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Newspaper
Lawrence Journal World
Location
Lawrence, Kansas, United States of America
Date
May 17, 1946
Page
4
A fragment from the Journal World page includes religious quotation from the Bible verse about eternal life. The header indicates Associated Press imprint and standard newspaper notices. The text mentions addresses and contact details from Kansas City and Lawrence area, with typical press service disclaimers.
The piece argues that government attempts to manage coal and railroad strikes fail to curb disruption. Seizure of industries is framed as a potential last resort. Past seizures led to concessions but left the public paying higher prices without gains.
Franco pressed hard bargains with Nazi Germany over trade goods and prices, driving up charges and potentially profiting before wartime penalties. The Naais deny only partial payments remain. unresolved collections may prove embarrassing as Allied powers scrutinize Hitler era accounts.
Secretary Byrnes blames the recent conference of foreign ministers for failing to tackle urgent European tasks. The meeting ended with minor gains and deadlocks on major issues, now postponed until June 15 when a new round begins. Hope remains that continued effort will pressure timely solutions.
He is described as a peace-monger by the military party and was imprisoned during part of the war to prevent disruption of militarist plans. The new constitution renounces war, placing Yoshida in a stern test amid postwar burdens for defeated peoples and grave domestic issues, with slim chances of success for any Japan’s postwar leader.
Some readers say they grow irked by seeing President Truman’s broad grin in coverage. If the smile signals humor at the country’s expense or amusement at the moment, the public rejects it. It’s likely the President doesn’t smile constantly, and news photographers might ease weariness by catching him with a straight face more often.
The piece notes that an amended draft extension will slow inductions into the army just as more recruits are needed to replace soldiers eligible for muster out. It urges Congress to draft and enact a law within six weeks that genuinely addresses government commitments and demobilization issues for long-service personnel.
President Truman orders top military leaders to craft a merger plan by May 31. If quality is sacrificed, a workable plan may still be produced within the deadline, with priority given to a tight, effective solution over speed alone.
Prime Minister Attlee proposes a new framework for India as factions fail to unite on a common plan. Observers expect growing opposition to British proposals. A note on early morning song by birds hints at housing shortages influencing avian behavior.
The American Automobile Association promotes the Take It Easy slogan to curb dangerous driving. AAA members are urged to pledge to avoid hurry and drive cautiously, hoping the public follows. It cites thousands of yearly deaths and injuries due to speeding and reckless behavior.
In a sweeping view of Britain’s Indian plan, Dewitt Mackrenzig notes Delhi’s push toward a federal union with provinces and 600 princely states under a central government. Moslems seek Pakistan, Hindus favor federation, and group legislatures could shield Muslim interests while avoiding division. The choice shapes the futures of 400 million people and global peace.
Firemen spent two hours extinguishing a blaze that struck several towers of the Plymouth Congregational Church just before 3 pm yesterday. Also notes on local marriages births and social visits including Miss Wilda Beryl White wedding in Kansas City and a newborn daughter for Gilbert H Barber and family.
Forty years ago Roy Nelson of Eu dora visited friends last night. Elia Russell and Mrs. May are in Kansas City briefly. Mr. and Mrs. T. N. Hanson traveled to Excelsior Springs for a short stay. Mrs. Irwin Eberhardt from Wichita visits her parents, and Mrs. C. A. Menger is also mentioned. Minnie Graeber received souvenirs from L. P. Russell of Palo Alto Calif. from the San Francisco earthquake. the items include marble from The Weeping Angel statue and mosaics from the Memorial church.
Redding California May 17 forest ranger Harold Peterson reports a fish in the Pit river arm near Shasta dam “as big as a truck.” Using a forest stick as a measure he estimates a 14 foot sturgeon. Uninvited Guests Seattle May 17 James H Sim San Francisco boatswain of the liberty ship Allen C Baich
The Associated Press reports eight troopships will dock today on both coasts carrying about 6,600 veterans from European and Pacific theaters. Three ships head for New York, with two at San Francisco and two at San Diego, and one at Baltimore. A war brideship sails to New York.
A historical crossword style entry lists names and clues including fields for Economic Devel opment and various vertical answers. It sketches an allied vocabulary set with references to months, rulers, languages, and geographic terms as part of a puzzle segment.
Several hundred former Nazis at Hohenasperg in Ludwigsburg, Germany, live under 50 foot walls as American guards and Polish sentries oversee Interment Camp No. 76. The facility, once a fortress, is now a stark reminder of dictatorship past amid a democratic landscape. Diplomats from Madrid, Rome and Lisbon are among prisoners awaiting Allied interrogation, with no chains or deliberate torture cited during inquiries.
Baldwin news notes visitors from San Diego and Lawrence call on old friends. Kansas City guests attend a bridge luncheon at Alpha Omega house. Five Baker seniors join Alpha Delta Sigma honorary. Fort Scott church dinner features Rev Sam Hedrick speaking on The Changing American Home. Miss Margaret Meyer, a sophomore, ...
Baker College hosted a voice recital by Miss Meyer with piano by Edith Hiskey, highlighting songs by Sullivan Montiverdi and Scarlatti. Local Baker activities included library district meeting, band performances at Eudora Spring Hill and Edgerton, and a formal Alpha Chi gathering with sister Ruby.
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