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Newspaper
Lawrence Journal World
Location
Lawrence, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Jul 14, 1955
Page
2
Lawrence residents weigh local eating spots as Kansas Turnpike plans unfold. The article notes discussion of turnarounds and access near Lawrence, restaurant competition for highway travelers, and the broader idea of travelers eating along the route factoring into regional business.
In Lawrence, many employees walk to downtown workplaces, a habit begun during World War II rationing. Experts say walking boosts health, and even harsh weather rarely stops walkers. The pattern may help explain longer longevity in Lawrence compared to similar towns.
Newton Kansas debates reinstating parking meters after earlier removal. Civic leaders and Channel of Commerce wrestle with blame for the ill advised move. Traffic congestion worsens as residents seek parking, with authorities seeking remedial action but unsure of a solution.
A garbled Empire city discussion reveals tension between pragmatism and decorum in Emporia at recent commission sessions. Citizens and officials clash over meeting conduct, with references to past leaders and public business, highlighting a perceived drift from tradition and slowing proceedings.
Saul Lassoft denounces anti-desertion propaganda and questions U.S. tolerance of foreigners. He argues for mutual respect of cultures and criticizes xenophobic attitudes at Kansas University, noting three American soldiers denied citizenship and urging restraint.
James Marlow analyzes how Republicans shifted from a dynamite to a harmless line on Russian satellites since 1952. Eisenhower balked at repudiating wartime pacts, proposing a resolution to emphasize dependent states’ freedom while avoiding hamstringing Geneva talks. The Senate panel backed a bipartisan version to keep hope alive.
Hal Boyle recalls Jack Huff of Gatlinburg, a mountain innkeeper who once carried his rheumatic mother on a back chair up Le Conte Peak so she could see a sunset she never lived to witness. The tale, first told by Ernie Pyle, underscores dignity, family devotion, and a life spent chasing hills and memories.
The nearest star to the solar system is Alpha Centauri at about 4.3 light years. A reader asks if all sects can be called bugs, and the answer clarifies that true bugs are Hemiptera while insects in general are not all bugs.
A brief devotional note proclaims fear not to the flock, citing Luke 12 32 and assuring that it is the Father’s good pleasure to give the Kingdom to believers. The verse emphasizes trust, faith, and divine provision in daily life.
Washington confronts the annual Public Works Appropriation Bill for 1956 as the Houserevision swells the cost far beyond Budget Bureau recommendations. Senate hearings loom, with potential delays from 31 added projects across 25 states and 573 million dollars in unbudgeted items, plus increased first year operations totaling 17 million and an overall 520 million for next year’s Corps projects.
Old Home Town Paul Snyder of Valhalla Michigan is named associate professor of piano at Kansas University. Otis Crooks, son of Mrs. Mattie Crooks, is promoted to sergeant in Bengall India with the Air Corps. Lloyd Purcell Jr. with the 2th Bomb Wing in Singland earns promotion to Staff sergeant. Theta Antic Girls Club of the Rebekahs instituted with 31 members. Numerous local names listed. Dr. E. H. Lindley completes 10th year as Chancellor of Kansas University. Birth announced for a daughter to Mr. and Mrs. C. Ruthrauff. Kiwanis and other travel notes plus obliques on social events and wartime service through the region.
Radio and TV listings from WDAF KMBC WREN KFKU and others detail top shows for Thursday July 14. Programs include top of evening music, news, sports, concerts, and various NBC CBS and local station specials with notable names like Bing Crosby Amos and Andy and Tennesse Ernie.
A quiz style listing pairs various terms from sports and everyday language. Clues reference football baseball chess wine and geography with wordplay on brief definitions and cross попадения. Includes answers like names of people places foods and objects from diverse contexts.
A sanitized OCR fragment lists crossword style clues and wordplay prompts such as Opposing, False god, Mutical studies, Breed spread, European wild cherry, and feminine appellation. The items appear as scattered numbers and partial hints with no coherent article context.
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