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Newspaper
Lawrence Journal World
Location
Lawrence, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Jul 11, 1950
Page
4
Three senate committee members say their reports will give the state department a clean bill on loyalty, a move termed whitewash by critics. The outcome may not quell public suspicion amid debate over policy, with calls for reforms if the charges prove unfounded or exaggerated.
The local harvest faces delays as rain arrives after a lengthy drought. Farmers report weather as the major handicap slowing field work and grain collection, with many areas still incomplete and statewide drought fears unmet by recent rain.
Reported battles in Korea reveal a war of movement with American units repeatedly escaping encirclement after days of cut engagements. Defenders in unfamiliar terrain face constant danger of being outflanked as heavier equipment and manpower lag. News notes suggest only small American formations engaged at Tay Point, with a thin line slowing the enemy invasion and morale challenged by ongoing reverses.
The piece argues union leaders see this moment as ripe for labor agitation but warns against violence or costly strikes. It notes switchmen paused their walkout while other brotherhoods discuss actions. Emphasizes the need for stronger, authentic cases and critiques the switchmen's strategy.
A retrospective survey notes widespread mispredictions from military, economic and weather forecasters in 1950. Dust storms were blamed then confounded by rain, while deficits shrank from five billion to about three-fifths. Tax cuts stalled by defense needs, Soviet satellite reports of international brigades surface, and wheat storage was disrupted by a railroad strike.
An analysis argues the United Nations faced a test with Moscow backed Korea aggression. It credits the Security Council for a firm response, noting the split into two Chinas and the potential for a Russian withdrawal. Hoover’s call to scrap the UN is cited as foreshadowing future blocs.
Engagement announced for Helen Sample to Howard Rockwell of Lecompton. Birth announced of Walter Rey to Mr and Mrs Walter Whitla of Seattle formerly Delma Bagi of Lawrence. Winter trips and travels noted, plus visits in Topeka and Lawrence. Local social notices include church Ladies Aid at 1235 Tennessee and visits by General Sears and family from Chicago.
Twenty five years ago the county commissioners employed a consulting engineer to make surveys and prepare plans for federal aid projects in the county, awaiting approvals from county state and federal engineers. Mise Irene Peabody and Prof W J B Downing of the fine arts faculty will appear Friday evening. Mr and Mrs Robert Gentry announce the birth July 4 of Dorothy Jean. Mrs Gentry was formerly Miss Audrey Landis. Noah Hetrick Miss Anna Mitchell Mex L R Bryan and Walter...
Forty years ago the five ton Maine granite drinking fountain for horses was delivered through the efforts of the Humane Society. Fr Jaedicke and granddaughter Mies Clare Jaedicke and Miss Erna Fisher left yesterday for Montana. Dr Smith of Oskaloosa broke his right arm when his mate kicked as he tried to crank it. Miss Lalia Walling hosted a dinner for her grandfather D P Walling's 90th birthday with Vinnie Walling of Kansas City visiting for the occasion. Miss Marguerite Emery travels to Kansas City to visit friends Mary Parker was elected principal of the Burlington high school for next year.
Discussion notes that the Soviet Union may refuse to attend the U N Assembly meeting on September 19 citing nationalist China’s status. Observers doubt Moscow will cooperate with democracies and expect continued Russian obstruction in the UN. Also reports open tennis classes sponsored by Recreation Commission with sessions Mondays Wednesdays and Fridays at 10 am on Eleventh and Sinus streets.
Ray Pierson of Burlington and Clayton Flood of Hays named co chairmen to support Harry W. Colmery for Gulf nomination in the DC Senate race. Pierson, a World War I veteran, is past Kansas department commander of the American Legion. Flood, a World War II veteran, is past commander of the Hays Legion port. Both are attorneys. Colmery is also a past national and state commander of the Legion.
Barbs note months seem shorter and years longer on installments. The column hopes a big form yield this year and prices are told about it. It ponders why self made men grow fat and mentions a man in an Oklahoma prison serving two life sentences. Some states would keep him longer while others show progress.
James E. O Bryon notes a witty verse about stylish attire suited for luncheon tea and races. The quip playfully reassures the reader that appropriate dress can help fulfill wishes when observed in the right places.
In Gardena California July 11 Robert Carville tipped a fruit and vegetable truck colliding with a palm tree and a signal standard. He and a passenger Carlisle 26 said he blacked out as greens scattered across the intersection. A university lecture on Dante by John E Hawkins will follow at Kansas Strong Auditorium with free admission.
A fragmented OCR puzzle text lists multiple clues and partial answers across horizontal and vertical lines. The garbled entries include references to presidents, chemistry, geography, and common crossword terms, but no coherent narrative or complete solutions are provided.
Pravda reports Western powers order a permanent 20,000 man West German army to be mechanised with automatic weapons. Berlin dispatch says Bonn leaders, including Hitlerite officers, arrive to lead. Fear of attack grows amid Potsdam era tensions and new police force proposals. U.S. official notes Korean War context softens stance on a 25,000 man central West German police, while East German police are accused of militarization.
Washington July 11 The Senate confirmed President Truman’s appointment of Lt Gen Manton S Eddy as commanding general in Europe. Eddy, former commandant at Fort Leavenworth and post commander, succeeds Lt Gen Clarence Ralph Huebner who retires as lieutenant general. The Senate also confirmed Maj Gen Joseph May Swing as commandant of the Army War College with temporary lieutenant general rank. The same report notes Dorothy Lamour’s hospital stay after abdominal surgery with a favorable prognosis.
Mrs Pearl Houser Baldwin spends summer in Colorado visiting sister and family the Mitts group. Richard and Marilyn Mitts joined in a family dinner at William Vaughn's home northwest of Baldwin. They later travel to Kansas City to visit Mrs Roy Fy Milla and return home. Mrs Clementine Shuler services led by George Rocourt held in Lawrence. Mr and Mrs Beett Morgan plan trip to Topeka to meet Morgan in Detroit. Helen Deel visits Baldwin three weeks before returning to Topeka with the Moranes. George Harman family of Washington called on Janet Uray Saturday. Mrs Earl Martin hosted dinner at Oak Lodge in honor of Miss Ethel Payne of Casadena.
The wedding unites Miss Rose Elizabeth Eichelmeyer of Eudora and Mr J McKenny of San Angeles Calif at St Golumbkilles Catholic Church San Angeles with Farber Galvin officiating. attendants include Agnes Craw and Irma Mr Staup. The groom, son of Mekhemy erif of El Faso Texas, with John Lewis as best man and Vowell Kinne enberg as usher. The bride wore a slipper satin gown with lace bodice and carried white orchids and rose buds. Reception followed at the bride's sister Mrs Ann Lewis home. The couple plan a two week honeymoon in San Francisco and then reside in Los Angeles.
A dense listing shows radio station call signs and times across Texas and nearby areas. Programs include Breakfast, Arthur Godfrey, Safety in Our Town, Lifelike Milonaire, and various news shows and dramas with hosts like Garry Moore and Charles Boyer.
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