Lawrence Daily Journal World front matter
The Lawrence Daily Journal World announces editor C Simons and staff, notes publication details from 1954 to 1952, and lists subscription rates for local and distant readers, with postal and AP affiliations noted. It documents rates 25 cents per week, 10 per year in state, and 15 per year elsewhere, and mentions city addresses Sixth and New Hampshire Streets Lawrence Kansas.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Lawrence Daily Journal-World
Ail Mayer
Ernest Pontius
Leo Eller
C. Simons
the World Company
Sixth
New Hampshire
Lawrence
Kansas
Rartier
Douglas
United States
Associated Press
Audit Bureau of Cleviations
Iscal
Promoter or Lie Detector TV's rise reshapes American politics
A 1950s view argues television may elevate showmanship over substance in elections. Robert Montgomery contends TV can expose phonies quickly and boost honest candidates, but warns makeup and stagecraft tempt charisma over competence. He predicts TV will push for political honesty and better leaders.
Where to Meet In City Buildings Causes Meeting Mixups
A local note explains confusion over Community Building City Hall and Municipal Building names. The Community Building anchors southeast corner of With and Writs for all gatherings. City Hall sits northwest corner of 11th and Mass for city business. Municipal Building on northwest corner of 5th and Vi offers more space.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ciic
11Th and
Mass. Sts
Sth
Vi. Sis
Eisenhower not yet decided on 1956 bid for re election
President Eisenhower has not yet decided whether to seek another term. Doctors will determine by mid February if he is fit for four more White House years. He warns political change is risky and notes the presidency is the most wearing duty of his life. He aims to begin full duties today while cautioning he must safeguard his health.
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Montgomery
Conultant
James Marlg
Washington
Eisenhower
White House
Mmes Marlow
Oia
Jolson’s American Dream From Refugee to Sewing Mogul
Leon Jolson, once stateless and jailed in Nazi camps, became a U.S. citizen and heads a $60 million a year Necchi and Elna sewing machine empire. He started with $2,000, grew to tens of millions, credits the do it yourself movement, and says Americans must value skilled workers as the economy expands. He funds Columbia fellowships to foster race and cultural understanding and wonders if native Americans fully grasp the country’s freedoms.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
New York
Leon Jolson
Jolson
Ann
Necchi and
Elna
Jolyon
Jolkon
Poland
Moe Wae
Joban
Columbia University
Barbs and beliefs from a 1930s voice
The piece riffs on teen behavior and aging with ironic humor about resolutions and self control. It weaves in a professor’s view on knowing one’s craft to avoid being “tied down” and notes the varied ideas about weather schools and judgment when mistakes occur.
Bible Verse And Bond Of Perfection Reference
A short note cites a Bible verse and a phrase about putting on tove as the bond of perfection, dated April 1994. It appears as a devotional or religious card referencing Gotousians.
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Tove
Gotousians
Debating segregation's fate among Dallas Baptist churches
A Texas letter questions mixed motives behind church led calls for integration. It argues black Baptists thrive independently, suggests clergy should model brotherhood through faith not politics, and predicts a quieter, more peaceful path if church leaders focus on fellowship and daily life.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Dallas
Baptist Church
Texas
Aet
Congress
Supreme Court
Church
Moose call and gilt edged stocks quiz facts
A moose call imitates the mating sound of a bull moose and may or may not prompt a cow. gilt edged stocks refer to wealthier firms once printing stocks with gilt borders to show status. Horses live about 15 years on average, sometimes 20 or more. A president and vice president can be from the same state. The Book of Revelation is also called the Apocalypse. The Papal Court was moved to Avignon, France, in the early 14th century.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Uke
Key West
Harry Truman
Washington holiday scramble as Eden arrives in January
Washington braces for a festive run of foreign dignitaries including British Prime Minister Anthony Eden arriving late January and Brazilian President Juscelino Kubitschek de Oliveira visiting informally. Italian Prime Minister Giovanni Gronchi follows in February with full fire truck welcome.
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Washington
Anthony Eden
District of Columbia
Eden
Brazil
Juscelino Kubitschek de Oliviera
Giovanni Gronchi
Local Telegraphed Notes From Lawrence Area
Old Home Town Billy C Hodson is discharged after 11 months in the Bu ropewn area. Lawrence students on the dean's honor roll include Andrew G Murray and James W Black. Virginia Hodson to Merle Yount of Mesa Ariz on Jan 4. T Sgt Melvin Meinke returns from 30 months overseas service. Jayhawkers defeat M A 48 to 36 on focal court. KU to build a $150000 student hospital between Blake Hall and the journalism building. KU band to play for Governor Woodring inauguration in Topeka. The university hosts legislature and regents at tea. Free milk announced for needy families by Fritzel and Lawrence Sanitary Dairies. City considers welfare officer role needing varied expertise. Jungmotop saves Louis Brockelsby from gas fumes. Varsity theater screens The Lamb and My Valet. Red Rose Club hosts dinner at which covers include David Mackley and others.
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Billy C. Hodson
Clarence Hodson
Route 1
Buyropewn
Lawrence
Andrew G. Murray
James W. Black
Walter Howard
Virginia
Merle Yount
Mesa, Ariz
A. T. Meinke
T-Sgt
Melvin Meinke
Jane Hutton
Elaine Pierce
Marilyn Fowler
Mary Ann Evans
Pally Peppercorn
Judy Richardson
Shirley LeDuc
Claudette Smith
Joelen Lowe
Joyce Rhodes
Janet Tusten
Elizabeth Jurgmann
Nancy Hutton
Jayhawkers
M.A
Focal Court
Blake Hall
K. U
K.U
Harry Woodring
Topeka
Margaret Lynn
Legislature
Board of Regents
Fritzel and Lawrence Sanitary Dairies
Jungmotop
Louis Brockelsby
12Th
Ore
Sis
Varsity Theater
the Lamb
Douglass Fairbanks
Leena Owens
My Valet
Raymond Hitchcock
Mabel Normand
Mack Sennett
Sam W. Atkinson Jr
Red Rose Club
David Mackley
Harold *O’donnell
George Esterley
Harry Sheets
Frank Cope
Galen “Gorrill
Lawrence Constant
Charles Radcliffe
Wilfred Charlton
Radio and TV Programs From the Stations
A garbled radio listings page shows WOAF, KMBC, WREN, KF, KUT, and WM stations with a mix of show names. It references morning, daytime, and late hour slots, mentioning news, weather, and various program blocks. Names, dates, and times are partially readable amid the noise.
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WDAF
Kmbc-Tv
Komo TV
Laney
Spontervins
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Robert Montgomery
Huey Long
Shim
THE
Hal Boyle
Goliaths
Rome
Avigon
France
Douglas Larsen
Kenneth Gilmore
NEA
Morris Cafritz
Ciwen
American Lefon Post
Morris Sbas
Faven
Mae Heal
Gwen
Iadies
Nixon
Fla
Mit
Down
Woman's National Press Club
Billy Johnson
Food Services
Navy
Old Home Town
Cocy
Provicea Gy
Statwns
RADIO
WOAF
Titan Mares
Vineet
Boy
Tursday
WEEN
Wilal
Lee Maes
Mary Pond
James
Wiese
George Alexander
Softeway Market
Kenneth Vinyard
Mer
Roapid Transit
Mel Fisher
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