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Newspaper
Lawrence Journal World
Location
Lawrence, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Mar 28, 1947
Page
4
Scattered dispatches describe uprisings in Paraguay with conflicting claims. The unrest centers on headquarters reporting successive defeats and potential peace talks, amid broader regional tensions involving Brazil Argentina and Uruguay.
The Moscow conference of foreign ministers drags on with little progress toward German and Austrian peace treaties. observers question Russia's aim as tensions with Western democracies persist while Gen. Wainwright attends a Masonic lodge ceremony in Junction City before likely departure.
A garbled report indicates measures passed by the Kansas House on Thursday. It references establishing a state policy and distribution of funds or objectives, with unclear terms and dates. No clear names, places, or solid outcomes are identifiable from the text.
In Overland, Ty Hivker faces charges following a coroner's inquiry into a beew related incident. Voom and Lond names appear in connection with the case, with investigators detailing acts surrounding the event. The record notes official actions and potential court dates pending further review.
A cluttered listing of radio programs on multiple stations for Friday and Sunday evenings, noting shows like The Messiah, Opry, News segments, and various entertainment schedules. Mentions Mar 2 and Mar 30 with referenced hosts and program titles across WAP WDAK WRE and others.
Secretary Marshall argues with Malotay over ownership of agents seized from America during Hitler era. Russians claim Germany took them. Americans say Austria rightfully holds titles. Debate centers on legal theories, Soviet influence, and whether agreements align with American law.
An coming rate cut by Total Gas Distributing Co and refunds to Low-Terne consumers follow a Federal Power Commission order. The anticipated price reduction aims to lower elevation charges and introduce new tariffs, with a gradual approach expected through the year. Consumers may soon see Tower-like rates and refunds as adjustments continue through the end of the year.
Fragmented text suggests discussion of congressional effort to reform procedures and governance. Mentions proposals to improve government, avoid waste, and reorganize, with emphasis on real measures over symbolic changes. References to leadership and initiative imply a push for substantive remedies.
The athletic manager F. C. Quipley led a three year campaign at the University of Kansas to retire the Stadium bonds. On June 1 the last bond would be paid, aided by alumni support and the momentum from a successful football season.
Fragmentary text discusses individuals flagged for subversive leanings after a process, noting fears and tensions. It claims FBI knowledge, reports from Warhirg Le, and a belief that many columnists in government are protected by law and public sentiment, suggesting a tense political climate.
Fragmentary OCR reads like a local item about statues and a photograph. Mentions two teens and a private matter with unclear details. Preservation of named individuals and precise places is not possible from the fragment.
Fragmentary OCR text from a local page hints at schedule changes and events. It mentions clocks shifted forward an hour on Sunday and a savings bill tied to a Bethe event, with March 16 referenced and Archer Lady listed among items.
Barbs and quips mix with moral reflections as a judge notes imprisonment can prompt self discovery. The era’s high pork prices sting wallets, prompting jokes about meal choices and caution in spending. The tongue in cheek commentary blends social observation with everyday worry.
A collage of community notices from Dobbs Ferry and vicinity includes Mrs T J Kamp hosting a family visit, Marguerite Lorene Elston’s marriage, and the Rake Kampechoueder wedding at the bride’s home. Also reported are the Fincher birth of Larry Williams, Mona Isabelle Me Jr engagement, efforts for a student center building, a Rotary minstrel show for Boy Scout funds, Helianthus club hosting, and local visits by Cowsill and Trenton in Kansas City.
Forty years ago Woodlawn school plans a social tomorrow afternoon, drawing 250 pupils for a display of their work to raise funds for a piano. Mrs J F Roberts hosted an informal dinner last night for Helen Dorinda Powell’s fourth birthday. Col J D Miles wears a sling after a shoulder dislocation in an accident. A Wyoming couple’s two year old fell from a tourist sleeper window on a Union Pacific train six miles from Lawrence, escaping with scratches. the infant landed in weeds beside the car as the train sped on.
A reader voices concern about proposed local taxes and debris fees noting fear of higher costs for retirement and garbage services. The writer urges voters not to be misled by rhetoric and questions the city’s use of funds for past levies and future spending.
A distorted OCR extract describes a sequence involving a miner, a hunter incident, a tense pursuit, and a medical response. Names, places, and actions are garbled, but hints of a pursuit, a shooting, a chest injury, and a later medical or police scene are present.
A probate ruling in Kansas City on March 28 valued the Bir cross estate at about 1 million dollars. The will allocates a 20 percent share to widow Mrs Mary Forbes Cross, 14 percent to Mrs Edith Cross Hall of Oakley, 6 percent to Fred W Cross of Ellis, Kan. Stock in the testing laboratories goes to Walter M Cross Jr Forbes Cross and Joseph G Hawthorne, firm president. The deceased was a foreign born graduate of a university and previously affiliated with a testing firm.
Washington witnesses recount Eugene Dennis dodging questions on identity as he testifies before the House Committee on Un-American Activities. Dennis refused to reveal his true name, declaring a “plot” to block his prepared statement, while reporters walked out during his lengthy address.
A fragmented OCR style puzzle entry listing clues and partial answers across horizontal and vertical axes, including references to U S Senate terms, positions, and related wordplay segments. The text combines broken phrases, partial words, and enumerations typical of a newspaper cryptic or fill in puzzle page.
A church convocation Wednesday morning featured the Baker choir guided by Tet FoNnre with Mrs. Margeret Meyer and Ragene presenting. Attendees included Mr and Mrs Ortin Wickina Itt and Mrs MilTenpy Wonkter, with Prof Ralph Stxtvman at the organ. families from Seneca and Baldwin noted in attendance as residents move between towns.
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