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Lawrence Journal World

Location

Lawrence, Kansas, United States of America

Date

Dec 20, 1952

Page

3

Hold-Down Order in Kumbwa Battle Shapes Korean Action

Ammunition shortages and hold down orders affected U.N. forces in the Kumbwa battle near the end of October. Communists at times outshot Allied units 2 to 1 until a massive Allied artillery push reversed the trend. Despite rationing, U.N. commanders concentrated guns and shells in the sector, the heaviest since World War I, though unable to fully suppress enemy red guns and mortars.

Tokyo Korea Hineshower Kumbes U.N Kumbwa Washington Can Willy A. Fesiec T Ke ‘Army Eisenhower Bettman Reeder High Command

Santa quits after rough kids at New Orleans station

Harold Barker an 18 year old Loyola University freshman quit his Santa Claus post at a New Orleans gas station after about 200 children overwhelmed him. They grabbed balloons lollipops and ripped his wig and buttons as traffic snarled and he fled for safety.

New Orleans Santa Claus Harold Barker Loyola University of the South Barker Santa Dasher Dancer

Iowa Father Ordained Priest After Widowhood

Patrick Norton of Dubuque Iowa, a 69 year old widower and father of 14, was ordained a Roman Catholic priest in Rome at St Girolamo Church. The ceremony was led by Aloysius Fozar, with Norton to celebrate his first Mass tomorrow at Beda College chapel.

Rome Beda College

Winter season begins Sunday in 1952 forecast

The article notes that winter starts Sunday, marking the end of autumn. Winter official timing is 3.44 p m CST on Sunday, signaling a seasonal change for the region.

New York

Former Kansan Faces Mail Fraud Charges

T Jones, a former Kansas utility operator, faces a three year prepared prison sentence for mail fraud. Prosecutor Lester Mays said Jones visited communities, obtained options on land, and took deposits for homes to be built, while Jones and his attorney argued over the case.

T.jones Kansas Dallas Lester Mays U. S Jones

Graham recounts stories of corruption amid ranks

Graham spoke of corruption and vice among ranks while praising good conduct. He noted that most men represent America well. The speech was recorded for Gra ham's weekly hour on the Americas Broadcasting Company, tying into his program.

Peninsula Graham U.S Americas Broadcasting Company

Prayer and praise service at the church

Fragments indicate a religious gathering with prayer and praise led by Te and Teandey 46. The readable text mentions church activities and indicates a service focused on worship and communal praise.

Joe Mirwel Teandey

Traffic fatalities tally 1952 to date and 1951 totals

In the last 24 hours and to date, Kansas records show traffic fatalities with 1952 at 534 and 1951 at 580. The figures reflect the state accident records section for the Topeka area over the period.

Topeka Kansas

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