Primary results reshape paths to Philadelphia convention
Report on New York primary outcomes shows Truman delegates sweeping most state districts while other candidates claim few. Democrats survey potential eastern gains to influence the Philadelphia convention, as anti-Truman sentiment remains limited outside the Bronx and the solid South. New Hampshire Democrats favor continued White House guidance.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Hia
Btaswen
Staasen
Philadelphia
Truman
Bronx
Solid South
New Hampshire
White House
Iron Rule for Czechs and Masaryk’s Death
A historical critique questions the retention of Jen Masaryk in a communist Czech cabinet as Moscow uses him to legitimize control. His suicide is seen as protest against exploitation and the belief that Czech democracy could work with the Kremlin, a hope disproved by unfolding events. Masaryk dies in despair over inability to serve his country under Soviet dominance.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Jen Masaryk
Cerechoslovaks
Masaryk
Eany
Moscow
Czechoslovakia
Creche
Czech
Kremlin
One Job at a Time Amid Postwar Nomination Rumors
The article discusses speculation that General MacArthur might seek a presidential nomination, despite his stated intent to stay in the Pacific. It notes readers interpretting the announcement as signaling departure. It also mentions Czechoslovakia and trade relations, hinting at broader postwar implications.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
MacArthur
Japan
Pacific
Haing
Provident Teshmast
Philippines Face Ongoing Disorder After Japanese Era
The new Philippine government inherits disorder from wartime rule and resistance in the islands. After Nipponese promises gave way to exploitation, locals who enjoyed American backed fairness remain wary. Even with Americans back, poverty and disorganization persist, prompting provincial opposition as the new administration learns its duties.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Tes Philippines
Huk
Nations Peasant Union
Pilivice
Philippines
Parking meters in towns eyed for traffic aid report says
Kansas Government Journal summarizes a survey showing no city with six months of meter use found it harmed traffic. Revenue data for 1947 includes Wichita 159,294 and Topeka 62,216 among others. officials deem meter revenue satisfactory while weather forecaster’s accuracy noted with mixed tone.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Kansas Government Journal
The
Journal
Atchison
Chanute
Coffeyville
Colhyeg
Concordia
Dodge City
el Dorado
Emporia
Fort Stott
Garden City
Goodland
Independence
Lawrence
Leavenworth
Liberal
Manhattan
Newton
Olathe
Ottawa
Parsons
Salina
Topeka
Wichita
Re-imposing controls on peacetime economy
A reprint of a Holyrood Gazette editorial cites Jefferson and President Truman in opposing plans to reimpose government controls on the US economy. It argues no single group can manage millions of businesses and private wealth, warning coercive methods harm individuals and freedoms.
Masaryk Death Deepens Czech Crisis and Western Debate
The column argues Jan Masaryk’s death impacts Czechoslovakia’s stance toward Moscow and the West. It posits he may have chosen withdrawal to spare his country, honoring his father Thomas Masaryk, whose legacy fuels resistance to totalitarianism. Washington’s Marshall warns of terror and growing Western concern over Prague.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Dewitt MacKenzie
Porden
Jan Masaryt
Moscow
Masaryk
Jan Masaryk
Attlee
Europe
Thomas Masaryk
Jan
Czechoslovakia
Prague
Jan Blasaryk
Inprahin
U. S
State Marshall
Alustion
Old Home Town Elects Gevene Landrith President
Gevene Landrith was elected president of the K U Women's Lif Governing association in the 20th annual election. Lincoln county youths and students from McAilanter Pinckney schools were named for a charity event at the Children's Theater in April. Notable residents include Millers, Howard Verney who won a prize, and visitors from Berkeley and Boston.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Gevene Landrith
K. U. Women's Lief
Lincoln
McAilanter and
Pinckney
Worderland
Aiven
Uf Teerl
Ven Cuildrer
Tiser
Dottle Howard
Mariie Luis Saepare
Evelyn Las
Hea Lee Bell
Ee Ane
Beatrice Billy Ra
William Neipen
Forest
Marvin Bell
Bari Lie
Newman
John Nelny
Sener Brown
Dounda Kempeen
LMHS
Jerray
Jean Werner
Will
Ees Coutumes Ser
Teeees
Sad the Frog
Es Helmes
A Millers
Aon
RE. Mc
Forty Years Ago Personal Notes in a Small Town
A garbled column recalls residents and happenings from forty years past. Mentions Sellards and Mi heen Aled ae Trem Florida, Margaret Rohe now in New York City, marriages and moves, a stove blast at a school, Cartia Hook’s arm injury while skating, and the Sieber family moving near town on the California road.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Sellards
Florida
Alford
Mies
Margaret Rohe
New York City
Mei Howard
Else Meadenhall
Dave
Topeka
Sen Paniay Sith
Hiv
Haat
Kats
Leonhard Bee
Cartia Hook
Dock
Kansas City
Frank
Sieber
Fostoria
California
Outdoor Friends Need Rain and Help for All Wildlife
A letter urges continued care for outdoor companions including birds, squirrels, cats and dogs, especially in snow. It praises generous community acts from rural and city schools and calls for ongoing humane aid beyond basic feeding, noting the broader motive beyond simple needs.
Not So Solid South by Samuel B Pettengill
Governor Tuck of Virginia seeks to avoid voting for Truman and avoid backing Republicans to recapture political bargaining power. If no presidential candidate wins 264 electoral votes, Virginia could influence electors under state law. The piece outlines historical and constitutional mechanics and assesses southern Democrats' slim chance to shift power, possibly nudging toward a two party system.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Samuel B. Pettengill
Tuck
Virginia
Truman
Reblican Hoover
Congress
Iander
Rscome Mission Crea’ Yy Congress
Washington, D. C
Ssongreas
House of Representatives
Senate
House
California hay shortage relief via Kansas farmers
Douglas county farmers have offered 400 tons of surplus hay for shipment to drought stricken California. County Agent Deal Six and others report strong farmer response as alfalfa and prairie hay are identified for possible sale, with buyers in California evaluating the supply amid a quiet winter hay market.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
California
Douglas County
Farm Bureau
Kansas State Board of Agriculture
Kimball L. Backus
Bond of Agriculture
Kansas
Funeral rites for locality figures at Williams town
Fragmentary obituary notes a funeral at Williams town cemetery for local residents including Orituart of Lawrences and Frank of Witnestown with August Bearman. The minister Rev Hatha L Beller of Perry officiated. Partial records mention Pattie nebaels with session lengths around a year.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Lawrences
Aoe
Red City
Frank
Witnestown
August Bearman
Peices
Modern Manners for Hosting at Hotels and Social Events
Guidance on hosting a mixed group dinner at a hotel or restaurant. Plan seating and centerpieces with the headwaiter, prepay or arrange payments, use a credit card if costs are uncertain, and assign seating with placecards for large groups. Emphasizes hostess duties, budget framing, and etiquette for invitations and formal addresses.
Tests Planned For 42 000 Pound Bomb Flight Data
Wichita reports about 12 test drops planned for the 42 000 pound general purpose bomb weighing 21 tons. First test already conducted in California, bomb not charged with explosives. Boeing modified a B 1 to carry the missile and designed by the army ordnance department for the air force early in 1945.
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Wichita
Kan
Mar
Marec Bb Calif
Army
Boeing Airplane Company
Tarny Ordnance ‘Department
Air Force
Boeing
Last Invitations Go in Mail for Rural Acquaintance Smoker
More than 1550 invitations for the 12th annual Rural Acquaintance Smoker, set for Thursday March 18, will be mailed by the Lawrence Chamber of Commerce. Keith Lawton said merchants are still naming invitees but expect the list to be finished tonight. A full program of entertainment refreshments and added attractions is planned for the event.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Lawrence Champer
Keith Lawton
Chamber of Commerce
Pedestrian Apologizes After Being Hit by Motorist
A pedestrian apologized after a collision with a motorist. The report notes the incident amid a broader discussion on jaywalking and time lost, highlighting public safety concerns.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Scence
Stalea
Pleasant Grove News Highlights Family Visits and Local Cheer
Pleasant Grove residents note Kitty Lorntia TLorntia returned home from Lawrence Memorial Hospital after several days of care. Joe, Hester, and Judy Dillon visited and helped with domestic tasks. The community gathered for school events, birthday surprise for Mrs. Alsstriet, and a program at Jseaut Valley schoolhouse with many neighbors attending and lending support.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Tlorntia
San Araay
Lawrence Memorial Hospital
Mra. Ramer
Tola
Hester Johnson
Anit Fame
Jack Dilton
Pad Dithin
Char Takeshe
Cowa
Judy Dillon
Hele
Tad Dillon
Robbins
Peon
Donald Chmeehtuh
Cloyd Magen
Bud Millen
Dillon
Jseaut Valley
Tven
Chester Johnson
Sandra
Clarence Reaman
Rawal
Tom Dillon
Ehir Jotre
Chester Tingie
Jimmy
Minsatl
Chester Johnzon
Laarence Heaman
Hoy Ponte
Mire Harnes
Puller
John Tiantell
Meadowlark 4-H program and community club events
Fairview Meadowlark 4-H presented songs plays and rings in White Groom at the school on Wednesday evening with a plate supper. The program repeated at the Community club in Sumber 8 Friday. Visitors included Mrs. Donald Alford and Patricia. Lawrence had Mr and Mrs Ed Eckman and family visiting Say evening. Funeral services for Mrs Frank Borrell, longtime resident, were held at Pumsy funeral home with many neighbors and friends attending. The Rev Iratilarc officiated.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Meadowlark 4-H
Revlini
Tore
Commountity Club
Sumber
Donald Alford
Patricis
Midland Rural Club
Bre
Clara Jona
Lawrence
Mra
Ed Eckman
Fam- Ny
Vinland
Frank Borrell
Iratilarc
Radio Program Guide Notes Clear Evening Schedule
A fragmentary listing outlines Thursday and Friday radio programs across stations including WKB, WABC, and WDAF. Mentions Henry Morgan, Jack Carson, and miscellaneous show names with uncertain times and hosts.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Bening, Maren
Kubc
Henry Morgan
Rurna
Jack Carson
Ren—Van Did
Icrephane
RMC
Leverton Gana
WDAF
Local Notables and Farewell for Parker Family
A large crowd gathered at the Vinland schoolhouse Saturday evening to bid farewell to Mr. and Mrs. Clarence Parker who have resided here for 15 years and will move to Nowersock farm near Vinland. Mrs. Murle Howard attended a Vinland farm meeting at Rose's home Thursday. A death notice notes Charles ire of Artington, California, passing at home. March WSC meeting held at Vid Perkins home with Mrs. Marie Howard hosting.
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Eudora
Flareview
Af Deinted
Herve Hoskrion
John Hownan
Ard Cowles
Wilhaie Hoeble
Cheater
Narwe Ant
Eugene Teary
Ebnl
Women's Society of
Oh Senior
Viniand Grange
Murle Howard
Vinland Farm
Bureng Walt
Rose
Neishboream
Clarence Parker
Siva
Firnent Htalnton
Abel Patera
Parker Faso
Nowersock Farm
Viniand
John Mitchwll
Vale Market
Nerg
Charias
Artington
Calif
Mearns
Ana
Protec
Hiedena
Lienay
Kearney
Thememset Leary
Leary
Cora
Whedon
Vid Perkins Ndoceday
Marie Howard
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Gore Espaelee
Juan
Canshoslovekia
Maine
Jefferson
Howard Verney
V. C. Polson
Ida Jean
Berkeley
Aerners
Ats
Shaw
United States
D.aj
Warren Robinson Austin
Jon
United Nations
Eame
Mr. Austin
Ch.s
Mrs. Shaw
John Peacia Jones
K.S.H
Halcochean
Pleasant Grove
Fairview
Beaman Beaman
HANNA
WDAK
Mule Ty Adic
Mildred Seasat
Stowits Rexall Store
Gearentold Reusch
Berry Tours
Mexico
Bermuda
Teamship Reservationa
Downs Travel Serv
Wright
Magnavox Radio
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