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Newspaper
Lawrence Journal World
Location
Lawrence, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Mar 06, 1946
Page
4
Daily newspaper masthead fragment from March 6 1897 edition shows a religious verse line from Pater 3 8. It mentions Associated Press dispatches and circulation details. The readable text notes Chicago and Kansas City datelines with generic publication metadata.
After the Facts reports Herbert Hoover will head a party to survey food shortages in Europe, returning to a scene where he previously led relief distribution. Belgian and Dutch authorities sought his counsel after V E Day, and Hoover advised buying Canadian wheat with immediate delivery. The nations are said to be in relatively good shape compared with others, and his forthcoming government report is expected to be the most accurate estimate available.
The Red Cross fund campaign sets its quota based on continued extensive work for armed forces at home and abroad. Douglas county chapter reports similar war level service for service men veterans and families with some increases due to demobilization and veterans issues. The plan foresees sustained demand for aid through the transition from war to peace time duties with a return to peacetime disaster and emergency readiness.
Churchill argues for an Anglo American military alliance as the best security and peace plan. He notes uncertainty over Russia and the need for plain talk, while many Americans favor UN backed protection and oppose a direct alliance, fearing shifts in policy. The piece also reports ongoing steel mill strikes with 250,000 fabricators still idle and wage talks unresolved.
The article notes Franco refuses outside pressure to quit, while Allies favor letting Spaniards initiate change. Despite disapproval of the regime, powers hesitate to intervene directly, fearing a violent breakdown if the army acts. The deadlock risks escalation that could destabilize Spain and Europe.
General MacArthur dismissed communists from the Pacific Stars and Stripes staff, sparking debate on press freedom and noting service papers fall under military framework. Reds in staff roles are said to undermine efficiency by targeting officers and amplifying discontent. The piece also notes this year's farm season mirrors last year with oats still awaiting rain.
Lady Astor visited Savannah on her way to Charleston and criticized the city as a beautiful place with a dirty face after seeing trashy streets monuments and fountains. The town began aCleanup drive with painters on civic buildings merchants tidying stores and sandblasting monuments as delegates to the United Nations conference were expected to find a cleaner Savannah.
Kenneth M. Nohe president of Sigma Alpha Epsilon argues that county commissioners limiting local activities push students to seek wholesome entertainment in Kansas City and surrounding areas. He urges commissioners to realize and correct their mistake for the fraternity and student community.
See ing the World notes Switzerland’s four and a half century policy of absolute neutrality and its dilemma over UN membership. It explains Switzerland’s central European position, multilingual population, and the fear that joining the UNO would force a plebiscite on neutrality. Swiss leaders hope for a modus vivendi that respects neutrality while cooperating for world peace.
The Old Home Town reports service clubs aim to have E C Quigley veteran sports official and former KU student as principal speaker at the basketball banquet honoring KU LM HS and Haskell teams on March 10. Other notes include social visits and a birth announcement for Helen Louise St. Clair.
At the regular meeting last night the city council approved paving Warren Street from Massachusetts to New Jersey Streets. A paper on Mark Twain was discussed and read, with Stuart presenting another item.
Swiss officials argue the United Nations Organization should acknowledge Switzerland's unique position and defensive military posture. They suggest preliminary steps by admitting Switzerland in nonmilitary domains such as social humanitarian and economic fields, creating a potential precedent. Meanwhile an art exhibition features several prize pieces from the 1940 Kansas City Show including Tulsa Quar and Chickadees, on view in the south picture gallery from 10 to 5.
Baker University will hold a memorial service at First Methodist church on Sunday March 10 at 4:00 p.m. for 26 Baker men who died serving in World War II. Dr. Nelson P. Horn and Carl Hull will speak. Memorial certificates will be awarded to next of kin. Names of the deceased include Omar R. Billet Grey David Cleavinger James Holdren and others from Kansas City Topeka Hutchinson and nearby communities.
The University of Kansas Museum of Art hosts a solo exhibit by Raymond J. Eastwood through March. Eastwood returns to teaching in the painting department after two years with the army air forces. A Rhode Island native, he summers on Cape Cod painting sand dunes and captures soft light in works like Middle Dune, Big Dune, and Burning Through.
A scrambled OCR style list presents fragments and clues touching on military rank phrases and assorted word hints. It appears as a dense grid of numbers and partial words with entries like Maj Gen and various short definitions.
Topeka March speech by G P i Chester Bowles, stabilization director, compares next 90 days of Congress to Guadalcanal Okinawa and Stalingrad in a fight to sustain the economy. He urges extend price controls through June 1947, continued food subsidies, and funding for stabilization agencies. He warns that housing for veterans hinges on Congress action and laments opposing lobbies.
In Sacramento on March 6, 49 year old Taylor drank coffee that was extremely hot. He choked as the hot liquid affected his teeth then cut his lower lip. He fell from his chair, struck his head on the table, and sustained a laceration to his ear, requiring emergency hospital care.
In Washington factions weigh Churchill's Fulton remarks and Byrnes's call to defend UN principles. Notes cite Soviet Iran, Manchuria, espionage, Kurile gains, and soybean export shifts, with Truman’s presence underscoring not administration endorsement but plain speaking. Three paths loom: UN action, allied ministerial talks in Paris, or special commissions on reparations.
Fulton residents faced a hot dog surplus after Winston Churchill and President Truman drew nearly 20,000 visitors. Mayor Frank Hensley estimated 20,000 to 25,000 people attended in a town of 8,200. A half ton of meat and 45,000 buns were ordered for the crowd but only one downtown stand sold out.
A meandering scene shows a festive procession into a converted college gym where a fe ccerman smiles and a former prime midrescee delivers a Churchillian speech. He jokes about honorary degrees and jokes about the American revolution as the crowd, including faculty, listens with a mix of chuckles and solemn gestures.
Baldwin notes Miss Christine Reb of Topeka, a former Baker librarian, will become assistant reference librarian at the University of Chicago, starting mid March. Reports include hospital updates on Mrs. McLeod, a local bicycle accident near Baker, and Rotary club talks on city utilities and future improvements.
Radio listings show Protrans and WREN schedules featuring Kansas City programs, with multiple 30 minute to hour long segments. Appearances include Andrews Sisters, Dinah Shore, Harry Wood Show, Burns and Allen, and Louis Prima, along with hotel music and dance orchestras.
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