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Newspaper
Lawrence Journal World
Location
Lawrence, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Jun 13, 1946
Page
4
The text lists subscription rates and addresses for the Journal World Murray with office location at 123 Masnechusetta Street Lawrence Kansas and 333 North Michigan Avenue, noting daily publication and republication rights. It includes rates: in advance four dollars, six months two dollars and twenty eight cents. It ends with a biblical witness quote from Acts 1 6.
The piece argues against anti American sentiment abroad aimed at undermining U S maritime work. It criticizes efforts to pressure port workers to idle ships and urges President Truman to confront the challenge by manning and unloading vessels if needed.
Washington correspondent traces the court fight to 1937 when Franklin D. Roosevelt pushed for Hugo Black despite Klan ties. The New York Sun photo controversy and Black’s admission fueled opposition, casting a long shadow over the Supreme Court and sparking a lasting feud.
King Umberto remains in Italy as he weighs options for exile comfort. His initial assessment appears correct, and he may proceed with plans to ease his exile and secure a stable path forward.
President Truman seeks a middle path on labor legislation after vetoing the Case bill, halting efforts to curb industrial unrest. Congress signals patience until another strike crisis. critics say the veto weakens government action and preserves labor leaders’ immunity while the Wagner act remains unamended. The new stance suggests delaying any decisive move until a fresh crisis tests policy.
The June 1 Kansas wheat crop estimate raises expected total yield by about 19 million bushels from May 1. Earlier gloom has given way to cautious optimism as some troubled areas recover. In Pratt near mine area hail flattened fields but now produce 12 to 20 bushels per acre, a different picture for Kansas wheat. Warry Woodring warns of excessive government influence at local and federal levels, while bakery workers in Waterloo, Iowa, and the public remarks reference odd political talk. A remark about Shorty Sprouse and a 79 year old bride mother is noted, and a quote from Draja Mikhailovitch suggests a controversial justice view in continental Europe.
Foreign Secretary Bevin, delivering an extemporaneous Bournemouth address at the Labour party conference, refused immediate Jewish immigration, warned of separate peace bids if Paris talks falter, and stressed Britain would not bear all postwar costs alone. He urged patience, vowed to seek a Palestinian state, and aligned with U S aims amid the Big Four talks.
Lawrence hailed Gov Alfred M Landon as a presidential candidate with loud celebration including whistles bells and auto horns. Social notes mention 4 H roundup in Manhattan visits from Crowder Fall Leaf kinship and upcoming marriage notices.
Summer session at Kansas State Agricultural College draws 900 students with 84 faculty and potential attendance above 1000. Prof. W. J. Baumgartner named organization secretary of the Kansas Memorial Corporation by Chancellor Lindley. Lua Holiday marries Hugh Scott in Pittsburg as do Lucile Daugherty and Jacob Rowman and Ruth Daugherty and Howard Sutherland in a double ceremony. Local notes include Ada Pryor Arthur Stanley wedding, Gertrude Becker’s travel plans, and Richard Reece among Kansas State graduates at Manhattan.
Potatoes bought by the government under its price support program will be stored in the big underground refrigerator at Atchison Kansas. D V Case manager of the cooler said ten carloads daily are expected at harvest start with first consignments from Arkansas Oklahoma and Texas. Kaw and Missouri Valley potatoes will follow for storage.
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In a reflective piece, the author cites bread shortages in the U S due to flour scarcity and baker strikes, notes cattle declines, and questions whether labor-management strife can be avoided. The Library of Congress staff estimate strikes raise costs across wages, sales, and taxes, while editorials warn six years to cover eight weeks of stoppage losses and inflationary pressures.
Leaders of organized labor urge patience restraint and discipline to avoid strikes. They argue that the remedy lies beyond Washington, in the hearts of labor and industry leaders who prioritize national welfare over self interest, aiming to sustain millions of workers, raise living standards, and curb inflation.
American citizens appeal to foreigners to resist the U S government as seven U S maritime unions threaten a June 15 air shipping strike. President Truman vows navy and coast guard to keep ships moving if needed. Bridges Curran urge World Federation of Trades Unions to support a strike against government manned ships, terming them scab ships.
Thomas A. Evans Dr H K Eb right and Al Walker traveled to McLouth on Tuesday afternoon to attend the funeral of Mrs Carol W Ridgway who formerly lived in Baldwin. Mr and Mrs Samuel A Deel of Washington DC who have been visiting Baldwin residents O Scott Morgan left Wednesday for Hartford to visit Mrs Deel's sister Daisy Turner then plan to return to Baldwin before traveling to Kansas City to visit Phillip Barnthouse and family. Bev and Me Dougie D Castle.
A dessert gathering honored Rev and Mrs Arthur Coole and their daughter with guests including Dir Willard H Garrett Miss Helen Garrett Dean B A Gesaner Emile, and more. Entertainment featured Coole recounting China experiences and Cornell winter memories as the Evangeline chapter marked its 51st founding anniversary at the Masonic Hall.
Mrs. Elizabeth May Ridgeway of Kansas City died after a farm accident near Tonganoxie. Born December 1 1880 in McLouth she taught school, married Carroll W Ridgeway in 1920 and lived in Arizona before returning to Kansas. Survived by husband two children granddaughter and many relatives. funeral held June 11 in McLouth.
A crowded Thursday broadcast slate lists KMBC WDak WDAP WLAP WREN and more with news, talk, music and dance shows. Notable items include The Jack Smith Show, Supper Club, The Alan Younk Show, and Dance Orchestra segments along with scores updates and local mention of upcoming Friday programs.
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