City leadership must rise to guide municipal progress
The Kansas Government Journal editorial argues communities of similar size face divergent outcomes due to governance and public engagement. It urges cities to seek outside evaluation, recognize the central role of elected leaders, and emphasize representative government to unlock growth. Readership and civic initiative by citizens determine Lawrence’s progress and future leadership.
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Right shoe timing key to foot health says Dr Hirschberg
Dr Sidney Hirschberg, president of the American Foot Health Foundation, warns neglect harms health and urges proper footwear. He notes salesmen see many shoes harmful to feet and stresses patients should heed foot doctors. A chiropodist quips that stubborn customers are his best.
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Get a Checkup: Kansas Survey Finds One in Five Cars Needing Maintenance
An extensive 1937 survey shows 20 percent of Kansas vehicles require maintenance. Safety officials warn many motorists drive death traps, with National Safety Council data noting faults in at least one vehicle in eight percent of fatal accidents. Even careful drivers face risk if a car is out of shape. Get your vehicle checked soon as spring and summer travel increases.
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New Author Leila Hadley Audacious Travel Writing
The essay lauds Leila Hadley’s book Give Me the World as a masterful travelogue that rivals Churchill and West in linguistic richness. It extols her descriptive prowess, adventurous life, and global journeys from Seville to Colombo, praising her fearless style and vivid storytelling.
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World Today: Death of Reciprocal Trade Act?
Washington observers weigh what happens if Congress lets the Reciprocal Trade Agreements Act die. If it expires on June 30, existing tariff reductions stay, but Eisenhower could not lower tariffs further. Reauthorization with changes risks wider trade tensions and retaliation, while renewal awaits better economic conditions.
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Mission Recommends Action to Protect Injured American
A terse notice states officials recommend steps to shield an injured American in ustry. The fragmented text implies a protective measure or policy decision, with limited readable detail. Further context from the source is needed to identify the specific action and the person involved.
Comment No Russian Discovery Des Moines Tribune
The piece rebuts claims that Van Cliburn was unknown in the United States before his Moscow win. It notes his prior prizes and performances with major American orchestras, arguing success comes from persistence and talent, with the Tchaikovsky prize a meaningful but not sole turning point.
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Indonesia Decay Hikes Peril in Southeast Asia
Washington warns of growing Communist strength in Indonesia under Sukarno, with the National Advisory Council and military sectors cited as controlled by communists. The piece notes potential ripple effects across Southeast Asia, including Laos, Singapore, Penang, and Malaya, should communism gain further ground.
Honors Convocation NAMES KU Honor Man Woman and 200 students
Old Home Town Ray Evans and Shirley Wellboen were named KU Honor Man and Woman at the annual Honors Convocation in Hoch Auditorium. Among 200 students elected to honor societies were Thomas Barlow Mary Lees Robert Malott Helen Scamel Nicholas Schmidt and David Somerville to Phi Beta Kappa William Conboy and Ben Shanklin to Sachem for honorary men and Jean Cooper and Joan Ruese to Motor Bord. The Southwestern Bell Telephone Co announced 7 804 phones in Lawrence an increase of 318 from last year. Henry Brecheisen of Eudora aged 68 died at his home. Seven new members were elected to the Chamber of Commerce Board. Armin Woentermeyer was elected district governor of the Cooperative Club International. The Rev Theodore Astman of the Lawrence Presbyterian Church will be guest speaker at Park College this Sunday. YEARS AGO-2018 The Alumnae Association of Kappa Kappa Gamma will entertain with a picnic supper for the active chapter at the home of Mrs. Irving iI Co W Carman of Lawrence was made vice President and W H McKone secretary at the Kansas Elks convention in Topeka. Mr. and Mrs. C B Cox of Eureka bought the Otto Gufler home on Louisiana. This is one of the showplaces of the city built at $25 000 of white stone and mahogany and oak finish. Jeasie Scott spent the day in Kansas ity. Mr and Mrs C W Mettner have given the name John Randolph to their new son. TODAY S BIBLE VERSE He hath said in his heart I shall not be moved for I shall never be in adversity Psalm 10 6.
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Benny and Mary Livingston share stories of money and stage life
In a bustling hotel lobby Benny refuses a lucky penny, jokes about his stingy image, and discusses spending to thwart the idea he is cheap. Mary Livingston plans retirement with Gracie Allen, while Benny tours with symphonies and perfects the Stradivarius. The batch also notes the Lunts new hit The Visit and remarks from Arthur Schnabel and Ingrid Bergman related to fame and Broadway.
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Hal Boyle on a five year old daughter and parenthood
Hal Boyle reflects on nearly five year old Tracy Ann Boyle daughterhood and the paradoxes of child development. He describes her bursts of energy and fatigue and questions whether all children are like this while noting the fierce parental mix of pride worry and love as she tests boundaries and clings to comfort.
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