Unusual Promotion Mark From Pershing Era Revealed
MAL BOYLE recounts sergeant J Norman Lodge who earned a higher rank from General John J. Pershing after a mud spatter incident. Lodge recalls Pershing as a strict but fair commander, praising line discipline and the "Pershing way" in World War I campaigns in Mexico and France.
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Aid program defense shapes European recovery effort
Washington officials defend foreign aid as essential to Europe while rebutting communist claims. The Economic Cooperation Administration notes spending on schools police and fire protection exceeds criticism, with Congress approving 5,055,000 and new funding announced by Hoffman for loans and grants.
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Wichita School Board Adopts Budget Near 8.6 Million
The Wichita board of education tentatively adopts a 8.6 million dollar budget for the coming school year with a 3.29 mill levy and a July hearing date set for August 2. The plan includes minimum 300 dollar annual raises for 760 teachers and a ten cent per hour increase for custodial staff. Recurring supervisor funds and other specific line items are noted.
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Wichita Board of Education
May Hit Record Mark Jets To Germany Invasion News
May hit record mark jets to Germany reported by London and Washington amid plans for air strength in Europe. US fighters of the 38th wing, previously in Panama, to be reassembled in Europe and flown to Berlin after arrival at Wiesbaden. British press notes possible dismantling and a training mission context with 60 American B-29s elsewhere.
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Drunkenness and traffic fines from yesterday’s police court
Clyde Wilmoth a Werat Virginian was fined 10 dollars by Judge Cyme in police court for drunkenness and jailed in default. Richard W. Henry posted 25 dollar bond on drunkenness charge but failed to appear. Albright on a traffic charge paid 14 dollars for speeding and running a stop sign and fleeing a turn at Ridith and Massaachusetts streets. Marne Murray paid a dollar fine for a U turn at Ridith and Massaachusetts streets.
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Charce
GE. Albright
Atahatis Street
Judie J. Lane
Polierecourt
Gillin
Marne Murray
Arkaness
Ridith
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Fined 320 Elmer Bates at Nethervat Street Court
A brief court record notes Elmer Bates was fined 320 at the Nethervat Street court on a day when he pleaded guilty to the charge. The item mentions Judge J Lane and the location as part of the municipal proceedings.
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Seek Film Careers Teo Kansas 4 H Club Girls Have Motion Picture
In Worhita Kansas on July 20, two Kansas 4 H Club girls, Young and Barbara Winfield, were interviewed by movie star Racher Take. They were among 24 of about 100 applicants selected for interviews. Four of the 24 will go to Hollywood for screen tests for The Green Promise, a movie linked to a company Paige partners with.
Practical wedding wisdom from a seasoned observer
An experienced voice reflects on wedding etiquette and logistics. Notes the burden of early invites, guest counts, and last minute gifts, stressing courteous timing, clear communications, and careful planning to ease the process for hosts and guests alike.
Flight of Benes' Military Aide Reported
A top Czech general fled to the American occupation zone in Germany. Hasal served as Eduard Benes's military aide and adviser, a role outranking the defense minister. Benes resigned last month and was replaced by Clement Gottwald, the Communist leader. Officials note the adviser held high influence in the presidency.
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Czechoslovakia
Germany
Hasal
Eduard Benes
Clement Gottwald
Second Offense For Car In Police Custody Over Liquor Violation
Topeka July 20 an old car Tecentiv confiscated in connection with a liquor law violation. Shawnee county sheriff seized the vehicle again after the Topeka Police observed the car last night. Officers followed the car after spotting the driver and acting on suspicions.
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