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Newspaper
Lawrence Journal World
Location
Lawrence, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Jul 26, 1950
Page
4
The 1930 census cut Kansas from eight to seven and 1940 reduced it to six. The 1952 election would require five districts or five at large representatives, triggering expected controversy in the 1951 legislature.
Waves of attack strike American defenses in Korea, forcing retreats and trading space for time. Without depth and reserves, defenders cannot hold, as the invaders threaten a quick decision. In southeastern Korea, Western powers test resilience against Asian manpower.
The piece argues officials show little disappointment over UN inaction. It suggests major powers favored intervention yet act slowly. It warns that patient Washington stance may mask the severity of the emergency and that long war has battered nations and the will to act.
A Norwegian publicist reports Prime Minister Gertrudsen urged Moscow to press Stalin for peace in Korea. The appeal, addressed to Stalin, was described as vain as Western powers face heavy losses and Soviet influence shapes the conflict.
Public figures argue a general war loom requires ready defense. They advocate concluding the long-delayed peace treaty with Japan to bolster defensive power and prevent or delay conflict in the Pacific. An American occupation force alone could not defend Japan. Unity of nations facing communist aggression could avert war.
The current rise in prices extends to surplus commodities as uncertainty fuels hoarding and panic buying. Authorities warn that such actions can trigger federal controls and black market activity, a pattern seen in many countries during emergencies. Registration in Lawrence highlights the need for more polling places, while New Mexico faces a flood of water and a flood control campaign. Pentagon watchers stay calm as Far East tensions persist. Rural Free Delivery routes link to many 1950 car owners in Lyon County, shows farmers buying high end models.
A review argues democracies shift from welfare to costly rearmament in response to threats from Moscow and the Korean conflict. It warns of a Weiss like divide and conquer and urges quick mobilization, noting sacrifices at home as Americans back Allied defense and Korea aid.
Welfare costs in the county totaled 16888 dollars, down 800 from the prior month. Local cane load stood at 332 last month as a series of community happenings and travel plans filled the week. A child, a son, was born to Kermit Laughlin of Vinland. A guest conductor will join the K. Ly music camp tomorrow. The D Dean family plans a Arkansas Ozarks visit. Lone Star Lake opens to fishermen at 5 am. A major trip to New York is planned by J. H. Mitchell family to see daughters Margaret and Annie. Charles Wilson returns from Excelsior Springs with Mrs. Wilson for medical care. Henderson Martin travels in Kansas City on business. Frank L. Lacy of Phoenix visits the Everett home. Local singers Leona Baumgartner Wilma Miller plan a Chicago trip to RaVina Park for summer operas and plays with friends.
Forty years ago in a Who's Who in America edition, two hundred Kansans included, with Lawrence residents named among them. The item notes Solomon Johnson hosting neighbors at a grove party, D. Kennard buying 1213 Vermont Street for a new house, and mentions Mr and Mrs Kennard as parents of Mrs A Ry Ken. It also records Winkleman and Lottie F. Conk wedding in Kansas City and the marriage details.
Twenty five years ago a two day Emancipation Day celebration was planned by local colored residents for next Friday and Saturday at Woodland Park. The event featured a large urban social program with community leaders coordinating activities and a focus on cultural heritage.
The Air Force announced a plan to build a young officer corps from college trained men. Applicants for aviation cadet pilot training must meet strict age, citizenship, health, and vision standards and pass an examination. Graduates receive commissions and three years active duty, with options for regular commissions, while navigator training follows similar rules. Contact Sgt. Martin W. Love at the Lawrence recruiting station for enlistment details.
A crossword style clue set lists across and down entries with numbers and partial hints. It mentions long necked animal and various wordplay items, including directions and names. The grid appears themed by linguistic clues and word forms across multiple lengths.
Puzzle page entry lists a series of clues and answers. Group 36 to 41 and 42 to 47 mark numbered items, including nina, gd, Winnows, Coconut fiber, Sea eagle, Pitcher, Highway edged, and Tantalum symbol. The fragmentary notes suggest a crossword style grid with chemical symbol Ta and various definitions.
Seventeen day residents seek party nominations for state and county offices in the upcoming primary. Notable candidates include K Melvin for lieutenant governor, Frank T. Sullivan for state insurance commissioner, Charles D. Shoah and C. C. Gerstenberger as state representatives, Elmer Ousdahl for county commissioner, Mitton P. Allen for county attorney, Travis E. Glass for sheriff, T. R. Gerhart for county clerk, and Mary Ellen Simmons for district court clerk. The field also features Emma Semple Berg for county schools superintendent and Dr. F. S. Deem for county coroner, with other incumbents seeking reelection.
A dense listing of radio program slots across WREN WDAF KMBC KCMO KMBC KMPC WDAP WDAF and others. It catalogs shows like Hands of Time and Jack Berch plus news blocks with Allen Franktia Garry Moore and Johnny Dollar. The long grid notes time slots from early morning to late evening and mentions various hosts such as Caroline Elle Wendy Warren and Arthur Godfrey.
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