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Newspaper
Lawrence Journal World
Location
Lawrence, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Jul 21, 1949
Page
1
Classified note outlines subscription rates for adjoining counties and single issues, with annual and monthly prices including a six year option. Mentions republication rights and AP news distribution. Includes a religious verse from Thessalonians and a publication disclaimer.
Rep Scrivner argues the proposed low rent housing programs shift costs to taxpayers while private construction in Kansas City expands to meet demand. He says rents will be subsidized to about 25 to 250 dollars monthly, with owners and governments sharing losses, as government housing plans offer political points more than practical relief.
Hutchinson News-Herald reporter Yarris recalls summering in France with freedom of movement. From Clermont Ferrand he describes a grand congress of fencing featuring Italian and Spanish champions, the ex-champion of France, the Belgian next up, and a Minnesota champion. The prize was 5000 francs about £15.80. He attended the show for 27 cents, left before it ended, and notes French fencing used wired electricity with vest tails that lit a light and rang a bell when touched, likening it to a pinball machine.
The proposed 50 million dollar aid to Spain faces demands for a domestic reform program and questions about government legitimacy. Economists argue aid should follow a Spanish plan, while some experts note allied aid precedents with the Soviet and British governments. The move aims to ease Spain into Western defense coordination. Sir Stafford Cripps and Ernest Bevin are reported to be convalescing on the continent.
The article notes a transition from the folded overseas cap to a flat, visored cap as standard military headgear. It praises the eye protection of the long visor, cites naval use at sea, and mentions utility in sunny climates, while recalling eye trouble caused by earlier caps.
The piece cites Wilma Morrison of the Portland Oregonian warning teachers misstate their case and harm recruitment. She cites a Reader's Digest condensed School Bulletin article noting a pervasive malaise in teaching, with public disregard and awkward salary comparisons to lure young people away.
In a tirade against government intervention and political spending, writers accuse Price control advocates of a monopoly on managing supply and demand. They urge anti trust action, warn of tax burdens on farmers and newborns, and call for removing spenders and fixer from payroll to reduce government waste and debt.
Elwyn Pearson devised a method to remove wasps by lighting gasoline in a gas pipe used as a fence brace. A fireball burned him and caused burns requiring hospital care. The incident occurred as wasps had been stinging his stock in the pasture.
Ten boys aged from a to 10 will star in a Goal-Hi basketball event in Fowler grove Tuesday with Dr. F C Alen, founder of Goal-Hi, in charge. Teams include Tom Jones, Steve Ellsworth, Jimmy Kistler, Ray Boardman, Frank Davis, David Sommerville, Horton Lee Fox, Donald Schanke, Kenneth Ochrie and Charles Uehrie.
Twenty five years ago Mrs R C Jackman and children Katherine Jean and Franklin and Mrs Anna Wood left by car for Estes Park and Buena Vista Colorado to spend the summer. Mr and Mrs George Wise announce the birth of a daughter Helen June on July 18. Mrs Wise is the former Miss Gladys Piper. Mrs Esther Clark Hill is spending-
An extensive survey to determine value and news of Kansas will start this summer under Prof E Haworth of the state geological survey. The report notes a day study initiative and seeks to gauge significance across the state.
The piece discusses top level talks in Washington with Britain and Canada on atomic dealings. It cites Howard Blakeslee’s view that Britain and Russia likely have theoretical know how, while the United States holds the industrial edge. It argues national security hinges on industrial capability, not sole knowledge.
Hugoton Kansas July 21 CP Fred S Kreutzer 32 a local building contractor was killed about 1030 pm when the car he was driving struck a parked truck six miles north of Hugoton Officers said the truck belonged to W A Cook of Elkhart Kan The notice also includes a vacation subscription promo for the Journal World with a phone order line.
Newsweek reports President Truman gave a mock Medal Operation Union Station to Maj. Gen. Harry H. Vaughn after a July 6 incident with reporters about five percenters and his Guatemala vacation. Vaughn declined comment on a congressional probe and noted each participant paid their own fare.
The fourth district Kansas newspaper editors will meet October 22 at the University of Wichita. Henry B. Jameson, Abilene Reflector Chronicle business manager and district president, announced the date. The program includes a printing plant tour luncheon attendance at the Wichita South Dakota football game displays and a banquet.
Fragmentary crossword style clues list many entries across numbers and symbols. Readable parts show terms like Nevada city and Greek god, but overall text is garbled with missing words and OCR errors, preventing a coherent event or story.
Washington July 21 Mrs Georgia Neese Clark the first woman treasurer of the United States became keeper of a sum reported as the largest ever held in a woman s custody 27 124 541 375 78 dollars The amount includes paper money silver coins and government securities in vaults with six accountants certifying the custody to two thirds of a cent The figure surpasses World War I era debt and nears a fraction of current total debt
McPherson County reports a population drop to 23,260, with McPherson city up by four residents. Tangible valuation stands at $58,375,585 and total tangible value $12,375,956. Oil, gas, and refinery property add $13,234,170, up $11,500. Greenland note appears as unrelated history.
Radio programs listed for KMBC KCMO WDAP WDAN WDDAF WDAPF and others. Includes news casts at 6 30 PM and 9 00 PM plus various music segments and specials. Notable entries include The Tonight Show style segments and For Men Only at 3 30 PM and Moonmat on KCMO.
Six performers from the Mid Western Music camp entertain veterans at Witter General Hospital in Topeka this evening. Arranged by camp officials and the Red Cross, the group includes Dale Moore and Joan Walker vocalists, Sylvia Jack Walker cornetist, Marceline Mo Evelyn Brown pianist, Caney Sally Adams violinist, Hutchinson, with Goldabelle Noland Dodge City as accompanist. Two trios are staged each camp session, says Russell L. Wiley, director, and the group plans to return next week.
A note recalls that modern etiquette should guide both engagement announcements and wedding invitations, emphasizing respectful language, clear details, and considerate phrasing for all guests. The guidance stresses polite, inclusive wording and proper formatting in social announcements.
Readers discuss how to handle names after divorce including using Mrs maiden name for announcements and invitations. Advice urges avoiding Miss for divorcées with children, preferring Mrs before a new surname and giving daughter full name, plus guidance on addressing letters with prefixes for clarity.
An ad from Stowits Rewalt Drug Store touts Teol as a powerful athlete's foot remedy. It claims deep penetration from an undiluted steohol base and offers a one hour relief guarantee or a 35c refund. The spot emphasizes quick germ killing on contact.
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