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Newspaper
Lawrence Journal World
Location
Lawrence, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Jul 17, 1950
Page
4
The Wichita Magazine analysis argues federal spending burdens a three person family, costing about 14.23 weekly or 700 annually with 114 going to interest. It explains taxes on corporations and rising prices, and notes the Korean emergency heightens fiscal strain while disputing war blame for government outlays.
The piece notes that new weapons said to be in American hands in Korea are few and may not be fielded this war. It argues war remains hard fighting, with talk of innovations often premature and officials sometimes untrustworthy, prompting public caution and skepticism about hoarding wartime controls. It cites Truman, Wallace, and press opinions.
General MacArthur allowed two news correspondents to return to their jobs in Korea, saying they were old friends. The front line role is dangerous and constrained by strict regulations, yet the American public has a right to know how the war is progressing, and only correspondents can report it.
Investigators digging into alleged Florida gambling operations uncover indications of a large, covert scheme with potential court risk. The inquiry weighs evidence amid confusing and corrupted details, while officials assess links to broader enforcement efforts and national security concerns.
The report reviews Nehru’s mediation offer as a possible route in Korea. It notes Washington and Moscow roles, U.N. framework, and Russia’s aims, while warning uncertain outcomes. It weighs risks of halting the war, and the impact on western allies and regional morale.
A collection of society items from Lawrence detailing Mrs Misa Kathryn Wine hosting a dinner for Miss Jeanette Houk ahead of her nuptials to William Bodin, and multiple engagements, birthdays, visits, and travels among local residents. The piece notes a double wedding, new birth announcements, visits from Chicago and California, and community happenings around Clinton Park, West Hill sewer bids, and upcoming school debates. It includes several names such as Miss Houk, Mrs Lew Mill, Bud Bough, Julius Torneden, Ruth Warren, Frisby Lockard, and many others, with scattered mentions of nearby towns and institutions.
Kansas farmers confront a tight grain storage situation as the Commodity Credit Corporation may lack elevator space after the July 31 1949 loan maturity. Emmet Worner cites three liquidation routes including delivering shelled corn with transport costs, repaying with note and 3 percent interest, or renewing the 1949 corn loan with a 10 cent per bushel storage payment if delivered after July 31 1951. A Farm Storage Facility Loan program offers up to 85 percent of bin cost at 4 percent for five years for storage needs.
A Lawrence Daily Journal World report notes a busy Wednesday in Eudora with a Methodist Ladies quilting session and a noon covered dish luncheon for Mrs Hattie Hale celebrating her 89th birthday. The Salem Evangelical Women’s Society held a July meeting with a covered dish lunch. Circle chairmen announced upcoming gatherings and a candlelit memorial service honored Ruth Kazmaier and Minnie Thoren. Local hospital activities included visits and outings, while Friends churches and Future events at Quaker Haven drew attendees. Community announcements cover election filings in Eudora, with candidates for state representative and local offices, and a Minimus reading project planned by the Heaper Home Demonstration unit.
Washington reports 687,000 homes started in the first half of 1950, the highest six-month total in U S history, with a monthly record of 142,000. Labor statistics warn Korea crisis may alter future output. two schools of thought exist on impact. Also note seed advice urging smart planning for spring seeding.
A dense listing of radio programs across KMBC KMNC KCMO WDAF WREN WRES and other stations with show titles hosts and times, including The Lone Ranger The Henry J. Taylor Show and The Garry Moore Show. The schedule also notes newscasts Band of America and public affairs segments such as American Town Meeting and Let's Talk Business.
O-Rkubla Fran and Ofe O-Telennes are listed alongside Yury Mongay in a station roster. The item reads as a fragment of a television guide or staffing notice with several names and roles unspecified.
Douglas County youth Dee Cox 16, son of Mr and Mrs Glenn Cox Route 4, won a young Hereford steer in the Calf Scramble at the Topeka Rodeo. The calf, weighing 400 to 426 pounds, will be awarded at the Free Fair in Topeka this fall. Dee, a member of KanWake 4 H Club and Liberty Memorial High School FFA, may pursue 4 H projects next year. He also manages wheat, beans and corn plus two dairy projects.
A Chicagoan was caught telling two people entering a night club that television comics are funny only so they think they are. Most of us believe we could do better if given the opportunity.
A stray, fragmentary note about portushy and jam season with references to strawberries and a game called Jove, mentioning darkness. The passage lacks clear context, speakers, or events to anchor a solid news item.
A brief quip by James E. O'Nayon suggesting a brief separation during a vacation to boost appreciation without seeking consolation. It frames a spouse's absence as timely and purposeful rather than punitive or punitive.
Red Cross veterans from World War II have sailed to Korea to work in an evacuation hospital. Three named volunteers Maude Campbell Barbara Hussey and Jean Saylor are joined by potential reinforcements as the Far East director hints at more postings. Nationalists welcome Seventh Fleet on alert in Formosa strait as U.S. plans patrols Gen MacArthur ordered Seventh Fleet planes to patrol the area. The National Geographic Society notes the Greek national costume skirt uses 40 yards of fabric.
A crossword style prompt listing numbered clues and cryptic hints for a puzzle. Includes references to a depicted building, measurement terms, pronouns, Gaelic and artificial language hints, and city names. Ends with a note about a home in Washington.
Mr and Mrs W J Hawkins spent the weekend visiting relatives and returned home Monday evening. Mrs Hawkins is employed in Lawrence. During a two weeks vacation Mr Hawkins plans a trip to some destination before returning.
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