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Newspaper
Lawrence Journal World
Location
Lawrence, Kansas, United States of America
Date
May 17, 1955
Page
2
Amid widespread excitement over the Salk polio vaccine, Lawrence and Douglas county report first school vaccinations without untoward effects. New reports warn of adverse reactions elsewhere, making it seem likely the second shot will be delayed. Officials hope polio incidence drops significantly this year as product quality and supply are addressed.
The end of the Atem season marks the conclusion of nuclear bomb tests on Southwest proving grounds. Public relief grows as radioactive fallout fears ease for now, though laboratories will continue analyzing test results. The horror of atomic war remains under scrutiny, fueling peace propaganda.
Visitors at the Cameron's Bluff power plant of Kansas Power and Light observed a 17 million dollar installation spanning brick enclosed early sections to outside steel framed newer additions. The plant illustrates modern power production with high pressure steam, extensive machinery, and a network serving a large Kansas area.
Soviet authorities declare unity of command over armed forces and puppet states in eastern Europe to counter NATO and any German rearmament pact. The Kremlin aims to tighten grip while Poland and Czechoslovakia harbor anti Russian sentiment and memory of interwar independence, signaling careful but firm control. Motor car production approaches population growth, with talk of retirement at birth fading as a new car boosts arrivals.
Adam Kay laments Navy surplus canned hamburgers for Marines or Army, mocks interdepartment transfers, and questions sea aid versus foreign aid. He jokes about red tape and brass hats failing to act while taxpayers bear the cost of meat and aid programs.
Avanced by James Marlow Hobby concedes no foresight for public demand and vaccine supply planning. National Foundation for Infantile Paralysis began nine million first and second grade targets with six manufacturers. Shortage affects all 55 million ages through nineteen. 46 million remain awaiting vaccine. Senator Lehman pressed for preplanning at a Senate hearing yesterday.
Hal Boyle profiles Evelyn Currie, a blue-eyed carnival boss born in a circus family. She runs 10 games in Rockaway Park during summer, with 6 to 60 staff year round, living in a $10,000 trailer and dreaming of a split level home. She started as a 13 year old barker, built a career with honest games, and values practical mobility over houses while keeping a loyal crew. Currie jokes about dreams of becoming a lion tamer and notes pride in running cleaner operations today.
Government pledges 28 million dollars to fund vaccine access for the poor. By August every child ages 1 to 9 could be inoculated, but Dr. Chester Keefer said 18 million cubic centimeters have been ordered for first and second graders, with about seven million received and 11 million still due. Officials warn mid August delivery may push shots for younger and older students past the fall. Public Health Service expects large scale production not before fall or winter, leaving peak polio season uncertain.
The piece asks who first occupied No. 10 Downing Street and notes Sir Robert Walpole moved in about 220 years ago, making it the official prime ministerial residence. It also asks about capitalization in the phrase the Netherlands, answering that only capitalize when starting a sentence.
A brief Bible verse note quotes freely ye have received freely give from Matthew chapter ten verse eight. It emphasizes generosity and sharing blessings. The item presents a religious quotation as a printed message for daily reflection.
Ike uses the Joint Numerical Weather Prediction Unit to plan golf days in advance. Navy Air Force and Weather Bureau back the project. Early tests yielded perfect forecasts while a housing heat rule was adjusted after reporters pressured bureaucracy.
The Old Home Town ABAD Aut Thespians held a formal initiation and banquet at the Hearth. Initiates: Della Hayden Carol Buhler Ruth Clayton Peggy Moyer Rosemary Gaines Lloyd Holbrook Del bert Lefmann. A Youth Club will open this summer under Veterans of Foreign Wars. Lt. Qwen Maloney, a POW, has been liberated. Cpl. Jack Buffington among 11 Kansans discharged at Leavenworth. District Scout camporee to open May 26 at Haskell Stadium. 25 years ago 1930 notable items follow.
A dense schedule of WDDAF KMBC WREN KFKU and more lists daily time blocks for news, sports, dramas, comedies, and variety programs across multiple stations. Includes show names like Dragnet Fibber McGee Amos and Andy, The Lone Ranger, Truth or Consequences, Arthur Godfrey Time, Cavalcade of America, and Tonight. Also notes Weather and local news segments, with Morgan Beatty and other anchors referenced.
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