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Newspaper
Lawrence Journal World
Location
Lawrence, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Jun 26, 1947
Page
2
Washington June 26 President Truman vetoed the wool price support bill saying it would hurt international relations. He warned the act could trigger broader trade barriers during the United Nations conference in Geneva and damage leadership on world affairs.
In Topeka on June 28, Dr. Frank Carlson announced the nine members named to the state hospital advisory council. The panel will aid the state board of health in licensing, survey, and construction under the hospital licensing act, with all hospitals statewide to be licensed by July 1. Members include Dr. John T. Ve, Miss Irma Lawport, Mont Green, Charles Mewell, Sister Anne Pittshore, Miss Zelma Smith, Merton Earl Toneka, Dr. James D. Bowen, May Pierson, and others for one to four year terms.
Bartlesville Ohio June S1 1 gasoline rationing announced by Standard Oil of Indiana has been placed in effect by Uhitline etrote company one of the largest wild western distributors. Company officials said the move was necessary to meet demand amid shortages of stock for pipelines and storage and transportation.
The Securities and Exchange Commission cleared Tucker Corp of Chicago to offer 10,000,100 week of common stock, with a 60 day writing period before the registration statement becomes effective. The firm filed an amendment to the registration statement to accelerate quicker action after the 60 day period and the offering may take place before July 15.
Provisional President Enrico De Nicola was reelected by the constituent assembly in Rome and announced he would continue in office after resigning yesterday due to ill health. The 69 year old head of the young republic received prolonged applause as the vote concluded. In Kansas, the swollen Bie River began falling near Manhattan while the Kansas River rose toward 20.7 feet as crest neared Riley County.
Lawrence Lodge No. 8 AF and AM will meet Friday June 27 at 1:89 pm to attend the funeral of Brother William P. Moor eman. Herbert L. Jones, Master. Walter H. Varnum, Secretary.
The article notes a gathering led by an auxiliary unit and mentions plans for a Girl's Service event and a gubernatorial press appearance. It references Mrs 1S rn and Gov Frank Carlsen. Washington events include a state war era theme with a national figure presiding.
New York Central train derailed after twin locomotives jumped track near St Louis killing six or seven. Officials found caution orders on a miner, suggesting speed limit over 21 miles an hour. Witnesses say wreck occurred as the special approached an embankment near Shiwah.
Washington reports say lower the debt service payments on bonds as part of a broader plan. remarks praise Democratic leadership for pressing quick action. In other items, Russia’s Mecotew arrives for European talks ahead of summit. UK and US hold broad tariff and trade talks amid restructuring. The Senate passes a substitute price support bill after a brief debate, tied to tariff and import restriction provisions.
A shipyards strike in New York's Atlantic Basin area disrupts operations as workers walk out at the Bethlehem-related yards. Negotiations resumed amid the outage. Separately the University of Kansas Observatory will hold an open viewing evening for Jupiter, inviting the public to observe the planet after sunset.
Youths at Camfley grade school grounds attended an evening skating event sponsored by the city recreation commission. G C Gitlum showed a three-film program including Animal Thrills Daredevils on Ice and Kaspar Puppies to about 60 spectators. Larry Heeh says the program will tour other playground sites with dates listed for June and July.
A violent hail storm struck McPherson Kansas on June 25 night leaving stones up to nine inches around. Windows shattered street lights out skylights broken gardens damaged and cars dented. Some crops wounded but wheat in county largely spared. The storm triggered numerous calls as residents checked damage and the school board luncheon is noted.
A special luncheon meeting will be held tomorrow at the Eldridge hotel to discuss the school budget and review wiring projects for the senior high. Officials aim to complete extensive wiring by September to avoid disruption during the fall term.
Lawrence residents correct Palmyra township population figures showing 1106 instead of 51 740, with Palmyra rising to 1143 this year. Mrs. C Haskell Institute, now Phoenix, is among 24 Boy Scouts visiting Mexico City and other Republic towns under invitation of the Boy Scouts of Mexico. Dolph Simons will have a noon Kiwanis Chamber broadcast over WREX 6:15 to 7 p.m. on his Europe trip with newspaper men and War Secretary Patterman. Ledger offices close for six months with dividends reports. reopen July 1, 1947. Lawrence Building and Loan Association notes June 30 closing. Douglas County Loan Association $io3.
A wartime veteran speaker argues for US occupation policy in Germany, urging continued food aid, industrial recovery, and education for children. He calls for banning war-time production, strengthening German language learning in the US, and criticizes DP camps while praising Allied officials and British cooperation in postwar relief.
President Truman declared he will enforce the Taft-Hartley labor act faithfully and said the attorney general is examining coal mine shutdowns to determine any necessary action. He noted no immediate steps will be taken but promised action if needed and urged patience and moderation from labor and management to stabilize the economy and world peace.
A 50 pound vestpocket car debut in Osaka, built by Hiroshi Tamura. The lone passenger craft runs up to 17 mph on a 12 horsepower engine and cost about 10 000 yen. Tamura, former Sankoku Heavy Industries president, seeks mass production for export. Also noted is a bronze broad-breasted turkey breed with 15 percent more breast meat, favored for hotels and restaurants in bulk.
Fragmentary market notes resemble a garbled OCR export with stray letters and numbers. It mentions price signals, some commodities, and dates but contains many unreadable terms and inconsistent units. The readable bits suggest a brief supply and demand update rather than a coherent report.
A revival Fourth of July program at Memorial Stadium Lawrence promises free admission and a grand fireworks display. Gov. Carls will address the crowd with speeches by Ma dames Parsons and Chancellor Wy Malott after a sports program on the track. The Lawrence Summer Band will perform, followed by the fireworks and a ceremonial close, drawing thousands of spectators.
Eight year old Carl Barker was rushed to Leavenworth hospital after a 40 foot fall from a tree at Mud lake East Leavenworth. A railroad section crew ferried him due to high water blocking roads. He sustained a back injury from striking a tree root and was reported improving. Also, two year old Henry Herschman was treated for a small eyelid laceration after a dog bite at 1019 Ilincia Street.
Pittsburgh June 26 workers in steel mills and railroads began layoffs as wildcat walkouts by the nation s miners gained momentum. The four day calendar stop page and strikes affect production and job security amid mounting labor action.
Clipped text shows livestock receipts and market activity in Kansas City. Mentions cattle and hogs, price references, and regional market notes with scattered figures and vendor mentions.
A garbled local market note lists livestock birds including Rocka Leghorns and capons with various counts and prices. It mentions turkeys hens and spring chickens, plus references to wheat corn oats and hogs. The text blends market items with scattered commentary and appears as a damaged page fragment.
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