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Newspaper
Lawrence Journal World
Location
Lawrence, Kansas, United States of America
Date
May 17, 1950
Page
4
A damaged clip lists varied notices and phrases about news distribution and Associated Press wires. It mentions walking by faith, the Carinthiang event, and references to laws and dates in a jumbled ledger of terms and dates. The legible items show no clear event or outcome.
Trains resumed after a brief strike with all parties reportedly satisfied. The agreement set terms for issues and arbduration, while brakemen pressed on the second fireman on Bevel trains. Railroads argued for diesel personnel, some fear arbitration on a settled matter. A new strategy limited nationwide disruption to four major systems, Santa Fe nearly immobilized, avoiding a national emergency.
President Truman returned to Washington asserting he will press his fair deal program. The battle remains within the Democratic Party as tensions grow between the executive and Congress. Analysts expect the clash to widen while officials weigh patronage and pressure techniques, though past methods have yielded limited results.
Local newspapers warn that the federal census for Topeka and Pittsburg Kansas and other cities may undercount residents. Enlisted reports claim some residents were not tallied, prompting last minute efforts to have overlooked individuals report to regional census officers for a more accurate tally.
The piece critiques President Truman’s Grand Coulee dam rededication claiming irrigation will bring a million acres into production while assuring no government cost. It warns of bonuses and "support prices" on new agriculture, suggesting potential future funding through power and water rights and possible Brannan plan implications. It also cites Kansas City parking meters funded quickly, leaving officials to manage future receipts.
The statement argues that funds generated by parking meters should be allocated to benefit the area and its residents, proposing that the money be directed to programs or initiatives tied to the meters' users. The speaker emphasizes accountability and practical use rather than simply collecting revenue.
The Caribbean sees a surge of piracy rumors after four small vessels vanish near Trinidad. Reports cite a fast motorized boat and overhauled ships, with theories of robbery and murder. Elsewhere, the Wichita Eagle notes Kansas federal staff of 18,934, discussions on budget cuts, and the impact on state finances. Women's clubs win a state award for community betterment and reach national finals with a $2,000 prize. Plans for a Western bloc cold war suggest renewed tension, while cooling technology remains uncertain.
A Leavenworth Times item argues that professional gambling should be confined to the Incal level so participants can join the broader business group without facing stigma as a trust or monopoly.
In Moscow Stalin and Lie discussed peace aims while Western ministers in London grapple with arming Western Europe. Economies face the bill for a 30 division ground force backed by air power, with estimates reaching about 2.8 billion dollars for ground forces alone. Moscow’s stance on China and U.N. participation remains unchanged, hinting the cold war strategy will continue to combine economic pressure with military readiness.
The Eudora Holy Family parochial school plans May 21 graduation for Charles Winter Harold Sparkes Virginia Stadler Maurine Hel Dorothy Weixeldorfer Jo Estrada Strada and others Rev Cowell of Ottawa will present the J T Forth prize A long rural school roll follows with names such as Martin Ice Edna Fleshman Verne Hodgins Lulu Pence Erwin Thoren Clarke Charley Jones Emma Nieder Laura Watts Oscar Wilson Mary Shaw Ray Landon Lillie Nemer Howard Deay Anna Ingle Lara Michael Ruth Mitchell Lisle Taylor Lettie Schurlein Minnie Hoskinaan Mel Hausman Gillie Selser David Sturm George Mors Lewis Eastman Fimer Lutz Lucas Fleer Rose Nuffer Vers Pippert Jose Arkley Oscar Brecheisen Helen Mendall Jessie Collins Maude Crowder Ralph Cree Nora Dreyer Alfred Morgan Gladve Flore Masel Graybul… and many more.
Twenty five years ago property owners in West Hille agreed to cover the interest on a loan to finance installing an eight inch water line. The city would absorb the project cost. Seven Vinland high school graduates received diplomas Thursday evening Edna Holmes Johanna Griffis Sarah OBrien Lois OBrien Gertrude Day Wilbur Randel Stephen Breicher. Ruby Rowing announced a forthcoming event connected to John Raymond Miller of Eudora. a celebratory shower was held last evening hosted by Mia Ben Owing Mrs Reed Miss Inee Pratt and Morris. Pratt hosted informal card and dancing at their Vermont Street home. Merlene Bruner entertained 36 schoolmates at Junior High School with an informal party last evening.
Forty years ago Deputy Sheriff Ebb Woods was shot in the rig this morning at Eudora while attempting to apprehend a man rated by Michigan police. Word has reached Lawrence of the death of Samuel Ridenour, 74, president of Ridenour.
In Toledo on May 17 a group of twelve female workers at the dues collection office of United Auto Workers walked out. They cited interference by Gomez and staff and objected to contributions for strikers without a veto right. Howard Seren declined further action.
Scale Firm announces construction of a large scale plant near Kansas City to expand manufacturing capacity. President H Morse states the facility will be among the finest precision manufacturing plants, with existing Morse & Co plants in Moline Ithaca and St. Johnsburgh VT remaining in operation.
May 17 Kansas City Press club honors three students from K U and nearby colleges. Recipients include Rose Alans of Warerea Arkansas and Benjamin from Garnett Kansas, with Kansas City Sr. News member John Berkehile among the club electees.
Miss David, 27, married Harry M. Cooper days after the Mickey Cohen shooting incident. Cooper, previously connected to Cohen, was seen at the scene when Cohen was gunned down. David was present at the nightclub shooting last July. Law professor William Ri Scott will speak at the Northwest Bar Association meeting on June 10.
Fragmentary OCR reads like a community notice from Columbia and Me with names such as Helen Motarenil and Mrs Tavs debhsin. It mentions a return from hospital and in house events, plus references to a memorial and individuals like JoMee Stanley Fisker and Karey Dean.
Tau Deum entertained their mother at the chapter house over weekend with serenades and a line party. Members and guests attended church, a wedding planned, and various Mothers Day visits noted. Baker University commencement events, Alpha Chi and Omicron chapter activities, and faculty speakers are listed along with housing reunions and a senior gathering weekend.
Ambiguous OCR fragment lists various terms including European Bird, City in Okblahoms, Pitcher and Bear, with references to seasons, wandering ep, directional, death by own action, festerings and Herodias' daughter, forming a disjointed clue-like text fragment.
A fragmentary listing shows radio segments by WDar Chariee and WDAP stations with titles like Afternoon Melodies and Petner Knows Bet. It notes deadlines, assignments, and local time references, including appearances by Lorenne Jonas and Franklin, with multiple program names and host mentions across stations KMBC KF.
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