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Lawrence Journal World

Location

Lawrence, Kansas, United States of America

Date

Feb 26, 1948

Page

3

Dixie Dems Face An Early Defeat In Civil Rights Battle

Washington reports Rebel Southern Democrats confront Truman civil rights drive led by an anti-lynching bill advancing through the House judiciary committee. Republicans hold a 13 to 12 edge in the panel. potential early floor debate hinges on unanimous consent as Southern opposition centers on states’ rights. The measure would make lynching a federal crime with penalties up to 10 years and 21 600 dollars, plus fines and penalties for negligent protection. Senate action on a companion bill lags as party lines shift amid broader civil rights push and poll results show filibuster challenges.

Washington Truman House House Judiciary Committee Am Cs.t Leo Allen R-M House Rules Committee Dixie Senate Ferguson Rich Senate Judiciary Senate Rules Committee Mtennia D.-Miss Green G.O.P

Sunny Operetta Broadcast Tonight By Lawrence Students

A transcription of the operetta Senn by Lawrence grade and high school pupils will be aired tonight on KFKU from 9 20 to 10 o clock as part of the Women of Kansas program. Written by Mira Fedna Becker of Topeka and Mrs Rebecca Welty Dunn of Kansas City the work was prepared by the radio council. Leading parts include Charles Fisher Bettina Gagliardo Edward Lynn Fred Coombs Margeret Hart Beverly Smith and Peggy Wilson.

Lawrence Ime KFKU Women of Kansas Mira Fedna Becker Topeka Rebecca Welty Dunn Arkansas City Radio Council Sunny Charles Fisher Bettina Gagliardo Edward Lynn Fred Coombs Grambo Phil Endacott Margaret Hart Court Beverly Smith Queen Bee Pegey Wilson South Wind

K Club Launches Drive to End Booing at KU Games

The K Club at the University of Kansas, about 90 athletic lettermen, launched a campus program to improve sportsmanship by curbing booing at basketball games. Secretary Hal Moore said players are bothered when referees are booed and urged spectators to cheer for both teams. The campaign targets organized houses and adults alike as KU prepares to host Kansas State. Cowboys Defeat Aggies.

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