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Newspaper
Lawrence Journal World
Location
Lawrence, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Feb 18, 1948
Page
4
A fragment from a historic newspaper shows a February edition with notices by Associated Press on copyright and circulation. It includes a Bible verse reading Lord, save mam Matthew 14:20 and a brief line about a man fearing the wind, crying for help during a perilous moment.
The Ottewa Herald notes Faperia Country club paid off its mortgage and stands free and clear but warns complacency can lead to neglect. Officials face decisions on necessary vs pending projects as growth and facility upkeep press on.
The Arts and Crafts festival opens tonight and injects new life into local art criticism with a single exhibit titled Spatial Convolution. Citizens debate its meaning, with remarks ranging from it being about modernism to a possible statement on women, while an art student hints at a gender reading.
The piece argues that force and violence already launched in Valentine can only be halted by superior force. Calls grow for United Nations troops to preserve order during and after the policy of parliament is carried out. The writer laments the belated effort, noting the war’s lesson that might often governs right in an uncertain world.
Mets tour evokes inscription on cornerstone praising James A Farley and Henry Mergunthes for funding a new post office. He questions the lack of real investment by Farley and Morgan in this project while recalling a Southern high school unveiling. A portrait of F D I hangs in the lobby with the inscription He gave you this high school. The tax curse and business strain color the tour.
In an editorial tone, the Omaha World-Herald critiques Kansas fiscal planning, noting the lack of a central budget system. It highlights that most income is dedicated or federal grants, with little executive budgetary control. The piece argues for reform to place budget oversight with the governor or an executive official. It also comments on the broader waste of funds and references concerns about postwar aid.
The United Nations Palestine commission calls for rapid measures to prevent further bloodshed as fighting continues between Jews and Arabs. Analysts say only the Security Council can authorize an armed force, but veto power by the Big Five stalls decisive action. A plan leans toward small nations supplying manpower while major powers provide equipment, with speed emphasized.
A stormy Florida scene leaves a boy shaken from bed while homes report morning discomforts. A health article links pain to the body’s weakest parts and cautions against headaches. The piece contrasts remarks about clothing prices and a morning cold shower remedy with a grapefruit tip. The irony of thinner versus heavier people appears in lighthearted musings.
The operetta Oh Doctor will be staged at the high school tonight with a large cast including David Waltermulder Joyes Viesselman Phyllis Burgert Jack Dodda Bob Weir and many others under the direction of Joe Williams Mrs James Dart and Walter Russell. Miss Jane Howe receives honors as she leaves tomorrow for Honolulu where she will be a laboratory technician.
Twenty five years ago the Vinland scheol harmed to the mound Saturday is Commine Constant will leave Thursday for Shreveport La where she will take a position as bacteriologist in the Hyde Park Sanitarium. Mr and Mrs Carl Hird announce the birth of a son Carl February 17. Before her marriage Mrs Hird was Miss Anna Epsey. Mr and Mrs Ernest Wulfkuhle of Stull announce the birth February 15 of a son whom they have named Wesley Marcel. Mrs Wulfkuhle was formerly Miss Frances Bahnmaier.
Forty years past William Frank March of Lawrence was named grand master of the state Masonic council yesterday at Topeka. August Hackharth Phillip Preisach Herman Broeker and Al Beatz attended the Lawrence Turners 50th anniversary in Kansas City Sunday. Frances Carpenter Mina Ruth Drche entertained Saturday evening with a tea party. Frank M Bene brake hosted a dinner at his Topeka home Saturday night with Mrs. Esterly and Mrs. Hall of Lawrence. The Sewing club will meet with Mims Lacie Zerby Friday evening. Mrs. Frank Benedict hosted a whist gathering yesterday. Dorothy Clarke, recently stricken with diphtheria, is reported out. Frank Howard went to Kansas City today.
A critical discussion questions the Marshall Plan's purpose amid wartime relief, economic aid, and anti communism aims. It notes allocations to Denmark, Holland, and Ireland, questions if aid benefits the poor, and cites Senator Malone on private investment and potential European reform. Also mentions relaxed reserve corps commission rules for veterans and job info at Sunflower ordnance works.
State Senator A J Henrod of Kansas City Kansas suffered a skull fracture broken ribs and a broken collarbone in a three car collision near Covington Louisiana late Monday A physician at the infirmary where the couple were treated said he would recover Mrs Henrod was driving and apparently lost control as the car sideswiped another and struck a third others were hurt Covington lies about 20 miles north of New Orleans Also mentions a schedule change and a Texas Tech football note with Dave Deloher in Waco Texas on September 25
New York writer Mal Boyle profiles Mrs Ruth Berbes, a 22 year old Chicago housewife who began a one woman drive against high living costs by dieting on five slices of bread and two glasses of milk daily after paying 26 cents for a pound of butter. The plan, begun last week, drew both local interest and storekeeper grumbles as wives consider adopting similar measures to combat rising prices and the fashion cost of the New Look.
A discussion of the word gentleman and its real meaning. It defines a well bred, courteous man who treats others with respect, performs quiet courtesies, and acts with self restraint in public settings and with women, without arrogance.
A period column offers etiquette guidance for new brides and divorced women. It explains introducing a husband as simply may I present my husband and outlines ring procedures with best man, minister, and placement steps. It advises card engraving using maiden name and husband’s surname, with Mrs Hills Weaver as preferred form.
A garbled OCR page lists scattered crossword style clues and names tied to U S Senator Mississippi, various definitions and word fragments. The item appears as a puzzle or filler segment with numerous numbered entries and no cohesive narrative or date.
A narrator recalls personal hunger and inflation fears, claiming initiative can slash food costs. He notes trying meals at a cafe, recalling school football days, and says if everyone worked and bought meals, prices could drop in a week. The piece mixes memories with calls for action.
Pittsburgh February 18. United Steelworkers of America say they will not threaten a strike in the steel industry. Wage negotiations set for next April were outlined by Philip Murray after a closed meeting of the union's executive board. Current contracts run one more year but allow wage reopeners in April.
Mrs M E Tenpenny Margaret Elizabeth Rollins born December 27 1854 died February 12 1948 aged 93 years one man and 18 days Born in Fulton county IL she moved with parents to Wamego in 1846 resident of Kansas over 81 years Married April 25 1870 to Anthony Ginest who preceded her in death Five children born to the union with four predeceased her Married to David Tenpenny December 1908 he died October 10 1948 at her death Mrs Tenpenny.
Listings show KMBC and WREN airing evening segments with a mix of weather, sports, and entertainment. Notable items include Elmer and Barn tunes, Marx era features, Jimmy Durante program, and a Henry Sturgeon review hour.
The obituary notes a Kansas connected life of a widow who enjoyed independence, radio chats, and Pioneer Days stories with many grandchildren and great grandchildren, plus two sons William and Edward. It records William Grafton Baldwin born 1867 in Cass County Indiana and died 1949 in Lawrence Kansas at 80, with a Kansas homestead in early life and a family line including Harry James Edward B Mary Jane Catherine and others.
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