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Newspaper
Lawrence Journal World
Location
Lawrence, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Feb 01, 1950
Page
6
A spokesman announced a new contract ending a 13 day strike at three Carlsbad potash mines near Carlsbad New Mexico. No wage increases or benefits were included and terms run through May 31 1250.
Fred Bramlage state commander of the American Legion from Junction City outlines a Legion forum at the Community building Thursday to discuss the Hoover Commission findings. He warns the proposed reorganization could strip veterans of hospital care, employment preferences, and veteran identity while arguing rehabilitation costs must be funded as part of war costs.
John Smith finds an old mousetrap and launches a nationwide Better Mousetrap campaign using design, advertising, and PR. Sales peak then plunge before tweaks restore growth. The tale blends business hustle with marketing hype and a farm to fame arc.
Dr Alien B Rice pastor of City Methodist Gary Indiana will deliver the Founders Day address at First Methodist Baldwin Kansas on Wednesday February 8 at 10 am marking Baker University s 92nd birthday He is son of the late Dr Merton S Rice renowned lecturer and church leader who served at Metropolitan Avenue Methodist Detroit The Indiana clergyman will also speak to alumni faculty and students at 4 pm February 8 on Observations of European Life
AFL officials in Miami Beach outline 1950 political aims with concerns over campaign funds. A drive for $2 per member has raised about $50,000 toward $2 million goal, with 2,000,000 members urged to contribute. The league plans to stay clear of primary contests, focusing on the general election and supporting the Democratic nominee against Taft, while sometimes backing GOP candidates like Morse.
Hartford Feb 1 Henry R Luce pulls out of the Connecticut U S Senate race with his wife Mrs Clare Joathe Luce favored as nominee by party leaders The move followed a telephone confirmation from Republican State Chairman Clarence F Baldwin and Harold B Mitchell No reason given and Luce had earlier shown definite interest Three weeks ago he said he remained open to the nomination Both CT senators Brien McMahon and William Benton are Democrats.
A roundup of new stamps from Romania Hungary the Saar and Bolivia honoring leaders and events. Romania issued a green 31 stamp set featuring Marshal Stalin and inscriptions praising his glory. Hungary printed three stamps with a portrait of their leader in red brown tones. The Saar released a religious charity stamp set in five values. The Philippines issued two stamps commemorating Gregorio del Pilar who died at age 22 in battle against American troops. Bolivia released a six-value University Union anniversary set with a portrait of President Gregorio Parken and a globe motif.
The 6,000 ton freighter Flying Independent raced toward Hong Kong with a smoldering fire in her No 4 hold. Captain Andrew Crinkley, aboard the ship en route from Manila, said the vessel was in no danger as a radio message described the situation.
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