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Newspaper
Lawrence Journal World
Location
Lawrence, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Mar 03, 1949
Page
1
Reported scene in Frankfurt shows army engineers stringing barbed wire around a besieged Russian mission. U S troops guard surrounding area while Moscow’s envoy seeks water and relief as supplies dwindle. A German cook leaves, and guards deny water while noting quiet.
Lawmakers welcomed a government order easing installment credit rules on consumer items including autos and appliances. The Federal Reserve Board extended the payment period to 21 months after a 15 percent down payment, removing the prior $70 monthly minimum for larger balances and signaling relief as January installment data showed a consumer credit rise.
A fire on the campus chapter house destroyed the Baker Wildcat yearly staff work and much of the editor’s copy. Phyllis Taylor reported the loss of about 1000 in clothing while others were treated for minor burns. Alumni Secretary Thomas A. Evans noted the setback to the annual.
The Senate passed a resolution directing the legislative council to study current school laws and draft revisions for the 1951 session. Senate Education chair Lloyd Ruonenthal of McPherson said no codification has occurred since 1868. Also moves would raise minimum pensions for 294 Kansas teachers to 109 monthly and grant service credit for veterans. House actions include raises for district judges and funding for state correctional institutions and the industrial farm for women, with provisions for an industrial revolving fund at the State Penitentiary. A highway committee bill would double the license force for motor vehicle manufacturers and dealers.
Street department workers armed with brooms brushes and shovels launch a patching program for 13 miles of asphalt at an estimated cost of $6000. Crews aim to fix buckled holes left by severe storms while continuing sweeping in the southwest city.
Fort Worth reports golfer Ben Hogan in serious condition as a new blood clot forms in the hex causing intense pain. Royal Hogan disclosed the crisis during a long distance call from El Paso. A specialist was flown to the bedside from New Orleans to assess the situation.
Minor damage reported today when Ralph MacDougall struck the rear of Sam Ferguson Jr. at a traffic light. Fer guson’s car was stopped on Massachusetts Street. Vatrolman John Pe Average 60 stocks W247 up oh.
A diary note from Istanbul dated January 28 reports Turkish unity and hostility to Russia. Turkey, with an army of about 500000, is described as highly patriotic, well armed, and prepared to oppose aggression, with strong support for U S aid and alliance. Turks are taxed heavily for defense and all young men receive military training. The piece recalls Ottoman wars with Russia and notes past Allied failures at the Dardanelles. The article hints at Soviet influence looming on Turkey’s borders.
Washington reports President Truman is expected to accept Forrestal's resignation as secretary of defense and name Louis A. Johnson of West Virginia to the post. The transfer likely announced at the White House news conference, with Kenneth Royall of the Army and Stuart Symington weighing futures. Johnson, WWI veteran and former American Legion national commander, has long been centerpiece in Democratic fundraising and defense policy debates.
Police closed the investigation into a young man who accosted girls near Liberty Memorial High School restrooms. Police Chief Bliesner said the youth would leave Lawrence permanently and seek medical care. Officials and the father assured the youth would not molest anyone in Lawrence again and no charges would be pressed.
UP Lyall T Beggs national Veterans of Foreign Wars commander is set to address the Kansan legislature March 10 as a guest of Kansas VFW post. Francis E Stone Kansas VFW Cartermaster notes other events include a luncheon with Gov Frank Carlson a radio broadcast an evening dinner with VFW members and a tour of Winter Veterans hospital. Beggs, a Madison Wisconsin attorney, is a member of the Wisconsin legislature.
The United States states full support for General Lucius D. Clay in withdrawing the Soviet repatriation mission from the American zone in Germany. The note accuses Molotov of misrepresentation and distortion as Moscow protested Feb 24. Fay Kohler to deliver the reply to Molotov in Moscow.
Kansas House actions include a bill requiring a college law degree for admission to practice, or allow three years of office study with bar exam. a county officers salaries bill tied to population. a field house funding request for Kansas State College. a two year funding for interstate cooperation. a higher bardering fee for renewals. and a Turtle Creek dam project resolution to strike from the Pick Sloan plan.
Senators pressure to curb filibuster stretch into a fourth day as Holland argues against changing rules that would allow a two thirds vote to end debate. Democratic leader Tucca of Illinois remains undecided on timing for a cloture move, with previous plans postponed.
After a three day vacation due to a coal stoker breakdown, classes will resume tomorrow morning at a New York school. A new heating stoker was installed today and the heating system will return to normal by morning.
Topeka March 3 A Kansas law ending 69 years of prohibition moved toward the governor’s desk after eight weeks of legislative wrangling Final passage came yesterday when the senate adopted a compromise plan approved earlier by the house Experts say the 24 000 word central law must be published and placed in the state paper before liquor in limited quantities may flow legally The bill abolishes the bone dry law and allows possession and transportation of three gallons of liquor for personal use once the control measures are published Proclamation must be issued by July 1 with full operation of liquor stores to follow later amid debates over revenue distribution and public drinking remarks ranged from supportive to critical.
Topeka reports a gradual end to winter with S D Flora predicting tomorrow’s highs from 48 to 64 degrees. Cloudy east, clear west, temperatures rising statewide by Friday. Light drizzle noted in Dodge City. River levels easing as Blue, Solomon, and Republican waterways settle. Highest statewide 56 at Goodland. Phillips 20 as the low.
Batavia March 3 The Dutch push ahead with a plan to settle Indonesia status amid republican opposition. The Netherlands recognizes a new representative body for the Dutch-occupied republic. President Soekarno and exiled Indonesian leaders say they will not attend the Hague ground table on March 12 unless restored to Jakarta.
The University of Kansas Alumni Association elections will nominate a slate for officers and five year director terms. Meket leads the Say ticket for president with Henry A Rubb opposing. Hawk slate led by Milton Allen faces Nan Kendall and Gordon Saunders for director seats with Richard B Stevens and Madeline N Hurd retiring from the board. Voting limited to paid members with ballots mailed this month and results at commencement.
Airliner from Chicago and Akron bound for Newark made a forced landing in a farmer's field 12 miles from Pittsburgh airport. The DC-3 carried 12 passengers and four crew. no injuries reported. Pilot was Captain Ralph Fretwell of Chicago. ship was only very slightly damaged.
The Kansas Association of Teachers expects about 200 teachers to attend its annual spring meeting in Kansas City on Saturday. Speakers include Dr. Harald A. Anderson from the University of Chicago and Dr. Earle Davis of Wichita University. Fort Hays State College's Miss Mabel Lacey is association president.
The Red Cross fund drive totals climbed to 2950.55 with early progress showing, as workers in Baldwin area, downtown business district, and rural districts push toward an 1134 goal in the county. District 17 reported every family contributing at least 1007, while workers Coleman Hartley and Oscar Rumsey led street and business gifts with 60 and 58.50 respectively.
Kansas City dispatch reports the Missouri River jammed but stable ice and stages from Kickapoo Bund to Ri Neb. Nebraska City above the Big Muddy rising while Atchison area endures a 47th day of flood. River forecaster Ralph Atdrick notes warmer weather may cause new rises in southeastern Nebraska and warns Chariton at Novinger sits two feet over flood stage.
Washington March news reports the house banking committee approved a 28 to 2 vote to extend rent controls for fifteen months, rejecting a 24 month continuation. The expire date is March 31 unless renewed, with proposals to penalties and ceilings disputed and an amendment to tie ceilings to fair value rejected. The article also notes a tentative army invitation to Dr Leah Aschama of Kansas State College to consult on nutrition in Germany.
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