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Newspaper
Lawrence Journal World
Location
Lawrence, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Feb 27, 1950
Page
4
Britain Faces Uncertain Labor Majority In New Parliament
The Labour party won a parliamentary majority but failed to secure the popular vote lead. Prime Minister Attlee vows to carry on, yet experts warn the cabinet may not last long amid voter resistance to further socialization. The King will formally open Parliament on March 6 with a speech drafted by Labour outlining its program and the Budget due in April.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
British Labor Party
Altho
Labor Party
Laborites
Attlee
King George
Britain
Not Exciting Candidacies for City Primaries March 7
Not exciting but important city primary candidacies filed for March 7. The piece argues local politics shape self-government and tax bills, urging voters to participate as the primary offers a chance to influence decisions affecting everyone on the Lownsite.
Bad Men on File in Kansas Grow Harder to Flee
Kansas law enforcement tightens the net as the Kansas Bureau of Investigation reports a 4 575 fingerprint file and a 9 600 person photographic file. Repeat offenders face greater odds of capture. In the last year KBI handled 190 major criminal cases with 124 convictions and remaining cases still in court.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Kansas
Kansas Bureau of Investigation
KBI
Cold War at Home Political critique of neglect in coal crisis and winter safety
The piece accuses the administration of neglecting coal shortages during a late winter cold spell, exposing people to freezing risk. It argues federal protections were ignored, criticizing officials for delaying action until autumn 1950 and warning of dangers from government whim.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
At Home Administration
Byrd Budget Plan and Kansas Tax Impact
Senator Byrd advocates an 84 billion national budget replacing Truman’s 4213 billion proposal. He provides a state by state table showing Kansas would supply 1.15 percent of the budget, needing 488 million to meet Truman levels and 414 million for Byrd’s plan, saving Kansans about 74 million or over 35 per capita. The article notes potential railroad and telephone strikes ahead and two party fundraising tickets carrying nominal tax labels.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Byrd
Virginia
Kansas
In Tune With the Times President Sees Cold War Threats
The national address referenced atomic and hydrogen bomb fears, military and economic strain at home, and a political rebuke of the Republican party. The discourse noted Asia’s red tide, Berlin pressure, domestic layoffs, coal shortages, and global hunger as context for the speech. Mexico cited oddly in a divorce remark.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Indianapolis
United States
Asia
Pacific
Berlin
Republican Party
Mexico
Leavenworth Times
Prolonged Life Expected for New Government Over Nationalization Debate
The passage notes strong suspense over whether the government will pursue further nationalization of industry, especially the iron and steel sectors, as a major socialist plank. It suggests legislation exists but not yet implemented and predicts possible early elections amid Conservative skepticism.
Letters to the Editor on Lawrence Woman's Club duties
A reader defends the Lawrence Woman's Club as a community nonprofit. The letter details club finances from 1949 to present, including maintenance, repairs, furnishings, utilities, and philanthropy funded by rental income and member contributions. It emphasizes support for education, art, and community welfare through donations, scholarships, and charitable drives.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Journal-W
Lawrence Woman's Club
University
Wael GH
University Paul Ue O
Snle
Philanthre- 2
Poli Furs
Red Cross
State Federation
Topeka State Hospital
Good Gon
Old Home Town Tea and Local Arts Review
Mrs Deane W Malott hosts an afternoon tea honoring Mrs Gladya Beckett Jones of Boston with Mr and Mrs Edd Wood as house guests who will entertain their Pingpong club at dinner. Three Wise Fools, the American Legion play, was staged last night with Theodore Charlton C C Carr and E No Manchester in lead roles and Ming Laura Ballour as the heroine. W C Simons returned from Manhattan after attending a celebration for President W M Jardine of the Agricultural College. Scottish Rite at last night elected George C Foster venerable master with officers including Earl C Russing Jara mer vanden William H Quakerbret Alexander T Johnson moner Elijah M Ewen Ford J Ledoux, Sherman G Elliott H Fuller Clayton H Pnkle William H Eastman.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Deane W. Malott
Gladya Beckett Jones
Boston
Mara
Edd Wood
C.W. Sparr
Atchison
E. RB. Slade
Oscar May
American Legion
Theodore’ Charlton
C. C. Carr
E. No Manchester
Ming Laura Ballour
J. C. Holmes
Clarence Grubbs
Manhattan
W. M. Jardine
The
Agricultural College
George C. Foster
Earl C. Russing
Jaraer Vanden
Willian H. Quakerbret
Alexander T. Johnson Moner
Elijah M. Ewen
Ford J. Ledoux
Passon
Crrenic i
Sherman G. Elliott
H. Fuller
Clayton
Hos
H. P.nkle
William H. Eastman
Forty Years Ago in Trinits Thimbles Society Notes
Fragmentary reminiscences mention Mrs EoD Thompeer hosting ladies of the Trinits tomorrow afternoon. Clyde Teter to attend Liquor Ware event. Mr Ware planning a long trip. Misses Rose Kia Mehittnek and Alma Potter appear with Mrs Arthur Gir. Marie Boone, long away in Los Angeles, has returned to her husband in California.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Eod. Thompeer
Clyde Teter
Ware
Rose
Kia
Mehittnek
Alma Potter
Arthur Gir
The
Marie Boone
Los Angeles
California
England Readjusts After Polls Amid Uncertain Majority
The British electorate shifts toward readjustment as Labour faces a slim majority risk. Churchill warns parliament instability while Adenauer in West Germany frets over a fragile coalition. The outcome signals a tense, indecisive political moment with possible new general elections.
Radio series begins on You Are Your Government Program
Mrs. Charles Springer Mrs. Dave McCreath and Mrs. Ralph Tait will present a broadcast on WKEN tomorrow night as the first in a series on You Are Your Government They discuss the two party system and the Science League of Women Voters sponsors the program Mrs Frances Nelson serves in a leadership role.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Charles Springer
Dave
Id McCreath
Ralph Tait
WKEN
Science League of Women Voters
Frances Nelson
Irre Hierge
Senate fight looms over barbs rent control fees
The article notes a Senate confrontation brewing over rent control fees, initially thought to be a House issue. It mentions persistent smoke nuisance despite laws, suggesting regulatory tension. It ends with an ad urging readers to shop early at February sales, appealing to ladies.
Readable fragments from a for sale ads glimpse
A damaged snippet hints at spring seed topics and page notes about picked-over items. It mentions locked attention to for sale ads and the idea that many seeds readers will encounter next spring, though expectations may vary.
National Banner Puzzle of Flags and Codes
A rugged OCR style item presents fragments about national banners, codes, and abbreviations. It lists countries, capitals, colors, and terms tied to a puzzle form with scattered clues and cross references across a two-column layout.
Man in Dual Role Held for Burglary and Theft
Detroit police report a 34 500 a year Hudson Motor Car Co personnel man known as Potter admitted leading a seven year spree breaking into about 1 000 Detroit area homes and stealing nearly 100 000 in valuables and cash. Ally Lenlie Potter said burglary paid for gifts to about 500 male friends. Potter claims no harm was intended and kept his day job while committing crimes at night. A burglary warrant was sought and William Whitehead provided a tip leading to arrests. In Pittsburg Kansas a 49 year old sheriff and a 49 year old man died by self inflicted action in a mine strip pit, with a note found. Body recovered from the pits.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Detroit
Lenlie Voteter
Totter
Gauine
Potter
Hudson Motor Car Co
Tetter
William Whitehead
Wave
Whitehead
Electric Alliance
Dktive Furt
Whiteer
Nebraska
Pittsburg
Kan
Elmer Kneebone
Lawrence Fllena
Eliena
Funeral services for Mr Kaabe in Eudora church
The obituary notes Kaabe's death on Feb 18 1950 at age 70 plus a large family. He left a wife three sons Edward Dr Herbert and Ceralt and a daughter Stra. Services were held at Cap tare Creek church with Rev Geers Browne presiding. Interment at Eudora cemetery featured many relatives and local church members.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Leati- Me
Mee
Keith Gleshea
Geerdarian
Ned Matinatal
West Deane Kerry
Nota
Mes Larelle
Linda
Fooshonner
Miron
Priuets Ory Wat
Keo Mary
Suiuley
Bornhone
Garey
Pawth
Tere Norris
Lawrence Mint
Milfunt
Edward
Herbert
Radora
Ceralt
Stra
John Mellingeer
Miltont
Twa Brethere
George Kane
Gardnery Wry oRaabe
Edgerton
Hail Thers
Dotin Miller
Riverside
Alert Miller
Eudora
Tal Sumer
Enna Pentlee
Kellen
Winny Refathers
Howte
Kaabe
Captare Creek
Geers Broweat
Ordarce
Mra
Harold Gatele
The
Areorpaniet
Urial Maran
Higb Gererenberger
Polster
St. Paul's Church
Evangelist Dwight Smith
Colo
Radio and Community Theatre Schedule Listings
A dense schedule of radio programs, theater shows, and public events for late February and March outlines time slots across KMBC KMNC WDAF and other stations. It covers performances, parades, meetings, and social gatherings with mention of local churches, schools, and civic groups.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ardy Ren—Tell Re Roe
Amity Tao WA
Voice of Firestons
KMNC
Gowtrey's
Wilen
Henry J Taylor Book
MMC
Wpab
KAM Theater of the
Wren—Chatsuana
Ward
Bane of
America
MBC
Lema
Metally Connect
KMAC
N¢u
Keulah
WPAF
Nen Senat
WREN
Ilala Wark
Neva
KCMO
Bep Richans
Arthur Godfrey
WDAF
KMBC
KCOMO
Ladica
WDAR
Wonan
Mbc—Livestock Market
Pw—Wren
Bing Croats
el Cobb
Lorenzo Jones
Young Driatone
WDA
KBRC
KUMO
League of Women
Powdaf
KMEC
Hoh Hawk 930-Wap
People Are Funny
KMRC
Reniah Kemu
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Russ
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Lewder
Winston Churchill
West Germany
Konrad Adenauer
Reed
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Hal Cochran
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Poland
Texas
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Certs
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Ocean
Alaska
Alee Eirors
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Man
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Rado
Joe Wickwice
Tleeper Friends Church
Ty Opom
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Lorent Speicher
Charles Speicher
Fred Wervelder
CNY T
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Ratisan
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Miller
Atchien
Dorothy Jean
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Genemi Motor
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John Kaamaier
Johnnie
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Janice
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Linwood
Fresch
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T. Irvin Freaman
Bead
Ing
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Ragravine
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Electric
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Taylor
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Ollie
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