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Lawrence Journal World

Location

Lawrence, Kansas, United States of America

Date

Jul 21, 1952

Page

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Tehachapi Earthquake Kills At Least 11 In California

A violent earthquake struck Tehachapi and much of California before dawn, leveling buildings and causing at least 11 deaths with a rising injury toll. Rescue teams and military police from Edwards Air Force Base aided sheriff's deputies as hospitals filled, power outages spread, and communications collapsed across the stricken region.

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Democrats Open 31st Convention

Report describes the opening of the Democrats 31st convention in Chicago with delegates, remarks on platform uncertainty, mentions Frank Mekunnen and other party figures, and notes tensions over civil rights and committee actions as the event unfolds.

Joe Stesensan Fon Texas

Second Tremor Possible in California Says Seismologist

A top seismologist from California Institute of Technology warned Monday that another large quake could strike within hours in the general Menday area. The expert noted past quakes of similar magnitude sometimes recur within 24 to 56 hours, warning residents of potential ongoing seismic risk.

PA Dena Calif Maenday’s Reniolf California Instiute of Technology

Stock Market Update and Vacation Mail Subscription Pitch

The market shows the ISDEX closing at 106.6 with a gain of 2 points across 60 stocks. A journal subscription offers daily mail delivery so a transcriber will provide content while you are away. For more details, call 22-Ads. A note on Rodin’s cars and a separator line appears in the fragment.

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Steel Cup dispute underlying Murray Picket and WH policies

Unclear statements describe a labor dispute involving Murray, Phi Mares Steelwork, and steel firms. Union and management leaders including President Joe, Charles White, and John Morse discuss settlement, union shop acceptance, and potential walkouts amid threatened strikes and policy positions.

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Parry O Brien Sets New Olympic Shot Record

Parry O’Brien, the confident Southern California shot putter, broke the Olympic record with a 57-1.43 performance in the finals. The big American led a strong field as fellow U.S. sprinters faced delays in the heats. American contingent dominated the event, with several finalists advancing to the final round.

O'Brien California

Steel leaders vote to strike amid CIO United Steelworkers strike vote

The CIO United Steelworkers and industry leaders faced a unanimous vote on Monday to strike as steel workers endorsed a union shop plan, pledging to carry on the struggle. Philip Murray and CIO officials accused Bethlehem Steel of repudiating a June agreement, after a committee statement pledged determination and unity across coasts.

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Nine escape from Jackson County jail in daring break

Nine prisoners fled from the Jackson County jail in downtown Kansas City after using acetylene torches to cut through steel doors on the 1th floor. A jailer was tied up as the inmates escaped to the ground floor, then vanished. One accused killer, Joseph Nastasia Jr., 25, had been held on murder charges linked to a service station manager slaying. Short recapture efforts followed the audacious break.

Kersom Scipy Jackson County Kansas Poline Joseph Sia J Truman Shorty Patrick Ruane Mier Nastasio Kansas City Ganghind Nastasia San

Registration Office Hours Extended Through July

The Registration office at City Hall will stay open until 10 p.m. daily except Sunday through July. Registration books close at 10 p.m. on July 2. Register as early as possible to avoid delays.

City Hall Noth Tegister

City acquires four sites for municipal parking lots

The City Commission buys four lots three owned and one leased to create two of three planned municipal parking areas. Purchases include Vermont Street parcels in the 900 block valued at 600 dollars and property involving Mrs. F Glena Lianos and others. The leased Cities Service Jet property at 6th and Vermont is set for a 10 year lease at one dollar annually with termination by notice.

City Commission Vermont Street F Glena Lianos Maud ‘Ar Clarence W. "Tames Cilick 6Th Lawrence Cites Col Altorney Jim Wigglesworth Wigglesworth Cit Cities Service Co Oi Lawrence

Allied drive stalls Reds at crest near Chorwan front

Military reports say Allied forces engage near Chorwan in Korea as heavy artillery and infantry clash. Casualties are noted with heavy shelling and renewed efforts to push through a disputed no man’s land as the crest briefly comes under fire.

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Kansas Peace Officers School opens at KU with 125 officers

Kansas Attorney General Harald F. Fatzer urged required law respect and better training for officers at the sixth annual Kansas Peace Officers Training School opening at Kansas University. About 125 officers from 46 cities attend as Fatzer called for civil service status and higher pay. He proposed a sustaining financing method from insurance premiums and urged continued legislative support.

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Koshare Indian Dancers Thrill 2000 at Haskell Stadium

About 2000 spectators watched the Koshare Indians of La Junta present a vibrant Indian dancing program at Haskell Stadium. Highlights included the Ghost Dance and a dramatic Dying Eagle finale with torchbearer and radiant costumes. The La Junta Boy Scouts shared in the display as Teepre tents and ceremonial lodges framed the performance.

Mint la Junta Conn Haskell Stadium Claw

Blood Drive Seeks Donors For Korea War Aid

A Red Cross Bloodmobile visit at the Community Building aims to collect at least 30 pints to aid wounded soldiers in Korea. The drive runs Tuesday from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Volunteer staff include nurses, technicians, canteen workers, and numerous volunteers fromlocal groups. donors aged 18 to 90 in good health are urged to call for registration. Transportation home is provided for donors.

Red Cross Kansas City Stanley Hipp Juunior Chamber of Commerce Jim Hotchkiss Jack Starkey Donald Hun Singer c Jack Harris Bloodmobile Itaval John Heaton O. Scott Morgan Baldwin Betty Wakeman Moore Margaret Wilhelm Ruth Olmsted Scofield G. E. Manahan Edward Bishop Lena Barnes S. W. Gilcchrist Walter A. Johns William Nichols A. E. Woestermeyer J. E. Robb Karl Kreider George Noland N. W. Storer May Gardner Ora Capenter W. C. Boardman Volumieris Harvey Booth W. H. Ruese Dwight Mulford Ho BL Chubb Clarence Schaake Bill Bodin Motor Corps Hugh Crawford John Brand Jone Weikel HW. T. Bodin

Federal stamps issued for three coin operated devices in Wichita

Federal tax stamps were issued for three coin operated gambling devices belonging to the iVets Club at 211 Fast Washington St Francis Kas. Records at the internal revenue office show the totals. City hall reported total registrations at 8 691 this morning with 69 new registrants Saturday down from 103 Friday. City Clerk Harold Fisher blamed the dip on downtown establishments closing Saturday afternoon. Sergeant William R Otto of Tonganoxe Vie Route 1 was among 32 Kansans set to arrive in San Diego aboard the General M Meigs from Korea.

Wichita iVets Club Fast Washington St. Francis Kas Collector of Internal Revenue Harold Fisher Korea William R. Otto San Diego Calif WSNS M. C. Meigs

Weather Outlook for Kanyze-vier

Partial OCR reports a two day forecast for Kanyze-vier noting partly cloudy conditions on Monday night and Tuesday. Temperature changes include a low Monday night around 28 or 50, with a high Tuesday near 80. Northwest and southwest wind shifts are mentioned with regional variation.

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