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Lawrence Journal World

Location

Lawrence, Kansas, United States of America

Date

Jul 09, 1955

Page

5

Poll Under Way On Bill to Knock Out Rein on Gas Prices

A House Democratic poll on a bill to regulate natural gas prices is under way at the request of House leaders. Senate leaders may delay action until the House moves. Russell B. Brown of the Independent Petroleum Association of America criticizes the campaign as emotional and misleading while urging industry responsibility to focus on the bill’s merits and potential corrective legislation this session.

Washington House Reti Okiat Bassin Harms Senate Elouse Democratic Commerce Rules Committee Independent Petroleum Assn of America Russell B. Brown Congress

Anti Reds Seize China Village in Hunan Province

Nationalist Chinese news agency reports 500 anti Communist guerrillas captured a western Hunan town last month, held it overnight, wiped out a Communist security guard unit, seized and distributed large quantities of food, and 50 local youths joined the guerrillas and left with them.

Taipei Formosa Hunan Tatag Ministry of the Interior Fenghwang Tatao

Gas Firm Seeks 81 Million for 238 Mile Pipeline

Washington based Gas Firm Serv ice asks the Federal Power Commission for 81 million dollars to build 238 miles of natural gas pipeline across Kansas and Oklahoma. The plan includes 93 miles of 26 inch line from Kay County Oklahoma to Montgomery County Kansas, 145 miles from Barber County Kansas to Woods County Oklahoma, and a 2700 horsepower compressor station in Woods County. The project would raise capacity by 50 million cubic feet this year and 100 million later.

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Kansas Aviatrix Wins Amelia Earhart Memorial Scholarship

Miss Cheetham of Argasa City Kas, a noted flyer and journalist, won the Amelia Earhart Memorial Scholarship yesterday, earning funds for aviation studies. She trained with parachute jumps and daily drops, earning recognition from a group of women aviators and local supporters.

Kansas Aviatrix of Earhart Springfield Pyany

Prospects for Washita reclamation measure rise

Washington reports Rep. Wickersham says prospects look good for passage this year of legislation authorizing the Washita reclamation project in Oklahoma. The 60 million dollar plan includes Fass and Cobty Creek dams to supply water, irrigation for over 60,000 acres, and has passed the Senate. A House Interior subcommittee approval is expected midweek, with little anticipated opposition.

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Baseball and Football Standings From Major Leagues and Education Gap

A garbled 1950s sports summary lists wins and losses for teams in the American and National Leagues plus leagues like the Texas and Southern Association. It notes scattered results, upcoming schedules, suspensions, and a U.S. Office of Education estimate placing U.S. engineer graduates around 10,000 annually versus Russia’s about 50,000.

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NL Power Stars May Blast Mark On 4-Base Blows

The Associated Press reports the National League pushes toward a home run record as it clashes with the American League in Milwaukee. Eras of the season unfold with NL power, Don Newcombe, Hank Aaron, and Lew Burdette features noted, while Boston, Baltimore, Detroit, and Cleveland post key wins.

New York Chicago Boston Detroit Kansas City Washington Baltimore Cleveland Harshman Lary York Turley Lehiitz Delnekthd Ditmar Power Stars Milwaukee Vecessaoe Ami Milwaukee Battimore Warren Spahn Hank Aaron Bobsby Thomson Lew Burdette Cincinnati

Gallagher Holds Up Lopez Thinks Club Is Ready As Softball Leader But Wishes for Lead Switch

Gallagher remains optimistic that Lopez’s squad is ready to lead softball, but wants a change in leadership. The report notes mixed signals as teams jostle for top spot, with implied pressure on key players and management to redefine roles.

Gallagher Lopez

Legion Nine Set for Three Games in Three Days

The American Legion Super baseball squad leads into a three game stretch at Municipal Park starting Sunday against Parsons. Key players Ralph Kiner Herb Score Gene Woodling and Ralph Harris are noted, with Lopez praising rookie left hander Scope and the club’s steady progress. The team hopes to build on recent wins as pitching and hitting tighten up while managers plan Sunday’s start and upcoming matchups. The Morginmicks aim to avenge an earlier loss at Parsons and Kansas City awaits after this weekend's action.

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Kansas Fresh Gridders Schedule Air Force Oct 29

Denver, Air Force Academy announces the freshman football schedule for fall. The Cadets open July 11 in temporary quarters, with a season opener October 8 against Denver University at DDL Stadium. Also on the slate are Colorado teams, Kansas University, Utah, New Mexico, and Oklahoma games, all listed with dates and venues.

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Plucky Udall Nine Honored At State Semipro Affair

Wichita broadcast notes Udall nine as honored guests during the State Semipro Baseball Tournament. Advance schedule released for the 28th annual event. Orphans face Conecress in inaugural round with expected strong support from Cowles County fans after May tornado.

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Former Frogman Beats Frigid Canadian Water

A 28 year old ex Marine swimmer completed a bid from Victoria to Port Angeles in frigid conditions. He swam the route with a 270 pound logger from Ta combi Waishound and finished after 1 minute to secure support from wife and daughter. A $1800 check was offered by the Victoria Days Times in Port Angeles.

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Browns Sign Three Stars to Return for 6th Season

The Cleveland Browns announced on Friday that Len Ford defensive end will play a sixth season with the NFL champions. End Doug Atkins and guard Herschel Forester also are returning to the Browns, strengthening the roster for another campaign.

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