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Newspaper
Lawrence Journal World
Location
Lawrence, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Mar 22, 1948
Page
4
A column reflects on postwar European diplomacy, noting cautious shifts in policy and the stalled Trieste partition talks. It discusses Allied and Yugoslav pressures, buffer plans, and the difficulty of reaching a stable settlement amid competing aims and threatening tensions.
A garbled report discusses a renewal situation affecting Woh tase and Svotewick county residents. It mentions potential extreme drought, growing concerns, and a plan that may involve charges or actions by local authorities.
The text discusses beliefs about fascism and communism, noting Mrs Teer’s stance on assisting fascists and the broader aim of countering totalitarian regimes. It references Germany Italy and Russia, with mentions of aid restrictions and the United States aiming to reestablish representative government while opposing totalitarianism and Soviet influence. It reflectsCold War era tensions and debates on foreign policy.
A historical note discusses United Nations committees examining press freedom, praising the U.S. First Amendment while criticizing efforts to license or curb media. It argues outside pressure seeks to control U.S. speech, claiming the press remains free and that universal free press would foster international friendship and understanding.
A New York Herald Tribune reporter traveled with the Wallace party and described Henry Wallace’s campaign as a traveling road show. Attendees paid fees, from 19 cents to $240, to hear him speak, with supporters arguing donations funded fighting big corporations and press opposition and to avert war. The Minnesota and Chicago meetings drew large crowds despite the admission charges.
The Parsons Sun reports a proposed state highway problem triggers a fight over tax changes. It cites proposed cloning of a tax collection system and notes revenue contrasts between Front tax on gasoline exemptions and farm exemptions, arguing for immediate highway funding corrections. Representative Scrivner of Kansas urges urgent debate on emergency needs and military training.
A Kansas newspaper survey suggests veterans favor Eisenhower over MacArthur, with many distrusting military discipline and preferring Ike’s genial leadership. The piece notes personal appeal and voter mood may shape a straw poll among ex servicemen and taxpayers.
February 1948 notes recount the Yalta Crimea conference outcomes, UN formation, German reparations talks, and postwar power wrangling. It covers Allied veto roles, occupation zones, and shifting leadership in Poland and Yugoslavia, highlighting tensions shaping early UN and peace efforts.
Mrs. A Henley spoke at a Douglas County Isterival Society meeting. Passersby admire a Japanese magnolia at Otto Fischer’s home. Miss Anna Marie Frazier hosted at the Colonial for Virginia St Clair ahead of her upcoming marriage. Mrs. Ralph Kieffer and son Alan traveled to Kansas City for a visit.
Twenty five years ago the K U dramatic club presents Mr Pim Passes By by A A Hile on Monday at Bowertoch. The Four Horsemen of the Apocalypse with Rade ph Valentine will perform Thursday at Bowertoch. Miss Jeanette McElhiney hosted Phun Phinders Monday. Mr and Mrs Wol Kiefer announce the birth of a son on March 18. Frank Sommer, previously patient at Veterans hospital in Kansas City, returned home yesterday.
Forty years ago Mrs Edward M Wallace and Hagerman spent the day in Kansas City. Miss Nadine Nowlin also traveled to Kansas City while Mrs C K Hubach and son Ralph joined the excursion. Hobo Shieifer and Miss iter were listed for Kansas City as well.
The text reviews Allied wartime diplomacy, noting Britain’s entanglements and communist accusations, successive cabinets, and Japan-Russia hostilities. It highlights Soviet gains in Manchuria and Sakhalin, Port Arthur, and Dairen, plus postwar leadership changes with Roosevelt and Churchill fading and Stalin enduring, including lingering Yalta era issues and key advisers.
Editor notes that annual school district meetings require posting budgets at three public places, including the schoolhouse door. The piece suggests mailing notice cards to district families to improve reading rates and interest, arguing for a law change to allow this method alongside existing postings.
Seventy seven children visited the public library for a Saturday story hour. Fifty one came from North Lawrence while others were brought from Woodlawn school. Mrs Elizabeth South led the stories and several children received library card applications to use the library for summer reading. Ages ranged from about four to fourth grade with two children under four and two mothers present.
A dense word grid lists clues from 1 to 47 spanning science, language, and everyday items. Entries include physics, chemistry, anatomy, and household terms, challenging solvers to map each clue to a precise answer and fill the vertical and horizontal intersections.
Washington notes President Truman warns the world faces a critical struggle as communism spreads. The piece explains democracy’s slowness in crises due to debate and public input, contrasts with dictatorship, and outlines Marshall Plan adoption by Europe and U.S. Congress debates and funding steps ahead.
A letter appeals to teens starting Easter vacation urging restraint and courtesy. It describes loud crowded scenes at a soda fountain and streets, arguments about delays at pharmacies, and calls for consideration of others while enjoying springtime freedom. Parents sign the note, urging better behavior during the holiday.
Letters answer how to engrave a silver porridge bowl. Advice covers including baby's full name from and sender on the final line and the christening date. Also clarifies vice president duties in the Senate, noting the president pro tempore acts as presiding officer, not as vice president.
The text notes months and nations as potential targets, with President Truman urging Congress to pass two draft measures. One would rapidly build up armed forces, the other provide military training for youths. Congress is split, action unclear, and timing stalled by election year concerns.
Bernard Lesser, 26, unmarried and in New York, says a sweepstakes ticket from Sheila's Cottage will net about 100000, with 67000 owed to the U S government after his 1948 income tax. He bought the ticket two months ago on a hunch, turned down 10000 offer, and plans a Miami vacation in early April.
New York March 26 An Afropavo or Congo peacock will reside at the Bronx Zoo. The zoo says it is the first of its kind kept in captivity. Snared in the Belgian Congo the bird was collected for the New York Zoological Society expedition. It is bronzy green gold and brown and about the size of a ring necked pheasant.
In Eudora the WoO U. Y. club held a potluck dinner at the home of Mr. and Mrs. Fine d Rrners with attendees including Mr. and Mrs. Ralph Davids and several others. Bridge prizes went to Mr. and Mrs. J. D. Adams, John Kazmaier, and Joe Strobel. next meeting slated for Wednesday after anon in April at Mrs. Ralph Davids’ or hostess Mr. and Mrs. Don Jos. The article notes relocation of a meeting to the White building on Main Street’s east side from Rural Electric. Also mentions the Rask ere conference with Commerce attendance.
The passage notes a Sunday dinner at Mr and Mrs Goce Gaeiel and attendance at lateral services at a local church. It mentions guests including Mrs Alt Oesog and Mrs Willard detayers, plus a sewing and reading circle at the church and various local names at social events and demonstrations.
Reltone unveils a compact hearing aid promising clear sound with adjustable tone. Attendees at a medical forum praise its weight, comfort, and self-titting controls. Makers offer a free descriptive booklet and home demonstration without cost.
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