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Newspaper
Lawrence Journal World
Location
Lawrence, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Jul 06, 1946
Page
4
The Journal World lists subscription rates and address details for Lewrence Kansas. It notes carrier delivery and mail payment options, alongside associated publication rights and a Bible verse quoted in the issue.
Secretary Byrnes pushes for July 20 as the convening date for drafting postwar peace treaties, while Soviet Premier Molotov objects and seeks procedure changes. Delays loom as ministers weigh invitations to 21 participating nations. Russia’s concessions in the Ric Four talks add to the tension over deadlines.
The article notes Fourth on the Farm celebrations in Kansas varied with many farm workers taking time off while harvest continued. Wheat was moved to elevators despite the holiday and youths joked about founding fathers choosing a different date. Independence seems to follow its own schedule on the farm.
The Bikini test fleet was sunk by the atomic blast and studies claim such a bomb would decisively disable a closely grouped fleet. The weapon reportedly was smaller than Nagasaki’s and could be carried by several planes. Researchers say Bikini findings continue to shape war expectations.
The article describes the first peace time Fourth of July observance as satisfactory in most respects. The main question concerns whether the label peace time is appropriate, since it did not meet expectations set during wartime discussions of peace.
The senate delayed applying pulmotor to OPA until Monday. A week without controls reveals rising commodity prices and the impact of ended agricultural subsidies. Officials fear price gains could occur but may be neutral if subsidies offset costs. Rent controls appear to remain in place for now.
Holiday fatalities trended below forecast but rose slightly over the four day span. Officials note the weekend’s sunny, busy roads push accident risks even as Fourth of July figures remained relatively low. In China, Canton Hankow railroad resumption boosts interior communications aiding the south’s nationalist government against the north.
The Southern Weekly reprints the 1932 Democratic platform praised by Franklin D. Roosevelt. It promised cutting federal expenses by 25 percent and balancing the budget, with a sound currency and limits on political spending. It notes Roosevelt later expanded spending beyond prior levels, contrasting with Hoover era expenditures.
The column reports Moscow may shelve Dardanelles ambitions as Molotov accepts a Trieste compromise. Russia seeks an US accord, while Khrushchev notes progress toward a conference with Italy, Turkey and Yugoslavia amid tense diplomacy and warnings from Kardelj.
Marysville Kan July 6 A farm calf only 19 inches tall was unable to reach milk until Elmer Biethley used a pair of his wife Mrs Kietchley s high heeled shoes. The calf now feeds on its own from its mother without help.
The Douglas County Red Cross monthly meeting will be held Monday at 4 p.m. in the Community building chapter room. Harold G. Barr will report on the national Red Cross convention held two weeks ago in Philadelphia. All county chapter members are urged to attend.
The Kansas state weed supervisor’s office will hold six district meetings to discuss weed control methods. T. F. Yost said the sessions run in Manhattan July 22, Beloit July 23, Colby July 24, Dodge City July 25, McPherson July 26, and Iola July 27.
Dr and Mrs W R Gorrill of Lawrence attended July 7 dinner at Mrs Gorrills sister and niece Mrs Henry Bailey and Miss Frances Bailey. Dean B A Gessner announced Baker enrollment for fall is closed except for a few rooms among townspeople. Dormitories are filled and Parmenter Commons basement is being revamped for days. Barnett funeral home sold to Raymond Stanley of Eskridge who takes over next Monday. Mr Stanley has long Eskridge undertakings experience and a wife and four year old daughter. Mr Barnett remains in Baldwin and will work at Baldwin State Bank where he is a director. Mrs J J Hunter recovering well after operation and her San Diego husband on emergency leave. Mr and Mrs Orville M Mud of Phoenix guests of Prof and Mrs Alfred E Leach. Mr and Mrs R E Butler from San Antonio visit Mrs Butler sisters Mrs Simpson Taylor and Mrs F K Lobingier with additional guests Sunday Mr and Mrs Taylor Mr and Mrs Lowell
A fragmented page shows a mixed list of vertical and horizontal crossword clues with partial answers and misread letters. It includes references to U S Army terms, place names, and generic crossword entries, all jumbled across a run of grid coordinates and clue fragments.
Munsey Park visitors Mr and Mrs W H Larsh and children Betty Jo and Billy stayed with Bryn Hoff. Fred Clark left for Kansas City to join Rudy Patrick Seed Co.. the Mettners, Carl and F E, visited C W Mettner in Tulsa. Ronald Henderson marked his second birthday. Agnes Thompson plans a Denver trip. E L Haynes family vacationed in Minnesota. Weaver's clerks plan a miscellaneous shower for Mrs Ernest Ralston, formerly Daisy Nottingham, at Margaret Lohman's home.
Three Haskell girls attempted to run away before being stopped. The University News Bulletin notes KU growth since 1880. Valuation of buildings and grounds rose from 251000 to 1354000 over 25 years. A burglary struck Dr. A J Anderson’s home during the Fourth of July park celebration. Merle Colman travels to western Kansas. A W McFarland visit to Olathe. Blanche Lyons to Carthage for a Khautauqua and then New York to study with Whitney. Maud and Cora Hornby host 15 friends for a cousins’ visit from Fall River.
Baldwin residents gather for church and club activities as local families join outings, graduations, and notices. Baker College ties appear with alumni visits and campus events, while obituaries mark Mrs. Hilda Peterson and community updates highlight illness, travel, and church missions.
A dense listing of July Sunday programming across WREN WDAF KMBC and other outlets. It notes shows from Stump the Authors to Evening News and various orchestras films and quiz programs with times spanning 2:00 to 1:00 the next day. The schedule features musical acts talks news sports and public affairs across multiple stations.
The Big Brother Club kicks off its summer series with weekly five day programs. Tim Wene describes fishing tips and sound effects used in radio and studio plans for members to explore during the vacation season.
TV host Howard Smith announces travels to Topeka Wichita and Colorado for fishing while radio crew reshuffles at Rhymaline Time with Andy Anderson Fran Mehaney Ted Ross and Harry Jenks taking over duties. Baseball Digest accepts Sam Molen articles Hero or Goat and Rube Didn't Pitch in Kansas City noted.
In Kansas City guidance suggests starting at smaller stations in smaller communities to build a reputation before moving to bigger markets. Advice notes high school education, with a push toward college work, and lists known former or current figures like Norval Slater at WFAA Dallas and Lou O’Connor with CBS New York, while Gene Autry is heard Thursdays on KMBC.
Enthusiasm greets Beltone Harmony Mono Pac touted as America's smallest hearing aid weighing about 6 oz and barely larger than a deck of cards. The unit combines batteries and transmitter in one concealed module with a single lead to the ear and offers lifetime service. Contact Beltone in Kansas City for information or a home demonstration.
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