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Newspaper
Lawrence Journal World
Location
Lawrence, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Mar 16, 1949
Page
4
A garbled newspaper snippet from Journal-World parodying printing details, rates, and a March meeting note. The legible portion references The World Company publication, Associated Press, and a March 15 meeting with scattered phrases about distribution and mail rates.
A report from Atlanta outlines a movement opposing war financing and tax policy. Citizens resist high defense spending by deducting from income taxes while emphasizing representative government and public warrants reflecting the public will.
An American plane record prompts debate on a 24 hour nonstop senatorial filibuster. The piece notes Lowiniana's Ejletiler faltered after 12 hours 21 minutes, while the aim shifts to continuous in-flight oratory and refueling challenges, signaling colleges may push for a new era in speech departments.
A first case under the new liquor statute in Ellinwood features a woman charged with possessing more liquor than allowed. The judge noted lack of precedents, imposing the legal fine. The Great Bend Tribune comments on irony as the state dries out and Mrs. Kipp faces court. Christine is held in good regard in Ellinwood. A Lawrence man, after filing 1948 income tax, finds that federal and state taxes net him slightly more than two months’ income.
Pittsburg Headlight editor notes on improving freight train aesthetics and the caboose, suggesting cushions and visibility upgrades while warning about cost and practicality. Topeka news recalls the state senate vetoing girl pages and hints at upcoming legislative tension as winter tempers stall fruit buds.
Foreign affairs analysis by Howard Blakeslee weighs left and right politics, despotism, and democracy versus Bolshevism, arguing terms left and right mislead without specificity. Also reports a Marbles Tournament charity game in Wichita and a Pittsburg home fire destroying a student family residence.
A writer discusses gender roles and domestic control while a Michigan man who smashed a juke box is ruled insane. The piece ponders how close many are to insanity and comments on social norms and behavior.
Dr and Mrs H H Lane announce the engagement of their daughter Eleanor Hope to R Richard Jenner of Chanute. Mr and Mrs Paul Thompson announce the birth of a son Paul Derome on March 11. Mrs R L Crow hosts seventh birthday party for Joe Crow with many children present. Mrs Ralph Hartig and Mrs Leslie Welch host surprise party for Melville Tanner. Mr and Mrs Paul Widener announce birth of daughter Joyce Loann, visiting relatives, as she attends a theater party in Kansas City tomorrow night to see the Ziegfeld Follies. Stella Button marries Barney Bucher of Coffeyville at Rev Frank Jennings home. Mu Phi Epsilon dinners host by patronesses for active chapter.
Forty years ago Whitsed Laming returned from New York after contract work on a new electric line. The Eudora school board considers closing schools due to a measles outbreak. Mrs. Harry Sick breaks her right arm. Mrs. David Krehbiel hosts twenty guests for her son August Chath. McCoy of Williamstown spends yesterday here.
Twenty five years ago Miss Susie Hulce hosted the Sunday school class gathering at her Michigan Street home. An afternoon program over WDAF was set for Sunday with violinist Eldon Ardrey, tenor Karl Bratton, and soprano Margaret Drennon, accompanied by Kathleen Simpson. Edna Patterson of Boston also noted.
State police and investigators opened a probe into public sales of war surplus radio sets with a hidden explosive charge. More than 1 1sets have been sold in Michigan, mainly to amateur radio operators who strip the units for parts. Police warn buyers to leave the devices alone until safety is proven. Each unit contains TNT likely to kill if triggered during handling or fall apart, costing the government about one thousand dollars per set. A Detroit dealer advertised them at 4.95 dollars each. the sets weigh about 40 pounds.
Eudora Miller and Mrs F G Nichols of Missaen hosted a poluck supper after a Methodist Youth event. Lenten services planned at Ottawa church with district superintendent GoM Reteoure presiding. Local guests included Brown and Daugherty families from Gardner and Olathe, with several others visiting and attending readings and gatherings through the week.
A columnist explains that the best parties are simple and well planned. Emphasizes guest mix, advance prep, modest refreshments, abundant ashtrays, and tidy spaces. Advises tact, calm hosting, and briefing helpers for small gatherings.
A garbled society item outlines a Tri Delta gathering at Baker University with a dinner, honors, and a scholarship presentation. It notes the chapter house entertainment by Mrs Weal and Mrs Agcon Nel, the initiation of a pledge, and various local residents attending or mentioned, including Miss Carel Hawke hurst, Maurie Dee, Jane Kun, and several guests from Wichita, Chicago, and Kansas City.
Sir and Mrs Amos Westerhouse Jr hosted dinner guests their daughter and family Mr and Mrs Levand Lawson and two children. Arvon Gate Gerstenberger visited Mr and Mrs Eugene Weaverhouse. Eocene Westerholee moved southeast of town. Florence Milburn of Shivcoch visited with Cyril Milburn and children. Mithun is recovering slowly from a bullet wound. Willam Miller hosted a luncheon with Margie Roscberger Mia Charlea Durr and M. Viarence Daugherty. Maxine Miller, student at Kansas University, spent the weekend with relatives. Judy Haur and Joan Haur, box students, visited with their parents. Attendees at church services included the Gabels and guest families. The ladies’ vangelical church noted a program with Mrs Erne terstenberger at the piano.
A word puzzle style entry listing multiple horizontal and vertical clues for a bird of prey themed crossword. The grid references and clues include abbreviations and Latin terms with several cross references such as speedier interstice and essential being, and various abbreviations for professions and metals.
Radio programming listing for WDAE WDAF WHAF KCMO KMBC and others shows evening schedules for March 15 with shows like Supper Club Burnett and Groucho Marx. It also notes social notices including weddings and civic events. local names include Grace Irwin and D. Robbins with mentions of the Lima Peru connection and Founders Day activities.
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