Kefauver campaign gains steam in California
Sen. Estes Kefauver pressed a rapid California drive after offering peace to pro-Stevenson forces upset in Minnesota. Stevenson regroups in Chicago for potential tests against Kefauver in Florida on May 29 and California June 5, with delegate contests in Alaska and the District of Columbia. Johnson weighs favoring a possible favorite son bid as Chandler floats a dark horse run. The piece covers shifts in Democratic prospects and party figures through early summer.
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Happy) Chandler
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Snider to Leave Kansas Highway Commission After 16 Years
Harold Snider will retire from the Kansas State Highway Commission on April 1, after 16 years of service. He has been the longest-serving member since 1929, representing Northeast Kansas, with projects totaling millions in construction and maintenance across Lawrence and Douglas County. His successor is Ivan Wassburg of Manhattan.
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Hall denounces 6th District convention as a disgrace
Gov. Fred Hall condemned the 6th District Republican convention at Beloit as a disgrace to the party. The meeting elected or recommended three anti-Hall delegates to the national convention and censured Hall for interference in delegate selection. He urged that the outbursts reflected the selfish minority’s failure to accept his election and urged adherence to party traditions.
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Hall
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Egypt reports training of officers in Poland confirmed
Egyptian sources confirm London reports that army officers and noncommissioned officers from Egypt are receiving training in Communist Poland. The Cairo government did not comment on the matter.
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Farmer questions after paying income tax
The Atchison Globe reports a farmer expressing doubt about affording further government help after paying his income tax. The quote reflects financial strain and concern over taxpayer support during the current period.
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Atchison Globe
Cool Weekend Ahead Not Cold
Forecast says temperatures will not reach Fridays 71 degree peak but will stay warm enough for yard work. Noon reading hints a high near 60 while tonight may dip to near freezing and Sunday afternoon stays mild. Ground dried from Wednesday rain with no more showers. March moisture totals remain below normal.
Sunflower Plant to Operate Through 1957 Extension Noted
Sunflower Ordnance Works will continue producing ammunition propellants for at least another year. Hercules Powder Co. contract extended to March 31, 1957, with Maj. Donald L. Catherman and Richard C. Tucker confirming. Plant near Sunflower expected to maintain about 2,300 workers. peak WW II and Korean War staffing cited for context.
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Hall Forces Beaten In Final Fight For National Delegates
RELOIT, P-Gov., Fred Hall supporters lost the last round in district convention fights over national convention delegates. Hall trails 7-10. three anti-Hall delegates were elected or recommended. State convention at Wichita April 14 will decide at large appointments and party leadership dynamics. The district vote criticized Hall for interference while endorsing Darby for re election and praising non participation in delegations.
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Darby
Lloyd Ruppenthal
Dulles vows bold push for foreign aid program fight
Secretary of State Dulles declared the administration will wage an all out campaign to salvage the foreign aid program as a vital anti communism weapon. He stressed aid funding in Asia, tempered by concerns over Formosa and pressure from Congress on a four and a half billion dollar package and long term construction pledges. He highlighted Nehru and other leaders’ desire for American strength as a protective umbrella for free nations amid Soviet and Chinese economic pressure.
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D U Fraternity Members Clean Municipal Stadium
About 30 Delta Upsilon members began cleaning Lawrence Municipal Stadium this morning, joined by 20 more from the house by 10 o'clock. The group repaired outfield fencing, brushed railings, and painted white woodwork while raking debris into a bonfire. City crews will spray the final green coat on the fence. new dugouts are under construction for May opening.
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Wichita
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Tom Rinehart
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Dick Shaw
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Let's Clean Up Lawrence Alleys Shabby City Cleanup Plan
Lawrence struggles with alley trash and fires as Sanitation Superintendent Don Jones urges residents to use proper containers and keep areas tidy. A Journal-World survey across 30 blocks found widespread neglect and fire hazards, referencing 1955 trash fires that spurred official pickup policies and home owner guidance.
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Separate Dates To Be Named On County's Fairs
Douglas County will host separate fairs this summer after the Free Fair and 4-H Fair boards failed to agree on a joint county fair. The 26th annual 4-H Fair is set for August 22 to 24 with August 21 as prep day and August 25 as cleanup. The Free Fair plans to set its dates at an 8 p.m. Thursday meeting, while a later attempt to merge both events was deemed impractical for this year.
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Route 3
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Weather note on Easter lily offer at Hill View Garden Center
Free Easter Lily with each $5 purchase Saturday and Sunday at Hill View Garden Center, advertised as a seasonal promotion.
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