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Newspaper
Lawrence Journal World
Location
Lawrence, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Mar 05, 1949
Page
4
The March 5 issue presents a column titled The Lot of Man with a Job 8 7 quote from Job. It appears in a Lawrence Kansas daily with standard newspaper notices and AP usage policies.
A classified tone report argues that sheltered reds and their organizations seek government positions while claiming to work for America's commonwealth. It criticizes the committee on un American activities for concealing true aims and questions how many communists hide in official roles, urging cautious scrutiny and wiser support.
Washington observers say the incoming defense secretary was rewarded for Democratic fundraising. Lewis A. Johnson, WWI veteran and former national commander of the American Legion, was a candidate and may reassure fears that party loyalty drove the appointment. The post sits amid tensions over unification plans and a wary public.
The Russian mission in Frankfurt, isolated by American authorities and finally ordered out by Moscow, strained relations further. It had overstayed its welcome while probing displaced persons camps, where inmates bitterly opposed the mission and even stone and threatened its officials. Most DPs preferred life in camps to return to the Soviet Union.
Quest was ignored until Moscow issued orders to pack up and depart. Moscow retaliated as far as it could. A few members of the Aceroid Graves Registration Service in the Russian occupied area of Austria were expelled. The incident highlights the challenges of doing business with Russia.
The Tennessee Valley Authority faces a clash over a proposed steam power plant at New Johnsville Tennessee. Advocates say the plant would meet current power needs and support navigation and flood control while critics warn it would politicize power and crowd private utilities.
The peace time budget passed by Parliament signals rough years ahead as officials foresee challenges to Western defense pacts and rising pressure from Cominform aligned moves. British leaders stress a strong defense in being to deter dictatorial overreach while Kansas legislators turn attention to local bills amid spring farming and political pressures.
Ten days ago a meteorist could not stop for the mud and today cannot start. An Oskaloosa farm resident on a rocky road could not reach home one evening during a hot week and slept in Lawrence. Many on farm resist civilization except by foot or horseback.
In Emporia the press notes a pressure push as many turn to selling insurance while nearly all are selling cocker spaniel pups. The piece reflects a local boom in diverse commerce and a street level view of changing trades.
The piece weighs possible reasons for Vyacheslav Molotov’s release from the foreign ministry as a sign of shifts in Moscow. It considers whether Molotov’s removal signals policy change, personal weakness, or a broader realignment, while noting the aim to destroy capitalism and build a communist world remains constant. World leaders await further developments as Soviet strategy stays opaque.
Magistrate Thomas F. Fitzgerald praised KU medical school's senior students for maintaining a three story residence. He denied $2,000 property damages claimed by owner Mrs. Etta Fleetwood and dismissed the eviction suit against the students.
A fire at Lincoln Municipal Airport destroyed the National Guard hangar and two twin engine bombers. Officials estimate losses may reach $1,000,000. Brig. Gen. Guy N. Henninger cites a fuel transfer explosion, blaming static electricity.
Dean T DeWitt Carr announced the annual school of engineering and architecture exhibition at the University of Kansas will be held April 21 and 22. Ford Roht directs the project with Ralph Andrea as assistant director and publicity manager.
Mrs Helen G Shinn and Mrs Erna Corey with Mrs J Stone of Ottawa attended a Sigma Nu Mothers club luncheon in Kansas City at Mrs Richard J Hopkins home. Mr and Mrs J R Traylor and son Jon visited for the weekend with Mr and Mrs Russell Seacat in Emporia. Mrs Justin D Bowersock and daughter Jane Dee returned to Kansas City after days with Mrs W E Bowersock. Others, including Miss Mae Nestor, J H Marche Lawrence and Mrs Elieunree, left Mrs J C Cooper’s house for Staffordville.
Twenty five years back the Rotary club hosted an appreciation for city public school staff at an area Methodist church. Last Ira L. A. Seaman spent the day in Kansas City. Charles Kuhn Jr of Lecompton visited Lawrence. A party traveled to Ottawa for the Respondican district convention including Neville Frank Holliday and J.
Forty years ago the US appellate court at St Paul ruled in favor of Union Pacific in its land grab suit against farmers of Douglas and Leavenworth counties, granting a 400 foot right of way. Farmers had previously chased surveyors from fields with shotguns. G W Husted family moved to Riverside Farm, purchased from John Kilworth in Kinder Missouri. Elizabeth Wagstaff heads to Arkansas City to visit sister. Lucy Buck spends day in Kansas City.
Chancellor Dense W Matott warns at a Unity of Kata gathering that fraternities help housing, alumni ties, and campus services but dangers such as excessive chapter loyalty, campus political aims for glory, and overemphasis on social and athletic status threaten unity. He urges preserving individuality and constructive service.
Washington March 5 plans for manufacturing secret instruments and electronic devices at a war time Kansas City plant were announced by the Atomic Energy Commission. The commission awarded the contract for the work to Bendix Aviation Corporation with figures on the contract size. Part of the plant previously occupied by Pratt and Whitney during the war will be used.
Wichita reports slow stamp sales with only five retail liquor dealer tax stamp applications in two weeks. For the year, 122 retail and four wholesale stamps issued. Meanwhile Kansas state agencies have not issued licensing guidance as Wichita's City License collector notes 158 license applications on file.
The text notes a Department of Labor listing that describes a consolidation of the Army and Navy into a National Military Establishment. It emphasizes this merger as a major government reform stemming from the consolidation of two executive departments founded long ago.
The article explains the Secretary of Defense as the third ranking cabinet member under unification, with the Army Navy and Air Force secretaries ranking by seniority only when grades are equal. It notes equal rank across services for identical grades and that commission dates determine precedence, with the longest-held date giving priority.
The column discusses dress for a cocktail party in a hotel and whether a man should wear a hat and gloves. It also answers a reader query about giving cigars or candy at a newborn’s arrival, stating there is no hard rule and it is up to the individual.
British pianist Clifford Curzon guests with the New York Harmonic Symphony on KMBC at 2 pm tomorrow with Brano Walter conducting and Deems Taylor commenting. Sunny Daye remains a top KMBC KFRM artist featuring on Dinnerbel Roundup and Brush Creek Follies. Festival of Song airs at 4 pm with The Cheraliers performing Gershwin and Friml pieces. Sam Molen previews NAIB basketball semi finals and finals with play-by-play across Friday and Saturday nights. The Art Lesson opens Monday at 1:30 pm led by Rosemary Beymer for Kansas City students. Rosalind Rosaef stars in Bee the Sea Friday at 9 pm on KMBC. KMBC is promoted as Heart of America’s top radio network.
A fragmented listing shows WHREN WHRAF WUAF KMBRC and other stations with time slots from 6:00 to 7:30. Entries mention NBC Symphony, Night Serenade and Hit Parade among programs, host names and program titles only partially readable.
Washington reports February unemployment jumped by about 330,000 to reach 2,000,000, marking the highest level since the war. The Census Bureau cites bad weather and seasonal adjustments as partial causes while noting the four month total rose significantly.
A garbled report from Cad versiy ca details students and faculty involved in a disjointed effort. The text references sor, worms, hate, and property concerns, with unclear connections to Winged Pompton Tall and a section labeled as CES Was. The overall sense is a damaged, unstructured newspaper fragment.
S21 in Fines POW. Gilles Sininyside paid a fine in police court yesterday on a charge of passing a red light. A Humphreys of Way West Campus Road paid a similar fine for failing to observe a stop sign. Over parking and traffic violations, 11 persons paid $1 fines.
A crowded program lists performers and musicians including Rasel Rathbane, Spike Jones, Martin and Amy Wh, with a Monday evening showing at a venue near Moss Prooks. The event highlights a mix of music and entertainment as patrons attend the show.
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