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Newspaper
Lawrence Journal World
Location
Lawrence, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Jul 29, 1948
Page
13
Fragmentary narrative hints at inflation, voter dissatisfaction, and potential Republican gains if Democrats fracture over President Truman's policies. Mentions southern Democrats and a possible split harming the Democratic coalition ahead of November elections.
Government guarantee loans are available for more than 125000 bushels of wheat, over one tenth of the county crop, processed at the agricultural conservation office. George Hutell notes 175 growers have papers prepared, with No 2 grade wheat dominating. The loan rate in county is 2.98 per bushel, below Kansas City No 2 rate, reflecting lower year pricing and strong interest in support loans.
Washington July 29 a senate investigations committee heard testimony this week by Miss Elizabeth Bentley once a communist espionage agent She appeared behind closed doors Tuesday and Wednesday as staff questioned her The inquiry probes communist presence in government jobs and subversive activity. J Lane fined 75 for driving under the influence with license suspended for one year.
Washington July 29 James Marlow reports the poll tax issue dominates Southern states Alabama Louisiana Mississippi South Carolina Texas Virginia New Hampshire where voters must pay to cast ballots. Republicans and Southern Democrats clash over limiting debate as a 1947 House bill to wipe out the tax lingers while Senate filibusters threaten action.
The University of Kansas cappella choir directed by Dean D. M. Swarthout opens its summer appearances with a 7 p.m. Vespers in Hoch auditorium. The program, preceding the Midwestern Music Camp band finale, features 14th century works, Russian selections, Negro spirituals, and contemporary numbers. A string quartet and an 18-cellist ensemble, arranged by Raymond Stuhl, join the program under guest conductor Thor Johnann of the Cincinnati Symphony Orchestra.
Kansas farm work fatalities fell by almost a third over the past five years according to F Fortune president of the state Farmers Union and Kansas Farm Safety Week chairman. The state health board annual figures show 671 deaths in 1947 from farm work versus 874 in 1943, excluding traffic and home deaths. Fortune credits farmer cooperation and safety programs for the drop and notes Kansas leads in accident prevention among states.
Garden City Kansas July 29. City commission to call a special election August 17 to decide on a new 20 year Gas company franchise. The utility offers 3 percent return on gross and a 5 percent cut for domestic and commercial use. Current franchise expires soon as company pushes expansion into growing residential areas. Petitions supported by voters urged commission approval or submission to the people.
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