Soldiers abroad sharpened by Chinese influence
SY HAL BOYLE writes from south of Seoul that American troops in Korea grow more American each day as Chinese "red psychologists" push home the idea of why they fight. He notes soldiers' awakening to a real purpose after China enters the war, altering patriotism from vague idealism to concrete duty. The piece argues this shift may strengthen American solidarity and resolve.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
U.N. Jorvea
Seoul
Koresia
United Nations
Americi
Kentucky
Paducah
Korea
North Korea
Asid
Chineas
U.S.A
Zost
America
City buys Pak-Mar truck to handle post Christmas trash
The city purchased a Pak-Mar packer truck for trash collection. After a test downtown run and a shift to the residential district, the truck collected 7 400 pounds including Christmas trees. The new truck will replace the rented vehicle, boosting four-truck city coverage in Mt Oread areas.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Nineteenth Street
Traah
Hager
Vehich
F. A. Rusnell
Jesus Begins His Ministry as Nazareth Carpenter
The sermon recounts Jesus starting as a carpenter in Nazareth and gaining endorsement as he began preaching. It notes his skilled workmanship, the absence of criticism about his craft, and links his early trade to his divine calling. The piece reflects on angels aiding him in valleys and the disciples’ sacrifices, with a brief Los Angeles note on Joan Leslie’s birth.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Jesus
John the Baptist
Nezareth
Nazareth
Courare
Angela
Christ
Los Angeles
Jan
Joan Leslie
Janus
Nerve gas antidote found by army doctor Himwich
Dr Harold E Himwich of the army chemical center reports atropine can counteract symptoms of nerve gas related agent DFP Di Isopropyl Fluoro Phosphate. Quick, substantial atropine doses may be needed to control epileptic convulsions and protect vital organs though risks remain if breathing has ceased or heart failure progresses. Tridione and barbiturates may supplement treatment.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Army Chemical Corps
Harold E. Himwich
Albany
N. Y
Army Chemical Center
Himwich
The
Chemical Corps
Wimwich
Failing to Win Wings a Pilot Flies to His Death
A cadet failed to win his wings and died in a crash near Caldwell Texas after stealing an air plane and flying it until fuel ran out. The 22 year old Mitouard, son of a French surgeon, perished in the thicket near the central Texas town following the crash.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Caldwell
Tex
Jean M. le Mio
Tangier
Moracro
Air Nree
Mitouard
Texas
Youth Put To Death In Electric Chair At McAlester
A 25-year-old youth, Max Eugene Klettke of Lansing Michigan, was executed in the electric chair at the state penitentiary for part in the November 1948 slaying of Carl Beach of Corfu New York. He left a letter praising Deputy Warden Ernest Kirby and the prison chaplain Rev Reed as the finest men he had known. The letter was made public after the execution.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
McAlester
Klit
Max Eugene Klettke
Lansing
Mich
Depu
Ernest Kirby
Klettke
State Penitentiary
Carl Beach
Corfu
N.Y
Beach
Reed
R. RB
Crotestant
Vinland Illness and Social Visits Highlight Local News
The report notes George Sturdy's serious illness remains about the same. It lists numerous family visits and social gatherings at homes of the Howards, Oakes, Topler, Hetping, and others around Cayrence and nearby areas, with various relatives attending.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
George Sturdy
Charile
Oakes
Cieland
Miles
John Topler
Stilley
Mardin
Mardin Heteping
Tad Dean
Worthy
Sharon
Wayne
Casey
Lay Jolcaim
Cayrence
Local residents visit at Joplin Nursing Home and area social notes
A jumbled report lists multiple visits and gatherings across towns. Bennett Aireid and others called on Mrs. Susie Robohn at Joplin Nursing Sunday afternoon, with many names including Dennis, Woodhead, Meann, Means, and Shrader noted among callers and travelers to Kansas City, Leavenworth, Brooklyn, and nearby towns during recent days and New Year celebrations.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Fiord
Bennett
J. W. Stattons
Letollet Church
Joplin Nursing Home
Tha’ Baptist
Mary Lobb
Seibert Lobb
Olive Jones
Fdlmonds
John Jonen
Ferry Shrader
Howard Olson
Kansas City
Raw
Alice Shrader
Margaret Srott Hosts Evening Guests at Wenaver
Mrs Margaret Srott entertained guests including Mr and Mrs Wil Srott and Mastin Woodhead at Wenaver in an evening visit. The gathering featured oyster and chili dishes and was noted as a family social event hosted by the Wood family.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Margaret Srott
Art
Ervice Tick
Bambretun
Cott
Kant Haster
Naughter
Wiliamstann, Jr
Mes Fee Reser
Marvin
Wil Srott
Wenaver
Mastin Woodhead
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SY Hal Boyle
Roy L. Smith
Jose I’evez
Perez
Richard
David
Ong
Moon
Photeby & Brown
Cordley School
Deloyes Dean
Tennessee Street
Mary Selig
Vermont Street
University of Kans
Dean
Migs Selig
Lleft
Diana Loreau
Kentucky Street
Preston Mitchell
A. Sunnyside
Denmark
Syssie Uinagh
F Sunnyside
Belgium
Bessie Thompson
Warden
Vinland
Paulina Bowman
Carter
Carsha
Stout
Sanches
Air
Alvin Means
Mrz
Linth
Shawnee
P. C
Kansas Public Service Co., Inc
Lawrence National Bank
Lawrence, Kansas
United States
Federal Reserve Bank / i Stock Banking House
TOTAL
Total Capital Account
Geo. W. Kuhne
Cashier
Irving Hill
Riley Burcham
J. ED. Bowersock
Irving Hill Riley Burcham
A. W. Berger
Exec
W. A. Schaal
GEO
W. Kuhne
Trust, Investment Committee
Justin Hill
F. P. Smithmeyer
W. H. Varnum
Trust Department
W.a.schaal
Howard Wiseman
T. J. Glasgow
Leon G. Abele
Arthur B. Weaver
W. G. Hutson
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