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Newspaper

Lawrence Journal World

Location

Lawrence, Kansas, United States of America

Date

Mar 26, 1956

Page

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Blistering Reply From Voss Hits Gov Hall Over Beloit Row

J H Voss of Downs 6th District Republican chairman issued a blistering reply to Gov Fred Hall denouncing his Beloit convention remarks. Voss said the governor misrepresented facts and called delegates rascals while noting 155 delegates attended and voted as the district split from Hall. The piece also covers Democratic and Republican maneuvering around the farm bill and Senate House conferees.

Hall Voss Beloit Ttn GOP Leonard W. Hall Paul M. Buller Philadelphia Butler Eisenhower Washington House Agriculture Committee Senate Cooley DNC Soil Bank Qian Avm Ev Wl Bat Cogley First Ag Ptiee Rayburn Tex House Senate Sien Ellender Sen Ellemder D-Ilal Senate Agriculture Committee Congress Rep Benson Rint Ina Tate House

Ex-Russ Officer Sees Revolution

Nikolai Khokhlov, a defector from the Soviet intelligence service, tells U News and World Report that the Russian leaders’ denunciation of Stalin signals a power struggle. He says the 20th Congress publicly showed dictatorship’s end and confirms the system’s bankruptcy. Khrushchev’s stance is noted as criticizing Stalin as a murderer and ruler.

Washington Stalin Nikolai E. Khokhlov U. News and World Report Soviet Communist Party Soviet Union Nikita Khrushchev Communist Party Russia

Living Costs Unchanged in February Report

Government data show U S living costs steady from January to February. Food prices slipped slightly while most other items rose. Jefferson Co Music Festival held March 28 at Perry High School 8 p m admission 50c and 25c.

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Senators warn of rising violence and sadism in films

The Senate Juvenile Delinquency subcommittee reported increasing emphasis on sadism brutality and violence in motion pictures and warned media for youth development. Chair Kefauver noted a year of study focused on brutal violent crime content while industry leaders initially resisted the scope.

Washington Senate Sen. Kefauver D-Tenn Kefauver

Deaf Mute Provides New Angle in Chicago Murders Probe

A deaf mute 52 year old Rohlfes claims he witnessed a fight between two men near Robinson Woods Northwest of Chicago on the night of Oct 17. He says he later saw the naked, strangled bodies of Robert Peterson 14 John Schuessler 13 and Anton Schuessler 11. Police review his account with sign language experts confirming its credibility.

Chicago Robinson Woods Herman Robhlfes Rohlfes Robert Peterson John Schuessler Anton Edward Forest Preserve Rohles Edward Rohlfes

Colder Weather Heads Toward Kansas Regions

Topeka reports a shift from a warm day to cooler air across Kansas. Temperatures rose 15 to 20 degrees above normal with highs from 76 in Olathe to 89 in Wichita. A colder, partly cloudy afternoon followed by much colder tonight and tomorrow is forecast. Blowing dust and strong winds expected in western areas.

Topeka Kansas Naead Olathe Wichita Hugh Lahary Mather Bane Arys BU Ze i Ab

Rat Poison Deaths Claim Two Michigan Children

Jackson officials report two children, Daniel Robb aged 5 and Judy Robb aged 3, died after apparently eating rat poison found in a kitchen cupboard. Coroner Loren Bates ordered autopsies to determine the exact cause of death as police note the poison was found while parents slept.

Jackson, Mich.p Loren Bates Daniel Robb Judy Clayton Robb

Chief Red Organizer Ousted by Russians

Moscow reports from March 24 state Tiflis University communist cell secretary A. Djorbenadz was fired for failing to indoctrinate students with communism and erase national and racial pride. The Dawn on the East article notes mass class skipping from September to December with 94,683 man hours missed as students formed groups and avoided lectures.

Moscow Tiflis University Tiflis Dawn On the East Communist Cell Djorbenadz Joseph Stalin Kremlin

Navy Plane Crashes With Three Aboard

A Navy plane carrying three crew members crashed today into the Monongahela River near Masontown Pennsylvania with the nose buried in mud at 32 feet depth. Authorities said no survivors were indicated, and identifications await next of kin. The incident follows two earlier military river crashes in late 1954.

Masontown Monongahela River Navy Air Force Columbus, Ohio Naval Air Station Quan’ Set R. I

Secretary Refuses to Turn Over Trade Papers in Senate Probe

Commerce Weeks resists Senate demand for confidential East-West trade policy papers amid a heated dispute. Senators McClellan and Gray condemn the move as political persecution while Undersecretary Merbert Teaver and aid chief John Hollister defend withholding working papers. A closed door meeting offer is proposed to resolve the matter.

Washington Commerce Weeks Sen. McClellin Ark Palite Heding Cole Mettenan Erats Pepe Cay Tnvesticthans Sen McClelan Merbert Teaver Ofr John Js. Hollister 1. S Refusin Ina Farnyman

Three-Engine Jet Plane Crashes on Texas Takeoff

A three engine jet plane crashed during takeoff in Texas yesterday. One person was killed and several injured as authorities investigate the incident. Major James O. Radel of the air force was reported among the injured, with a post-crash fire burning on the runway.

Texas Paso Texeh NBA James O. Radel Tie

Delta Upsilon volunteers tidy City Stadium

Delta Upsilon members were praised by city officials for cleaning and painting Municipal Stadium as part of the Journal-World cleanup campaign. They painted rails, backstop, stands, booths, restrooms, and gates, cleaned the area, and primed outfield fencing. A second fraternity project by Phi Delta Theta is set for April 14 at Central Park.

Delta Upsilon Fraternity Journal-World Jim Whpplesworth Donald Alderson K. WU U's Lawrence Phi Delta Theta Central Park

British Actor Robert Newton Dies in Beverly Hills

British actor Robert Newton, known for his wiry voice in film and television, died at his Beverly Hills home of a heart attack at age 50. His wife Vera Bunnick sobbed as she said he was having a glass of water when he suddenly collapsed.

Beverly Hills Californ Robert Newton Lang ‘Toin! Silver Vera Bunnick

Let’s Clean Up Lawrence Home Remodel Lessons

A Lawrence Journal-World series profiles how small, affordable updates can greatly improve a neighborhood. Mrs. Robert Hagen and her husband transformed a 1901 Vermont Street rental farmhouse with a new concrete stoop, screened porch, fresh paint, and safety improvements, showing that major changes aren’t required for a lasting impact.

Lee Sheppeard the Journal Wallace Nicklin Robert Hagens Lawrence Artuilly Ua Ae Fouighbors Iby Hagens Cortley School Iney

Serov Denies Accusations Amid London Visit

The Soviet spy and exiled official Sergei Serov shrugs off claims as he travels through London while meeting with British officials. He states he regrets nothing and emphasizes loyalty to the Soviet cause during discussions tied to the upcoming visit of Soviet Premier Nikita Khrushchev.

London Tom Seeny Capres Serov Enasi Amylimate Scotland Nikocha Vionin Communist Party Nikita Khrashchev

Summertime Thaws to 82 as Courting Warm Weather Fades

Shifting forecasts show a quick warm up giving Lawrence a Sunday high near 82 after a string of cool days. Temperatures slide back toward the 40s Tuesday as officials say sustained warmth through May Day is unlikely. March rainfall remains light with no rain in Kansas through Tuesday.

Mary Ann McGrew Kinsax Jane Fren Awtington Lawrence Toda Mareh Kansas

German Unity Looked Far Off in 1940s Discussion

West German consul Dr Hans F Schweigmann told Lawrence Rotary Club in Kansas City that disarmament talks among the four powers offer the best hope for German reunification. He outlined postwar problems, recovery factors, and argued negotiations among the four powers are key, citing Marshall Plan aid currency reform and German thrift as pillars of recovery.

Kansas City Lawrence Dr. Schweigmann Russia West Germany Yale University East Germany Schweigmann

Teacher Charged After Eloping With Student

A high school art teacher George Wald 3 was arrested after eloping with his student Sydney Silverman 17. Parents discovered they wed on January 9 in what authorities say is his third marriage. The case highlights a teacher student relationship that drew legal action and public scrutiny.

New York NW George Wald Sydney Silverman Ward Sydney

Docking Seeks Democratic Governor Nomination Again

Lawrence banker George Docking announced today he will seek the Democratic nomination for governor. He noted the party faces a bitter intra party fight in Kansas and said unity is needed. William G Salome, former Wichita mayor, said he will support Docking. Mrs. Docking hinted at a united front this year and Docking said he plans a leaner primary campaign than in 1954.

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Weather Brief: Highs and Showers Forecast

A short weather note from The Weather desk by Andy Hess notes chance of showers across the region with high temperatures near seasonal norms and a light breeze. No major storms expected. Weather radar indicates scattered activity mainly afternoon hours.

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