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Lawrence Journal World

Location

Lawrence, Kansas, United States of America

Date

Dec 05, 1949

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White House Note Links to Atomic Material to Russia Found

A former air force major testified that Oak Ridge material was found in a suitcase bound for Russia. He said a White House note, signed ORDO, referenced shipment plans in 1943 and named a Mr. Mikeven as a key figure. The testimony discussed three shipments of atomic materials and the role of Groves and Hopkins, with further questions on executive session details.

Oak Ridge Russia Graces Jordan Harry L.hopkins Oto Roosevelt Rusara Jordan House UN American Activities Committee White House Mikeven Rasaia Oakridge Tenn Leslie Choves Great Falls Mont Alaska Louis J. Russell Russell Hopkins John McDowell Pennsyvania Republican House Frank Tavenner Harry Hopkins Lass Leste Greves United States Kasselleid State Department Todk Burt Groves Wll Lend- Lease Administration Foreign Economic Administration

Fetter warns First Baptist on Communism versus faith

In a morning sermon Rev. George C. Fetter displayed a Communist Manifesto beside the New Testament at First Baptist Church. He argued Marx and Jesus overshadow modern history, claiming Communism as a rival religion that erases saints and promotes a capitalistic system’s demise, predicting a leading revolutionary figure during depressoin.

First Baptist Church George C. Fetter Karl Marx Ivas Fetter Russea China Christ Marx Althe Marx Nassan Lena Jesus Ain Petter Messiah Bourne

Soft coal miners back in pits after brief strike

Peesburgh December 5 The nation s soft coal mines reopen under a three day week ordered by union chief John L Lewis as 48 000 United Mine Workers return to 12 01 a m. EST Strength reported for 7 a m shifts in western Pennsylvania while small Kentucky operators weigh a five day week. Union aims for wage and pension terms amid stalled talks with operators. weather coal stockpile expected to decline while Lewis strengthens bargaining position.

Peesburgh United Mine Workers John L. Lewis Pennsylvania Bert Lewis Kentucky Joseph F. Moody Southern Coal Producers Assuc Action Washington York Lewes U.M Lew's Peons Yivana Wather

Nationalists move from Chengtu as Chiang vows fight

Chinese Nationalists evacuate Chengtu, heading to Formosa with Maj. Gen. Claire Chennault aiding airlift. Chiang Kai shek vows continued resistance after recent setbacks as government shifts capitals. In Czechoslovakia Catholic bishops warn of religious clash over church law. United Nations seeks three top posts in New York amid Libya, refugee, and Near East projects. Sarawak crisis deepens after assassination attempt on Governor Duncan Stewart leaves injuries.

Chengtu Nanjing Hong Kong Sing Tao Man Po Formosa China Claire Chennault Changtu Chungking Chiang Kaishek Czechoslovakia New York United Nations US N Libya Near East Jerusalem Stuel Sarawak

May quietly enters federal prison for wartime bribery

Ashland Ky December 5 95 Andrew J May former chairman of the House Military Affairs Committee slipped into a federal corrections facility near town before daylight with U S Marshal John M Moore of Lexington. May and accomplices the Garsson brothers Henry and Murray were convicted in 1947 for using May s influence for war department favors. May claimed innocence and complained of heart trouble during the admission and drive from Catlettsburg to the prison.

Ashland Andrew J. May House Military Affairs Committee Government Correctional Institution Here John M. Moore Lexington U.S Kentucky Mas Garsson Henry Murray May War Department Garssons Moore R. O. Culver Joan M. Moore Catlettsburg

Sheriff Warns Against Running Stop Lights in Douglas County

Douglas county Sheriff Will Johns Jr issued a warning to motorists who run signs and speed through intersections. He cited a rise in reckless driving, noting four arrests Sunday by state troopers and additional weekend detentions by sheriff forces. Primary complaint areas include Baldwin Junction on highways 50 59 and TeePee Junction on highways 4 40 59, plus speeding on West Peerships Street and through Eur a on Highway 10.

Douglas County Will Johns Baldwin Junction Frence Peerships Street Eura Johns

Christmas Gift Card Emphasized by The Journal World

A Christmas gift praised for lasting impact throughout the year. Each order includes a gift card.

Mrs Perry Large Breaks Neck in Highway 24 40 Crash

Mrs Lucy Large, 48, wife of Perry Large of Leecompton, suffered a broken neck when their 1940s Chevrolet coupe overturned after a rear tire blew on Highway 24 40, four miles east of Tonganoxie. She sustained a fractured second cervical vertebra, head lacerations, and arm bruises and is in Lawrence Memorial hospital. Perry Large had a hip injury, later deemed non fracture, and was discharged.

Lucy Large Perry Large Leecompton Tonganoxie Lawrence Memorial Hospital Large

Train Held For Girl On CPR Streamliner

Danlard Calif December five CPR streamliner delayed after a four year old girl, Patty Owens, could not breathe. She received oxygen on board the City of San Francisco while doctors prepare Fatricia’s bed with masks and oxygen. the family plans Christmas in Sunnyvale before a move to Chicago for hospital care at University of Chicago.

Danlard Cali CPR Streamliner Chicago San Francisco Patty Owens Fatricia Patricia Patty Sunnyvale Calif California Robert Owens University of Chicago

Santa Fe Officials Inspect Lawrence Installations

S F Executives from Santa Fe railroad inspected downtown Lawrence installations today. Attending were J F Fenimore division superintendent Emporia N L Miller Emporia division engineer and A B Fleming division freight agent of Topeka. They were joined by E P Addy Lawrence agent as they visited several downtown businesses.

S. F Santa Fe Railroad Lawrence J. F. Fenimore Emporia N. L. Miller A. B. Fleming Toneka E. P. Addy

Clouds Gather Across Kansas in Forecast

Topeka reports increasing cloudiness tonight and Tuesday with a chance of light showers in the northwestern corner tomorrow afternoon. Warmer tonight, with southeastern and eastern Kansas rising to 55 to 60 degrees Tuesday, while western sections cool off Tuesday afternoon. Anthony led yesterday with 52 degrees, while 17-degree readings came from ill City and Garden City last night.

Topeka Kansas Richard Garrett Garrett Anthony Ill City Garden City

Eruption Threat Lifts From Italian Volcano Event

Fragments describe Mt Etna rumbling with lava and ash as nearby towns face warnings and tremors. Officials urge caution while residents in nearby areas brace for possible closures and evacuations amid ongoing activity.

Blaze in apartment ruins parts of Til-T4an Read house

Fire damaged a two story white washed brick building at Til-T4an Read Avenue with six apartments. Firemen cleared smoldering furniture as investigators worked to determine origin and extent. Resident Marjorie Dyer reported heavy losses including her furniture and clothing. Principal owner listed as Katherine Els of 15160 Massachusetts Street.

Til-T4an Raed Katherine Els Massachusetts Street Marjorie Dyer The Journal-World

Laughton Show Tickets Sell Early At Hoch Auditorium

Ticket sales for Charles Laughton next Sunday evening December 11 at Hoch Auditorium rose modestly, says Craig Hampton Student Union Activities president. The union sponsors the English actor appearance featuring impersonations and readings from books, with hopes sales grow as show date nears.

Charles Laughton Hoch Auditorium At & O'Cloex Craig Hampton Haimpten

Santa Claus Sets Up Shop in City

Town records show Santa Claus is arriving Thursday for a holiday shopping presence lasting through December 19. He will be at the town square each day from 2 p.m. to 5 p.m., with a focus on community events, local sponsorships, and a Christmas pageant planned to boost holiday cheer and local business.

Santa Claus City Tre Sar Sacha Tote Tote

Student challenges Nigerian film ot ate i seh

A student challenges a Nigerian film project, raising issues about content and production. The report notes the student’s concerns and calls for improved practices in the film industry.

Douglas County Farm Bureau Meeting Food Plan Change

Families attending the annual Douglas County Farm Bureau meeting on Thursday December 8 in the Communic building should bring enough food for their own families for dessert. The supper plans were altered on Saturday to provide coffee and dessert and table service, but attendees were asked to bring their own dessert due to uncertain attendance.

Ohe Douglas County Farm Burea Everacy County Farm Bureau County Pace Bureau Cotter

Kansas Creighton Game Tonight in Omaha Score Updates

The Journal-World reports a Kansas Creighton basketball game tonight in Omaha Nebraska with a 8:30 start time and expected first score around 9:30. Telephone contact listed as 22 for updates.

the Journal-World Omaha Nebro

City Council to Continue Study of Police and Fire Station Vlaws

The city council will meet tonight in a committee of the whole to continue the study of vlaws for the new police and fire station.

Funk's Mortuary and Chapel Ambulance Service

Funeral and ambulance service advertisement noting Funk's Mortuary and Chapel Ambulance Service with phone reference 119. Characteristics include local funeral arranging, transportation, and related services.

Funk’s Mortuary and Chapel Ambulance Service Adv

Christmas At Home Love Mike Lonmaecker

Christmas at home story describes residents at Mees Center helping themselves during a power outage. Mike Lonmaecker notes 32 individuals each received gifts wrapped for Christmas. The note mentions eggs ready to crawl and weak hips, with a plan to resume activity January first. Readers are invited to inquire about subscriptions via mail or phone.

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