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Newspaper
Lawrence Journal World
Location
Lawrence, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Dec 23, 1946
Page
4
The readable parts show subscription rates and ads in a historic paper. It lists prices for 8 months and per year in adjoining counties, plus staff notes and a brief religious quote about the Prince of Peace. The fragment includes Associated Press note and a century old tagline.
Forecasts suggest President Truman will present recommendations with minimal force aiming for cooperation with a Republican Congress. Observers expect a measured tone to avoid pressure while seeking a partnership between the White House and legislators rather than sparring.
Georgia faces a politics driven crisis as Governor elect Eugene Talmadge dies before taking office. Governor Ellis Arnall’s stance and a split legislature raise issues of how to fill the vacancy with Herman Talmadge backed by supporters while a Wisconsin precedent is cited for an acting governor.
Elliott Roosevelt reports Premier Stalin of Russia in fine spirits and seemingly in good health after returning from vacation. The birthday interview at the Kremlin addressed circulating European rumors about Stalin's condition.
Severe damage reported in Japan from a large offshore earthquake. Communications gaps delay full casualty numbers. Tidal waves damaged homes factories and docks, with relief efforts likely overseen by the American military government as operations shift.
The year ends with signs of intensified civil conflict as factions fail to reach a peaceful accord after stalled negotiations. University news notes an unusual fire in a ventilation shaft, with a list of burned items excluding a single professor, implying some items ignite easily.
A columnist reviews mounting global flashpoints from Peiping to the Middle East and the Balkans, noting Soviet western tensions and Big Three diplomacy. While dangers persist, optimism grows as leaders from Stalin to Truman voice hope for peace and a softening of hostile stances.
Mrs Farris and I thank Lawrence rescue squads for quick response after a cistern cave‑in on our farm. The fire chief, police, sheriff, highway department, Bell Telephone first aid crew, and a wrecker crane all arrived within minutes, proving a diligent disaster team is ready any time for city and rural residents.
Kansas Senator Alfred M. Harkness says the education committee will convene early in the new session to address school problems. He notes rural districts protests and a new state group seeking changes in the reorganization law, with urgency for a general transportation measure for elementary schools.
Heavyweight champion Joe Louis heads to Mexico City on February 5 for an exhibition bout possibly with Arturo Godoy. He will then tour Central and South America with four round demonstrations. Reported offer for the Mexico City bout is $50,000 with strong earnings expected from other appearances.
A Christmas tree ornament wired device exploded when 14 year old Ronald Berich hung it on the tree in Pittsburgh. He suffered loss of both thumbs and forefingers and serious internal injuries. His father Clarence was only slightly hurt as neighbors described the mysterious object as a detonator the family had kept for years.
The column lists community updates including relief donations of 9 000 pounds of grapefruit, holiday travel and visits by local residents and guests from Toledo Stuttgart and St Louis, a new storm door at Lawrence National Bank, births in the area and planned gatherings around Christmas and New Year events.
A group of high performing girls celebrated a 38 progressive December with a luncheon themed Mise Josephine Klein. The afternoon included a party and refreshments at Wiedemann's. They were entertained with a Christmas tree and General Thelma Edmondson attended, followed by a solemn closing.
Forty years ago Mrs. W. W. Filkin of Kansas City arrives to spend Christmas with Mr. and Mrs. James D. Faxon. Miss Evelyn Stanton visits from Wellington. Alta Stanton returns from Grand Rapids. Helen Rankin travels to Minneapolis for a week with the Gaffords. Margaret Lynn visits Tarkio. Minnie Kennedy and Everett Springer wed in Lawrence and Arizona respectively. Clara Reynolds and James Herd marry at 1013 New Hampshire Street. Hannah Mitchell hosts a dinner for guests next Friday with Ruth Patterson in attendance. Mrs. Milo Treworgy and Edith Griffin entertain to honor Ruby Gardner of Chicago. Will De Forest visits from Kansas City.
A column defends the Norris La Guardia Act while criticizing Judge Goldsborough and labor leader John L Lewis. It argues the act limits injunctions in private labor disputes and questions recent labor support for Lewis. The piece warns against politicized use of injunctions and highlights past court rulings.
A dense list of crossword like clues with numbered entries points to a themed puzzle. It blends definitions such as abid e and haunt terms with geographic and linguistic hints across many hints and positions.
Cleveland reports that UP surgeons received fellowships at the 32nd congress of the American College of Surgeons. Kansas recipients include Glenn R. Peters of Kansas City Frederick W. Matassarin of Wichita and Charles M. Starr of Wichita. Matassarin earned a B S in medicine from the University of Kansas in 1935 an M D from KU in 1937. Peters earned his M D from the University in 1937 and Starr earned his medical degree in 1936.
Mrs Pete Edelbrock had a minor operation Wednesday morning at University Hospital in Kansas City. Mr and Mrs C D Williams were mentioned in connection with the report.
A long list of visits and events from Bonner Springs and Eudora shows multiple families traveling to Lawrence Wichita Kansas City and Topeka for birthdays religious services and meals. Notable items include Anna Mary Brechelsen’s 85th birthday celebration with 56 relatives present and a December 12 wedding at Sunflower church as Ralph W Snyder wed Rita E Taylor with Rev. Orin Watson presiding.
A readable fragment lists radio programs and times across KMEC WDPAF WEAF KMRC WDAF WREN and others for Monday evening December 73 and Tuesday evening December M ae shows include Western Echoes News and various music hour blocks. Notable names include Armstrong Sothern Mr. Davis Olson and Wood while fictional segments Lone Ranger and The Shadow appear with multiple musical and news segments.
Community clubs hold Christmas parties and dinners in Eudora with plans for future duties. Families travel to Los Angeles for visits while local members attend banquets and luncheon gatherings. Several residents report recovery from recent operations as church groups organize programs and trees.
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