The verse highlights mercy and gratitude as central to faith.

Labor-Industry Toil May Ease Steadily

Washington reports brighter labor prospects with peaceful contract renegotiations in steel and northern coal including a five year deal for CIO Electrical Workers featuring 32 better living fringe benefits and 3 percent annual wage gains. AFL patterns show a shift to shorter work weeks and area bargaining amid rising fringe benefits and wage gains across trucking building trades and auto sectors.

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Old Home Town Notes From Lawrence 1845 Highlights

Old Home Town items list local events and people including Gerald M. Carney moving to Kansas as music instructor, long time Lecompton mail carrier Will Gravel retiring, engagements and births, weddings, and visits. Notables include Pinckney school contract worth 72 873 dollars, and Miss Esther Johnson to Oskaloosa to teach.

Gerald M. Carney Shawnee Mission High School K.A Will Gravel Lecompton Charles G. Petrie Buena Irene T-Set Basil E. Price H. M. Price Sgt. Price Europe C. A. Spray Route 1 Lucille Allison Patty Dorothy Roberts Shirley Dahlene Kathryn Barnett Dorothy Dimond Norma Dolan Kathleen Norris Sue Wright Lucille Walter Meredith Underwood Elaine Pierce Barlene Pierce C.A. Creveling Arkansas City Catherine Creveling J. Wayne McCoy Mont J. Green Manhattan Pinckney School Board of Education Esther Johnson Oskaloosa C. J. Winter Calvert Colorado Lolita Arene C. B. Russell Franklin Clarke Jackman Virginia Beery Austin Minn Weatherby The Lawrence Building and Loan Association

Radio and TV Programs Schedule Listing

The page lists radio and television programs with station references WDAF KMBC WREN KFRU KMUC KMNC KMEC WDAR WDAL WRN and others for Wednesday August 31 and Thursday September 1. It includes news, quizzes, music, comedy and variety segments such as Truth or Consequences Fibber McGee and Molly The Beans Bag concert and sports or talk shows with multiple host names and time slots.

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Television Listings for KMBC and KCMO Aug 31

Detailed station schedules show KMBC and KCMO broadcasting a full slate of news, drama, game shows, and public affairs. Notable items include Tonight and Tomorrow programs, sports reporting, weather segments, and classic variety shows across afternoon, evening, and late night hours.

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