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Newspaper

Lawrence Journal World

Location

Lawrence, Kansas, United States of America

Date

Dec 18, 1948

Page

2

New laws urged to curb espionage and spies

Washington reports Attorney General Bo Tom Clark will ask Congress in January to strengthen anti spying laws. He cites three year statute limits that hinder charging past spies and proposes changes to espionage laws to cover government officials, national defense information, and conspirators with sharper penalties.

Washington Bo Tom Clark Congress Utie Whittaker Chambers Clark

Sixty in Cub Pack Re-registers With Kaw Council

Sixity in Cub Pack 54 sponsored by Men's Brotherhood of the Trinity Lutheran Church re registers with Kaw Council for the year. Packs must register to stay in good standing. The pack roster lists 60 cubs with den mothers named including Mrs E Mosley and Mrs F J Moreau. Retiring den mothers are listed along with the pack committee chaired by G Mosley and others. The annual Christmas party is set for December 22 at 7 20 p m at the church with the next committee meeting December 27 at 7 30 p m.

G. Hulteen Itheh Nieder W. Malott Rudy Skinner Earl A. Torneden Glenn Morris Dale Kerr Otha Hatfield W. T. Nichols Glen E. Freeman F. Vinten Warner Frnent Pontius G. F. Mosley Norman Endacott Inei

Flood Control Talks Delay Arkansas River Plans

U S district engineer Col H Chorpening met with Southern Kansas residents in Tulsa on December 18 to discuss flood development along the Arkansas River. The talks highlighted general prospects and specifics near Arkansas City, per his office. Christmas Vespers are listed at Hochheritorium with two services, and Lawrence Lodge No 6 A F & A M notes a Dec 20 first degree meeting with Samuel P Moyer and Walter H Varnum facilitating.

Tales Okla H. Chorpening U.S Kansas Arkaneae River Arkansas City Chorpening Lawrence Lodge A. F A. M Samuel P. Moyer W. M. Walter H. Varnum

Veterans dispute mermaid mural at Arkansas VFW hall

In Arkansas City the Veterans of Foreign Wars post split over a mermaid painting in the social room. A stormy meeting saw protesters claim to represent the ladies auxiliary while the group voted to finish the mural per artist Miss Pat Pudden, as the hall social room was padlocked to await completion.

Arkansas City Veterans of Foreign Wars Post Everez M Re Ladies Auxiliary Pat Pudden Ast Wayne Richards

Red Army Surges Toward Yangtze Amid Civil War Tensions

Reports from Nanking and Peiping describe Li Taung-jen warning of continued Red advances and a potential coalition government as nationalist forces lose troops. Chiang Kai-shek’s opponents plan a provisional regime, while defense headquarters retreat narrows the gap to Nanking. Chiang reportedly may issue a statement soon.

Mary Chiang Kuomintang Revolutionary Committee Nanking Li Taung-jen Reda Whte Vpengpu Associated Press Seymour Topping Chang Ti-ting Ministry of National Defense Information Topping Chang Chuhsien

May Speak at Club I

A Lawrence Inter-faith movement luncheon with nine members discussed scheduling speakers of all faiths during National Brotherhood Week. Attendees included Dr. John R. Patton Rev Charles Thomas Hobart Hanson Rev Milton Sippel H C Nevickman Comm JOC McGoughran Dr Parker Ruesman Oscar Heanik and Mrs Cohen.

Parker Ruesman Oscar Heanik Mra. H. Cohen

Culver-Stockton dominates Bethany in Canton game

Culver-Stockton College overwhelmed Bethany College 49 to 7 in Canton on December 8. Hill Gain scored 22 points to pace the winners while the halftime score stood at 40-2. Riviera etymology noted, tracing to Latin ripa meaning shore between Nice and Genoa.

Canton Dee Culver-Stockton College Bethany College of Lindsborg Hill Gain Culver-Stockton Riviera Ripa Nice Genoa

Death Notice for William Tefft of Hartford

Word was received yesterday of the death of William Tefft 7S of Hartford. He was the father of C E Tefft 1233 Connecticut Street. Tefft went to Hartford yesterday afternoon to make funeral arrangements.

William Tefft Hartford C.E. Tefft Connecticut Street Tefft

Remembrance Note From Grateful Friend Group

Friends and relatives express thanks for thoughtfulness, flowers, and gifts received at the hospital and after returning home. Lita McMilles is mentioned in gratitude for kind blessings and support during difficult times.

Lita McMilles

County Commissioners Give Courthouse Offices Early Closure

Lawrence report states the county commissioners voted to close the courthouse offices at noon Friday December 24 to allow employees an afternoon to shop and prepare for four Christmas. The offices will reopen Monday morning.

Court House

Former Ecuador dictator Manchene sought by army

In Guayaquil the army issued a wanted order for Col. Carlos Manchene, a former military dictator who ruled Ecuador for 10 days after President Jose Maria Lasco Ibarra was overthrown in 1947. Authorities said his arrest is tied to a plot against the government, following the detention of seven civilians in Guayas Province.

Guayaquil Ecuador Carlos Manchene Guayas Manchene Jose Maria+lasco Ibarra

Two marriage licenses issued yesterday in Kansas

The day prior, two marriage licenses were issued. Harold Phillip Shirk, 24, of Lawrence, and Alice Mae Torneden, 22, of Lawrence, obtained a license. Luther Tyndun Dudley, 52, of Independence, and Pearl Anna Campbell, 65, of Independence, also secured licenses.

Harold Phillip Shirk Alice Mae Torneden Lawrence Luther’ Tyndun Dudley Pearl Anna Campbell Independence

Christmas Programs Turbulent Holiday Preparations In Town

Community notices describe church and school events across Eudora Harlingen and Topeka including Christmas eve programs at Methodist and Saint Paul churches, a variety show at the assembly, carols by pupils, and holiday visits by residents. Local families gather for covered dish dinners and parties while friends from Topeka visit prior to the weekend shopping in Kaneast city.

Hard Lowe Merrian Christina Gitte Jerry Plarris ROG Weachange Chirinty Heritage Schmidt Haringen Harlingen Rio Grande Valley Methotist Billo S Paul Fracesteal Fadora Such School Ransembly Dlemasa Othe Ound Stre Rohnaach Willian Bohneack Topeka

Lecompton Witiba Worketre Christmas Party Recap

The Witiba Worketre club held a Christmas party at Mrs Bien Bates home with a guest list, festive cake, and a gift exchange. A January meeting at Mrs Guth Petimater Mere will elect officers. Vivian Hirdie joined as a new member and social hosts helped coordinate arrangements.

Witiba Clit Mra Bien Bates Noun Min Guth Petimater Mere Vivian Hirdie Drh Vettyamhon Sunetine Club Janeheon Meg Witra

Personal notices mix of names and moves from a fragment

Fragmented personal item notes Mrs W C McNown returning from Washington DC with her son Colonel and family including Margaret and Wee Nown. Mentions Mary A Fl ho nov ar d and others in loose, unclear references to travel, military postings, a hospital visit for pin removal, and a car incident on Wall Street with scattered names.

W.C. McNown Ington D.C Margaret Wee United States Carr Egypt McNor Air Force Headquarters Washington Mary A Laterst Selman Mr. Eley Ang Santa Foster Neweas Spastad Hetoe Wykop Lavreyer Hospital

Paris Certs Snow Hits French Winter Resorts

Snow blankets 16 French winter resorts as Paris Certs records show an alpine scene with widespread snowfall. Local reports note the Alps paper sit and chilly conditions impacting travel and tourism across the region.

Paris Certs Alps

Went An OFFICE POSITION Our Vocational Training Catalog

Vocational guidance and rapid qualification tips offered with individual instruction. Training programs approved for veterans. Information focuses on entry into desired office positions and career advancement opportunities.

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