Lions ride five straight wins as Rife builds contender
Strictly Personal Max Rife has led Lawrence High to five straight basketball victories this season, including a 65 44 win over Topeka. The Lions project a strong league and potential state honors with players like Johnny Hadl and Jack Galloway stepping up, while KU and K State stars loom in pre season buzz.
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Johnny Hadl
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Morgan- Mack, Legion
Christmas and New Year Greeting From the Moreys
The Moreys send warm wishes for a Very Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year to all, expressing hope for the best of everything possible for you and yours.
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Bowling Notes Show League Results And Standings
The Sunflower League matches report Wednesday night results with Rock Chalk Cafe and Decker-Cay Agency sweeping four prints each from Lawrence decorators and Haven Insurance. VFW won three points from Hank's Delivery while American Legion and Scott Temperature split. Harrell's Cities Service leads the standings with several teams close behind.
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Harrell
Texaco
Harrel
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Heep. Anternan
Sacaneaysoo
Market News Highlights for Kansas City and Grain Prices
Local markets report grain and livestock prices with wheat at 1.95 and corn 1.02 per unit, oats 1.56, rye .85, soybeans listed. Poultry and eggs prices shown for hens, roosters, and Grade A eggs, plus Butter Grade A values. USDA cattle data note 2,500 head with feeder and prime steers, cows strong, high choice loads around 26.25 to 27.00. Fort Leavenworth history line notes 1827 establishment for trade protection.
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From Our Fema to Your Flame by Mrs Grorge Docking
Christmas reflections mix with local history as Mrs Grorge Docking recalls Kansas territorial governors and the view from the Governor's reception room. She cites readings in Four Centuries in Kansas and notes Christmas plans with family in Arkansas City Wichita and Goodland Ada Horn. The piece closes with gratitude for freedom and peace.
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United States
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Rockies
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James W. Denver
Bliss Isely
W. M. Richards
Meredeth
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Wichita
Marsha
Gordon
Ada Horn
Goodland
Teens urged to delay steady dating in novelist Rosamund du Jardin’s view
Rosamund du Jardin, author of popular youth books, argues many teenagers should avoid steady dating. In Class Ring Tobey dates then returns the ring, while The Real Thing shows marriage later only after experience and better timing. She says dating a few boys first helps prevent hasty commitments and future regrets.
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Consult Parents Before Marriage Says Mrs du Jardin
Mrs du Jardin urges young couples to date at least a year and seek parental consent before marriage. She emphasizes considering every angle and not sacrificing college for early marriage, noting that parents are not old fashioned and can help adjust to the new generation’s tensions.
4 H Club Holiday Gatherings Trimmed With Gifts Across Units
Belleview Home Demonstration Unit enjoyed a December turkey dinner at Mrs. Frank Greiner with twelve members. A future meeting is set for Jan 9 at Mrs. Tom Akin with lamp shade lesson by Mrs. John Lenahan. Stull unit held a Christmas party for about 70 elderly male patients at Topeka State Hospital with games and refreshments. Kaw Valley unit hosted a Christmas luncheon at Mrs. Clifford Cox with secret pals revealed and baskets for needy families. January meeting slated with Mrs. George Dunkley.
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Frank Greiner
Beulah McKee
Tom Akin
Stull Home Demonstration
Topeka State Hospital
Wilbur Hildenbrand
Donald Wulfkuhle
Albert Hildenbrand
Kenneth Confer
Selena Houk
Paul Lyeffer
Aollane Kraft
Kaw Valley Home Demonstration Unit
Clifford Cox
George Dunkley
DuPont Seeks Bridge Approval Across Kaw River Slough
DuPont requests authorization from the Corps of Engineers to build a low road crossing from the south bank of the Kaw River across a slough to Franks Island at the Shawnee County plant site between Lawrence and Topeka. Five three foot pipes will drain the roadway. top of the crossing sits 14 feet below the 1951 high water. Written comments due January 17 to Army Engineer District in Kansas City.
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Winter home rebuilt recalls Christmas memory in Lawrence area
Mrs. Ruth Lewis Winter, long with husband and daughter Mary Beth, rebuilt a 7 room home in Lawrence after a highway crash that left her with multiple fractures. She learned to walk again, resumed tasks like caring for Mary Beth, and celebrated in a Christmas gathering hosted by the Winter Community Club with neighbors sharing food and gifts. The story highlights endurance, a remodeled house, and local family ties amid a regional Christmas mood.
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Moving with Kids: Easing Family Relocation Ties
A Child Study Association advised that children face disruption when families relocate, especially youths losing friends and activities. Parents should involve kids in choosing homes and rooms, arrange early visits with friends, invite close companions to the new house, and host new teachers at dinner to ease the transition.
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Encoorege
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Clanai
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