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Newspaper
Lawrence Journal World
Location
Lawrence, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Feb 28, 1949
Page
4
Fragmentary reader notice lists subscription details and prices for delivery by carrier. Mentions 11.06 annual service and 37.00 yearly with monthly 4. Provides context about circulation and republication under a March 3rd Act. Date line shows Monday February 28 with a biblical verse in fragment.
In Congress a labor jurisdiction dispute foreshadows a Senate fight to preserve the right to filibuster. Southerners plan to block Truman civil rights measures, arguing the tactic safeguards Southern interests. Reported accord between dissident and regular Democrats sparked questions about the tactic’s necessity.
Taft argues the Atlantic pact serves as a defensive warning to Russia and discourages arming Western Europe. He says the U S should limit arms and rely on a strong economic base, faith in American resolve, and humanitarian considerations to defend Western Europe against future conflict.
The release ties recent events to rising communist morale, citing China’s advance and troop withdrawal hints as threats. It frames Korea as an island surrounded by troubles, arguing democracies face ongoing siege and citizens must stay ready to defend rights.
The Magazine of Wall Street argues seasonal factors do not fully explain the recent business slowdown. It notes recessive tendencies have not hit steel or other durable goods, and most capital goods are blocked or in sight to keep operating rates high for some time. A government policy shift could influence months ahead.
Relief Chisslers Senster Veada Mark of Con cordia press a campaign to remove chisslers from Kansas Talief rails. Drained relief funds due to fees risk insufficient aid for the deserving and burden taxpayers. Federal relief policy secrecy complicates enforcement, enabling a few to public stands. Kansas City's municipal airport narrowly avoided closure due to ice, while Denver Wichita St Louis and Tulsa faced runway disruptions. Berlin airlift reports another strong week of deliveries amid rising costs.
A string of satirical observations on tax policy and public spending. The writer mocks dense thinking in politics, notes gasoline tax proposals, and comments on government spending, fuel prices, and public figures. References span Wichita, Hutchinson, Arkansas City, and Atchison Globe with quips on presidents, contractors, and broader policy debates.
The piece discusses a proposed Indian reform bill to improve women’s status, notes opposition from orthodox Hindus, and highlights progress including women in the Indian and Pakistan legislatures. It recounts views of Dr. Ambedkar and reflecting on past purdah practices, the rise of women in public roles, and royal examples from Bikanir and Bhopal.
The Four Leaf Clover 4-H club met at Pleasant Valley school with 16 members. Margery Skinner and Frieda Luckan led singing. Evelyn Griffith spoke on the Life of Francis Scott Key and Frieda Luckan on Parliamentary Procedure. The group practiced the festival play set for March 17 and the Spring county festival and made plans for the event. A Lions Club pig given to the club is being fed by Donald Landis and will be sold later.
Six inches of snow, the deepest in seven years, covered Lawrence today. Over 50 attended the Red Cross dinner at Trinity Lutheran Church where Prof W Davin spoke of the university history department. Watkins Student Hospital reported 54 patients, the largest in two years. Miss Jane Johnson married John Howard Chain at the bride’s mother Mrs Aves Johnson’s home. Raymond Laessig and Mrs Richard Laessig Wiley hosted a mother and daughter dinner honoring Mrs Margaret Talbert, mother of Mrs Leas sig, wintering here with another daughter, Mrs Ochpe.
Twenty five years ago Mrs. R G Mueller, while at 1211 Vermont Street, was informed a roof fire endangered the residence belonging to E S Benning. An alarm arrived after the department had already left the premises. The report notes the fire had begun and gained headway before action could be taken. In other notes, Eno’s birthday and hospitality at a basketball game, plus local social visits and travel to Kansas City for theater and business, are briefly recorded.
A Forties-era item notes Prof William Carruth to deliver an illustrated talk on William Tell at the Unitarian church. Phillips Fruit farm near town sold to Hugo Schellhorn for 4300 dollars, covering 21 acres, a notable county pecan price mention on Washington's Birthday. Socials list Mr and Mrs Fred Nace hosting hunting crowd at a 27 o'clock dinner and others dining with Prof and Mrs J B Wilson, Mr and Mrs T J Hill, and more, plus Topeka guest Mrs Backenstoce visiting Baldwin. B H Woodbury returns from a business trip to Iowa and Missouri. council dinner hosted by Eriksen in honor of Manes Cat Evikeen’s fire-bird.
A Kansas reader laments sensational reporting in the press and urges restraint and self censorship. He argues for higher decency, responsible living, and a return to core civic values, citing the need for broader minds without sacrificing culture. The letter juxtaposes national politicos with public standards and features L. B. of Johnson. A recipe note follows for a avocado orange salad with romaine and olives.
A crossword style clue presents a depicted insect in a horizontal position with the number 1 and a cross reference 4It lives In- suggesting a living habitat or niche for the insect.
The Rev. and Mrs Ea Dou of Kansas City host Sunday dinner with Mr and Mrs Ted Brerhet seh and family. The Rev Mr Doud ix and Mrs Paul Greh plan a Wichita trip for two weeks with relatives. Rev James Hickman assists revival at Heaper Friends church in two-week series. Emma Papenhaen improves from pneumonia in El Cajon. Paul Martin announces birth of Ayins on February 15 in Lawrence Memorial Hospital, weighting over four pounds. James Deay named in The Barretta of Wimpole Street cast for Em pore state Teachers College event March 3. Grade school band performs at Baldwin tournament. Carrie L Richards suffers heart attack. Little Six League One-Act Play Festival set for March 18 at Eudora High School.
A columnist discusses Mimi the dog whose incessant barking disrupts Mrs. Greens social circle. The piece urges owners to enforce quiet behavior, noting guests suffer and neighbors complain. It urges patience and training to balance pet affection with public that is shared.
A reader asks if a husband must give a corsage to the hostess at a formal dinner. The answer: there is no obligation, but it is a gracious gesture. Another inquiry covers addressing the Chief of Staff of the Army. the service title precedes the name as in The Chief of Staff United States Army General Omar N Bradley.
A fragmentary schedule lists programs across stations WDAF WREN KNBC KCMO KMBC and others for Monday evening. Includes The Tonight Show type segments, Americ a themes, variety acts, and a Bob Hope and Fibber McGee lineup with musical interludes.
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