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Newspaper
Lawrence Journal World
Location
Lawrence, Kansas, United States of America
Date
May 13, 1958
Page
4
Residents flock to Lone Star Lake for picnics boating and fishing but frequent gravel roads churn up dangerous dust. Officials consider oiling access routes to improve safety and comfort amid heavy weekend traffic and growing lake use.
A regional advisory urges caution as poisonous snakes like rattlers and copperheads inhabit wooded areas. Outdoor enthusiasts should stay on established paths, avoid heavy woods, and carry first aid gear. After a nine year old was bitten and died in Osawatomie, the piece stresses preparedness and quick medical care.
A Boston era column questions U S policy toward Dominican dictator Rafael Trujillo and his son during a visit to the U S with criticism of how money gifts and a military education at Fort Leavenworth reflect on American support. The piece notes the son’s disruptive behavior and suggests doubts about strategic value in maintaining ties despite Dominican bananas sugar and other trade.
The government stated clear reasons, arguing the U.S. position could be strengthened both domestically and internationally by preventing impetuous leaders like General Trujillo from spreading a floating international party. It frames the father heads a dictatorship, noting recent aid while opposing such regimes.
Secretary of Defense Neil McElroy argues for a bold reorganization to raise fighting power per dollar amid rising Soviet power. He stresses unified authority and continuous effort, warning that compromise would handicap future defense and that modern weapons demand clear overall programming. He contrasts his approach with Wilson and notes the need to balance efficiency with strength.
Lawrence notes recounts from 18 years ago with Fred W. Johnson as Lone Star Association head and J J Lavery E R Zook as officers. KU School of Business survey lists 59 eating establishments 51 grocery stores 50 service stations in town. Legion Auxiliary convention featured speeches by Gov Frank Carlson and Capt Lyle Arme of Washington DC. Cordley Troop 17 Girl Scouts received first class badge. Lawrence Memorial Hospital inspection by American College of Surgeons with Mary Dunden superintendent and Dr E D Liddy chief of staff.
A brief verse reflects on human eyes that are never satisfied citing Proverb 27 20. It notes that as the eyes of man are never satisfied so too desires may go unfulfilled.
A columnist ridicules Billy Graham for endorsing sack dresses as a curb on sin. He argues modest, well dressed women remain attractive and that banning the human form is impractical. The piece attacks the idea as malarkey and defends personal restraint over fashion censorship.
Editor notes renewed doubt over support for a proposed youth center. A local reader argues against donations, urging youths to raise funds through work like planting, painting, and maintenance. The piece urges hands-on community effort and personal responsibility to secure the center.
Vice President Nixon, famed for talking to college crowds, faced stoning and spitting from students at San Marcos University in Lima. The event, amid anti US criticism and Peru’s cautions, sparked international debate over his decision to speak and the risks of free expression for US officials abroad.
The text discusses a California political figure noted for quick thinking and eloquence in 1934. It asserts his speaking ability aided his career, yet claims he is still only 4 percent likely to be affected by events in Peru. It suggests Peru may neither hurt nor greatly help his political standing.
A Coffeyville survey by Kansas State Employment Security Division shows 7.5 percent annual job loss with 133 on the active job seeker list at April end and 742 in March. Officials caution the downturn may level off but hundreds remain unemployed and urge part time work through the office.
The Chanute Tribune discusses women’s swimsuits and the sack or chemise style, noting critics say the garment from shoulder to knee hides form while fashion trends persist. The piece jokes about the contrast with glamorous beachwear and mocks the evolving swim fashion.
The exhibit of Winston Churchill’s paintings at the Metropolitan Museum was arranged by Dr. Alfred Frankfurter. Churchill discussed the Chicago museum official’s firing, calling it not solely his fault and noting plans to tour the works in California and Australia before a Royal Academy showing in London. He praised Frankfurter’s report and commented on the fired critic’s professional standards in contrast to his own career as a professional politician and historian. The piece also touches on various cultural and political notes including aristocratic immigration proposals and the broader arts scene.
New York columnist Hal Boyle shares a list of whimsical, sometimes cheeky observations drawn from mail and daily life. The notes touch on Russian work weeks, vehicle ownership, counterfeit coins, meat yields, Mars talk, divorce rates, and amusing aphorisms, weaving a light collage of cultural curiosities.
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