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Lawrence Journal World

Location

Lawrence, Kansas, United States of America

Date

Jan 12, 1956

Page

3

Flames Sweep Small Korean Coastal Ship Traps Passengers

A coastal Korean steamship burned rapidly trapping many third class passengers as flames leapt from a straw mat floor to cotton quilts. 66 people died including seven children. several injured. The vessel, reportedly carrying numerous third class travelers, was docked near Pusan when the fire broke out. charges of negligence were placed on Kim Elan Suk and others.

Seoul Kim Elan Suk Saminenpe Pusan Oon Kepe

Dry Weather in Kansas May Persist for Years Says K State Engineer

Kansas State College civil engineer Vernon Rosebrough argues in the Kansas Government Journal that Kansas may endure a relatively dry era for several years. He notes the last four years skewing downward and compares it to past 15 to 20 year cycles, suggesting a new dry spell similar in severity to prior periods. He bases his view on cycles since 1840 and his work on water supply reservoirs.

Manhattan Vernon Rosebrough Kansas Kansas Government Journal EL Dorado Peetod Louisiana Marl Lee Tee Elmer HW. Duty Barbara Winters Nevada Harold

El Doradoan Challenges Statement on New Twins

Nevada on February 24, 1934, Mrs Lary asserted her twins weighed 1 pounds 4 ounces and her brother weighed W pounds. Medical records list the heaviest pair of twins born in the 19th century at 3432 pounds.

el Doradoan Nevada Lary

Runnels at Limestone Association meeting in Ottawa

Six members of the State Geological Survey staff from Kansas University attended the Kansas Limestone Association Inc meeting in Ottawa. Russell T. Runnels led discussions on Kansas highways and on state and national research programs with fellow staff including Frank C. Foley William B. Hambleton William Ives Kenneth Rose and Hubert Risser.

State Geological Survey Kansas University Kansas Limestone Association Inc Ottawa Russell T. Runnels Kansas Frank C. Foley William B. Hambleton William Ives Kenneth Rose Hubert Risser

South Korea says its 20 division army is now stronger and aims higher

Defense Minister Sohn Won II asserts Seoul's 600000-strong ground force plus 100 reserve divisions is better than ever and will become the world's third strongest army with more powerful weapons. He emphasizes readiness and a push for enhanced arms to elevate regional security stature.

Seoul Sohn Won II South Korea

Man Arrested For Damaging Red Dresses On Train

Miyoshi Mitsuhoshi, 32, arrested yesterday on a charge of damaging property, admits disliking the color red. In the past year he has slashed more than a dozen red dresses worn by women train passengers.

Tokyo Miyoshi Mitsuhoshi

Big City survey group visits Gloria Vanderbilt and Sid Lumet

A wide range of social and cultural names appear in a chaotic survey group note. Gloria Vanderbilt and Sid Lumet figure amid talk of a military college visit and various prominent figures including Gloria Vander and Earl Wilson. The piece meanders through references to actors, university figures, and wartime veterans.

Gloria Vanderbilt Sid Lumet Military College

Exhibition of regional architecture opens in California

The display features 18 residences churches and structures recently completed in Northern California. Organized by the Northern California chapter of the American Institute of Architects and the California Redwood Association the exhibit travels to multiple US museums and includes the work of renowned architects.

Marvin Ibdl Uiniversiny Beng Eieenhor Cal Andiege Jes Thes Oeethsemaent Castillation Sven Service Caifornia Amerian Institute of Architects California Redwood Association

It’s a Horse on Him LLANTA PARBARAL Incident

A man described as Jahan S. Mattines told police a horse leaped onto the hood of his vehicle on a Las Posies road. He rammed the horse and damaged the windshield hood and antenna. He sustained a cheek injury requiring five stitches. The horse ran back into the field.

Llanta Parbaral Jahan S. Mattines Las Posies Martinez

British rai Hon passengers carry three mil a day

British rail service reports that passenger numbers reach about three million daily, signaling high demand across routes. Officials say the figure reflects strong travel, with urban centers and regional lines contributing to overall traffic.

Pain Relief Pills Promised For Backache Relief

A vintage ad touts Doan's Pills claiming quick relief from backache and general discomfort from overexertion. It emphasizes a soothing effect on the kidneys, increased urine output, and freedom from nagging pains. It urges readers to get Doan's Pills for lasting relief, noting decades of use and customer satisfaction.

Falke Dean's Mills Kidner

Innovations arise on Gowdfrey show amid abrupt shift

A broadcast innovation debuted last night on Gowdfrey’s television program without prior notice. A spokesperson said the segment would be continued for a couple of weeks. The note mentions seven girls in the United States and life expectancy figures for a boy and girl child, though details are unclear.

New York Whir Gowdfrey Sedi Ascn Aine Ae United States

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