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Lawrence Journal World

Location

Lawrence, Kansas, United States of America

Date

Jul 18, 1951

Page

1

Progress at Cease-Fire Talks in Korea

Allied and red envoys reached agreement on two agenda items for the cease-fire but a major unresolved point blocks start of actual armistice talks. United Nations announced after the session in Kaesong, with C. Turner Joy accepting communists wording on two items. Brig. Gen. William Nuckols noted cautious relief as the allied view was presented.

Seoul Korea United Nations C. Turner Joy U. N William Nuckols U. S. Air Force Nuckols Kaesong Admiral Joy Roemabera Cate

Quiet at the Front Army Reports First Day With No American Killed

The U S Eighth Army reported that in the 24 hours ending at 5 p m yesterday no American was killed in combat the first time in the war the average has been 30 Americans killed in action daily. A wart patrol near Inje collided with a Chinese patrol wounding several. Vinland Grange members are asked to bring food and clothing for flood stricken families to the Grange hall tomorrow afternoon Mrs Arthur Hammond leads the relief effort with distribution at Vinland Union Church services Sunday at 8 p m and at Vinland High School auditorium donations accepted then.

U. S. Eighth Army of Inje Washington Vinland Grange Chicago Denver Fort. Worth Havre Kantea City

Care of Machinery on Farms in Precautionary Warnings

Farmers warned to take precautions re entering damaged fields. Do not move tractors or water equipment that could worsen drainage. Water movement may affect drainage early stages. If any work is needed, prioritize safe, simple repairs and avoid risky actions until proper assessment is done.

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Truman Describes Two State Flood as Worst Seen

President Truman, describing the Kansas Missouri and Oklahoma floods as the worst disaster, flies back to Washington after touring the stricken region. He signs a $25 million Hood relief bill within hours and orders federal and state officials to act swiftly to alleviate suffering and rebuild.

Truman Washington Kansas-Missouri-Oklahoma Wilson Grandview Independence St. Louis Ae City

City relaxes zoning rules to aid flood victims in North Lawrence

The city commission approved a temporary easing of one family dwelling zoning restrictions to allow rentals for flood victims. The measure lasts while the emergency persists, aiding homeless families as rehabilitation or relocation proceeds. Officials urged North Lawrence residents to obtain utilities only after proper authorization. Major Hagar reported no current water shortage and outlined ongoing emergency readiness. The board to curate items for the historical room in the new city building was authorized but appointments are not yet made.

City Commission North Lawrence Chris Kraft Hagar Lawrence Sion City Mana Mem Historical Society City

Red Cross opens disaster rehabilitation office downtown

The American Red Cross opened a disaster rehabilitation office today in the Community building basement. Applicants for aid to replace flood losses should use the far west entrance on the Park Street side, with two case workers, including Mrs. Hilda Bliss Dobbins, assisting local residents in Lawrence.

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Hariman Arrives Amid Fear of Outburst in Tehran

Tehran officials sought U S embassy restraint on Hariman movements amid an uneasy city after a bloody anti Harriman protest Sunday tied to the oil dispute. Jeeps with police escorted the special envoy to meetings with Premier Mossadegh and other officials as he planned to address the jaw senate later.

Tehran Iran U.S W. Averell Harriman Truman Harriman Mohammed Mossadegh Jaw Senate

Roadway conditions improve but remain restricted

County Engineer Joe Rice reported progress on the local highway situation, with several known waterlogged roads still blocked or impassable. He urged travelers to use common sense and avoid routes with standing water, and advised calling the sheriff for updated traffic information.

Joe Rice Rice Sheriff's Office Co 59 Ottawa Xanthy Kirkpatrick

Limited Water Service Soon in North Lawrence

City water chief Major C Hagar said two thirds of river pumping station capacity and three wells at the water plant area are operating. First water to North Lawrence should flow tomorrow morning pending valve access. High chlorine residual will be in the supply and boiling is advised for cooking on the north side only.

North Lawrence C. Hagar City Sugar Water Super Intendent Wae Emery Hagar Second Locust Street Venth Elim Street Walnut Street Tom Smart Derby Lawrence Art Kansas City Smart Topeka Farmers Elevator Eudora Mills Wakarusa

Moves To Aid The Flooded Regions

The federal government moved to rush aid to flood stricken Kansas Missouri and nearby areas. President Truman toured waterlogged states and pledged quick action. Water levels rose and fell across Missouri and Kansas with damage estimated well over 750 million dollars and 23 deaths reported.

Kansas City Kansas Missouri Eat ‘Truman Charles E. Wilson Defense Motion Wid Key Federal Als Ps City Oklahoma Mississippi St. Louis Morton Meyer

Current Off Until All Buildings Are Inspected

North Lawrence residents and businesses will have power shut off until city authorities inspect each building and approve fixtures. T Hough of Power and Light says two line crews have cleared all projects and most rural service is restored. Some areas remain affected by water and will take weeks to return to permanent service.

North Lawrence T. Hough As Power and Light Company Hough Jose Willard Willard Which Might He Ve Eted In Cer Rh Ig Mie Hough de Soto Easae

Kaw Valley Seen as Guinea Pig for War Damage Rehab

The Kaw Valley area faces drastic wheat losses as drought and floods reduce yields to 15 20 bushels per acre. Officials compare flood damage to a wartime bombardment, proposing Department of Defense tests to gauge reconstruction tempo using local water damage as a model.

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Flood Rain Slows Kansas Elevators Repair Efforts

Rain drenches northeastern Kansas with up to near two inches as flood damage worsens. Elevators across Douglas and nearby counties report partial operation, with warehouses in Lawrence Derby and Eudora flooded. Rail lines and grain terminals remain waterlogged, delaying wheat shipments and storage recovery. Local elevators struggle to re open while farmers face sprouted grain and damaged infrastructure.

Douglas County Coun Dama Hood Water Bowersock Elevator Derby Grain Lawrence Eudora Jackman The Journal-World Today Kaw

Army Engineers to Help

London reports Britain backs Greece and Turkey joining NATO after extensive study. Foreign Secretary Morrison told the House of Commons the United States had pressed for inclusion of the two Mediterranean nations, while Britain weighed the Middle East defense implications and sought the best approach.

London Great Britain Greece Turkey North Atlantic Treaty Organization NATO Herbert Morrison House of Commons Britain United States Morrison Middle East

One of Eight Main Bases in Flood Region

Gov Edward Arn's disaster relief committee in Topeka outlines a 10 point program to rebuild Kansas after the worst flood in state history. Federal loans at three percent over ten years would aid individuals, with RC coordination and state sub divisions receiving matching funds for roads bridges and housing needs.

Topeka Kan Edward F. Arn Telief Committee Fiver Tion A Spen Torig Maphaiten Ad Solna Shegciex Vite Sei Tiet Red Cross Kansas City Kansas Disaster Relief Committee Arthur J. Stanley Jr Dolph Simons Lawrence Jonax Graber Laird Dean Cat Sentral Palay Hag Poe Kansas Marais Des Cygnes Neosho Eimery

River Still Falling In Flood Cleanup At Lawrence

Army engineers set up an office in Lawrence to coordinate cleanup after the Kaw River flood, aiding Douglas and Jefferson counties. Units will mobilize with radiomen to assess needs. Captain Wollard says officials will lead the effort, not a takeover, as local crews begin repairs to levees bridges and flood walls. Continued on page 2.

Army Engineers Lawrence Kaw River Eanice Eesat Eighth Vermont Streets Douglas Jefferson Counties Kansaska Manhattan Junction City Lina Aie Corpe Cts Alot Ras City Spd Kaw Wes LawrTence Ord Wollard Ivan

SEEKS NEW PREMIER FOR FRANCE

Finance Minister Maurice Petsche failed in a week long bid to form a French cabinet. President Vincent Auriol must seek another candidate as party leaders haggle over issues including whether parliament should fund Roman Catholic schools.

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