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Newspaper
Lawrence Journal World
Location
Lawrence, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Jul 30, 1948
Page
2
London July 30 American track and field stars led by a dominant U S squad dominated early events. Records fell as sprinters and hurdlers posted fast times while divers and swimmers posted notable showings. Medal hopes rose for the United States amid strong performances by several college and university athletes.
The state director of selective service reported widespread draft registration issues. Officials noted many registrants were not at home when contacted, delaying procedures. The article mentions university students and county boards, with emphasis on wartime testing and residency verification during July in Topeka and references to KU terms.
The nine week summer term closes today with master degrees awarded and bachelor degree recipients also honored by President Rees H. Moore. Dr Harold B. Moore of Kansas City Magelon’s led the commencement exercises as the event marked the end of the session.
Plans reveal a new three story bank block with a 22 foot lobby, eight teller booths, a vault and ample storage. The project, by Constant Construction, includes directors conference room, officers quarters for Burcham Kuhne Glagson Schaal Wiseman and Abele, and a large employee lounge. Bank history notes Washington Hadley founded the institution with J D Rowersock later leading until 1922 when Irving Hil became president.
Terrion reports two records tied by Am ented athletes in Los Angeles meets. Roy Coehrin, a father of five, narrowly edged in the long jump and a Czech athlete set an old record. Rune Larsson and Wath of Town led sprint feats. Keith Care ter defeated Jany in a 27.6 event as Emil Zatopek dominated distance. Vern McGrew, Rice, and George Stanich competed in high jump rounds. a rare American failure to win the high jump occurred.
Wheat harvest extends into late July as combines operate around Emporia Kansas. Rain and storms delayed progress at Red Chief wheat owned by A E Winter southeast of Emporia while others in Lyon County pressed on. Markets meanwhile showed a late rally in New York as stock prices clawed back from early losses.
Interior Secretary Krug outlines 1944 wildfowl regulations. western states gain longer seasons and larger bag limits while central and eastern statesKeepers maintain existing rules. Daily and possession limits vary by species. wood duck and other birds have restricted seasons in several states. The plan bases limits on flyway surveys and breeding studies with specific dates and regional adjustments.
Lawrence work praised for boosting maximum water flow by over 30 percent and cutting pumping power costs about 15 percent. Topeka officials will watch a demonstration by the firm finishing a 1000,000 foot Lawrence main cleaning, aiming for an extensive future contract pending satisfactory results.
F Hakuraan emerging as incumbent friendly to Kansas legislature, former house member and speaker. He sharpens ties with research department studies and campaign in eastern counties. he was wounded in World War I. He will wrap up canvass in eastern districts on Tuesday and Monday.
Bert M. Daniels admitted three counts of first degree murder in municipal court. Judge H. H. Schlettler bound him over to the Grand Jury without bond, after Daniels faced the bench handcuffed and unshaven. Victims named were John Niebel, his wife, and their daughter. Daniels faces trial in September for related charges in the Nichels case.
Emporia Kansas July 30 the postoffice is ready for a record stamp rush as William Allen White commemorative stamps go on sale first day cancellations draw stamp collectors from around the world. Over six extra staff work on envelopes. Kella Clymer El Dorado Times editor will speak at luncheon where Mrs William Allen White will receive the first plate of stamps. Nelson Bo Wemsel secretary third assistant postmaster general to present. Rep Ed Rees and others expected.
The Rev. A. M. Sippel of the First Christian church will speak at the union church service in South Park at 8 o clock Sunday evening. The topic is The Christ Who Enturbs. The Rev. BR. W. Albert of Trinity Lutheran church will conduct the royal sacrament, with Kenneth Walker singing solo accompanied by Mrs. Maurice Clarkson. If rain, service moves to Trinity Lutheran church.
Tomorrow is the final date for reinstating National Service Life Insurance without a medical exam. Sherwin L Derby of the Veterans Administration said Lawrence VA office will stay open tomorrow afternoon to process reinstatement applications. Veterans whose insurance has lapsed may reinstate by paying two monthly premiums on a comparative health basis, and should provide their insurance number when applying.
Mrs Marian L Meuffels of Endora Route 2 sues Constant Construction Company claiming internal injuries abrasions and shock from a March 18 sidewalk trip over a sable on East Ninth Street The petition seeks 826150.50 in damages and cites the incident in Topeka.
J B Wilson, chairman of the Douglas County Republican committee, seeks reelection as precinct committeeman for the first precinct of the second ward area west of Massachusetts Street between Ninth and Eleventh streets. He has led the party since 1933 with a period of illness in 1942-35 filled by George Marquardt, and has opposed factionalism while urging active participation in primaries and general elections, noting Douglas County often yields the highest Republican majorities in Kansas.
Washington July 30 Senator Reed admires the campaign strategy of Dewey and asks for details on enrollment at the Dewey University of Politics. He cites Brownell as campaign manager for Gov. Thomas E Dewey and quotes Brownell on politics and his own amateur experience.
July 30 Birmingham reports two miners killed and at least one injured in a Tennessee Coal Iron and Railroad Edgewater mine blast. Scene reports cite 9:20 a.m. CST blast, with ambulances ferrying workers to hospitals and officials unsure of the final death toll.
Memorial Hospital records show multiple admissions and births. Names include Wanda Edmonds Ann Martin Betty Wigring Donia Der thick Nada Hutchingen Betty Ireland Gertrud Zimmerman Lou Ida DeWolfe Conrad Tongannsie Garion Danielson and baby Frank Owen York Linwourt Marie Beers H Bolvey John H Verburg L E Murray Percy Parsons Vernon Miel and spouses with sons and daughters noted yesterday and today.
Former Oklahoma City resident Kerr secured the Democratic nomination with 168,861 votes as official returns certified Kerr over Gomer Smith. Kerr will face Rep. Ross Rister in the November general election. Also reported, a mill fire in Pitcher, Oklahoma caused an estimated loss and a rebuild cost seen at about 100000.
A crowded, rough OCR market note blends stock quotes with agricultural prices. It mentions Chicago wheat and corn trends, Kansas City and Chicago grain, livestock receipts, and prices on butter, eggs, turkeys, and ducks. The fragmentary text lists several crops, market terms, and regional quotes without a clear single event.
The Lawrence National Bank building at 647 Massachusetts Street closes for remodeling, forcing tenants to relocate. Asher, Gorrill and Asher will move to the Standard Life Building at Eighth and Vermont. Richard Stevens and John Brand will take second floor front offices at 738 Massachusetts Street. Credit Bureau of Lawrence moves to Carpenters' Hall at 71 Massachusetts Street. Corlett J. Cotton and Vinton Warner will set up at Cotton's residence, 645 Mississippi Street. Forrest Jackson, L. R. Johnson, and W. S. Griesa have not arranged temporary space.
Elizabeth Bentley, former communist, testified to a Senate committee that the party had at least one government contact who could pull strings to place members. She said she joined the Communist party in 1935 and went underground for the party in 1935. The scene also notes visitors from five states at the seventh annual bluestem cattlemen’s roundup in Emporia Kansas with about 4500 attendees. Scarlet, a former Kansas State Teachers College athlete, replaced Tom Dorney who resigned after 20 years.
The day on Wall Street sees varied activity with the market drifting after a downward trend and trading volume around 1,403,000 shares. Reports suggest Republican leaders may favor credit measures over voluntary methods, while several issues and sectors show mixed movements including Superior Oil, Skelly Oil, and several copper and industrial names.
The garbled text references a legal district and traders, with hints of a criminal matter and professional conduct. It mentions a judge or legal interpretation and ongoing train status, indicating a document focused on law and commerce rather than concrete events.
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