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Newspaper
Lawrence Journal World
Location
Lawrence, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Jun 25, 1959
Page
2
Lawrence daily newspaper masthead from June 25 1959 lists editor Dolph Simons Jr publisher and staff roles. It includes publication details Sixth and New Hampshire Streets Lawrence Kansas and subscription rates by carrier and mail for Douglas and surrounding counties.
Parents recall Ringling Bros Barnum & Bailey as the best show on earth. The local performance delivered high class theatrics but rising costs trimmed many extras. Kids likely enjoyed the experience despite a tiring evening for parents.
The convicted atom spy Klaus Fuchs, released after nine years of a 14 year sentence, faces questions about his usefulness to Soviet scientists and his views on the mercy shown by the system that jailed him. Analysts wonder whether he regrets aiding Russia or regards his past actions as justified.
Walter Ames reports on industry views about talent pools in Hollywood. Robert Palmer says demand for new faces remains, while Florence Williams notes studio cutbacks and fewer starlet contracts. She says hopefuls face tougher times, though opportunities in entertainment still exist for the dedicated.
Joseph Alsop analyzes Secretary of State Herter's Geneva talks with Khrushchev and the need for painful Washington policy shifts to prove President Eisenhower's seriousness. The piece argues Moscow expects much more than offered, and warns of potential danger if Berlin concessions loom.
The Life magazine issue explains the Margaret Bourke-White disappearance mystery through her own photo story of a battle with Parkinson's disease. The piece highlights her daring war and disaster coverage from Tunis to the Arctic, with named figures like Gen. Jimmy Doolittle and Erskine Caldwell, and notes about her marriages and travels.
Column by Jack Zimmerman critiques show horse cosmetic fakery and human vanity. He likens horse transformations to cosmetic layers on people, urging fewer artificial alterations and warning animals may imitate humans if this continues. He notes industry practices in California catalogs and warns of loss of horse sense.
A health column explains how urine color reflects water content, why cloudiness forms, and how crystals form from alkaline or acidic urine. It warns that morning cloudiness can occur, notes signs like smoky blood tinge or greenish foam, and urges medical evaluation for infection or gall bladder issues.
Paul Vernon, 29, climbed onto an empty saddle by a downtown spot and rode away on a stray horse. Officer Edwin Waddell chased him down an alley as bystanders watched. Vernon faced drunkenness charges.
Danish sources say Mrs Ni kita Khrushchev will join the Soviet leader on a Scandinavian tour in August. The wife of a premier stays out of the spotlight and is little known to Westerners in Moscow.
John Clytus told Judge Gerald Levin he robbed the unemployment office of 1500 dollars not for the money but to gain publicity for his literary work. The judge sentenced him to six months in jail and five years probation, warning this was not a proper path to fame.
Old Home Town reports the marriage of Miss Laurel Anderson to Duane Kraft in Missouri. Kansas plans liquor sales opening July 18. KU Medical Center grants total 61660 for cancer research. Emma Berg to take county schools post July 1. Douglas County Dem chair Frank McDonald resigns to back Howard Payne for Congress. Green Pastures at KU with Richard Harrison as De Land. Local officials host dinner for Henry Asher. Clinic room and new nurse funded by Nursing association. baby TB and venereal clinics planned. Dr. Eugene Sisson to run baby clinic. Elks drive for 4000 for Salvation Army progressing. Baldwin opposition due to confusion over fraternities. Miss Charlotte Kreeck weds Edgar Schmidt of Galena. Mayor Kreeck, brother of the bride, plays original organ piece.
A brief devotional note honors Barnabas as a good man filled with the Holy Spirit and faith from Acts 11 24 and offers a prayer thanking God for godly people both past and present seeking to walk in Christ light amid darkness.
Hal Boyle recalls his son Brenn Turner Stilley’s awkward junior high date night. Parents chauffeured, outfits outfitted, a five dollar grant for fun, twins as dates, boy and girl roles, and a late home return ending with a tired, terse reply about sore feet.
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