Lawrence High football tradition touted as community driven force
In a long reflection on Lawrence Highs football success coach Op eration Lion Football, coach Woolard, players, and longtime fans discuss the blend of tradition, community support, junior high programs, and parental involvement. They credit leadership, motivation, and a robust program structure for consistent state titles and high standards.
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Groat Amasses Hits Against Braves in 1952 and 1953 Spring Games
Pittsburgh shortstop Dick Groat excelled vs the Braves with 5 for 5 in 1952 and 6 for 6 in a spring Milwaukee clash. The AP chronicle highlights his success against Boston Braves pitchers.
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Cards End Road Trip On Even Note At Busch Stadium
The St. Louis Cardinals return to Busch Stadium for the first time since June 12 to finish a road swing that ended 7-7 after a 6-18 road mark. Hal Smith homered in a 4-3 win over Philadelphia in the nightcap, while Ernie Broglio split decisions on the doubleheader. Also, the Orioles routed the Athletics 9-2 as Chuck Estrada pitched a two hitter and Jim Gentile drove in seven.
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Flood Waters Hit Texas Gulf Area
Swift flood waters swept a large section of the Texas Gulf coast causing multiple deaths and massive displacements. Since Thursday up to 30 inches of rain flooded areas including the Brazos River at West Columbia. Port Lavaca requested aid from the Navy and the 4th Army with cots and blankets delivered by helicopter and by truck.
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Shipstead Dies Sunday in Minnesota Rest Home
Former U.S. Senator Henrik Shipstead, 79, died in his sleep Sunday at a Minnesota rest home. The four term senator from Minnesota was a leading voice against foreign involvements in Washington.
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Second Demonstration Workshop At KU Scheduled
The second annual Demonstration Workshop for Core Teachers began today at Kansas University under the KU School of Education and University Extension. The workshop runs through July 22 with Dr. Karl D. Edwards leading sessions.
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Lawrence Students Lead Social Studies Language Arts Workshop
A seventh grade group from Lawrence schools will participate as the demonstration class with a professor of education serving as workshop director and demonstration teacher. The core class combines social studies and language arts in a two hour session, drawing about 30 attendees from Kansas and nearby states.
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From Here Take Part In KU's Math Program
Two Lawrence teachers and three Lawrence High School seniors participate in the Summer Institute for High School and College Teachers of Mathematics at the Kansas University campus. Teachers Darrell K. Fal en and Jack Lee Hennington join three LHS students Jan Loofbourrow Larry Schiefelbusch and Robert E Schenk in the eight week program supported by the National Science Foundation beginning June 13 and running through August 6.
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