Reading vs. modern schooling sparks debate in Lawrence
The Lawrence Daily Journal-World discusses John L. Buford of the National Education Association arguing better reading raises academic success while critics note curriculum shifts since the 1920s. The piece cites U.S. Office of Education data on high school course enrollments and a California principal's view challenging universal reading ability.
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Eisenhower Leads Stevenson in Gallup Poll Back to 1952 Margin
Gallup finds Eisenhower ahead of Stevenson by roughly the same margin as before his illness. Public Opinion Institute shows Ike with a 3-2 edge, 38 to 30 percent, with undecided voters. If Ike declines, Warren would top Stevenson, while Stevenson would beat Nixon.
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Earl Warren
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Richard Nixon
New Year Weekend Traffic Safety Efforts Highlighted
Law enforcement united in varied approaches to curb fatal crashes but stresses that safety relies on voluntary, constant compliance. Officials praise the attempts while noting more is needed to encourage consistent rule observance.
Dulles Sees 1956 Wins for Free World Over Russia
Secretary of State Dulles expressed optimism that 1956 will expand the free world’s influence as Western military alliances deter aggression. He noted 1955 saw strengthened pacts, while suggesting Soviet use of “other devices” may fail and that reliance on alliances alone won’t stop Moscow’s global aims. The piece questions measured success of Soviet Asia trip and warns against complacency behind alliances.
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Japan Third in Ships Ko e
Japan rises to third in world shipbuilding as early delivery and long term financing aid exports. Japanese yards specialize in large super-tankers from 30 000 to 40 000 tons with tankers around 40 000 tons costing about 35 000 000 at current prices and delivered in 12 to 18 months after order.
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Japan
Commission On Aid
Folsom
Newscasts on TV Need Some Work
Walter Cronkite argues TV news suffers from over entertainment and under substance. He cites misaligned pacing and the need for clearer presentation and more nationwide bureaus while sharing his own path from newspaper work to TV reporting.
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Book notices on science fiction and more by James Gunn and others
Book notes review several titles including This Fortress World by James F Gunn a science fiction adventure about a secret pebble and rival factions Traders Mercenaries and Nobility. Also Billy Graham Ac Mission Accomplished a behind the scenes account and A Wife Is Many Women by Doris Fleischman Bernays exploring a publicist wife’s career and family life.
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Jo Williamson
Doris Fleischman
Bernays, Crown Publishers Inc
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Bible Verse Fragment Cited in Modern Text
A fragmentary line reads Alemamber thy er thy youth from Ecclesiastic text, cited in a modern context. The excerpt appears in a literary or devotional snippet, noting youth and faith themes without a full passage or clear source details.
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Barbs Fishing Licenses Reach Massive U.S. Total
The report notes 18.5 million fishing licenses purchased nationwide last year. An Indianapolis ad mocks a boxer for sale with a grotesque line about eating children. A biologist warns men may self-extinct, linked to post New Year reflections and generational struggles.
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Why is redbud called Judas tree according to legend
The Judas tree name is linked to a belief that Judas hanged himself on a redbud. Legends also explain Arthur’s Round Table as oval to place knights as equals. San Marino is cited as Europe’s smallest republic. The river banks are defined by your orientation downstream.
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Folsom outlines expanded health research funding plan
Secretary Folsom held a straightforward press conference detailing expanded government support for medical research next year. He addressed questions directly, named no aides, and signaled increased grants via the Public Health Service as part of a broader federal health spending picture.
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Marion B. Folsom
Oveta Culp Hobby
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Leonard A. Scheeteris
Scheete Wbler
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University to start common enrollment for 1946 term
City debt at start of 1946 stands at 170 846 dollars. KU adopts a single enrollment schedule after wartime four-term plan. Maj Schiller Shore receives bronze star for CBI theater service. Ralph G Houk listed aboard Elgin Victory. Lt Comdr and Mrs Robert Rowlands visit in town. James Cuthbert, builder of the 1903 Douglas County Courthouse, dies at 82. Sixty gallons of liquor seized by sheriff's force. Numerous social events and notable moves include Miss Nancy McClelland's bridge party and travels of Mrs Nydia Hughes. University students narrowly escape convicts during a prison mine uprising, aided by Dr R L Grider. Social teas and family dinners mark New Year observances.
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George Houk
Lecompton
Europe
Robert John Rowlands
Washington, D.C
Robert J. Rowlands
James Cuthbert
Douglas County
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W.C. Obley
Emporia
Arthur Reed
Nina Seidel
Mildred Klock
Iva James
Maud Tellsworth
Edith Beach
Elena Erns
Helen Stover
Olive Figgs
Marjorie Dietrich
Nydia Hughes
Annie
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Eudora
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Luccille
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Chicago
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van Dutcher
Fredericka Hodder
Holton Arms
Caroline Ann Traynor
Barney L. Traynor
Lansing
R. L. Grider
C. A. Johnson
Clara Kanaga
A. W. Jenkins
A. W. Brewster
Kansas City
Charles
Milton
Denver
Colo
Beth
Nina Kanaga
Clinton Kanaga
Bert “Jones
Television Listings and Programs for January 2
A dense scan of channel lineups and scheduled shows for the day features Mickey Mobis Uo file, News Caravan, I Spy, Love Lucy, The Ten O Clock News, and various other serials and specials. The guide lists stations, times, and program titles across networks with notes on local news and entertainment segments.
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Tony Mardin
Robithood
News Caravan
Yi —Vacsar
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Voice of Firestone
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