Czech Leader Masaryk Death Shocks Prague Protests
Prague reports Masaryk son of Tomas Garrigue Masaryk, founder of Czechoslovakia, leapt from a second story window dying at 61. Government officials confirmed the foreign minister died as talks of alignment with the new communist cabinet unfold amid mixed reactions from parliament and public crowds.
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Prague
Pjan Masaryk
Ley
Masaryk
Thome Maparsk
Republi
Nistey
Roment
Anton Dvorak
Rathreem
Czechoslovak Delegate Demands UN Inquiry
Lake Success March 10 The Czechoslovak chief delegate urged the United Nations Security Council to investigate the coup in Czechoslovakia and accuse Premier Stalin Russia with insincerity. The diplomat expressed concern over events in Moravia and named key officials while pressing for a thorough inquiry and accountability.
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Lake Success
United Nations Sesurr Council
Finland's Delegation Forced to Moscow Pact Talks
In Helsinki on March 19, seven members of Finland's delegation to negotiate with Russia reportedly asked to be relieved of their assignment but were compelled by the president to proceed. Premier Mauno Pekkala will head the seven man group expected to depart for Moscow in about two days, with some members from anti pact parties.
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Stassen
New Hampshire
Frank Sulloway
Dwight D. Eisenhower
Altho
Eisenhower
F.M
Dewey
Minnesota
Melsinki
Finland
Russia
Moscow
Juro K. Osasikivi
Mauno Pekkala
Helsinki
Jalin
Helsingin Sanomat
Stunned by Death of Jan Masaryk Shapes Western Reactions
London reports rapid Western reaction to the Czech diplomat Jan Masaryk’s death amid claims of suicide and assassination. British officials suggested possible communist betrayal of Czechoslovakia while refugees in Germany doubted Masaryk took his own life. Washington figures, including Dean Acheson, expressed sorrow and respect for Masaryk as an old friend. Meanwhile a Czech exile, Dr Jura Slavik, asserted Masaryk sacrificed himself to reveal reality in Czechoslovakia. In editorials, papers across Western capitals weighed the incident and its political implications.
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London
Jan Masaryk
Czechoslovakia
Germany
Tasaryk
Masaryk
Washington
Dean Acheson
Secetary of State
Jura J. Slavik
United States
Masarvi
Blizzard Strikes Oklahoma Slowing Roads and Traffic
A severe blizzard sweeps across northwestern Oklahoma, causing drifted highways and road closures. Guymon records 4 degrees, the coldest official reading. stronger storms impair rail and road travel across the region.
New Snow Storm Delays Kansas Roads and Livestock Safety
A new snow storm swept Kansas with zero temperatures and strong winds, creating blizzard conditions in the southwest and west central areas. Drifts up to three feet closed highways around Garden City and Dodge City, halted school, postponed funerals, and delayed a regional basketball tourney. Livestock care grew urgent as the wheat crop remained protected by prior snow. temperatures ranged from below zero in several towns to single digits elsewhere, with continuing snowfall expected.
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Topeka
Kansas
Dodge City
Junction City
S. D. Flora
Concordia
Goodland
Philipsburg
Atchison
Lawrence
Wichita
Leavenworth
Chanute
Ioa
Coffeyville
United States population hits new high in 1947 growth
Washington reports U S population reached 45 340 000 at start of 1947 with a record 3 908 000 births. Low death rate and net immigration of about 215 000 aided the gain. Population rose 10.4 percent since April 1 1940 and 13 700 000 people by January 1 1948.
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Washington
Mar
United States
Census Bureau
Bureau
U. S
Nazi officers sentenced for Himmler program offenses
Court records show Elite Guard officers carried out the Heinrich Himmler program targeting racial elements. They received prison terms ranging from 10 years to life for their roles in the actions deemed undesirable by the Nazi regime.
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Foernberg
Caenany Barpee SS
Guendi
Heinrich Himmler
Nazia
California acts to save power daylight time adopted
Sacramento reports Californians will observe daylight saving time starting Sunday to conserve power after a searing drought caused a critical shortage. Governor Warren plans to sign once received, with the measure lasting until January 16, 1916, unless emergency ends sooner.
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Sacramento
Mar
Warren
Alumni to Gather for Memorial Union Conference
About 200 alumni from across the state and beyond will meet at the Memorial Union for a national alumni conference. Highlights include displays, a dinner, entertainment, and speeches by Justice Hugo Weilell and Chancellor Deane W. Malott. Jack Taylor will train delegates on local fund raising as Douglas County leads in contributions toward a $500,600 goal.
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Ise
Univers
Kansmoria
Memorial Union Building
Hugo Weilell
General Association
Deane W. Malott
Jack Taylor
Douglas County
Kansas
ShiGocu
Taylor
Dousrlas
Hellringore
Frankin County
Jefferson
Johnson
Leavenworth
Otage
Hermina Zipple
Cuion
Pat Thiessen
John Irwin
Gordon Sonker
Mary Lou Warner
Paul Warner
Bud Francia
Margaret Meeks
Ogden Jones
Fred Montgomery
Persis 3Nook
Kenneth Postelt
Threat to Gas Supply in Three States
In Kansas City on March 10, severe blizzard conditions hit Kansas Missouri and Oklahoma threatening gas supply. Ben C Adams president of the Gas Service Company asked for help from all home users as industrial customers in Kansas Missouri southern Nebraska and northern Oklahoma were cut off. Strong winds and heavy snow caused unprecedented gas demand with no relief in sight. A frozen gas line near Lyons Kansas hinders repair and telephone service is down in some towns.
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Kansas City
Mar
Kansas
Oklahoma
Missouri
Ben. C. Adama
Nebraska
Adam
Adams
Lyons
Kan
Posey
Kansas Public Service Company
Lawrence Gas
Ware
Lawrence Municipal
Santa Fe
Union Pacific
Tournaments Postponed On Account Of Weather
Weather caused the largest upset in Kansas high school basketball regional play with postponements for Dodge City Garden City Arkansas City and Kingman regionals. Some games began yesterday with Class A and B results. Class AA was set to start today at multiple regional sites. Buhler defending Class A champion opened title defense by beating Sterling 33 to 22 at the Lyons regional.
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Topeka
Mar
Kansas
Dodge City
Garden City
Arkansas City
Kingman
Buhler
Sterting
Lyons
He Lyons Ress
Rural travel hit by late winter snowstorm
A sharp March blizzard struck Lawrence and rural areas with ten inches of snow and 25 mph winds. Drifting blocked several east west highways while main routes stayed open. Temperatures plunged to 5 degrees with 1.20 inches of snow at 11 am. Gas, air, and rail services reported reduced operations and delays as crews worked to clear roads and manage supplies.
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Abilene
Salina
Fers
Larson
Lawrence
Union
Althe
C. J. Posey
Kansas
Hovre Enting At &Station
Ste
Pree
Mhiepen
Denver
Edler
Fort Worth
Sena
York
Washington
Death by own action found in garage near Connecticut street
Raymond Johnson twenty five was found dead by hanging in a garage at 906 Connecticut street last night. Dr Ray Clark, county coroner, ruled the death a suicide. Burt Johnson, the father, found the body about 7 30 p m after going to check why Raymond had not returned home. Firemen and a doctor attempted to revive him. Funeral set for Funk's Chapel at 1 30 p m Friday with Rev I Nevenswander officiating. Surviving are his parents, Burt and Mrs Johnson, his grandparents, and two brothers Rolland and Delbert.
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Raymond Johnson
Connecticut Street
Ray Clark
Douglas County
Burt F. Johnson
L. Dawson
Raymond
Johnson
Rolland
Funk's Chapel
I. Nevenswander
Burt Johnson
L L. Daw
Delbert
Farm Loan Association Holds Annual District Meeting
About 100 people from five eastern Kansas counties braved a snowstorm to attend the National Farm Loan Association district meeting at the I O O F hall. H A Kaths regional manager of the federal land bank at Wichita addressed the gathering and officers for the next year were elected.
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Kansas
National Farm Loan Association
H. A. Kaths
Federal Land Bank
Wichita
Severe cold grips central states in arctic blast
Chicago reports a deep freeze as a severe cold wave sweeps the middle nation. Temperatures drop to between zero and 35 below, with the arctic air extending from the Rockies to the Great Lakes and northern plains. Forecasters expect the frost belt cold to continue, while readings in New England stay near normal.
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Chicago
Mar
Rockies
Plains
Great Lakes
Grand Forks
N. D
Texas
Pacific Northwest
New England
Rededication Week Links Freedom Train to Lawrence
Mayor James H. Varsens announced a two week Rededication Program beginning May 20 to spotlight American liberty. The seven car Freedom Train with 127 historic documents will reach a Santa Fe siding at 2 a.m. on June 2 and open to the public at 10 a.m. In between, forums, study sessions and community events will engage Lawrence and nearby communities.
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James H. Varsens
Lawrence
United States
Parsons
Lawrence Rededication
John Hae
American Heritage Foundation
Baldwin
Eudora
DeSoto
Tonganoxie
Oskaloosa
Perry
Lecompton
Vin- Yand
Overbrook
Douglas County
Santa Fe
Red Cross Drive Passes 10,000 Mark in Snowbound Day
Despite a severe snowstorm in the county, the Red Cross fund drive reached the $10,000 milestone with about $9,000 still needed to reach the 1948 goal of $18,891. Kelvin Hoover, drive chairman, urged any overlooked donors to call the Red Cross office at 405 for a pickup, noting gifts of $25 or more. Domestic and local business backers include Milton Ramsey and several employers and banks listed among contributors.
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Red Cross
Kelvin Hoover
Milton Ramsey
Mary S
Hayden
Buryne
Tombry
Lawrence
Vepper
Hartting Co
Lawrence National Bank
Walter Heck
Arthur Heck
Standard Life
Chevrolet Shirehours
Noel Hank Emr
Mitchell
Saunders
Lawrence Spring Opening Delayed To March Nineteenth
Lawrence stores postpone their spring opening from Friday night to Friday March 19 after a committee vote due to weather. Wimer Peouher, committee chair, confirmed plans remain the same for next week. A separate report states two used cameras and a Trav-Ler portable radio were stolen Monday from Wright's Appliance, 846 Massachusetts Street, prompting police notification by store manager L. L. Smith.
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Lawrence
Wimer Peouher
Beougher
Wright
Massachusetts Street
L. L Smith
13 NAMED TO CITY SCHOOL POSITIONS
The Lawrence board of education elected 13 principals and supervisors for 1948-49 at its March meeting. Jack Stevenson became citywide music supervisor, replacing Olver Hobbs who takes leave to study graduate work. Other appointees include principals, elementary music, and supervisory posts, with salaries to be set after April teacher elections.
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Lawrence City
Board of Education
Showl
Jack Stevenson
Isas
Syuptem
Woestemeyer
Leslie Tupy
Corlett Cotton
Henry Shenk
Ralph Pine
Dick Wagetaff
Russell Carter
BE. 1. Voing
W. H. Quakenbush
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Opal Duvne Remedy
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Kraft @ Starr
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Lawrence Willys Co
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