68 Day Phone Tieup In South Ends With Pact
In the South a 68 day telephone strike and a railroad walkout ended with an agreement. The strikes against Southern Bell and Louisville & Nashville affected over 75 000 workers and caused millions in lost wages and hundreds of thousands in property damage. The CIO Communications Workers of America faces a separate contract vote for about 40 000 members as negotiations settle across nine Southeastern states.
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Atlanta
South
Southern Bell Telephone & Telegraph Co
Louisville & Nashville Railroad
Southern
Southern Bell
CIO Communications Workers of America
Catholic University hires Swarthout as visiting professor
Dr. Donald M. Swarthout, longtime Kansas University piano professor and former dean of the KU School of Fine Arts, will join the Catholic University of America as visiting professor for 1955-56. He retires from KU next month at age 70 and plans to teach advanced piano in Washington with his wife moving to Lawrence for summer 1956. His daughter Evelyn is a concert pianist. son in law Patrick Hayes manages many Washington concerts.
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Donald M. Swarthout
Kansas University
Catholic University of America
Washington, D. C
Swarthout
K. U. School of Fine Arts
K. U
John Paul
Catholic University
Paul
Moran
K. A
Washington Area
Lawrence
Valley View
W. Crescent Rd
Salina Student Named By St. Louis Agency
William Arnold of Salina has been named a Graduate Fellow by the Danforth Foundation in St. Louis. He is among 58 selected from 428 applications, and the appointment allows him to pursue graduate study at his chosen university while continuing work on his doctorate in preparation for college teaching, subject to annual renewal.
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William Arnold
Salina
Danforth Foundation
St. Louis
Danforth
Five Senior Girls At LHS Named Winners Of College Awards
Scholarships were awarded to five senior girls at the third honors assembly Friday at Lawrence High School. Recipient details include Kim Sr. earning a Donnelly Scholarship at Kansas University worth 125 dollars, Betty Allen 165 dollars, Susan Woodruff a four year MacMurray College scholarship valued at 100 dollars per year, Barbara Richardson a 100 dollar Lindenwood College scholarship, and Yvonne Richardson 165 dollars from the American Association of University Women. An additional occupational achievement award of 20 dollars went to Shirley Jones.
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Lawrence High School
Carla Robison
Delbert Westergren
Kim Sr
Kansas University
Betty Allen
Jude Allen
N. Y. St
K.A
Susan Woodruff
Laurence Woodruff
Westwood Rd
MacMurray College
Jacksonville
Ill
Barbara Richardson
William Richardson
N. H. St
Lindenwood College
St. Charles
Yvonne Richardson
Thomas Richardson
N. 3Rd St
American Association of University Women
Shirley Jones
Arthur Jones
E. 14Th St
E. R. Zook
Chamber of Commerce
Clifford Chancey Alden Bradley
Chuck Broadwel
Kenneth Clough
Ter
Kenmith Whate
Brad Reese
Alden Bradley
Glenn Brevthoupe
4Ford Chamney
Ian Cronk
John Poster
Hay Goff
Fred Grammer
Ralph Johnson
Gene Koasow
Ralph Leary
Norman Mak Bil Rogers
Phil Spencer
Howard Wilcox
Don Acher
Buddy Bookwalter
Nea
Har
Stephen Hill
Ray Labuhe
Bits Leenwood
Mike Reed
Bob Rice
Richard Sellers
Johnson Shockiey City League
Don Funk
Tommy Leasure
Sonos Miller
Ads Allen
Mona Anderson
Nanes Bennett
Sue Crumet
Libby Emg
Jaret Jackson
Norma Whermtade
Karns Morgans
Betty Redford
Lanna Xpur- Reon
Sharon Zimmerman
Judy Aten
Bot Mee
John Meagon
Alan Foombs
Harry Vrai
Doris Mvans
Marissaldt
Tod
Ray Nichols
Raynaud Pipepert
John Pritchard
Pty Ae
Judy Alien
Jutor Brows
Ed Christenson
Alan Coombs
Harve Craig
Raymond Pipper
Allan Blobb
Ka Uotlister
Denis Evans
Allan Robb
Bridge Construction Progress Across Township Road
Piers are in place to carry the turnpike over the township road. Grading ends at the Dittrict farm with limited work beyond fencing and drainage. A new township road route across the W H Johnson farm approaches a bridge over the turnpike with a detour around the site. West end work includes shallow grading and a detour. Turnpike right of way remains at the county line in Section 29. In Shawnee County line area east of U S Highway 40, two power shovels load earth for a large fill in 10 hour shifts, signaling heavy activity on the western county portion.
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W. H. Johnson
Wright Named to Test Evaluation Panel
Dr. Herbert F. Wright of Kansas University a psychology professor has joined a five member Educational Testing Service committee. The group will meet May 27 and 28 in Princeton New Jersey to study a new test measuring group activity participation effectiveness.
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Herbert F. Wright
Kansas University
Educational Testing Service
Princeton
Wright
N. J
Med Dean Wescoe to Receive Muhlenberg Alumni Award
Dr. W. Clarke Wescoe, dean of Kansas University Medical School, will receive an alumni achievement award at Muhlenberg College during its reunion weekend. At 32 he was the youngest U S medical school dean, later leading the KU Medical Center and Hospital. He is a Cornell Medical College graduate and former Muhlenberg valedictorian and student body president.
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W. Clarke Wescoe
Kansas University Medical School
Muhlenberg College
Wescoe
United States
Cornell University Medical College
John R. Markle
Cornell Medical School
Muhlenberg
Trinity Lutheran Church Event Plans Dinner and Program
Trinity Lutheran Church and Lutheran Student Association announce a 4:30 dinner in the social room followed by a program. Richard Preis will discuss Levers of Power with music. A parish visit to South Park will occur after the 11 Aqu. service for Preis supporters. Families bring a basket lunch. Vacation Bible School runs May 30 to June 1 with daily sessions 9 a.m. to 1 p.m.
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Trinity Lutheran Church
Mth
N. H
Harold Ek. Hamilton
Marcus Hahn
Marian Jersild
Anderson
Christ An
Richard Preis
South Park
Gersien
Vnhtien
WLS
Philippine quakes felt in Negros and Panay
Two light earthquakes were felt Friday night in Dumaguete City on Negros Island and Iloilo City on Panay Island in the South Central Philippines.
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Manila
Dumaguete City
Negros Island
Oilo City
Panay Island
Philippines
Uncle Frank Turns Ice Cream Ad Dict During Low Mood
In a disorderly tale of Uncle Frank, he spirals into craving ice cream and tavern visits. He drinks vanilla from Doc Sheen's, creates paper chains from straws, calls pie cups Eye peners, and eats tutti frutti on the rocks. Aunt Margaret seeks State Hospital help for him.
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Frank
Doc Sheen
Doc
Margaret
Pe State Hospital
Two Lawrence Youths Hurt In Friday Accidents
Two Lawrence youths were treated and released from Lawrence Memorial Hospital after separate Friday crashes. James Penney, 15, sustained arm and hand bruises when his motorcycle collided with a car driven by 17 year old Roger Wagner at 18th and Ky Streets. David Stinson, 12, suffered a bruised ankle and arm after being struck near 10th and Mass Streets by a car driven by Janice Wuthnow. Ted Howell, 24, escaped injury when his car left a township road, went into a ditch, and battery fire caused extra damage.
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Lawrence
Lawrence Memorial Hospital
James Penney
Mass
Senator
Roger Wagner
Ohio St
18Th
David Stinson
Moundview Dr
10Th
Mass. Sts
Janice Wuthnow
Learnard Ave
David
Ted Thomas Howell
23Rd
Iowa Sts
Sheriff's Office
Polio cases rise among Salk vaccinated group
Washington and The U.S. Public Health Service report 79 polio cases confirmed among children inoculated with Salk vaccine an increase of one from yesterday Nine cases are paralytic five deaths occurred Altogether nearly six million people have been vaccinated Since April 10 authorities tentatively counted 682 polio cases with some awaiting confirmation
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Washington
U.S. Public Health Service
Ontario Vast Than France And Spain, Says Geological Survey
Ontario in Canada is larger than the combined land areas of France and Spain per a claim attributed to the Geological Society. The assertion highlights Ontario’s size relative to major European nations.
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Ontario
Canada
France
Spain
Say
National Geographic Society
Open house at KP&L Cameron's Bluff plant in Lawrence
Lawrence residents were invited to tour the Kansas Power and Light Co generating station at Cameron's Bluff in a weekend open house. The big plant, described as the largest in KP&L, drew about 300 visitors last weekend as officials explained electricity production. In other news, a DUI report led to police checks on a driver struggling with a new automatic transmission. Equalization hearings for Palmyra Township and Baldwin City begin today in the County Commission Room, with 24 complaints filed so far. The Big 7 golf tournament at Lawrence CC saw KU lead early while Iowa State trailed by a few strokes at midplay. A Chamber of Commerce official explained a man sought for questioning over activities related to the School for the Blind was found to be with Kansas Industries for the Blind. the shops in Kansas City and Wichita produce items for sale in Lawrence with payment upon delivery.
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Palmyra Township
Baldwin City
County Commission Room
String
Board of Equalization
D. E. Matna
Mathia
Kansas Power and Light Co
Cameron's Bluff
Lawrence
Kp&l Co
SCO
Lawrence Country Club
Iowa State
K. U
KK. T
Bob Richards
Medihs
Mark Nardey
Pete Rush
Bill Sayler
Colorado
Kansas
Chamber of Commerce
School For the
Kansas Industries For the Blind
Kansas City
Wichita
E.R Zook
State Services
New Pike Bid Opening Set for June 3 in Lawrence
Kansas Turnpike Authority schedules a 9 a.m. bid opening June 3 in Lawrence for five bridges northeast of the city. Two bridges will span overflow channels for floods. three others in Leavenworth County will carry Highway K-32 and two county roads over the turnpike. Additional work includes grading and fencing on two Turnpike Sections totaling 10.71 miles southeast of Topeka in Shawnee County.
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Kansas Turnpike
Lawrence
Leavenworth County
Topeka
Shawnee County
Gore Says Measure On Roads By Demos Certain To Win
Senator Gore asserts the Democratic road construction bill will win in the Senate after a day of debate. Rival Martin Jo-Pat floats a compromise to salvage part of Eisenhower’s plan. The Gore proposal would authorize a five year program totaling 17.941 billion dollars, with heavy federal funding and direct appropriations.
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Gore
Demos
Washington
Sen Gore
D-Tenn
Senate
Martin Jo-Pat
Eisenhower
Ealis
Local Builder and Inventor John Simmonds Dies in Hospital
John J. Simmonds 81, contractor and inventor, died Friday evening at Lawrence Memorial Hospital. A Bourbon County native, he lived at 2104 West Street and held 25 patents. Surviving: wife Emma. four sons Wayne Verne Glenn Arche. daughter Marjorie Bachelor. five grandchildren and two great grandchildren. Funeral Tuesday 10 a.m. at Rumsey Funeral Home. graveside service 2 p.m. in Iola Cemetery.
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John J. Simmonds
Lawrence Memorial Hospital
Wt. St
Bourbon County
Simmonds
U.S. Lead and Zink Co
Lawrence
General
Kansas University
Miller Hall
Lawrence Memorial and
Watkins Hospitals
Emma E. Simmonds
Wayne Simmonds
Tulsa
Okla
Verne Simmonds
Omaha
Neh
Glenn Simmonds
St. Louis
Arche J. Simmonds
Glendale
Calif
Marjorie Bachelor
Kansas City
Rumsey Funeral Home
Albert F. Bramble
Iola Cemetery
Lions Club Formed in Stanley Under District Officials
A Lions Club was organized Friday night in Stanley under the direction of Harold L. Morton secretary of Salina District Governor T. Murl Beal of Lawrence Zone Chairman Harry Corliss of Spring Hill. Charter night is planned for June 13 with Gov Beal presenting.
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Stanley
Harold L. Morton
Salina
T. Murl Beal
Lawrence
Harry Corliss
Spring Hill
Gov. Beal
Market News and Price Outlook Across Livestock and Crops
Kansas City USDA market update shows cattle slaughter steers and heifers rising, cows higher, and feeders mixed. Hogs and pigs largely steady while lambs gain 10-25 percent. poultry prices up for hens and turkeys, with Beltsville white ducks and geese noted. Wheat, corn, and soybeans priced at 2.29, 1.45, and 2.30 per unit respectively. futures reflect strong demand and regional variability.
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Kansas City
Mercal Brewers
Beltsville
Iusda
Mindy
Obeeves
Hioh Choee
Fire department reports two grease and gasoline incidents
Lawrence firefighters were called at 2 38 p m Friday to Kirby's Line House 616 Mass St where grease on a kettle ignited. The blaze was extinguished by the time crews arrived, with shed damage. Earlier Friday they also responded to a gas leak at Mass Street and another location to wash down spilled gasoline.
LHS Graduates to Hear Sermon by Rector Swift
Lawrence High School seniors will attend a 4 p.m. commencement sermon in the LHS auditorium. Rev. Robert C. Swift of Trinity Episcopal Church will deliver the sermon. Principal Neal M. Wherry will preside as relatives and friends are welcomed.
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Lawrence High School
LHS
Robert C. Swift
Trinity Episcopal Church
Neal M. Wherry
Chet
Heber Dykes
Whussnager
Nadie Eewart Gote
Hyann Insecacion
F. K. Stumbo
Church of Christ Gate
Gillette Madrigal Singers
Wayne Nelson
Allen Robb
Janet Jackson
Bieet
Memorial Hospital Births and Residents List
Memorial Hospital records show births and local residents including George A Gerstenberger Eu dora Kenneth Fletcher 821 R 1 St Mrs Mary Louw Powers 1417 Haskell Ave Mrs. Mary Riley Sunflower Mrs Cleo Childers 1001 R 7 St Opal Higgins Kansas City Mo David Warriner 1827 Barker Ave Merlene Kay Vaughn Darlene Fay Vaughn Route 5 Clarence Cropp 719 Tenn St Mrs Thelma Chance and baby boy De Soto Mrs Lor Neis and baby boy Budova Mrs Lena Turner Sun flower Mrs Jane Rays and baby girl Sunflower Mr and Mrs Leon Rockers Baldwin a son Friday Mr and Mrs William Brouchard SOY Locust St a daughter Friday Mr and Mrs Robert Lundeen Sunflower twin son and daughter today
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George A Gerstenberger
Kenneth Fletcher
R. 1
Mary Louw Powers
Haskell Ave
Mary Riley
Cleo Childers
Opal Higgins
Kansas City
David Warriner
Barker Ave
Merlene Kay Vaughn
Darlene Fay Vaughn
Clarence Cropp
Tenn
Thelma Chance
DeSoto
Lor Neis
Budova
Lena Turner
Jane Rays
Leon Rockers
Baldwin
William Brouchard
Wide effect of strike hits trucking industry
A West Coast carrier strike and lockout extends its impact beyond Los Angeles to midwestern regions including St Charles Missouri. Yvonne Rich St Tours continues service today with no signs of settlement as negotiators struggle to reach an agreement.
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Los Angeles
St. Charles
Yvonne Rich
Card of Thanks from the Buchheim Family
The Buchheim family thanks relatives friends and neighbors for kindness cards flowers and food during the illness and death of our loved one.
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Buchheim Family
Buchheim
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