Lawrence KU scholarship programs praised as model and expansion sought
The Lawrence Daily Journal World notes that the Summerfield Scholarship Program has greatly advanced KU's academic climate and expanded funding for other students. It calls for careful future selection and administration to sustain KU as a top educational institution while reporting that Watkins funds are taxed and require new contributions.
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Summerfield Scholarships Shape KU Campus Leadership
Kansas high school principals nominate top seniors for Summerfield Scholarships. About 30 to 50 finalists attend Lawrence exams and interviews, then freshmen scholars are chosen. The program grows to 65 scholars yearly with $5,000 annual Endowment support and alumni gifts.
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Summerfield Scholars Seek Expanded Aid for University Costs
Alumni named Summerfield Scholars provide about 4000 yearly in gifts to a growing fund, yet 1930s rising costs mean 1350 a year is now needed for University of Kansas attendance. The committee plans to seek new funding sources and expand recognition for top women students via the Watkins Scholarship Program.
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Meredith Nabbed On Traffic Charge In Kosciusko
James H. Meredith, returning to Mississippi University, was arrested for failing to yield at a Kosciusko intersection during his sixth wedding anniversary visit. He alleged harassment by white men. police denied mistreatment as Meredith posted a $10 bond and awaited a Wednesday trial.
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Theft at Topeka Church Office
Thieves stole three money bags from a desk in the First Methodist Church office in Topeka Sunday. The bags held about $200 in tithes and offerings given at the 8:30 a.m. service, taken during the second service.
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Cuban refugees reach Wichita in first Kansas arrival
The first large group of Cuban refugees to Kansas arrived in Wichita by air from Miami on Saturday. The group numbered 8 and included 12 families aided by local churches while furnished homes are prepared. The Los Angeles Angels posted 15 shutouts last season led by Ken McBride with four.
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