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Newspaper
Lawrence Journal World
Location
Lawrence, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Jul 17, 1958
Page
2
A reflective essay laments looming global tensions and the prospect of a new war while recalling World War I songs and memories. It contrasts the carefree past with present dread, noting reservists, veterans, and families facing uncertainty and the shrinking world.
A garbled note shows Paul Douglas criticized for stubborn style and nonconformity. A mural-like sign on his office wall proclaims harsh rules for public life, warning against accepting expensive gifts and urging integrity among lawmakers.
A historical exhortation urges citizens to share entertainment costs, shed income sources that conflict with public duties, avoid pressuring officials over delayed rulings, refrain from tax and criminal entanglements, and broaden political campaign financing to prevent single groups bearing all costs. It laments Sen. Douglas’s lack of high‑level visitors stopping to consider the sign.
An analysis compares Nasser to Tito, arguing he seeks Arab leadership and oil profit by hedging between East and West. It notes his aim for independence without full alignment with either side, aided by oil reserves and sales to the United States, while cautioning about long-term independence prospects.
A collage of 1940s items including Truman appointing Maj. Gen. Hershey to lead selective service, Philippines moving capital to Quezon City, deaths in Kansas and Ohio, sports notes on Marilyn Smith and Didrickson Zaharias, city tidbits on taxes and sewers, education hires at KU, divorce filing for Aimee Semple McPherson, rail freight counts, newspaper shortages, and local civic opinions on Kaw Beach development.
A religious snippet from Luke 7 5 appears on today page noting faith and national protection. The fragment emphasizes divine safeguard for the nation.
Column questions hero worship after Bob Cerv's jaw injury and return to play. Writer notes Cerv's strike of jaw during a clash, his quick return, and a flood of publicity that may overstate heroism while urging restraint and avoiding nationalistic fury or force.
The piece argues the United States could impose order in the Middle East by force, potentially toppling leaders like Mr Nasser if needed. It questions long term goals, risks of arming conflict, and whether oil interests justify military action versus pursuing a sustainable policy.
AP News reports wages and consumer prices continue to rise despite recession and Eisenhower's call for restraint. Government pay raises totaling about 144 billion dollars annualized go into effect, with hints the inflationary spiral may ease though unions press for new boosts.
The feature salutes Milton Berle as a landmark show business figure with decades of stage and TV success. It recalls early career moves, notable jokes, and the creator’s influence from vaudeville to television, including USO tours and a White House encounter.
Hal Boyle reports from Kansas City on how moonlit open-air productions like the Starlight Theater in Swope Park draw 20 000 customers on peak nights, rival Broadway in scope for a fraction of the cost, with top stars and world premieres like Tom Sawyer drawing critics from New York and Chicago. The venture relies on a 600 000 dollar yearly budget and sponsorship from seven firms, facing weather risks as its biggest obstacle.
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