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Newspaper
Lawrence Journal World
Location
Lawrence, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Jan 26, 1956
Page
1
Gov. Fred Hall says Rep. Warren Shaw entry in the Kansas governorship race mirrors the last primary issue. Shaw defends himself against Hall, noting his role as lawyer and his ties to Roberts. Two GOP lawmakers pledge support for Shaw after filing. Hall may issue a statement later today.
In Topeka a daily tally of traffic fatalities was released by the State Accident Records section. The report covers the last 24 hours and notes several accidents, with figures reflecting the statewide total and specific incidents.
The Kansas House moved to create a legislative investigating committee with wide powers to probe state government. Attorney General Harold Falzer ruled the plan not within the budget session. House leaders defended legislative autonomy and questioned the ruling, while the Senate debated a similar highway department inquiry.
Washington reports Nikolai Bulganin and Nikita Khrushchev may revive the spirit of Geneva to soften Western criticism. Bulganin sent a peace–minded letter to Eisenhower and Khrushchev spoke in Moscow with Marshall MacDuffie, signaling intent to ease tensions and pursue further relaxation of tensions amid upcoming talks with Eden and Faure. In Topeka, Rep. Warren W. Shaw filed to oppose Gov. Fred Hall in the Kansas renomination, blasting spending, taxes, and union influence while pledging support for Eisenhower and Republican unity.
The Senate tentatively approved a measure from the State Commission of Revenue and Taxation to cut its staff by about 150 to 225 positions, reducing the fee fund spending limit by 500000. The plan follows a proposed payroll of 819 next year and aims to shrink government staffing.
A Carlson aide said Secretary Air Quarles informed him a guided missile plant will be located in the Denver area, possibly under contract with Glenn L. Martin Co. No Pentagon confirmation or details were available. Kansan lawmakers have urged placement in southeastern Kansas due to unemployment.
The weather bureau forecast widespread snow across Kansas with precipitation due to begin before evening and continue tonight into Friday. Snow was expected in the northeast and north central areas, with rain or snow in the southeast. colder temperatures and icy roads were anticipated, and motorists were urged to limit travel and drive in daylight. The eastern border had a trace of snow, while the eastern two thirds still held from one to seven inches on the ground.
Washington reports indicate only one government antitrust case remains in electronics as patents are freed. IBM faces a consent judgment requiring royalty-free access to current and future patents related to tabulating, card-making, and electronic data processing, with IBM providing know how on reasonable terms. RCA is involved in the remaining suit, with officials traveling for talks as settlement pressure grows.
Curtis Schoon of Sioux Falls, a featherweight, forgot his trunks before a Golden Gloves match last night. The delay paused the bout while he retrieved them. He lost the fight but earned the sportsmanship trophy for his conduct despite the mishap.
Fay S. Fay, a labor racketeer who once ran his union from Sing Sing and had political ties, will be released next month under parole with the condition that he may not engage in any union activity under any circumstances.
Governor Fred Hall said a late today announcement is expected naming an appointee to the Kansas Supreme Court. The selection will fill the vacancy created by Justice W. W. Harvey’s retirement in March.
President Eisenhower asked Congress to approve 126.525 million dollars for basic medical research to tackle cancer and other killers in a five point health program. He outlined a plan including grants totaling 250 million over five years for research facilities, expanded federal support, and measures to address health personnel shortages while considering private risk pooling if needed.
Ministers of the fire ravaged Trinity Episcopal and Plymouth Congregational churches today received 1 008 checks from Rev. Albert F Bramble to apply to rebuilding. The Methodist Pancake Feed on Jan 19 raised 2 016 split between the two churches. Plymouth pastor Rev Dale Turner and Trinity rector Rev Robert C Swift expressed gratitude as both report fire losses around 110 000 last year and ongoing rebuilding.
President Eisenhower and British Prime Minister Eden will begin a three day dialogue on mutual problems at the White House with a Monday luncheon. Eden will address the nation by television and radio Thursday night and hold a Friday news conference for TV and radio. Eden arrives in New York on Monday aboard the liner Queen Elizabeth and transfers to Eisenhower’s aircraft at LaGuardia.
An Omaha man named George Snelling is described as constantly helping others. On icy Wednesdays he shovels ashes from a street incline to aid neighbors and pedestrians, turning from his wheelbarrow to assist those in danger. He collects ashes from an apartment building and continues to lend aid.
In a Northwest Side hotel lounge, a 19 year old gunman fired six shots at narcotics detectives Lyons Kelleher and William A. Derrig during a routine check. Kelleher, 53, died from chest wounds. Derrig was wounded but not seriously hurt. The assailant fled.
Vienna reports the Warsaw Alliance plans to focus on the arming of a divided Germany and the two rival forces at Prague talks. The broadcast also notes discussion of Communist gains in France's elections and related Cold War tensions. A separate item announces Kansas winner in the 1955 Fire Prevention Week Contest of the NFPA.
Gov Hall blasts a Journal World report as utterly ridiculous claiming Centron was bypassed for a Kansas City producer over cost. Pansing said Right to Work film ties mattered little against total costs. Centron had made films for Right to Work, and Hall chose the firm he trusted for his campaign. The issue centers on Centron's bid of 1618 dollars for two films The American Way and You Decide and a total project expense of 7246.26 dollars, with the governor noting the price differences were negligible.
Dr. Jonas Salk received a congressional gold medal for developing the polio vaccine. Secretary Folsom presented the award at the Health, Education and Welfare Department at the request of President Eisenhower. The ceremony honored Salk, with officials and lawmakers in attendance, and a President's message praising his landmark medical research and dedication.
Lawrence tops many small cities in enforcing laws according to an FBI tabulation of 1955 crime data. Police Chief Hazelet reports 440 Class I offenses, no murders or manslaughter, 274 larcenies under $50, 68 over $50, 188 drunken arrests with 178 convictions, and 35 of 47 drunk drivers convicted.
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