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Newspaper
Lawrence Journal World
Location
Lawrence, Kansas, United States of America
Date
May 25, 1946
Page
4
A fragment from a Saturday issue quotes Exodus 19 5 and promotes obedience as a route to becoming a peculiar treasure. The text appears in a column alongside standard newspaper notices, with publication details showing Lawrence Kansas under Associated Press style guidelines.
President Truman outlines a case against the railroad strike, criticizes prior labor policy, and signals government control to protect operations. He stresses safeguarding workers and proposes rights to work, framing it as a necessary reversal of two decades of policy to end industrial confusion.
The drive to gather private donations of food and money for famine relief shows mismanagement as official appeals clash with criticism from game sources. UNRRA prefers money for wholesale purchases. concerns rise over cost of packing canned food. Officials back from Europe note canned goods may be wasted in recipient regions, while donors receive scant guidance on useful items. Lack of clear goals and internal agreement undermines the effort.
A critic argues John L. Lewis could be toppled without improving industry. The Wagner act is blamed for granting excess power to labor unions and failing to reduce strikes. The author warns of economic paralysis and calls for revision of labor laws amid rising controversy and disrupted production.
Stalin refuses to join hunger relief efforts, insisting Russia must feed its own people this year. Hoover estimates clash with Stalin's view, a stance many Americans may accept as prudent despite differing moral judgments.
Successful Project Friends of Haskell Institute report strong Alumni association support for a Monday night pageant that celebrated American history and honored servicemembers. The event raised a substantial sum for the memorial fund while critics denounce isolationism amid ongoing labor unrest.
Six hundred southeast Kansas coal miners on strike seek unemployment benefits while Labor Commissioner Morrison says they may not draw. The claimants pledge to pursue the issue in court, with the outcome watched closely as it could shape impending legislative action.
As London AP correspondent I witnessed Britain’s first general strike unfold in May 1926. Miners faced government subsidy expiration, Baldwin urged trust, and the nation united to sustain essential services for nine days. Volunteers kept milk flowing, trains operated, and streets guarded as rail traffic stalled and the strike ended with the government stance intact.
William Veasey former concert baritone and USO entertainer resumes his career with a May 27 performance at the Woman's Club auditorium at 8:30 p m. The concert, held under Jordan Patterson Post 319 of the American Legion, supports funds for a post home. Repertoire includes Handel Beethoven Schubert Schumann Finden and Burleigh. Tornado kills boy near Bartlett Texas May 25 five miles southwest destroys two houses and damages others.
The community notes weddings births visits and social events. Rosa Wilks and Raymond J McKee wed at Trinity Lutheran with Rev C A Pula officiating. A baby was born at Lawrence Memorial Hospital to Mr and Mrs C E Thompson. Relatives arrived from Tucson for a two month visit. Various bridal showers dinners and visits across local families are reported, including Agnes Mary White and Miss Rose Heise Bert J Waltar wedding at St Josephs Topeka, and Etta Tyler and Orin Smith marriage. Several high school girls hosted a breakfast for senior boys and local families planned dinners honoring guests and travelers.
Forty years ago Adolph Spangler hosted Phi Psi members at dinner. J H and his wife invite friends for a silver wedding anniversary at Lecomp ton May 31. Mrs E H S Bailey travels to Kansas City, Prof E M Hopkins and ten K U journalism students tour Kansas City paper offices. Roy Roberta joins the class and Fred Starks of the Kansas City Star visits with daughter Marian. Carrie Watson, University librarian, sprains her ankle leaving her boarding house.
A carnival armadillo named Jim was found and returned to owner Ivan Bearde after being missing overnight. The animal wandered from his truck cab near Southpark, was trapped by local boys, and involved Lawrence police in the search. Jim is described with a protective carapace, night-dwelling habits, and a plant-based diet.
Mrs. C J Fischer travels with husband on business in southern state. Army recruiters Lt Frank J Bova and 5/Sgt Keith E Streeter set up a temporary office in Baldwin post office and enlistments are taken. Girl Scouts sell poppies for Poppy Day. Prof Paul Kochan gives two commencements at Willis and Westphalia high schools. Mrs Alvin F Baker attends Master Home Makers meeting at Kansas State College Manhattan. she was named a Master Home Maker in 1935. J R Stevenson opens Baldwin Electric store on High street. Thomas A Evane joins county cancer fight committee. Baldwin men attend Kansas Municipalities meeting in Topeka. T S Mullins relocate from Burlingame. Potts family moves to Wayside Inn. Lt Frances Davison departs for Manila from Camp Stoneman May 22.
A fragmented word puzzle from a naval aviation page shows an insigne of Patrol 41 and a list of cryptic clues with numbers. The snippets mention U S Navy air units, terms like sea eagles, camp, furnace, Malayan, and language notes, suggesting a crossword style educational feature.
Mrs. Ralph Kampschroeder hosted Girl Scout Troop No. 7 with a Woodlawn picnic. Belleview 4-H from Vinland attended church at Centenary Methodist. Multiple families shared weekend visits, dinners, and illnesses, including Irene Brown visiting her ill father Hubert Brown in town. Mothers club met with Vacation Bible School talk. Community figures and extended family gathered for anniversaries and dinners across North Lawrence, Oakridge, Topeka, and nearby areas.
A dense old lists radio airings for KMBC WDAF WREN WDAF and others on May 2 through May 27. It details hourly lineups with programs like Boston Pops Cavalier Parade Gable, News and Dance Orchs plus entertainers such as Eric Smith Judy Canova and Gene Autry Show.
Mrs. Brewster and Mrs. Mason visited Mrs. R. C. Swain in White neighborhood. Lois Lorene Roberts spent the weekend with grandmother Mrs. Lillian Penfold. Amos Johnson, recently hospitalized in Savannah, Mo., visits Spokane relatives. Mrs. O. W. Wischropp returns to Topeka after a week with her Smiths. Mrs. Anna Skeet weekend with North Lawrence kin. The Lashs of Tonganoxie announce adoption Janet Kay May 22, former Sarah Mason. Various families host dinners, parties, and hospitalities. club supper at Centenary Methodist. officers elected. The Manhattan Bible college commencement attended by locals.
The annual tally of radio repair workloads demonstrates broad support for our fair play policy. Multiple service centers report rising numbers, reflecting trust in orderly operations and consistent application of rules across regions.
KMBC listeners flood the switchboard as Sam Molen wins a on air contest while Erle Smith undergoes kidney surgery delaying the news. A new falllined series begins at 5 30 pm with interviews of Admiral Parsons and tribal chiefs from Hikine, plus long term veteran Bob Riley profile and Tim West Big Brother Club safety advice drawing a listener letter about preventing thrown rocks.
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