Kansans face big federal tax cuts and idle projects
The Parsons Sun reports that under Truman budget cuts Kansans could face a 357 million dollar share next year. A 10 percent cut would save Kansans 35 million and a 5 percent cut 17.5 million. Officials warn nonessential federal services would be eliminated and debt would grow. Russell county rejects a courthouse tower as a long delayed improvement. Kiowa county sheriff race sees no candidates. Sir Stafford Cripps warns Britain on export import gaps. Shawnee county sheriff seizes 6000 dollars in liquor.
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Union
Parsons Sun
Kansan
Washington
Kansas
Feople
China’s Future Hinges on Internal Strife and Manchuria
Dawit Uacusnss reviews Chiang Kai-shek’s beleaguered government facing warlords and Soviet aid. He warns Manchuria’s fate could become a Chinese satellite state, risking a separate northern power amid famine and inflation. The piece notes U.S. calls for Chinese aid funding, but stresses China must reform to survive.
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Ching
Lanar
Chiang Kai-shek
Chiang
Manchuria
China
Yangtse
Russia
Moscow
Soviet Union
Far East
U.S
State Departments
Senate Foreign Relations Committee
Gandhi Echoes Faith Over Force in Funeral Reflection
An essay honoring Mahatma Gandhi argues that power and force fail beside faith and nonviolence. It contrasts world leaders with Gandhis who inspire change through steadfast devotion, jail time, and a lifetime of service, asserting such virtue outlasts wealth and war.
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India
Treasuries
Pevehn
Globe
Pars
Berlin
Gandhi
Benham
Stephen
Christs
Lincolns
Gandhis
Radio Programs and Misread Messages Chronicle
A fragmentary note describes a Thursday evening radio listing on 620 WEAR and a mishandled message from EMC Newent about two men in Ski Okla. It mentions a reader who was sought, a Lake Barnes location, and an event where two men met and were later handled after about five hours, with a fourth meeting referenced.
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Reed
Lake Barnes
Ski Okla
Fragmented 1970s Newswire Clip Teases Local Media
Fragmentary OCR from a 1970s newspaper page lists numerous station call letters and names, including WDAP KMRC KMBC WDAF WREN and others. It mentions Weather, church news, and a brief note on housing: 7 percent of U S dwellings lacked a private bath or shower.
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WDAP
Burne
Atom
KMRC
Dick Hapreee
Jack Caren
Wren
KMIG
Postwar price readjustment urged for all groups
The piece argues that grain price declines unsettle farmers but reflect a false postwar price base. It calls for broad readjustment to lower raw material and consumer prices in proportion, with commodity prices first hit and wider scaling down to restore economic stability.
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Basia
Inerrasex Incunion
Reed Calls for Practical European Aid Within Means
Senator Clyde M. Reed says he will back the best European recovery plan feasible through full discussion. He opposes unlimited spending but supports aid if needed to protect American interests, arguing Congress should appropriate only what is necessary within the nation’s means. He cautions against fixed long term sums and notes future results will guide ongoing choices. The Europeans’ own actions will influence success.
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Clyde M. Reed
Europe
Congress
Russia’s Answer to Secret Nazi Documents Stirs Debate
An American source questions Washington’s handling of published secret Nazi papers on German Russian relations. The Foreign Policy Bulletin accuses the State Department of publishing only unfavourable portions and urges broader disclosure to expose Western powers' shared responsibility for events leading to World War II.
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Russia
Washington
Hitler
Foreign Policy Bulletin
Vera Michelen
Dean
State Department
Japan
Britain
United States
Germany
Europe
Pearl Harbor
Market uncertainty after war era shocks Arkansas City
The Arkansas City Traveler notes debate over whether postwar market shifts are a passing phenomenon or the start of a new era. A Local observer in Friday’s report claims recent price volatility signals a lasting change, while experts disagree. The piece hints at a young, optimistic shop employee whose presence challenges established forecasts.
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Arkansas City
Modern Touch stone- New vor in Louisiana voting
In Louisiana the practice of hauling voters to polls grows more complex with drivers assisted by a sitter for mothers while casting ballots. Budget planners aim for a one percent national Nacht payment next year, potentially enabling two mortgage-burning ceremonies by 2049.
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Louisiana
Mamma
Chanute Tribune
Barbs on Winter Ends and Spring Humor
Fragments humorously critique winter habits and spring ads. A dentist ad caption reads Operations Conducted With real Paing. The verse jokes about alcohol in radiators and drivers and predicts popular checks this coming spring.
Old Home Town Invitations and Local Celebrations
Invitations issued by Mrs. Lyle Powell Mrs. M S Winter Capt W L Brady and Mrs Avery Johnson for a costume party February 26 at the Country club. Mrs Eva O Donnell of Kansas City and Justin D Bowersock wed in Hollywood yesterday. Alas Stutz hosts a birthday gathering this evening. Catherine Juedicke hosts a Valentine party tonight with guests Sally Rowe Virginia Bigsby Sarsh Ann Ander een Bertha Me and Mrs David.
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de Ana
Lyle Powell
M.S. Winter
W. L. Brady
Avery Jonnson
Country Club
Eva O'Donnell
Kansas City
Justin D. Bowersock
Lawrence National Bank
Hollywood
Alas Stutz
Local Social Busy with Dances and Gatherings
Twenty five years ago Mrs J Bilan and Mrs A D Wilcox hosted a bridal party for Miss Irene Hames and Mr Alig Hames with Franks Broyg attending. Red Men plan a family dance in K P hall while Frances Carpenter hosts a Taffy Pull on South Juatt Street. Carrie Kasold entertains guests tonight. Mrs A Monroe and Miss Anna Monroe host three whist tables with Irma Levy receiving a painted dish. An outing features a band at F F Hall with admission 12 cents to benefit band stands. Dr. Bliss and others visit Rawham Valley while the Weingartner and Hinesley groups tour Kansas.
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Frances Carpenter
South Jusatts Street
Carrie Kasold
A. Monroe
Anna Monroe
Irma Levy
Morris
W. A. Guenther
F.F. Hall
Fred_ Brooker
Salewesn
le Land
Rawham Valier
Ction
Delos Kelly
Miss Stella
Cornell
Ery
Kansas
Weingartner
Hinesley
Kaneas
Alvin Clark
Leavenworth
Lincoln praised as savior of the republic in letters
Letters from readers extol Abraham Lincoln in reverent tones, citing his greatness in life and death, his sympathetic nature, and his impact on American history as Bishop Newman and editor Louisa Cooke Don Carlos reflect on his legacy. A San Diego reader criticizes fuel shortages and Congress for perceived neglect while Russian tankers fill West Coast ports.
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Lights the Republic
Journal-World
Abraham Lincoln
Renta
Lincoln
Goa
Bishop Newman
America
Republic
Louisa Cooke
Don Carlos
Jou.na.wom
Kansas
Pratt
Kan
Long Beach
San Pedro
West Coast
Middle West
John T'im
San Diego
Calif
On the Air Waves Puzzle Across and Down Clues
A newspaper style clue grid lists horizontal and vertical prompts with numeric labels and partial word hints for a word puzzle. Entries include entertainers, animals, materials, and symbols, guiding solver steps through a themed puzzle.
Kansas farmers form advisory council for Kansas State College
Charles R. Topping and 13 other prominent Kansas farmers were named to the Kansas Agricultural Council on Research and Education at Manhattan. The council aims to study school needs, secure statewide support, survey facilities, and relay farmer input to college leaders and agriculture groups across the state.
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Charles R. Topping
Lawrence
Kansas
Kansas State College
Manhattan
Kansas Agricultural Council On Research and Education
Manhaitan
Larce
Merthoost
Tina
Weorge W. Ninoaid
Cpeka
HL Drake
Top
Mei
Colege
KU draft Sweden scholarship program for Lawrence students
University of Kansas offers an equal exchange with Sweden allowing Lawrence residents to study in Sweden while Swedish students attend KU. Local families provide housing and hospitality, KU covers tuition, Swedish authorities cover living costs, and organized houses may participate. Some details from Dr J H Nelson note language knowledge and a prewar German exchange precedent.
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Sweden
University of Kansas
Lawrence
J. H. Nelson
K. U. Theon
Nelson Egid
Red House
Phi Kanpa Ps
K U
Dron Nelson
Frank Strong
Univers
Sweten
Misa Tix Thomason
Borsen
Frreiem
Deafened May Now Hear Church Sermons
A new hearing device enables the deaf to hear faint sounds and enjoy music, family, and sermons. The Beltone hearing aid, accepted by the American Medical Association council, is compact, single unit, no battery pack or wires, adjustable as hearing changes. Visit Beltone Topeka Hearing Service at Jayhawk Hotel for details or a free listening.
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Council On Physical, Medicine
American Medical Association
Beltone
Beltone Topeka Aring Service
Suite
Jayhawk Hotel
Topeka
Kansas
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