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Newspaper
Lawrence Journal World
Location
Lawrence, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Jan 07, 1946
Page
2
A Journal-World page opens with a reflection on the just as the Pacific fleet faced its last chance after the attack on Pearl Harbor. The piece argues the Japanese failure to press their advantage altered the course of American offensives in World War II.
The document argues persistent industrial unrest and possible large scale strikes threaten the nation’s economy. It contrasts Kansas wartime production discipline with decisions from major trusts in distant centers, urging renewed leadership to resume production and provide jobs for veterans and displaced workers. It notes UNRRA official discharges over remarks on Jewish emigration from Poland and the need for capable administrators amid postwar flux.
Washington observers say the public response to President Truman’s radio appeal is small and mixed. Congress questions whether many proposals truly solve current problems. The main issue remains restoring work power and industrial activity to revive the economy.
William E Long, secretary director of the Kansas Industrial Commission, says Kansas should extend its town, farm, and factory modernization program across the state. He argues it will aid returning veterans, keep population from leaving, and must be done despite current handicaps, with local planning and effort.
The article notes progress toward a truce between Nationalists and Communists in China with General Marshall acting as arbiter. It credits his role and argues American diplomacy should favor patient, conciliatory conflict resolution over forceful methods.
Report from Honolulu shows U S army casualties on Okinawa reached 42 934 of 100 383 combat troops, a 42 percent rate, with Japanese losses totaling 120 061. The island’s fall created a springboard for further American assaults and high level testimony at Pearl Harbor probes seeks to allocate responsibility across area commanders.
In Paris the Folies Bergeres show reveals a cold winter and fuel shortages in postwar Europe. American G I s and officers fill the crowd while cast members endure the cold backstage. The writer notes limited enthusiasm from the troops and suggests entertainment fatigue among the soldiers.
Senator Arthur Capper praised Eric Johnston president of the United States Chamber of Commerce for giving 25 percent of profits before taxes to employees in the current year. Capper called Johnston's action a fine example and said it shows sharing with those aided in building the business.
Charles Louk was reelected president of the Douglas district Boy Scouts of America. George A. Mills became president of the R.E.P. at yesterday's annual meeting, succeeding the late C. W. Amidon. Prof. W. W. Davis was named head of the history department at the University of Kansas by the board of regents. Social notes mention Mildred and Edith Dean and Walter Duver visiting the MacKannes home, with Prof. Sepholtz of Princeton as weekend guest. Mrs. Louise Breakey hosted a tea for friends of Bra. W. W. Smith, formerly of Lawrence. Roy Johnson enjoys vacation with his mother Mrs. W. R. Sanders at Pleasant Grove.
The Acacia house at 14th and Oreadan was entered last night during supper with money taken from several rooms. Mrs Mary Seele had returned from a two week vacation at Excelsior Springs. Miss Glayds Cronemeyer, daughter of E. B. Cronemeyer of Lawrence, was overcome by chlorine fumes in the Washburn college laboratory. She is recovering. Solon Markley returned to Lawrence Business College after a two week vacation at home in the Columbia neighborhood. A New Year’s Eve party at War den attended by numerous friends is noted with many names listed. Grace and Lillie Lewis of Lake View spent New Year’s Day with Bertha Kimball. Frances Funk hosted a group of friends yesterday afternoon. Loretta Neal celebrated her tenth birthday with a party for ten guests. The Cordley PTA met last evening with officers listed.
Forty years ago Thralls wed at the bride’s home on Kentucky Street. Mrs Courtney, daughter of J B Folka and sister of William F Folke of the University, appears in the account with references to local families and early Bakerball involvement.
Miss Cornelia Mitchell Downs, professor of bacteriology at the University of Kansas, led a 40‑member bioscience project at Camp Detrick Maryland during World War II. The secret program, begun August 1943, studied bacteria to counter Axis threats, with troops and civilians risking infection but none dying. Downs returned to KU intermittently and later to Camp Detrick until the project ended in October 1945.
Red Cross and relief agencies care for 600 homeless families and more than 200 injured as the death toll rises to 29 across five East Texas counties. Robert Edson, Red Cross director, estimates property damage at 2.6 million and four more deaths were reported. Emergency disbursements and nine shelters are established in area counties.
A fragmented OCR snippet shows scattered clues and partial entries including references to biblical, legal, and numerical hints. The text appears as a jumble of dictionary like hints, partial phrases, and abbreviations with names such as Lincoln and naval terms, but no coherent article or definite event is identifiable.
A terse notice states that the National of the Rea obtained orders for Tahoe lumber totaling 000 board feet yesterday. It estimates the quantity will satisfy immediate construction requirements and aligns with emergency needs.
Henry Werner in charge of men’s housing at the University of Kansas says room shortages are critical as men flood into Lawrence preparing for spring term. He reports only ten rooms listed and urges locals to call his office with available spaces or any unoccupied rooms to house about 100 more by February 1.
The University of Kansas School of Engineering and Architecture announced the dean's honor roll for the term ending October 20 last year. It includes 11 seniors, 12 juniors, four sophomores, and three freshmen, with 16 from Kansas and others from Florida, California, Massachusetts, and Montana. Names include Andrew G. Lawrence, James W. Lawrence, William R. Worwax, and Roger Al Hield among freshmen. seniors Ruth G. Green and Rex E. Paulsen among others.
Washington reports Senator Capper Kansas senator warns that powerful forces push socialized policy through the social security program to influence domestic economy. He argues Britain and Russia pose repercussions for US policy and urges Americans to reform first in 1946. The Lawrence City Council will meet Wednesday night at City Hall.
Clarifies penalties for failing to file or pay taxes on a 1945 declaration and for underestimating taxes. Penalties include 5 cents of unpaid tax plus 1 percent per month up to 10 percent. underestimation penalties vary by farmer status, up to limits tied to the correct tax. Also notes amending returns by January 15 to avoid penalties and conditions that excuse penalties if estimates used 1944 income with 1945 rates.
AMMF 3c J D Dresser arrives home after 17 months in the Pacific, with a 30 day leave to be spent with his parents and sister. Calvin Stresser visits, and Walter L Moore returns after discharge from Camp Chaffee. Roy Jinka, recent Marine discharge, plans to enter University of Michigan. Billy Hodson and Lt Williamson Hough also noted homecomings with honors. Pvt Edward Dixon arrives near Manila for occupation forces.
The Frisco strike scheduled for yesterday was postponed as a presidentially appointed emergency board weighs next actions. Notification of the board's appointment came from the national union headquarters in Cleveland amid ongoing labor tension and pending decisions.
Lt Charles Wingrove, believed the last living witness to General Lee's surrender, celebrated his 101st birthday at a Wichita Veterans Hospital. Born January 6, 1845 in French Creek West Virginia, he later settled near Clay Center Kansas and worked as a wagon freightfreighter out of Clay Center and Emporia.
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