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Newspaper
Lawrence Journal World
Location
Lawrence, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Dec 13, 1957
Page
4
Lawrence Daily Journal World newspaper details editor publisher and staff, publication terms, pricing, and postal information. The Friday evening December 13 1957 issue lists Dolph C Simons Jr as editor and publisher with staff credits and rate cards for local and postal distribution. The paper notes Associated Press affiliation and circulation audit status.
The KU tribute extols a long line of predecessors who built a strong engineering tradition at the University of Kansas. It cites a six page administration report noting 301 KU graduates listed in Who's Who in Engineering and KU ranking ninth among 177 engineering schools. The piece argues progress rests on past toil and urges youth to honor that heritage while continuing effective work.
A federal committee studies weather control and space age tech once seen as Buck Rogers fantasy. It warns of cold war style risks including snow melt by pigmented dust, rising ocean levels, and altered rainfall that could threaten crops and coastal ports. The report calls for basic weather research as the stakes rise and rivals advance.
The city weighs permanency for mid block crosswalks on Massachusetts Street in the 700 800 and 900 blocks. Officials seek data before formal action to address risks posed by hot rodders who accelerate as lights change, potentially creating dangerous encounters with pedestrians.
Pedestrian safety at crosswalks depends on both walkers and motorists. Pedestrians must use crossings properly while drivers slow down and stay alert to prevent accidents. Local officials emphasize mutual vigilance to improve street safety.
Dr. Edward Teller argues for faster science free of secrecy while warning against indiscriminate openness. He cites Soviet progress, the Edwards flight test center, and public overrule of laws as justification for selective disclosure. The piece urges distinguishing safe information from sensitive secrets and trusting a free press to guard the public interest.
Old Home Town Mrs. Martin Miller dies in Ft. Scott from a heart attack. 1947 King and Queen of Douglas County 4-H are Vera Hayden and Frank Hagenbuch, to attend the Topeka festival. Scotish Rite to invest W C Simons and Harold Barr in Kansas City. Remodeling at 739 Mass St. Hallmark Greeng cards site. Quivera Club marks 52nd anniversary with a luncheon. Big Seven seeks a commissioner. Reaves Peters considered. Douglas County Red Cross board named. Benjamin Horton linked as next governor of Puerto Rico. New Ford V-8 to Sheriff’s fleet. Phyllis Wherry hosts Christmas party at church junior class. Platinum wearers labeled traitors in editorial. Douglas County fuel price set at 6.50 to 7.50 per ton. Joseph Dodds, 80, dies. father of Frank Dodds. English army captures Jerusalem from Turks. No national sugar shortage. refinery route via Canada. Chancellor Strong urges students to promote food conservation upon vacation.
A brief verse note quotes Matthew 10 31 affirming that people are more valuable than many sparrows urging reflection on personal worth and faith.
Column blasts concurrent sentences for multiple crimes as a loophole that lets repeat offenders, including racketeers, dodge full punishment. The writer advocates severing sentences so each offense receives distinct time, comparing to harsher past deterrents and lauding law enforcement and trial processes.
A letter to the Journal-World discusses Venusians and a scene of fake equality. It contrasts special equality for blue and chartreuse Venusians with green Venusians in work, housing, meals, worship, and mates, concluding with a nod to democracy and long constitutional history.
A 1957 frosty night tale follows Pedrocles, a Venusian genius, landing in Democracy to seek an audience for his Big Idea. He proclaims green Venusians superior to blue and chartreuse ones, laments Venusian politics, and plans to persuade Earth.
In Washington informed sources say Adlai E. Stevenson opposes the administrations NATO program for not being lavish enough. He reportedly favors a crash program with more aid to undeveloped countries to counter Soviet influence, while denying calls to guarantee Israel-Arab frontiers.
Leonard Lyons compiles a brisk parade of Hollywood notes and industry rumors. Names include Henry J. Kaiser Frank Lloyd Wright Mike Todd Elizabeth Taylor Errol Flynn and Kirk Douglas. Webb & Knapp eyes Astor Manhattan shifts while a Sputnik joke echoes.
Buenos Aires report by Brian Bell notes Giri Watchers Inc may base operations there as Argentine men openly admire local women. The piece contrasts New York covert glances with Argentine direct, lingering looks from toes to eyes, causing crowds to stumble and fashion to be discussed.
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