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Lawrence Daily Journal World published daily except Sunday at 722 Massachusetts Street Lawrence Kansas. Editor Me to 1962 Dolph Simons managing editor and publisher advertising director. Subscription rates list carriers in Lawrence Douglas and adjoining counties one year five dollars six months three dollars outside Douglas county one year seven dollars six months four dollars. Entered as post office second class. Member audits Bureau of Circulation and Associated Press. AP content rights noted.
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Declaration clarity endures as independence message
The piece argues that the Declaration of Independence remains clear and unambiguous after 178 years, contrasting with debates over constitutional meaning. It notes colonists sought rights, rejected double-talk, and asserted American identity, with events leading to the American Revolution and a lasting, unchanged text.
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Europe
Ida Grove Chief of Police Keeps Peaceful Record
The Ida Grove police chief aged 63 has served 17 years on the force with no use of his gun. The town credits observance of law and the community’s cooperation for a commendable, nonviolent law enforcement record. A columnist notes U.S. actions in Korea and French stance in Indochina. the piece discusses terms and dictating power in international conflicts.
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the Groves, Jr
Ida Grove
U. S
Korea
France
Indochina
Mindochina
Osage County Primary Sees No Local Democratic Filings
The Overbrook Citizen notes no Democratic candidates filed for township level offices in Osage county primary contests. The report says the situation is normal though expectations were for a few extra entries this year.
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Overbrook
Osage County
Churchill Defines a Fanatic as One Who Won't Change
A quotation attributed to Winston Churchill describes a fanatic as someone who cannot alter his mind and refuses to shift the subject. The remark emphasizes rigidity and dogged fixation in debate and belief.
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Winston Churchill
Upturn Seen on Thermometers Advised as Return to Growth
Analysts say the upturn is here with notable rise indicated by thermometers. The report highlights improving readings across sectors and expectations of continued momentum into the coming quarter.
Rare Guns Worth Weight in Gold in U S Firearm Market
Hal Boyle interviews John T Amber of Chicago about rising values for old firearms. He cites a Winchester 1873 marked rifle as rare and valuable with only about 35 surviving, worth 5 000 to 7 500 dollars, and warns collectors on fakes tied to historic figures.
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New York
John T Amber
Chicago
Gun Digest
America
Amber
Hickock
Billy the Kid
Ed McGivern
Montana
National Rifle Association
A Change of Climate in Washington Under Eisenhower
A commentary notes a shift in Washington over 18 months of the Eisenhower era, with increased scrutiny of leaders and a purge of incompetence. It cites deportations of 79 alien subversives, 36 Communist leaders convicted, 208 deportation orders, and 1,399 aliens sent as criminals, while praising restored integrity among public workers.
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Garden City
Washington
Eisenhower
Congress
Secret kept from some like daylight smuggled past a rooster
Quip attributed to Cunning ham Clipper reflects the challenge of withholding information from certain groups. The witty comparison likens secrecy to forcing daylight through a vigilant guard.
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Cunningham Clipper
Bible Verse Verse from Jeremiah on Mount Samaria
A reading presents the verse Thou ahatt yet plant Vines upon the mountaine of Samaria Jeremiah 31 36. The message highlights steadfast providence and territorial imagery from the prophetic text.
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Samaria
Jeremiah
Barbs and Blues Hover Over July 4th Circus Chaos
The piece mocks a bridge club gathering and a father who complains about taking his son to a circus he admits he will enjoy. It hints at debts and a wave of injuries to come, warning of unsafe July Fourth chaos.
Quiz Q A Civic Quiz From A Radio Page
Readers test knowledge on egg yolks in Wisconsin Rio de Janeiro transport and riot policies. Questions cover Radin’s art theory and Dawes cabinet participation.
New Books Arrive at City Library for July Display
City Library adds a list of 1954 novels and non fiction titles. Diane Best and Indigo Bend by Alice Graham feature Southern settings and plantation themes. The Royal Box by Frances Keyes involves murder and London society. Others include Minutes of the Last Meeting Gene Fowler and If You Are A Woman by Lee Graham. Also Mary Anne by Daphne Du Maurier, This Is Norman Brokenshire, New England Cookbook by Eleanor Early, Star In The Rigging Garland Roark, and Traitors Were Willard Wallace.
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Diane
Herbert Best
General Dean
William Dean
Royal Box
Frances Keyes
London
Gene Fowler
John Decker
Indigo Bend
Alice Graham
Lee Graham
Mary Anne
Daphne du Maurder
van Foe
Duke of York
George III
Norman Brokenshire
Edith Pope
Florida
Thad Renfro
Medora King
New England
Eleanor Early
U. S. Senate
Nantucket
Spe
Garland Roark
Texas Lone Star Stahe
Jeremiah Brown
Mexico
U. S. Mag
Willard Wallace
Benedict Arnold
Arnold
Continental Congress
Tightening Military Speech Rules From State Department
State Department to tighten review of military leaders speeches after Admiral Carney warned of U S involvement in Indo China and Korea style actions. Text was briefly reviewed by an aide. the lapse exposed tensions between military openness and policy limits.
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Washington
State Department
Robert B. Carney
New York
National Security Industries Association
Admiral Carney
U. S
Korea
U. S. Chief of Naval Operations
Eisenhower
John Foster Dulles
Pentagon
America
Local births engagements travels listed in Old Home Town
Old Home Town notes report Michael Anderson 2% years fell from a third story window but not seriously hurt. Engagement announced for Carolyn Wetmore to James Shipman. Births include Jan Crisley to PFC Michael Murphree and wife. Visitors and travels span Carter, Paris, Vogue work, and relatives in Kansas City, Los Angeles, Chicago.
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Michael Anderson
R. L. Anderson
Tenn. St
A. V. Wetmore
Kansas City
D. L. Rowlands
Carolyn
James Shipman
Washington, D.C
PFC
Michael C. Murphree
Jan Crisley
Misa Ruthie Russell
Misa Mabel Baker
Caroline Baker
Jane Miller
Roberta Frowe
W. W. Kent
Lena Winger
Myrtle Sellards
Los Angeles
Helen Hintz
Doris Kimmel
Wanda Edmonds
Kansas ‘City
Christian Endeavor
Marcella Chalkley
New York
Paris
Genoa
Vogue
Clarence
North Calif
J.-R.-Ulrich
A_R.Kennedy
Allena Hicks
Milweet
Chicago
Resignation and Local Improvements Mark Plymouth News
C L Edwards resigns after four years as treasurer of Plymouth National Church. Learned elected to replace him. North Side Improvement Club formed at J B Wilson home to curb train noise and blocking crossings. Residents complain waits of 20 to 30 minutes to cross. Ruth Riley and Louise Summers return from Baldwin.
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C. L. Edwards
Plymouth National Church
Learned
North Side Improvement Club
J B. Wilson
Ruth, Riley
Louise Summers
Baldwin
Radio and TV Program Guide Highlights July 3 4
Busy listing of WDOAF WREN RFKU and KMBC schedules for July including Top of the Hour News Texaco Reporter Tonight’s features Gene Autry and Gary Cooper programs plus Worthy battles and weather. Also notes Sunday July 4 day’s lineup across WDAF KMBC KCMO stations with film features and talk shows.
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World News
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Texaco
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Brush
KMBC
Lawrence Seekore
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Gene Autry
Symphony
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Garroway
Gary
My Little
Margie
Goe
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Walter Winchell
Rob fedeaMrtin
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Gene
Wren-Hearta
WBARC
WEEN
Billy Graham
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