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Newspaper
Lawrence Journal World
Location
Lawrence, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Dec 14, 1949
Page
4
U.S. schools and the public are urged to subscribe to the Soviet Information Bulletin from the Soviet embassy. The material is propaganda with questionable accuracy and truth, lacking tenal warnings, and contrasts with American journalism standards.
Christmas story unfolds as a courthouse loudspeakers broadcast the idea of Santa arriving by a Yule train, not a mule, to Newark. Merchants association promotes a seasonal jukebox theme for the community center inviting children and families to celebrate with holiday music and festivity.
A fragment expresses bleak sentiment about avoiding harsher consequences than Russians faced, implying comparative suffering on the front. The terse line hints at wartime morale and expectations without specific events or names.
In a review of postwar attitudes, the article cites Lord Straudgs warning that Americans might threaten Britain with atomic power to redirect the gulf stream. It argues such fears reveal mutual ignorance and calls for greater Anglo American contact through newspapers radio and film to foster understanding and counter stereotypes.
The Dodge City Globe editor acknowledges the value of outside letters on the editorial page and notes readers enjoy neighbors' input. The piece critiques pre election talk for 1950 and asks whether political campaigns resemble a Quaker meeting, warning not all campaign statements show reason or logic.
The article reports on a campus discussion about education accessibility and collaboration with higher education institutions. It notes objections and a cautious stance from authorities, stressing that close observation and long experience shape policy. The piece highlights a cautious, reform minded response rather than immediate action.
The Prague population reportedly rushed to spend money despite government warnings and press control. Officials deny any devaluation plan, noting a past similar panic in Russia as context for current behavior by the Czechs.
In dependence Missouri residents will see a real Santa Claus this year while President Truman plans a five day stay. The appearance is set as holiday festivities unfold ahead of the president's return to the White House.
An odd political note questions postcard polling by the Freperia Gazette, arguing voters err in ballots and that secret ballots might reveal surprising community choices. It muses on lands votes where virtue allegedly wins by landslide and sin has few supporters.
A garbled text suggests youths are urged to plan ahead either through private responsibilities or aspiring to leadership roles, with a note from Peaveroworth Tires.
The readable portion describes a faulty product notice about dangerous effects on users. Mentions safety concerns and potential harm, with unclear names or dates. The fragment hints at health risk and calls for caution.
Jeff Frazier, a railroad section laborer 48 years ago, will become vice president of the Frisco railroad in charge of operations on January 1. He succeeds F. H. Shaffer, who will retire after more than 50 years in railroading, the Frisco president Clark Hungerford announced yesterday.
The Old Home Town Voochere cast for Geir en Meyttennte is listed with performers including Billy Weidensaul Kathryn Zimmerman Charlotte Stadier Norman Hearin and others. Dr Regina Woodruff of the University of California at Low Ange les will visit Law rence for holidays. McAllaster school children will perform in the operetta Piccola with featured parts. Mr and Mrs Harry Siewald announce the December 8 birth of Mary Anna. Jane Roper hosts a party for Margaret's birthday surprise.
Twenty five years ago the state public utilities commission will hold a Monday morning hearing on R C Jackman's application to raise the crest of the Kaw river dam at Lawrence and build a new power house. Finalists in the Journal World Kansas Wheat Girl contest include Ines Pratt Margaret Butcher Ruth Brown Caroline Perkins Lois Laptad Rose Dews Flora Nell Bigsby Evelyn Garvin Josephine.
Mrs. Hattie Tibball visited Topeka with friends last evening. Mrs. J. R. Ramsey stays with Mrs. Frank House in Kansas City. Miss Gretchen Rankin and other clerks will help at So Marks' jewelry during Christmas rush. Emma Craddit from Baldwin visited Lawrence yesterday. Invitations issued for the wedding of Miss Vesta Irene Nottingham of Lawrence to Ross R. Stewart of Kansas City, son of a medical college dean.
Dan Vinson, an 83 year old Oklahoma salesman, sends toys and good luck rulers to children whose fathers are in prison. He coordinates donations from 4000 volunteers, shipping direct to prisoners to readdress for each child, aiming to brighten Christmas.
A Philadelphia boy told police that Santa Claus is dead after an incident at a department store. He described a large poor family with many siblings and asked about Santa's fate, while authorities investigated the circumstances.
Wichita December report states Ralph W. Carney vice president and longtime No. 1 salesman will resign to devote time to lecturing on the American free enterprise system. He will stay as a director and focus on opposing welfare state trends and promoting individual opportunity.
A witty brief remarks that barbs about misfortune and marriage monotony. It notes that dictation day and evening mirrors dull routine. Scientists claim anger impairs vision, inviting a cynical joke about perception and misfortune.
A woman struggles with confusion as she learns to drive while on a journey. A girl’s character is judged by her companions, and a salesman is defined by the firms he represents.
Orvill Fields of Bedminster New Jersey plans to appeal after a police court fined him fifteen dollars for using a loudspeaker to broadcast toy train sounds. Residents complained of the late night noise as trains allegedly kept a wakeful household awake until after 1 PM. His attorney George W Aligair said he will take the case to a higher court.
Charlotte officials announced the federal government rejected a public housing project proposed for Negro occupancy. President Truman alignment with anti discrimination policy halted the plan and required revision. Executive secretary H J Dilenay confirmed no appeal or approval was possible.
Bloomington reporters note WTTS and WT V stations launch an irrigation-by-mail plan as water flows over the dam in Bloomington. A five-gallon can of surplus water is sent to Mayor William O Dwyer with a tongue in cheek note hoping it helps with a Friday decree and a few shaves.
The Eudora community will sponsor a Christmas festival on Main Street Saturday evening with Santa Claus, prizes for best Christmas decorations, and a red apple for every adult. committees led by Mayor Weosterhouse organized decorations and activities including carols by youth groups and Scouts in three scenes.
A filled crossword style grid lists numerous clue pairs across and down. Entries include references to fish foods colors parts of speech and common terms such as trust pole sandhil and wages message, with several abbreviations and partial words indicated.
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