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Lawrence Journal World

Location

Lawrence, Kansas, United States of America

Date

Mar 17, 1948

Page

2

Congress seeks permission to sell Wyandotte Cemetery

Oklahoma congressman seeks federal authority to sell the historic Wyandotte cemetery in Kansas City Kansas. He argues the United States holds the land as a ward trust and proposes funds go to Wyandotte descendants. Scrivner notes the Wyandotte pack to be restored and burial rights preserved for the tribe amid treaty questions.

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Start of Public Hearings in Topeka and Salina Events

Public hearings of Hughway for Cidizge and research vamputtee begin in eastern half of the tale watch meetings in Salina and Manhattan, with Western counties confirm. The State meeting will be at V8 pay the Fatine county street courtroom with related games listed. Claud Mares Nenana and Pattawat set Repu tdey Washington noted.

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Constitutional Convention Proposal Goes to Council

A 1944 discussion recalls a past push for a constitutional convention amid debates on governance. The document notes prior failures but acknowledges a real demand for convocation and outlines procedural steps and historical context.

Police report on Arab deaths after track explosion

Police report 10 Arabs killed and 42 injured in an explosion blamed on an Arab truck near Kiriath Motzkin while a roadblock manned by Jews faced a separate incident. A 14-year-old daughter of the Ethiopian vice-consul was detained for questioning after being reported missing for ten hours.

Ser Kiriath Motzkin

Truman Urges Unity as Europe Faces Communist Pressures

President Truman warned of Soviet backed communist threats across Europe from Greece to Italy and called for unity at home to support the European recovery program. He praised rapid House action on aid, and noted the need for a strong military and diplomatic effort while stressing national cohesion.

Greece Italy Mr. Truman Voice of Amerea Pentagon Miltary Truman New Yor Marin Hurselves Martin Europe America Seerch Ata St. Matrick New York Army Studies Army Organized Reserve Congress

Kaput in Russia Brings U S Acclaim and Debate

A chaotic mix of cultural buzz and political reaction surrounds Khachaturian’s Sabre Dance as American entertainers and record producers rush to claim royalties. The piece sparks talk of censorship while highlighting how a classical riff becomes a pop culture fever amid wartime tensions. The article also notes political races and a Kansas business transfer, with dental access data contrasting income groups.

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Junior High Circus Delights Community With Friday Show

Junior high students stage an elaborate circus for the community at the Community Hall Friday night at 8. More than 60 learners build stands and concessions including ice cream and popcorn. A half hour of variety acts, a 15 piece band, and student performances feature throughout the program. Admission is ten cents for all.

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Foreign policy debate on presidential ticket and mobilization

A discussion by Senator D-Gadalee criticizes the approach to foreign policy and draft mobilization. He argues there should be no lengthy study before considering reserve mobilization and questions the President’s stance on using the guards and reserves.

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Ark City Edges Wittsborg In Comeback Tourney Win

In Topeka on March 17 Ark City beat Wittsborg in a decisive comeback, overcoming a late deficit by rallying in the final periods. Gibsen sparked Ark City’s surge, pulling away with a key run to reclaim the lead and secure the victory.

Launch Loan Drive Aims To Fight Inflation Nationwide

The treasury plans a three day conference to map a volunteer bond sales force similar to wartime campaigns. President Truman urged a stronger bond push last August to curb inflation, promote saving, and fund retirements of bank debt. No figures set. local quotas to be determined.

Wachter Treasury Truman

Work Started on 47,000 New Homes in February

Work began on 47,001 new dwellings in February despite favorable weather. The Bureau of Labor Statistics reported the February figure as below January and 7 percent above February 1947. About 1.00 of the new units were privately financed.

Wyhington Mar Bureau of Labor Statistics

Memorial Hospital Admissions and Discharges and Births

In Lawrence Memorial Hospital admissions include Mrs Elizabeth Handley at Lins woes M Anna Hollis and Mrs Paul Husted plus several others with addresses listed. Discharges include John Bergin Mrs Burnett Howard Mrs Nita Nyer and baby Elden Sterne. Birth reports note Mr and Mrs J R Richards welcomed a daughter yesterday. An upcoming Reserve Corps visit to KU and city offices is announced, with Dunninger the telepathist set to perform at Hoch auditorium tomorrow evening.

Elizabeth Handley Lins Anna Hollis Hamilton Dotin Albertin Desota James Moura Indiana Street Osa Viet Vermont Street Paul Husted Maxa Mana Dalton Jenpe Dalton Ruth Green New Hampshire Street John Bergin Burnett Howard East Seventeenth Street Aren Stuart Nita Nyer Elden Sterne Baby Misissippi Street R. H. Ellis Kalix Rhode Island Street Tnoia Thompson Kentucky Street Joseph Dunninger Hoch Auditorium University of Kansas Dunninger

Road repairs sought on East Nineteenth Street in Wakarusa

Warmer weekend thawed ground leaving many county roads impassable. A petition signed by residents near Fue Nineteenth Street asks the county to take over repairs and surface East Nineteenth Street between Learnard and Haskell avenues. Wakarusa township board members Howard Mitchell and York to appear before commissioners. county notes crews have filled soft spots with crushed rock and addressed two new complaints.

Fue Nineteenth Street Wanarusa Township Con Ship East Nineteenth Street Learnard and Haskell Wakarusa Chester Howard Owen Mitchell Oscar T. York Fimr Ousdahl Waid Quedaal F E. E. Larson

Downtown rummage sale mixup involving sorority and church group

In Lawrence a July rummage sale clash between Alpha Omicron Pi and Trinity Lutheran Ladies caused tension as church members withdrew and postponed. The 704 Massachusetts location confusion was spotted by a Journal-World Ad-Taker. The sorority keeps to the sale, while the Lutheran group plans a Monday offering of aprons and home cooked food. Also noted: Dr Wray Enders, former city health officer, now an anesthesiist at St Luke's, meeting a Lawrence resident at St Takes hospital, with St Luke's Knute, Kline and Ingham staff.

Alpha Omicron Pi Trinity Lutheran Truth Groups Fusion Mchusetts Journal-World St. Takes Hospital Lawrence Wray Enders St. Luke's Enders

Deaths and Funerals Dominate Kansas News Briefs

Obituaries mention John H Hassett of 1024 Connecticut Street who ran a Massachusetts Street restaurant and Albert H Gerard burial at Oak Hill with 3 30 p m service under Rev Milton Sippel. Memorials to Heart fund requested. Pallbearers listed. Also notes Mrs Frank C Bowker who died March 18 in Morris IA and Dr Frank C Bowker KU economics alum 1895 relation to Arthur Boynton. Scott County Sheriff Percy Warner named. J Kowalski obituary date March 11 noted. City Commission appoints Ray A Kramm to fill expired term.

Albert H. Gerard Rumsey Funeral Home Milton Sippel Oak Hill Cemetery Heart Fund N. E. Farringer Robert White Frank Pennet Rona Cole Carl Perkins Merle Colman Frank C. Bowker Frank Bowker Morris, I University of Emporia Kan P—Ray A. Kramm Santa Fe Tolr Aad J. A Kowalski Kowalski

Axtell Called as Witness in 1946 Vote Fraud Trial

Enos Axtell, chosen by President Truman for Kansas fifth district Democratic nomination in 1946, testified in federal court regarding nine defendants charged with vote fraud conspiracy. He recalled visiting north Kansas City precincts during the primary and said he spoke with defendant Charles Modica on that day.

McLaughlin Kansas City Mar Enos Axwll Truman Congress Inday Axtell North Side Charles Modica

Market News Wheat and Livestock Prices Across Regions

Chicago wheat drifts lower as nerves loosen. hogs steady to lower while cattle hold near steadies. Kansas City and other markets report mixed grain results with corn and soy futures uneven, and cattle receipts expected light to moderate.

Kansas City Prasad Iirey Tures

Weeara soces market and stock scene report

Market steady for ferstock with slow demand and dull tone, white storks weak. Colorado red McChares 54.05. banks U. & No mrds 5.08. poultry and meat notes include Arkansas broilers and young turkeys with mixed prices. Wall Street activity shows aircraft shares rally then pullback led by major firms. overall market cautious amid presidential address and aid plans. Wheat and cotton futures move with declines and late gains, reflecting unsettled demand and supply factors.

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Louisa Keith Thanks Friends for Support During Illness

Louisa Keith expresses gratitude for the cards gifts and telephone calls received while recovering from a recent illness.

Louisa Keith

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