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Newspaper
Lawrence Journal World
Location
Lawrence, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Mar 27, 1952
Page
4
The Lawrence Daily Journal World reports farmers oppose irrigation plans, preferring dry land wheat to costly equipment. Many signers claim misrepresentation by agents, surveyors encroach on farms, and court action to halt irrigation appears unlikely. The News argues the project seems a dry weather dam with limited flood control, questioning feasibility.
The National Guard units of Kansas will be stripped of their mobile equipment to allow the government to send armor and fast vehicles to bolster Western Europe defenses. All U S defense forces will undergo the same operation with replacements planned later. The move weakens internal defense until new gear arrives.
Disjointed government actions and a Wage Stabilization Board proposal to raise pay by 175 cents an hour aim to avert a threatened strike. The scene involves labor groups, industry reaction, and a House Rules Committee probe into WSB activity, with key figures debating steps to restore orderly bargaining.
The Cedar Bluff irrigation plan prompts concern among residents affected by flood control and recreation impacts. Local supporters claim ownership of more than 1101 acres and some parties have signed a page dam agreement in Kan.
Angelo Scott notes local option elections in Kansas towns likely affect only a fraction of the population and may seed broader moves. The term local option signals limited-area sanction and local self-government, allowing residents to decide local matters and change them if desired.
Local page lists students from the area with names including Morgan Harick, Kathesn Mt bactint, and Jwruthy Ann Wat Hen. It mentions late term high school events, birthdays, and guest attendees for a seventh birthday party with diverse attendees from Kansas City and nearby towns.
A Kansas City trolley mishap caused a street car to jump the curb and strike a telephone line. In the ensuing disruption a phone in Dr Naismiths office rang and Prof C B Root suffered an electric shock with smoke from the charger. Local residents and officials discussed politics and taxation amid the commotion.
A quirky collection of quips about brides costs, speaking bans at banquets, and irony in money, with a note on evolving fashion and a playful line about dancers.
Marge S Stockton urges a humane compromise between animal welfare and city growth. She favors stronger rabies immunization and licensing, private funding for vaccination programs, and a shared approach by humane societies and city government to protect children, dogs, gardens, and parks.
Mrs Arriela Phillips in South Gate California recently had a blood transfusion, her 20th in under five years, due to aplastic anemia. Doctors say her bone marrow fails to produce blood, requiring regular transfusions. Nearby, a Duck yields gold nuggets tale from Port Elgin New Brunswick spots a eighth grade student Leslie Turner seeking source and noting a duck’s golden finds after dressing for the table.
In Washington and Europe, Allies rebuff a Soviet proposal for a united rearmed Germany tied to a broader peace pact. The plan would allow German military buildup and prevent alliances, while Moscow aims to disrupt the Atlantic Alliance and sow uncertainty in Western defenses. Anonymous gifts to a Nazarene church in Mattoon total $300 in three un signed notes.
Fragmentary OCR text indicates a Lawrence Men’s Chorus enrollment deadline with unclear surrounding context. No clear date, organizers, or event details are readable to confirm scope or recipients.
A woman faced a transport related case where the judge imposed a fine and a short jail sentence after a verdict. The proceedings, though unclear in wording, conclude with a finding against the accused and a resulting penalty.
The listing highlights children's book selections at the library. It mentions activities for younger readers and a focus on accessible titles.
Mixed crossword style clues reference circuses with several entries about animals transport and acts. The puzzle lists horizontal and vertical hints including animals, ships, and common circus terms, plus a Latin God and various descriptors.
A survey of outdoor plays and activities with stories of snakes crocodiles and adventures. It recalls Jungle Yabby and Jocko escaping trouble, plus a charm of games like picnics, sandpile and tag. Names like Rumine Tame and Dorothy Sry appear in memory.
Fragmented OCR text shows multiple radio station call letters and program notes. It mentions WREN WDAP SMBC and other shorthand tags, plus dates and event hints. The readable items are scattered, with no clear program title or coherent schedule.
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