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Newspaper
Lawrence Journal World
Location
Lawrence, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Jun 24, 1947
Page
6
Washmeter June 24 reports debate over the Taft Hartley act after Truman veto. Senator Pepper of Florida notes possible third party momentum and warns of political shifts within the Republican and labor vote. The veto sparks speculation on party realignments and electoral impact.
The Douglas and Franklin county commissioners agreed to form a joint health board with Ottawa and Franklin county officials. If approved by the state health authority, each county would gain a shared health director and combined staff, increasing board membership from seven to nine with four members from each county and one elected at large.
Reports from Rome say Juan Peron of Argentina will be awarded a high papal decoration in recognition of Argentina’s contributions to world affairs. Mrs Peron, on a European tour, may also receive a rose of gold, with the Vatican indicating honors reflect Argentina’s regard and shared destiny in recent years.
President Juan D. Peron told radio listeners in Buenos Aires that Spain and Argentina follow parallel lines in policies. He thanked his wife for a decoration awarded during her visit to Spain and praised Spanish efforts to improve social conditions amid global turmoil. A divorce petition was filed in district court by Bonnie James seeking a divorce from Floyd T. James.
Washington June 24 Senator Reed says the Justice Department misrepresents the bill passed by the Senate. He asserts the antitrust division helped opposition and wrote speeches for opponents. Reed, author of the measure, says the administration is using it to justify policy and slanting public debate. He also criticizes the administration for delaying the measure.
A wave of strikes threatens Italian protests with incidents reported around Red Headquarters in Sicily. Early reports indicate potential spread to northern regions as labor actions loom over the week, with officials watching for wider unrest.
Local personal notices detail movements and visits among residents. Leckren family members and relatives travel to Mocaleste and Ravens City. Carolyn Carter Danette Pllteny Condorcent Caro Ruehier head to Breesy Paint for summer wait. Mrs Florence Clarke and Mrs Fried Lerwel depart after hospitality at a Big rulee, with others planning trips to Chicago and New York City.
Disjointed June 24 1947 column from Lawrence Kansas references Farrell and Lois Herhon, a sister Miss Anna Cru Warpe McGrade, and A Green leaving at noon for a week with Mrs beer and A D Farrell plus family. A stroke is mentioned in association with Mrs. continuing health notes.
A Protestant wedding overview mentions Rev. C. W. Bailey of Baldwin age 99 and his daughter Mrs. Thomas Pearson in attendance. Pearsons’ relatives include Anne Richards of Empora and Gerald Dunlan of St. Lees, with Paul Storer and family also present.
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