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Newspaper
Lawrence Journal World
Location
Lawrence, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Dec 19, 1951
Page
4
Lawrence Daily World masthead lists editor Cu C. Dumona J W Murray office 722 Massachusetts Sires subscription rates include one month 1.00 in advance 19.40 and various terms. Paper is entered as second class mail at Lawrence Kansas under act of March 1879.
The Communist list of prisoners of war includes Maj. Gen. William F. Dean among captives, with 3,198 Americans held and 14,000 reported missing. Publication aims to clarify wartime fate and ease home uncertainty, while many await renewed hope or continued despair. The article also surveys aviation milestones from early flight to the jet era.
The Garden City Telegram notes Americans exhaust energy preparing for Christmas yet often regain energy quickly. Christmas shopping is described as a burdensome yet uplifting experience that can boost mood even as it wears shoppers down.
The passage recalls the early reaction to aviation from disbelief to recognition, noting the Wright brothers and barnstormers who pursued flying despite skepticism. It highlights the transformative growth of aviation as a major 20th century activity and the dangers faced by early pilots.
Optimism returns as Britain commits to balancing national accounts and pursuing a currency trial. Headlines reflect renewed can do spirit, while traders note the pound’s first day showing as encouraging.
The column lists community happenings from the Friends Church cornerstone to weddings, births, engagements, and holiday plans. It notes Hazel Loran and Melvin Dale Avery’s December nuptials, Lucille Love and Robert Tuck engagement, a birth announced by Mr. and Mrs. Edna Avery, a New Year wedding, and multiple social gatherings at various local homes and venues with residents including Miss Agnes Husband Miss Irene Peal and numerous families and to-dos through late December.
Tokyo on December 19 reports an unofficial tabulation of American prisoners of war by division. First Cavalry and Third Division figures are listed, with tens to hundreds in each unit, including Fourth U, Twenty Fourth Division, and Marine divisions.
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A fierce blaze swept a Nashville area suburb early today damaging an estimated 500000 to 1000000 dollars. Firemen from Nashville and four suburbs battled the flames as eleven buildings, including a department store grocery and apartment structures, burned in subfreezing conditions.
Foest comments note motorists who complain loudly about repairs while the author critiques the use of loud calls and tight shoes. The piece satirizes how some people avoid statistics yet claim certainty about car and road issues.
Fragmented OCR text mentions pavements speed and shifting night lengths tied to TV programs. References Christmas paper and anticipation of toys to break. Includes stray phrases about value, reading, and a vague Dodge City context.
A reader recalls how market prices for simple ice skates have risen since 30 years ago. The writer notes plain skates with basic blades were once $1.75, while today’s options start at $11.85 for children. He compares past and present footwear trends and ends with a playful remark on the “paring knife necker” question.
Harrisburg Pennsylvania December 10 1950 a plumber Karl Zentmeyer spent spare time building a ranch style house since November 1950 The new home was nearly complete when a morning stove exploded burning the house The five year old son and others escaped unharmed Zentmeyer vowed to rebuild the home saying As long as I can work I will make it all back again
Washington reports on government ethics as three Internal Revenue Bureau workers were fired in years, while the Food and Drug Administration enforces purity and labeling rules. Crawford recounts strict rules against gifts and outside holdings. Truman and the housing agency echo the push for honesty among federal employees.
An Associated Press survey across 23 major retail areas finds merchants split between good and poor holiday business with most predicting higher dollar sales but concerns over price resistance. Prices lowered in some lines, advertising boosts traffic, and defense regions expect strong sales. Industry leaders see a record high overall, with more spending on food and gifts.
Elizabeth Bean of Kansas City travels solo around the world leaving New York two days ago. She passes through Istanbul on the journey and plans to reach India, keeping to air views and airports as fans hope to see more.
The January Reader's Digest article The Way We Look at Them by W. L. White draws on a University of Kansas visit. White spent three days interviewing students from K U as part of a United Nations World Magazine survey, with assistance from Donald Alderson. Students praised democracy and labor dignity but found Americans, especially college students, immature and mentally lazy. they were impressed by general kindness of the American people.
Washington reports OPS has mailed survey forms to 1,500 grocery stores as part of a broad inquiry into whether retail food dealers may raise prices. Spokesmen say costs have risen and higher ceilings are needed. A follow up survey will occur next year after retailers argued current ceilings are too low.
The Defense Department released casualty list No 484 reporting 30 killed in action 0 wounded one missing and 12 injured in accidents in Korea.
Mrs Katherine Rothberger returned to Eudora after visiting in Topeka with her families. Jesse Hill slipped at the Masonic Hall and fractured his left leg above the knee, was moved to Lawrence Memorial Hospital for extended care. Numerous locals hosted a dinner at the Paasch home in Lawrence with guests from nearby communities and a festive Christmas display.
An OCR noisy listing shows a dense array of radio program names, times, and station identifiers. The fragment mentions KM-3D RU DAF 10, KMJIC Newscast, KUMO Nowa, KMNC Blatt Wine, WIEN Journey, and WREN Mark Pratt among many others with scattered show titles and times such as 6:00 PM and 7:00 PM across multiple stations, reflecting a broad local broadcast slate. The text reads like a station-by-station grid of programs, hosts, and slots with partial phrases and inconsistent spellings.
Dressed in red, guests received gifts at a Christmas event. Prizes were awarded in a bridge game to Mrs. Oscar Lothholz Mrs. Erwin Kanziz and Ray Miller. A dinner bridge is planned Friday evening January 1 at the home of Mr and Mrs Oscar Lothholz Jr. Mrs Ross Barton returned to Boulder after being called by the death of her sister in Topeka. The Holy Family School will present a Christmas program tomorrow at 8 o clock with readings piano solos plays by various grades and a gift subscription to the Journal World offered.
A late 1940s era TV listing notes Hanna's RCA Victor Television Dealer and local programming. It highlights a December schedule with shows including news, family programs, and a feature on theater and community interest. The page reflects early television promotion and audience-anchored segments.
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