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Newspaper

Lawrence Journal World

Location

Lawrence, Kansas, United States of America

Date

May 04, 1955

Page

2

Lawrence Daily Journal World front page masthead and details

The Lawrence Daily Journal World masthead lists editor W C Simons and publisher Dolph Simons with advertising director Pontius. Publication facts note daily issues except Sundays, address Sixth and New Hampshire Streets, Lawrence Kansas, postal matter status, and that it is a member of the Associated Press and Audit Bureau of Circulation.

W.C. Simons the World Company Sixth New Hampshire Lawrence Jag Dolph Simons Igeo Centenet Pontius Advertising Lawrenra Douglas Doustas Jornau Sociated Press Associated Press Dewnpaper AP Newa

It Makes Research Easier by Ford Foundation Inquiry

Dr Robert M Hutchins, now at Ford Foundation, advocates investigations into how newspapers are produced. He proposes studying publishers and village professors while pursuing his chosen channels. Hutchins method amuses contemporaries as scholars note his habit of seeking results in advance.

Ford Foundation Robert M Liechins Phattins Morton Atlantic Monthly Stephen Leacock Robert Renehiey Rone Mortin

Good Fortune for Kansas on Polio Vaccination

Up to yesterday Kansas had no inoculated children with the Salk vaccine contracting polio. The scene across states shows low case percentages, with scientific advance hoped to control this mysterious disease.

Kansas

Obsolete label used in press on Senator Knowland

A Hutchinson News-Herald note calls Senator Knowland obsolete for not backing talks on red set ups to avoid Munich comparisons. The piece argues officials rarely know they are deemed obsolete until voters decide, noting politicians are often reelected despite such labels.

John P. Harris Hutchinson News-Herald Knowland Qwe Munich News- Herald

Yale Plans Three Year Degree Path Spark Debate

Yale officials accept a plan allowing exceptional students to earn degrees in three years, a shift viewed with skepticism. Other schools will watch the experiment closely as observers weigh the value of reducing the traditional four-year college term amid rising demands on students time.

Yale University Yale Howe E.er Herone

Letters on Christianity and Communism in Journal-World

Mrs. Wm. E. Craddock argues that communism is a devlish political religion promoting chaos and condemns militant faith. She praises Gandhi as more Christian than Western leaders, critiques religious division in India and Pakistan, and urges UNESCO to explore peaceful national problem solving.

Journal-World Gandhi India Pakistan Unesco Wm. E. Craddovk

Chinese Reds Playing It Cute Against US

James Marlow analyzes Chinese Communist behavior after Korea noting they avoid direct war to gauge US public opinion. He argues Beijing gained strategic insight from the Korean conflict, restraining aggression while aiding Ho Chi Minh and Vietnam, with Dulles signaling possible US entry.

Asia Korea Hon Chi Minh Indochina

Laughter not often fatal in health talk by Hal Boyle

Hal Boyle argues laughter rarely causes death and comments on a cautious culture. He cites Charles Morton on humor's fading place as serious, high stakes times grow. Morton explains how humor develops and why light writing wanes in an era rushing toward speed.

New Yorks Charles Morton Morton

Red Chinese pressure on Formosa raises Taiwan clash fear

The text argues the United States and its allies balked at full war entry, signaling to the Reds that America hesitates to defend Formosa. It predicts a patient Soviet style buildup around Quemoy and Matsu to probe American resolve, with air power used as a psychological lever to push concessions and possibly trigger a future conflict.

Asia Formosa Matsu Quemoy Islands United States Quemoy Matsuo

Bible Verse Promotes Old Paths For Good Way

A reader cites Jeremiah 616 urging to seek the old paths and walk in the good way. The message emphasizes returning to traditional values and steady moral guidance.

Jeremian

Barbs on Peace and Money Talks in an Odd Column

A quirky excerpt critiques quiet for peace and signals irritation from hitchhiker’s hall. It notes a teacher’s view that youths can dance well, questions closeness, and mentions grating talkers. It ends with a quip about women preferring money to Cupid’s arrow.

Quiz Q Answers on Radio and TV Giveaways

A fragment mentions a quiz program rule: prizes are awarded without requiring payment to participate. It also includes brief, inconsistent trivia items about platinum vs lead weight, Frank Leahy's Notre Dame record, and agriculture employment share among August 1954 civilian workers.

Will the Reds Keep Promises Bandung Analysis

A Washington assessment weighs Bandung’s 10 point communique against Red China and the Soviet Union. It notes gaps on human rights sovereignty and noninterference and questions the future impact on SEATO and global balance.

Bandung U.N Red China Korea Tibet Indochina Formosa

Old Home Town Social Notes and Local Plays

A parade of town happenings lists residents returning from Washington visits, junior-senior play Spring Green at the high school, and a long roster of cast and staff. Also covered are school events, bridge gatherings, an 85 to 46 score in a KU vs K-State meet, a child struck by a car, and social visits among local families with numerous names and addresses.

Robert Rowlands Max Wilhelms J. M. Sanderson R. M. Fitzpatrick Washington, D.C Spring Green High Schol Barbara Richards Martha Beth Dawes Carol Bushler Edith Elam Della Hayden Peggy Moyer Rosemary Gaines Don Moore Wallace Russell Lloyd Holbeck Delbert Lefmann Jack Tusher Madeline Gladys Shaw Night Owl K. U K-State Stadium Charles Bartz Ben Bartz Eudora South Park Rural Schools Lawrence Tibbett University Auditorium Helen Wangerford Pi Beta Phi Lisle Eby George Bryant K. C. Evans H. §. Foster Thomas Lenahan Karesas City E. R. Jones Indianapolis Ind W. C. Ellis Jones Ellis

Radio and TV Programs Listings by Stations May 4

A dense schedule listing WDAF KM WREN KFRU KMBC and others with program names times and stations for Wednesday May 4. Highlights include news blocks Arthur Godfrey Today This Is Your Life and a variety of dramas comedies and sports.

WDAF Wren Kfru RN Behans Allan J SDAF Newarcat Wren KMBC Newascaat Onco Kfru-Ku KMECN Rhy Rogers KMRC Whistler Sn—Kashi Disk Derby Will Stearn Siggon Peet Pieken KMREO AJO Warner-Oo MU —Grable Wren—Haltroom Wdaf-Tv Kmbc- Whey TV Kcmo-Tv Varminander Perry Star News Mark Saber Heart of the City Red Barber's Corner Waterfront O—K.c Tonlehe Studio 1 Garry Moore Shaw Arthur Godfrey Sheilah Graham Sunny Side Hichane Arthur Godfeey Eenle Shaw J—Morniig Golting Lite Woden Clare Cntr AZO Soon Hour Tobert Qo Lewis Ty Nees Linkietler Pauklecter Abia Tartine Nomance Mita Marlawd Bankina Mr Sweeney Sbi Alan Phew Buster the Nine Attack Matic Bdh

Patriot Alexander Returns Navy Funds With Pride

Chicago industrialist Robert Alexander turned over a 390000 check to the navy department from profits earned under an ammunition materials contract. His firm, employing 1000 workers, had previously cut the navy contract by 345796, with the total contract near 4 million. Alexander calls the voluntary return a patriotic act, saying, We don’t believe in gypping the government. The report urges proper recognition for his actions. Augusta Gazette notes evolving bridegroom expectations toward steadier employment.

Piresburg Chicago Robert §. Alexander Navy Department Washington Navy Alexander

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