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Newspaper

Lawrence Journal World

Location

Lawrence, Kansas, United States of America

Date

Jan 05, 1948

Page

4

Attlee’s Britain Defies Communism in Global Stand

British Prime Minister Attlee condemns communism and reaffirms solidarity with Western democracies as Britain shifts toward a centrist economic policy. The speech follows anti-communist moves within Labour unions and supports Marshall Plan cooperation to bolster European rehabilitation. Britain faces economic strain but remains a morale pillar for democracies.

Attlee Morgan Phillips Jim Hammond Lancashire National Union of Mineworkers Drt Tyrer Moscow London Britain

World Company ad and rates page from Lawrence Journal-World

This fragment shows an advertising and rate notice page from the Lawrence Journal-World, listing subscription details and rental prices. It notes association press affiliation and circulation statements, with a dated header January 3 and a motto “Founded on love” attributed to a poem.

Journal-World the World Company Atrest Kaneee Dougiss Btron Konens Cie Associated Press Republicarines Oi Jocal News Asdit Gursas Lawrence Kasas Gee

Congress Faces New Term Amid Unfinished Business

Congress returns to a fraught session with tensions between the White House and lawmakers. Early priorities include short-term relief for Europe and debates over federal appropriations and tax policy, while long-term aid and spending abroad raise questions about the US budget and economic impact.

Cohmresn Bion Tomorow Ws Pwollen Congress White House

Accidental breach reveals large prefor shipment to Palestine

A dock accident exposed 65,000 pounds of TXT shipped from New York labeled industrial machinery en route to Palestine. The undercover consignments threaten to fuel the war in the Holy Land, drawing government scrutiny as officials trace who backed the shipment amid international pressure and hidden interests.

New York Palestine Holy Land United States United Nations Interastare Archade Actus

Free Burma Free Burney Qeik ds affairs dete Ftax wir Kaede yesterday after low yeare

The article discusses violence in new nations and colonial rule, noting British methods of governance and communist agitation in Burma, with fears of instability and delayed freedoms becoming reality. It compares Burma to Testia and Bursa, citing military presence and protests as the Reds seek control and disrupt orderly government.

Burney Qeik Testia Bursa Burma

Something to Count On Essaying 19 Predictions

The Coffeyville Journal weighs 1948 outlook with 19 predictions. The column notes that despite advice from married friends and discouraging remarks about engaged youth, Coffeyville couples will marry during 1948, though one may face delays.

Notable spring jackrabbit hunting cited for value and training impact

The passage notes economic value in jackrabbit hunting for former teams and its meat feeding towns. It warns that if jackrabbits disappear the loss will be felt by track and football trainers in the Sunflower State, suggesting a link between wildlife, training culture, and athletic momentum.

Sunflower

No Better in Palestine Intercepted ships head to Palestine with tough young men

Two ships sailing from Black Sea ports to Palestine were intercepted by British naval vessels. The pandenger lists described as tough young men suggest they were strong and healthy fighters bound for the war on the Holy Land. Britain hints at an earlier end to their mandate, transferring administration to the United Jops, while ongoing disorder could complicate withdrawal.

Black Sea Palestine Holy Land Malestine Burton Af United Jops CLN

Henry the Pig Burner runs for president in Chiraro Tribune note

The Chiraro Tribune mocks Henry as still a crackpot, yogi balderdash dabbler and all-American oddity. It suggests his candidacy will attract the crackpot and Communist votes, but will not hurt Republicans or the country.

Henry Whince The Chiraro Tribune Henry Yogi Balderdash

Word quirks and wartime notes thread through wry column

The piece cites quirky linguistic rules like words starting with u after the second letter, then recalls Paris listings, Ahmed Qavam, Omar Khayyam, and Montgomery in Tunisia. It mentions King Mihai of Romania, communist takeover, and wage price debates, ending with Clark County Clipper noting women who dislike longer skirts.

Paris Iran Ahmed Qavam Omar Khayyam Topeka State Journal Qattara North African Montgomery Rommel Tunisia Clark County

Barbs on fashion costs and traffic habits provoke satire

The text jokes about prices in clothing and decoy dummies in show windows, notes how reducing often follows the easy waistline, and suggests babysitting covers youngsters up to three or four. It also mocks drivers who neglect traffic signals and notes some motorists worsen at times.

Old Home Town Highlights From Kanwaka 4-H Supper And Local News

The Kanwaka 4-H club hosted a New Year’s Supper at Ci and Tipping’s home. Lorene Bailey and Heyward Risley married New Year’s Day. Hill family reunion at R. W. Sehon home on New Year’s Day. James P. Hazard returns to Lawrence after 27 years in Louisburg. will live on Mississippi Street. Mabel Isaacson of Santa Ana visiting cousins F. D. Brook and J. D. Seiler. Harriett Hume returns to Kansas City for Central Business College studies. Arthur ITIL born January 3. Charles A. Boughton leaves for Colombia South America as an archeologist. Mrs. Samuel Hall spends day in Desote with daughter Mrs. Lyle Croft.

Kanwaka 4-H Club Ci. Tipping Ralph Bailey Lorene Heyward G. Risley Grant Risley Reading Hill Lecompton R. W. Sehon James P. Hazard Lawrence Louisburg Aln Mississippi Street Mabel Isaacson Santa Ana Calif F. D. Brook J. D. Seiler Harriett Hume Kanaan City Central Business College Arthur Itil Nims Edwina Heckham Charles A. Boughton A. Boughton Colombia South America Samuel Hall Desote Lyle B. Croft

First Baptist elects Sisson moderator for 1923 year

Twenty five years ago L E Sisson was elected moderator of the First Baptist church for the following year. The 1923 basket squad is listed with Lindley as captain and players Mackie Davidson Well Yoan Provost Houser Engle Peltase Jones Coker Eawards Kenned Endacott Dowers Jetmore. Mrs A W Lamb returned from southern Kansas. Also noted are local birth announcements from Oklahoma City.

L. E. Sisson First Baptist Church Lindley Mackie Davidson Jet Ims, Jr Oklahoma City

Whist Party Honorees and Local Social Notes Forty Years On

Forty years ago Miss Winifred Blackmar hosted a Whist party honoring Miss Charlotte Hodgson and Miss Frederika Fluke. Other items note visits by Mrs. J. H. Bell to St Joseph, F B McKinney of Tonganoxie in Lawrence, Olive Friar visiting from Baltimore, Lena Thompson traveling to Prairie City, and Leap year festivities for Miss Carrie Woolsey Will with her mother and Mr Hopper of Horton. Marcia Wond hosted tea for Kate Ashley, Ruth Peakrs and Christine Wenrich held an at home, and C A Hanscome entertained dinner for Kate Achley’s visit.

Winifred Blackmar Charlotte Hodgson Frederika Fluke J. H. Bell St. Joseph R. R. Clarke F. B. McKinney Tonganoxie Lawrence Olive Friar Baltimore Marion Robb Young Kansan City Carrie Woolsey Mr. Woolsey Hopper Horton Marcia Wond Kate Ashley Ruth Peakrs Christine Wenrich Haskell C. A. Hanscome Kate Achley

Rationing Debate Hits Meat Production Politics

Washington observers claim meat rationing would curb prices but critics warn it would stall production. Senator Wherry and others push planning with the agriculture department, while opponents call rationing a communist measure. A GOP alternative urges faster action under existing price control law.

Washington CPLA Knell Flanders Khir Charles F. Brannan Wheery Chester Bowles Ue Bowles O.esa Duinistritar Wherry Congress Agriculture Department POTA O'Daniel D-Tex Anderson Senster Hickenlooper R.tawa Miranders Pan i TV Hickelcheper Indus Business and Agriculture Cn Wuntary Truman

Austin Named U.S. Representative on UN Interim Committee

President Truman appointed Austin as U.S. ambassador and chair of the interim committee of the United Nations General Assembly. Deputy U.N. representative is Philip C. Jessup, with Hamilton Fish as adviser. committee will be year-round and handle issues referred by the assembly.

Washington P—Warren R. Austin Truman U.S United Nations General Assembly Austin U.N Philip C. Jessupn Halmilton Fish Prateangy Columbia University U. N U. N. Committee For the Progressive Development of United States Assembly

Assails Truman aide and guard move sparks protest

A national guard official condemns a proposed merger of the national guard and organized reserves under federal control. Maj. Gen. Kellard A. Walsh argues the plan aims to dismantle state rights and push toward a military dictatorship. The piece cites Vaughan and Neblett as writers influencing the debate. It notes the guard’s size of 205000 men and the reserve’s status. Also listed is the appointment of Dr H P Jones as Lawrence surgeon for the Union Pacific railroad hospital system and the medical oversight by Dr Douglas J Gamette.

Washington Jan Harry Heaughan Ilinary Tassulent Truman White House National Guard Kellard A. Walsh National Guard Association Minnesota The National Guardsman Walsh Vaughan Herserve Neblett Willian H. Neblett Reserve Officers Association Vanchan Ier War Departments State Ional Guard Lawrence H. Py Jones Union Pacific Railroad Ems Moyers Heenital Douglas J. Gamette New Association Los Angeles Calif Gamette Union Pacific Association ULI

Mary Mareaver Williams to Wed in Aviseree Township

Local Baldwin seniors and families gathered for a Christmas visit as Miss Mary Mareaver Williams, daughter of Mrs. Wo Willising and the late Mr. Maymond William, spent holidays with relatives in Lawrence and nearby towns. The event included a child’s christening and planned wedding details for Miss Williams with nearby families attending.

Mary Mareaver Williams Aviseree Cua Wo Willising Maymond William Lawrence Mann Christeiss Mr Tod Mescilenan Dale Sieg Mies Tad Niek Drestyterine Dhateh Mika Theo Helde

Baker graduate and med student to wed in Washington

A Baker graduate and a medical student, Ila? Ey the wind, plan to make their home in Puget Sound area while he pursues a traveling fellowship at Washington State College. A luncheon honors seven founders of a long established group with a ceremony and program nearby.

Ialeython Nicklin Puan Wash Nirkin Washington State College Paul Cone Tinian Virgi Westivan Cotlee Ith Heri van Dro Hearan

Fragmented obituary noting many names and places

A damaged notice lists numerous individuals including Mr We Mere nen, Mrs, and various families across towns such as Trebeken, Vantaa, New Yor, and Kaw. It references events like birthdays, memorials, and family ties with scattered fragments and partial names, presenting a broad but unclear network of relations.

U S Senator Horizon ta 1 6 Pictured U senator

A crossword style list of clues and partial entries appears as a page fragment. It includes hints for terms such as a U S senator image, various abbreviations, compass points, body parts, and multiple vocabulary clues across themed categories with no cohesive narrative.

Radio Programs on WREN WDAF KMBC and More

A scrambled radio listing shows programs on WREN WDAF KMBC and other stations. It mentions weather reports and music blocks such as Memorable Music and Cavalcades of America plus Arthur Godfrey and Radio Theater as part of a dense schedule for Monday night.

Woars Wren Knbc—Club Sren KMBC Western Theatre Wuaf—Cavalcads of America TIO Wdaf Voce Firestone Ople Caren Arthur Godfrey Radio Theater Rand WDAF Red Warteg Telepinpe Buition Con Garnet Soren le

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