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Newspaper
Lawrence Journal World
Location
Lawrence, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Mar 19, 1952
Page
4
Local Kansas summary fragment mentions Associated Press and audit bureau. text is fragmented and unreadable for a full event read. No clear person, place, date, or action can be determined from the readable portions.
A new book by an author close to Truman presents his view on controversial matters and his place in history. Several public figures including James Innes and Henry Wallace dispute aspects of the portrayal. Democratic opinion is mixed on whether Truman intends to run again or completes his tenure to influence history.
Reported actions show the juvenile strike leaders broadening their influence beyond a limited area as truck drivers face detours to Kansas City with impounded trucks behind picket lines near Topeka. Officials say such unsafe travel threatens royal traffic and public policy to keep routes open.
A wide editorial critique argues spending alone cannot win the defense program. It cites dubious jet production figures, urges efficiency, public accountability, and warns against overreliance on limited warfare theory while noting doubled aid to Chiang Kai-shek and personnel shifts in the Air Force. It also mentions tax collection weedouts and a Kilroy-tinged note on St. Patrick, Missouri.
The eighth capsule from the glass bowl in Washington details people and events across Kansas and nearby towns. Births, visits, dinners, Legion events, and university faculty gatherings fill the column with names like Whites, Turley, Lacisie, Brinkman, and Mechem while noting travels to Paola, Athens, and Wellington and a birthday party for Fay Charlotte.
A clipped public note mentions Mrs. Hayes Jones and Miss Carrie Lang with a verse from Psalms. It states Mrs. WL EL Tenney is visiting Kansas City. The fragmentary item reflects a social or religious-themed notice in a local paper.
Lawrence readers reply about dog licensing and enforcement. The Douglas County Humane Society stresses humane care, owner responsibility, and that licensed dogs are not stray. Citizens urged to file complaints for dangerous or disruptive dogs, allowing action by authorities and the society to address concerns.
A reflective piece questions the town’s progress and guest impressions asking where the hotel and everyday homes are and whether out of town influence harms locals. It laments rising houses, a son growing for another man, and the value of land and votes amid perceived change.
A reader argues for affordable housing in Lawrence, condemning high rents and prejudice. The letter supports helping fellow citizens to inspire moral, educational, and spiritual city growth and urges voting for a compassionate leader. It reflects concerns over housing, race or creed, and the role of home in a child’s future.
A critic notes poets share one fault in common writing poems. The piece highlights the critique and reflects on the allure of the simple life and its misfit with modern poetic concerns. The tone is observational and lightly humorous.
A Chicago thief admitted he sought what he could get and faces involvement in a case tied to family disputes over purses. The article notes occasional staged bouts within families and cites a Hollywood slogan about love and loss.
James Marlow reports on Morris the New York lawyer denied subpoena power by Congress. Without such power Morris faces limits testing government records and must rely on grand juries and district attorneys. He compares his situation to skiing with one hand tied, still able but off balance.
Reports from Munsan and Panmunjom say negotiators discussed a possible compromise on prisoner exchange as discord continues. Col Kinney noted some agreement on ports, while key issues remain unresolved including voluntary versus forced repatriation, reparations of airfields, and Soviet supervision by the UN.
The K U carillon recital returns tonight from 7 to 7 30 featuring Variations on Dhalie Meamnan and a program including Nocturne Midsummer and Adagio and Andante. Performances by Marian Jeraill and Milford Tl Mibre with works such as Hymn Come Thou Almighty King and Joyful Joyful We Adore Thee. The event is at the carillon in Farn der with selections including Crimson and the Blue and Black to the Color of My True Love's Hair.
Milford H Myhre, carillonneur at First Plymouth Church Lincoln, will perform at the University School of Fine Arts Sunday afternoon. A former pupil of Ronald Barnes, Myhre has served as Lincoln’s carillonneur since August 1950 after four years as Barnes’s assistant.
Six Lawrence area students join the University of Kansas College Daze show to be presented at Fraser Theater on April 29 20 May 2 and 5 under Student Union Activities sponsorship. Cast members include Winton Winter Linus Alonge Frazier Nancy Gilchrist Mona Ste Rocelyn Roars Route 3 David Johnson Winona St. and Bob Laughlin Tonganoxie.
Washington reports the hen supplies protein at low cost. The Agriculture Department says hens lay enough eggs to feed two large meals per person daily, at eight to ten cents per individual, aiding families with tight budgets.
Representative Hope of Kansas calls for a national resources policy rather than patchwork. Speaking at the North American Wildlife conference he supported a panel on possible legislation for renewable national resources.
A light blue pillbox beret with red piping and a red ribbon cockade is created for Ike supporters. A Sally Victor design, made for the Wilson, Conn. Eisenhower committee, features a prominent "I Like Ike" button on the front.
The Oklahoma Weather Improvement Association postponed a rainmaking contract decision to April 2, delaying awarding to Water Resources Development Association of Denver or North American Weather Consultants of Pasadena. The Denver firm holds the current contract expiring May 15. Cloud seeding planned in 10 counties across Kansas Oklahoma and Texas.
Puzzle style list of partial clues and answers including terms like Self-esteem Hoisted Click beetle Feminine appellation and Pro quarterback Otte Spanish painter and other partial entries. Reads like a segmented crossword with mismatched numbers and incomplete definitions in a vertical column format.
Radio program schedule listing stations KUMO WREN WD AF and others for Wednesday March 15 and Thursday March 21 including Top of the Evening Mystery Theater Lone Ranger Ford overall lineup features talk shows, music, old time radio drama, boxing news, Bible programs and local market reports with multiple time slots per hour and station identifiers.
Mrs Grorce Gerstenberger presided at the St Pauls Wom ens Guild March meeting with devotionals led by Mrs George Barty and the Lesson on National Missions guided by Mrs Clarence Broers. Hostesses included Mrs Arthur Bernie and others. Society notes mention AFIT assignment, visits, birthday dinner, and local gatherings in Eudora.
Wednesday March 19 schedule includes multiple shows and times across local channels. Notable items feature Tomorrow Tangtera segment and presale notices, with a weather forecast for the Community Forum area and Plainelotheainam region.
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