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Newspaper
Lawrence Journal World
Location
Lawrence, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Dec 12, 1951
Page
4
The notice provides subscription prices for various durations and formats, including monthly and annual rates. It lists terms under state law and references Kansas, noting the issue date as Wednesday December 12, 1931.
Iran's oil industry collapses under government control and a depleted treasury. Premier Mongadegha signals World Bank takeover to run oil under state supervision as Western backing wanes. Russians rumored as possible alternative if Western interests fail.
The Pittsburg Headlight questions Senator Connally's remark that the time to bring the fighting in Korea to a close will be now. It argues only ending a war soon after victory is proper, noting the cost to families and the idea that war might serve unrelated aims.
John S. Knight of the Detroit News condemns thrill diplomacy by great powers. He notes dignified exchanges briefly return during talks like Dillingagate, but reckless rhetoric resumes. Knight argues a revival of international good manners could help mend the torn fabric of world affairs.
Lawrence industrial leaders once hoped the city would host a major chemical industry. Westvaco and Thurston plant expansions begin, with a $16 million nitrogen fertilizer unit by Consumers Cooperative Association planned for 1952, targeting production by 1954 and a regional impact across nine states. By 1955 Lawrence could oversee a $30 million plus chemical sector.
Emergency Red Cross drive to raise 7000 in Douglas to aid war relief will be directed by John Brand, local attorney. A county defense council forms with Sheriff Charles E. Banning as acting chairman and Lawrence members named including Milton P. Beach, Dr H L Chambers, Dr L K Zimmer, and many others. Community events and family notices follow with birthdays, births, visits, and engagements among local residents.
Miss Blanche Newmark returns from the East for a Friday gathering. Mrs. C. E. Learnard heads to California for winter with her son. Mr. and Mrs. A. Marks plan a Los Angeles visit with Mr. and Mrs. George Shaw. City YMCA banquet last night elected officers: Dr. H. L. Chambers president, S. H. McCurdy first VP, Prof. W. H. Carruth second VP, W. E. Hazen rd VP, George C. Foster secretary, John M. Newlin treasurer.
Letters to the editor discuss Taft as a presidential candidate and criticize Trumanite influence. A second letter attacks parking meter revenue in Lawrence, claiming the $40,000 fund is an unlawful tax-like revenue beyond operating needs and urging votes by state or national legislators to authorize such taxes.
A Leavenworth Times letter argues parking meters illegally operate in Lawrence and burden business. Proposes two plainclothes traffic wardens on Massachusetts Street, replacing meters with paid patrols at $250 monthly each, claiming savings could cover city manager pay.
A brief clipping reports a Minnesota father teaching his two year old son to skate. The fragment hints at the father’s skill and notes a Kansas girl winning a prize for road suggestions. The text remains fragmentary with unclear context and missing details.
Washington December reports show Frank McKinney, Democratic national chairman, stirring attention by placing the pronoun I ahead of President Truman in public remarks. The Ireland-born banker now leads efforts to boost re election prospects while facing rising administration scandals.
A Jewish agricultural colony named Beersheba started east of Ravanna in Finney County in 1882 led by Rabbi Adle hartz. The 24 families built dugout shelters and a sod synagogue. Despite help from Jewish societies, the venture failed as colonists sold or mortgaged claims to return east or move to western Kansas.
American High Commissioner John J. McCloy told Washington that West Germans remain inclined toward the West and seek independence, yet display impatience and grievances in dealings with Allied occupation authorities. He noted most Germans identify with Western interests despite tensions from prolonged foreign occupation.
London reports Britain will settle capital and interest due on U S and Canada loans by year end. Britain faced options to waive interest but will honor payments totaling about 51.8 million dollars to the United States and 14 million Canadian dollars in capital plus 23.7 million in interest. Total U S debt cited at 4,350 million with 600 million lend lease aid. Canada debt around 1.185 million Canadian dollars.
Oklahoma University selectees include Sooner offensive first string End Bill Schaake Tackle Oliver Spencer Halfback Bob Brander Fullback Bud Vaughh ining down spots on defense Tackle George Mrkonie and Halfback John Stone.
A Lowell concert features Jean Szlanight in a carillon recital with pieces including Old English Carol and Noel in G autumn program. The event highlights a local music venue and a guest artist performing seasonal selections.
Harold Stassen visited Supreme HQ Europe SHAPE in a routine briefing on Western defense systems. He planned to dine with Eisenhower and hinted talks may influence his 1952 Republican plans. Stassen expects European insights could affect his party strategy. Three steps to accelerate defense materials flow were announced in Washington. Secretary Sawyer ordered diverting scrap metals to industry, NPA eased machine tool bottlenecks, and auto wrecking firms faced a 90 day inventory limit to reclaim iron and steel scrap.
Charles Warner Baldwin died at his Worden home on Monday morning. Funeral services will be held Wednesday at 2 PM at the United Church in Worden, led by the pastor. Surviving family members and full obituary details follow in community notices.
Radio listings show a December 12 schedule featuring Newsonat and News programs on KFKU KMBC WREN WDAF and other stations with a mix of news, music, drama, and public affairs. Notable items include boxing notes, medicals insights, live performances, and hourly world news updates.
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