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Newspaper
Lawrence Journal World
Location
Lawrence, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Jun 28, 1956
Page
2
A long, garbled extract discusses parasites and pests in daily life, mentioning mosquitoes and flies as pervasive nuisances affecting locals in a large city area. It references discomfort during outdoor activities, beaches, swimming, and general public annoyance with pests and related health concerns.
The text urges Americans to avoid total rejection of peaceful overtures from the Soviet Union while recognizing the dangers of appeasement. It argues for a measured stance blending readiness to defend with openness to dialogue, noting Russia's comparative defense posture and the value of talks to prevent conflict.
Political observers note a remark by Congressman Clifford Ro Hope of Southwest Kansas at a party. Hope, longtime House Agriculture Committee member, teased about Henry Wallace and hinted at a forthcoming memoir, prompting curiosity among his Kansas friends.
Douglas County Humane Society seeks funds to build and maintain a modern animal shelter in Lawrence. A $25,000 gift from Dr and Mrs John Ise honors their son Charles and will push the project toward completion, with support requested from concerned citizens for humane treatment and public safety.
Secretary of State Dulles hints at a shift in thinking about Communist influence outside Russia. He notes recent questions from Red leaders in Italy France East Germany Britain and the United States about Stalin era crimes and their own roles. The piece discusses whether independent Communist parties may emerge and weaken Kremlin control, altering international Communist dynamics.
In Port of Spain calypso artists, many from poorer backgrounds, face commercialization and tune theft as film and music industries profit. Noted experts like Charles Espinet observe rising prewritten songs and declining spontaneity while performers complain they earn about $1200 annually and struggle to receive royalties. Vital Angel starts publishing firm to curb foreign tune theft.
Dulles warned that questions from Red readers abroad about Stalin’s crimes may reflect leaders in Moscow weighing when to reveal the full truth. He suggested the Kremlin might have prepared answers or arranged outside readers’ questions to shape the narrative, cautioning that his optimism could be unfounded.
A fragmented column discusses honesty in domestic life and how perception shifts with age. It mentions husbands, youngsters learning truth, and the perils of lateness from work. Various odd phrases reference hooks in closets and crooked behavior in a humorous, reflective tone.
A brief dated verse reference cites Psalm like language praising divine aid as a guide for hunger and longing, framed as a biblical quotation. The line mentions provision from God and a moral encouragement amid desire. No contemporary events or clear author beyond the biblical citation.
A Kansas dairy promotion drive highlights June Dairy Month while Kansas ranks 10th in cream butter and 13th in whole milk production. Dairymen push campaigns, distribute cards, and even hire creators like Walt Disney to boost milk use, amid political and economic hurdles in agriculture.
A growing blue green area on Mars may indicate simple plant life. First noticed in 1907, the spot has expanded to about the size of Texas.
Washington report surveys how Democrats in Congress face the 1964 elections amid mixed support for Eisenhower era proposals. It notes cross-partisan blame for legislative shortfalls, shifts on foreign aid, tariffs, housing, social security, farm policy, civil rights, and education, and the impact on labor and public sentiment.
A 1946 note mentions Miss Joyce Emick traveling to Pasadena by train to visit her aunt Mrs Dean Stoner. Brownie Scouts prepare for a Lone Star cabin camp with many adults in charge. 1831 and 3916 year entries recount vacations, building deeds, a drowning tragedy, a 75th birthday surprise, and a 6 percent loan offer from Douglas County Building and Loan.
The listing details radio and TV program slots across stations WDAF KMUC WREN KFKU KMBC WHEN and others for Thursday June 28 and Friday June 29. It lists News Music Talk and entertainment segments with times such as 1 30 2 00 3 30 and 10 00 airing across multiple channels including WDAF WREN KMBC KMUC KMBC.
TV listings show WDAF CBS and KMBU TV lineups with news caravans and weather segments, followed by sports updates on Threa Star Sports and Three Star News. Prime time includes Ford Theatre, Highway Patrol, Gunsmoke, and The Tonight News, with late-night fare like Johnny Carson and News Caravan.
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