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Newspaper
Lawrence Journal World
Location
Lawrence, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Mar 09, 1950
Page
4
A March 9 column discusses rumors of horse meat for sale in the cow country, tracing origins, market signals, and concerns over mislabeling. It notes horses’ declining role in farming, Fort Riley’s departure from cavalry horses, and the mystery of shipment origins amid a mood of jittery speculation.
Prime Minister Attlee says socialism will continue, rejecting Conservative calls to defer plans on the steel industry. Churchill proposed postponement to avoid crisis, but Attlee insists the program goes on, accepting risks of a fragile Labor government.
President Truman plans two transcontinental trips branded non political to press a fight on the Republican party. He may sidestep Roosevelt heritage, relying on direct voter contact and his political skill, carrying his record with him. In Pittsburg, seven tavern keepers face liquor law charges after raids show sales by the drink and gambling devices.
The piece notes John Strachey a former communist named defense minister as Attlee’s government reshapes British defense under intelligence contacts with the United States and Canada. It cites Fucha’s atomic betrayal and Whittaker Chambers’ status, raising questions on shifting loyalties and postwar alliance dynamics. It also covers Kansas veterans hospital staffing cuts, blizzard impacts, and criticism of Congress as the 80th Congress nears its second session.
The House appropriations committee refused a million dollar request to buy books for Europe. Critics argued the Marshall Plan already ships millions of books abroad while American libraries cry for funds. Rep Keefe urged prioritizing American needs while Rep Jennings warned of wasteful spending. Rankin proposed sending surplus goods instead.
American billion dollar military aid program for Western Europe began with the first shipment to France aboard the aircraft carrier Dixmude at Norfolk. France, led by Ambassador Daridan, says the aid is essential for its security and for the security of all Europe amid fears of a cold war expansion and internal communists.
Miss Hermina Zipple director of Memorial Union and University food service was elected president of the Kansas Dietetic Association at its annual meeting in Wichita. Mrs. Raymond Schwegler and others traveled to Ottawa for a luncheon hosted by Mrs. Mark Forrester. Mrs. Duane R. Smith of Chicago was visiting Topeka weekend with her daughter. Dean Henry Werner will speak at a Topeka luncheon forum Monday noon.
A jumble of social notes from a Kansas region, citing visits and entertainments. Mrs. Myra Williams Jarrell of Topeka speaks at a March 17 luncheon. Mrs. Allen Crafton to read, a rare appearance. Various visits include Mary Merrow with son Harry, Pearl Finger visiting Mrs. W. D. Keller, and Gretchen Rankin hosting Sewing Club. Embroidery and Turnverein events noted alongside Episcopal Lutheran and Methodist society gatherings.
Washington reports the first government pay raise bill of 1960, affecting about 120,000 World War I veterans in the postal service, ran into a presidential veto. The measure would cost 163 million dollars and grants automatic yearly raises for each year of war service from September 16, 1940, to June 30, 1946, potentially up to 500 dollars annually. The bill passed the House 176 to 18 but Senate action and executive opposition loom.
In Clay Center Kansas 75 people attended a state board of health hearing on stream pollution. The session at the county courthouse discussed the Republican and Blue River basins where 13 of 27 cities require sewage treatment or facility improvements. Officials cited bacterial pollution and fish kills and outlined plans to engage towns along the rivers to develop a state river pollution policy.
Four members of a Crader family died in a late night fire that destroyed a four room farm house near Advance Missouri. Father Buford Crader 26 and three sons Dwaine 6 Donald 4 and Billy 2 perished in flames while the mother Mrs Crader 25 and a younger son Dennis 3 months escaped with serious burns. The mother was found nearby with the infant and both were rushed to Cape Girardeau hospital. Neighbors suspected a kerosene stove explosion as the cause.
A quirky note questions colors that don’t run and hints at future science. A scientist predicts men could be toe free in 500 centuries, suggesting grand changes and the obsolescence of old razor blades.
A street scene hints at risk and value as men chase profit, then confront a harsh truth about worth. A nod to Shakespeare notes seven ages of man, yet the passage avoids female detail while musing on wealth and life.
A compact listing of crossword style clues across horizontal and vertical entries. The grid references mix common words with abbreviations and era language, including measurements, names, and actions. The puzzle blends plant terms, animals, pronouns, and verbs across two directions for solver decryption.
Ten educational and service clubs in Lawrence sponsor a town meeting on youth problems to be held March 17. Sessions at 8 p.m. in the high school auditorium and 3 p.m. in Frank Stronghall auditorium feature principal speaker Mrs. Paul Whitney of New York juvenile service. Open to parents teachers and all adults concerned with boys and girls.
Fort Monmouth N J March 9 The army signal corps announced development of a single strand wire that can carry a hundred television transmissions instead of one image. Inventor Dr George Gonbal a 43 year old German refugee the wire nicknamed the G string. The system promises simple efficient inexpensive cable with potential video phone use and major radar improvements for the army.
The Eudora Sunday School class met last Friday evening for a meet at the home of Mr and Mrs Charles Durr.
A noisy OCR of station identifications and show titles lists a jammed mix of Kansas City radio and TV programs across multiple stations WDAF KMBC WREN WRED WNBS and others It mentions shows like Dragnet The Lone Ranger and Vincent Lopez plus times such as 8 am and 10 am with various hosts and program notes including music segments and moves between channels.
Lawrence reports a birthday celebration for Nira Hadat with a large party hosted by Mr and Mrs Albert Winter. Attendees included Jimmy Smith, Ned Winter, and Mr Tack Howard Jr. Plenty of canasta, refreshments, and a birthday cake followed by social visits at the Lawrence home. Additional guests attended weekend events, church groups met, and Girl Scouts held meetings at the grade school. Mrs George Born hosted a gathering while the Fire Department provided badges and a future pottery lesson was planned with Prof J O Hannon and family in Olatha.
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