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Newspaper
Lawrence Journal World
Location
Lawrence, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Jan 15, 1958
Page
2
President Eisenhower stands behind Secretary Benson as changes to farm price supports are urged. Benson, speaking at a news conference, said the President will push for farm program changes and likely confer with congressional leaders to win adoption of administration proposals.
Jones Farm Supply on East 23rd Street was robbed of 58 dollars in cash and coins. A note from the thief apologizes for stealing to support a starving family and promises to repay ten dollars next Friday. Only 43 dollars have been recovered so far.
Myrtle Iva Sumner 69 died at Lawrence Memorial Hospital. Funeral at Rumsey Funeral Home 2 p.m. Saturday Rev Harold Harsten. Burial Oak Hill Cemetery. Surviving daughters include Nancy Stauffer Ottawa Ruth Mullin Topeka Verna Mae Annis Perry Lois Hale San Diego Dora Price Burlington and others. John W Orne graveside services pending. Emma A. died Saturday in Bilten.
A Parsons Sun columnist suggests Clyde Reed Jr. of Parsons may announce a Republican bid for Kansas governor. The piece recalls Clyde M. Reed's 1928 gubernatorial run and notes growing state speculation about the Reed Jr. candidacy. Walter Cherry of Galena already filed for the race.
Lt. Gen. Arthur Gilbert Trudeau, named to replace Gen. Gavin as Army research chief, said Soviet weapon gains are nothing the U.S. cannot match or exceed. The Korea veteran takes over April 1 and aims for a vigorous push in missiles and weapons, addressing complacency in the program while Gavin criticizes missiles policy and the Joint Chiefs of Staff setup.
President Eisenhower marked his fifth anniversary in office amid crises from Little Rock integration to Cold War pressures with Russia. He signaled continued policy continuity under Dulles, avoiding a public release of Gaither cautions while expecting Cabinet strength, and hoped for progress on a possible summit with Soviet leaders.
Washington reports Air Force researchers are developing a high energy fuel stage that could enable an initial reconnaissance mission to Mars and Venus. The statement discusses forthcoming capabilities and potential milestones in space propulsion.
Boulder, Colo. Dr Walter Orr Roberts, head of the Colorado University high altitude observatory, urged at a faculty meeting that four of every five students be sent home. He attacked easy courses in education psychology and life adjustment and challenged the value of easy subjects in American colleges.
Deems Equipment Co announces John Deere Day with a theater demonstration of new machinery. Free lunch for farmers and families to be served, with showrooms open and FFA and 4H members invited. Deere displays valued at $1 250 000 to be showcased in Western Mis service area.
Anerson of Oskaloosa marked 100 years on December 22 and was noted as an elderly resident reaching a centenarian milestone.
The commission weighs cash payment versus special assessment for water main extensions. Officials cite high costs, private contractor limits, and city debt exceeding 3 percent as factors. Advised alternatives include phased borrowing and rate considerations affecting residents and projects.
The article notes urgency in approving a bill to provide missile facilities with Eisenhower possibly requesting emergency passage. Vingon stresses the Air Force plan to retaliate against any ballistic missile launch and outlines related retaliation measures.
The artist will continue Feb 2 at Nelson Gallery then begin a limited tour of art galleries and museums in water cities in the UK. Cop Hall notes the tour features pastoral landscapes and buildings. He has painted numerous rural studies and etchings, though Winston was denied a show entirely for exhibition.
Vague excerpts describe multiple unnamed individuals discussing a movie scene and personal reactions. The dialogue mentions Debra Deve and Mrs Griffii and hints at a viewing event on Tat Street near Nevada, with reference to a marriage and a couple watching a film.
Report notes a service training class conducted in Lawrence with Chief H. H. and district director Sue ae. Nat. expects about $2. Lecturers from various law enforcement fields lead hour long sessions. The program covers police work and includes multiple speakers.
The March of Dimes coffee day features Wefteon restaurants and cafes joining in. Norwood said 1000 masks will be distributed, and the drive targets county residents with planned events at five eateries and venues.
An incomplete item records a brief mention of Mrs Jack J and a saree seen by someone in a hospital setting. The text is legible in parts but lacks clear actions or outcome.
A fragmented hospital notice lists multiple local residents and addresses including Judy Crissler Patricia and Debra Went. The garbled text references DeSoto Ossaloosa and Winona avenues with several other names and street corners.
Santec advances nuclear energy project with new research plans and collaborations. Details indicate government partnerships and funding channels supporting development and safety studies.
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