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Newspaper
Lawrence Journal World
Location
Lawrence, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Dec 06, 1952
Page
2
The report notes wheat gives better resilience than alfalfa to adverse conditions with August planting generally in good shape while September alfalfa may fail. Moisture shortages leave ponds and creeks low, and roads muddy. Farmers face water-hauling shortages as stockwater remains constrained despite heavy rainfall.
John C Metsker and Fred Fiory of Route 6 were reelected ident and director of Pure Milk Producers Association District No 11 at a Friday night annual meeting and oyster supper in the Community Building basement. Irvin Stoneback Route 4 was reelected secretary. Six delegates for the winter Kansas City convention were chosen: Harry Scott Wellsville C D Russell Baldwin Don Al ford Route 2 Willard Shoemaker Richland Dwight Henry Lawrence Matrice Fishburn Overbrook. Alternate delegates are Russell Wray Ottawa Richard Pontma Baldwin Otto Jones Overbrook David Denham Route 2. The program for the 120 present included Miss Caroline Torneden Richland speaking on her Europe trip, with W C Eckels of the Greater Kansas City office also speaking.
The University of Kansas calendar for 1953 goes on sale next week at Keeler's Book Store Bell's Music Store and on the KU campus at the Union information booth business office of the Daily Kansan and at the campus dockstore. The 74 page calendar features 26 pictures and nine cartoons illustrating campus life with Christine Johnson of White City as the calendar queen selected by the senior class. It sells for $1.
Independent Tom Crossan seeks pay cuts as he becomes Montgomery County attorney next month. County commissioners approved the reductions to curb government costs. Crossan, now assistant county attorney, says the cuts erase World War II wage hikes. his salary drops to 4353 dollars and assistants to about 2600 dollars.
Jean Weed also known as J Louise Burton appeared in county court on a 660 dollar bad check charge from Jenny Wren Sales Co. Her bond of 5000 was posted and she was bound over to the February term of district court. A bench warrant followed her October escape and she was arrested November thirtieth by county authorities.
Lt Stanley Penny on leave visiting his parents Mr and Mrs M N Penny in Lawrence Kansas after graduating from the University of Kansas in 1950 with a WROTC record. His ship USS Diamond Head recently returned from a six month tour in the eastern Atlantic and Mediterranean areas.
Former University of Kansas student Cpl. Jack A. Davenport of Mission Kansas receives the Medal of Honor posthumously for heroism in Korea. In a foxhole near Songnae-Dong a grenade landed and Davenport smothered the blast to save Marine Sgt. Walter L. Barfoot, at the cost of his own life. Davenport attended KU in 1949-50, played freshman football, and was a former Golden Gloves boxer. He is survived by his father Fred A. Davenport and his mother Mrs. Gloria J. Hubbard, both of Kansas City Missouri, and his twin brother Karl A. Davenport serving in the Navy.
At Memorial Hospital a daughter was born today to Mr. and Mrs. Roy Bleusoe of 732 N 3rd St. Listed residents and families include Cecile Donaldson Route 4 H W Phillips 2130 Ky St Thayne Mason 940 Ala St Met i Reuter 3500 Vt St Arlen e Dicker 7472 N Y St Edna Conrad Tonganoxie Kathryn Peters 2047 Barker Ave Betty Kennedy 2029 Mass St Alta Broeker 843 N Y St Willette Seivers and baby Sirk Ottawa Betty Allen 1202 N Y St Baby Girl Haas Route 4 Clara Dobbins and baby girl Sunnyside Robert Rhodes 1905 O St E G Graves McLouth Gary Winters 1233 O St Bessie Canvan 215 W Jana St Alwyn Parker 1729 Mass St Avelyn Smith Sun flower Georgia Hughes 622 La St Erma Burgert 1008 Tenn St Clifford Muzzy 708 TN St Robert Markley Route 2 Betty Westhusing and baby irs 631 E 23rd St with a daughter born today
Georgetown University law school earned its second national moot court crown in three years by defeating the University of Chicago in a land ownership case. Georgetown had earlier beaten Washburn University of Topeka to reach the finals. Washington officials noted policy shifts in oil trade with Iran.
An analysis from U S sources discusses whether Nationalist forces should be used in Korea as a diversion, noting Britain and others oppose deployment and warning of risks to Formosa defenses. Commentators speculate on Chiang Kai-shek’s army, Eisenhower’s Far East strategy, and the choice between peace or continued fighting in Korea.
Kansas City district court jury ruled Raymond L. Pemberton insane when he shot Red Cross volunteer Lewis D. Wiard during a dispute over flood relief grants. Pemberton, 45, father of 10, was acquitted of assault with intent to kill and ordered to Larned state hospital. The incident at Bonner Springs followed a delay in delivering bedsteads after three mattresses were provided.
Oregon Governor Douglas McKay departed Salem Friday night with his secretary saying he did not know his destination. The sudden trip sparked talk he would join President-elect Eisenhower in Washington as interior secretary. Separately a divorce suit was filed in District Court by Kathleen G. McClellan against Jack H. McClellan.
In Lawrence the Christmas lights lit up downtown for the first time this Yuletide season with fir roping and red bulbs marking key intersections. Community notes include a babysitting ad for a student to care for two Siamese cats, a KU professor’s lecture at a sorority house, PTA Christmas seating sales, Woodlawn mothers’ seal table, and local court fines for traffic violations.
Mrs. F A Roberts of Kansas City and Mrs. Francis Hilmer of Lawrence visited with Mr. and Mrs. George Lothholz in Eudora from Friday to Sunday. Attendees included Melville Fisher at Tongonoxie funeral services, and various local residents at dinners, visits, and church events. Planned home improvements and revival meetings are noted along with a statement about a community goal to produce $15,000,000 in fees this year.
United Nations UNICEF issues five World War II era greeting cards to aid needy children. Each card features a child-friendly animal delivering supplies in India, the Middle East, Southeast Asia, Latin America, and Finland. Proceeds benefit the Children's Fund. A sixth card features Raoul Dufy art. Cards include five language greetings.
John J. McCloy former president of the International Bank for Reconstruction and Development will succeed Winthrop Aldrich as chairman of Chase National Bank. Aldrich resigns as ambassador to Great Britain and his board action to elect McCloy likely effective January 1.
The Douglas County Red Cross chapter holds its monthly board meeting at 4 p m on Monday in the Community Building second floor classroom. Chapter chairman Dr John H Patton will preside.
Clarence Sievins of Lesuo was found guilty of drunkenness in police court Friday. He received a $23 fine, 30 days in jail, both suspended on the condition he leave town, and a year of probation. Woodrow Mays of 935 Conn. St. was fined $10 for drunkenness. Leslie Cromwell of 935 Conn. 5 St. pleaded guilty to DWI, fined $100, 30 days suspended jail, and a six month license revocation.
In the upper West Side of New York City an alternate side of the street parking plan has been instituted to aid street cleaning by mechanical methods. Parking is prohibited 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. on the north side of streets and west side of avenues on Mondays Wednesdays and Fridays, and on the south side of streets and east side of avenues on Tuesdays Thursdays and Saturdays.
Joe Miller underwent surgery at Research Hospital in Kansas City. Miss Emily Ballance attended the wedding of Miss Joan Staggs and Dale Osher at Seventh Street Methodist Church in Kansas City. The ceremony featured a blush pink dress, white and pink orchid bouquet, double ring rites, tapers and palms, organ music, and a reception at the church. Also noted are Thanksgiving visits, family dinners, and a death in Excelsior Springs for George Earl Stuchbery, survived by his wife Ruby and daughter Linda Louise.
Big Springs ish to Thursday. Charley Nuffer and Sophia Damm visit. Douglas County Livestock fair elects Ray Ice president Bill Henry Jr vice president and others as officers. Local families attend church Thanksgiving and visit relatives. Amelia Hartman visits Emporia. WSWS to meet December 11. Hattie Helms and Grace Kansas City visit.
Kansas City reports mixed grain and livestock results with wheat, butterfat, eggs, and poultry prices listed. Cattle and hogs show weekly declines in demand and varied feeds, with steers and heifers trading lower and hogs down versus last Friday. Sheep and lambs see declines in slaughter lambs and mixed gains for ewes, as overall market softness continues.
In loving memory of Grace J Hadl wife mother and grandmother who passed away Dec 7 1951. One year has passed since that sad day the one we loved was called away. God took her home but in our hearts she lives forever. Sadly missed by family and friends.
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