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Newspaper
Lawrence Journal World
Location
Lawrence, Kansas, United States of America
Date
May 26, 1944
Page
4
British press attacks Prime Minister Churchill for praising Spain in parliament while Allies push a war strategy that accepts aid where useful. Analysts note relations with Franco and Darlan resemble Allied ties post Africa landing. The piece argues only victory sustains any political schemes and war aims.
Gov Andrew F Schoeppel announces re nomination on Republican ticket praising a productive first term. He pledges continued efficient state governance and honest handling of new challenges, citing broad public confidence in Kansas government.
Allied air forces targeted German convoys during a retreat from the Anzio front, destroying or damaging about 6000 army vehicles in a single day. Spotters directed road movements as fighters and bombers disrupted moving columns in the retreat from the southward advance.
Biddle argued Sewell Avery and John L. Lewis shared similar stances toward government action. He credited Lewis for not resisting seizure, while Avery faced accountability as plant manager. The mines’ ownership and owners’ interests frame the dispute, with Biddle acknowledging limited justification in the Montgomery Ward case.
The attorney general defends labor union appeasement as costly, while School Survey Representative Ray Wright recounts how Professor Floyd Reeves of the University of Chicago engaged with Kansas schools. Frederick H. Guild gathered data on solutions from other states, leading Reeves to advise Kansas. Reeves will consult with the legislative council, with reform measures expected next session.
Six thousand Allied planes, mostly American, bombard German targets as invasion prospects loom and experts anticipate a west wall breakthrough. British children in the U.S. return home, speaking American better. OWI vows impartial news but cautions on bias. A simplified income tax plan means higher payments, while the Jewell County Republican notes contentment with less.
The state will have first choice when equipment is released. Tax and fee records dominate storage with 300000 income tax returns and 400000 sales tax reports annually. Monthly figures from 1300 motor fuel distributors and 3500 bulk stations plus 105000 permit holders’ tax exemptions are filed. other records include inheritance and cigarette tax files and various malt beverage records.
DeWitt Mackenzie notes allied gains in Italy threaten Hitler’s Balkan hold. Russia pressures Bulgaria to quit the Axis amid rumors of an ultimatum. Bulgarians split between pro Germany government and pro Russian public, with troop revolt reports and Turkish ambivalence shaping future actions. Churchill signals Britain may win without Turkish entry.
Mrs Alfred E Leach visits Cottonwood Falls this week while relatives host reunions in Turney Missouri and Cape Girardeau Missouri. Mrs Stotts of Riverside California plans Tulsa Sacramento and Cape Girardeau visits to her sons and clergy relatives. The Rev Wendall Moore announces birth of Patricia Leanne on May 4.
Numerous congregations plan to assist with St James AME anniversary. Baker University's diamond jubilee draws officials from about 60 U.S. colleges as Rev Benjamin Greg of London prepares Monday commencement address. Glenn Cunningham travels 80 000 miles to run 55 miles in intercollegiate meets. Touching notes include weddings births visits and birthdays. soldiers return home and a major promotion.
Twenty five years ago two services will be held Friday at K U. One by the G AR and the other by students and faculty for former students and faculty members who gave their lives in the war against Germany. Diplomas will be given to 85 graduates in June. Ruth Strong and Irens are named among attendees.
Forty years ago Miss Lola Eames entertains at whist for Miss Fischer. Mr and Mrs O P Barber host their whist club with a picnic supper. Mrs R D Rowlands honors her son Robert with Celts and guests. High Five games yield prizes to Bertha Luckan and Henry Perkins. Visitors include Miss Gertrude Quick from Kansas City and Miss Blanche Cook from Topeka.
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Topeka May 26. Research Director Frederic H. Guild urged the legislature to adopt photographic film to preserve state records. He noted the current storage is horrendous and described plans for a central storage vault and a dedicated unit with readers in each department. A shortage of film and equipment could slow progress.
Washington May 26 UPI Federal public housing authority officials said one of its finest developments, Lacey Park at Johnsville, Pa., became a ghost town before completion after the navy canceled its contract with Brewster Aeronautical. The five million dollar brick project has only about 160 families living there and 900 to 1,200 units vacant. The permanent construction was pursued over FPHA objections and at the navy’s insistence, which said it could not attract skilled workers to the aeronautical plant with temporary structures. No decision has been made on disposition of the development.
Washington May 26 The FEPC center of the big fight in a house appropriations bill shapes a $500000 item alongside overall funding of $1 033358367. Southern lawmakers backed by some Republicans attempt a parliamentary move to strike FEPC funds but lack enough votes. Representatives Colmer Rankin and Tabor criticize the agency while CIO pushes to restore an $85000 cut to FEPC amid charges of bias and outside influence.
A ten week course in farm machinery repair and auto mechanics will start Monday evening at Liberty Memorial high school. The class meets Monday Wednesday and Friday from 7 to 11. No charge. Sponsored by the state board of vocational education. E. J. Logsdon is the instructor. Enrollees should attend the opening meeting Monday evening. The Meadowlark 4 H Club attended services at West Side Presbyterian church then visited Clinton Park for a picnic and the museum at K U.
Courtright bribes a sentry to release Norma and Link. Azaraski attacks Courtright in an inn corridor, strangling her with grievous force. Lincoln Belt intervenes, fighting Azaraski and subduing him while Norma aids Courtright and they flee by car toward safety. (To be Concluded)
Radio grid lists time slots for KMBC WDAF WREN EMB and others Friday May 5 with program lineups from 5:45 PM through 12:00 AM including News Newscasts, The World Today, Amos and Andy, Burns and Allen parodies, and various orchestras and talk shows featuring WREN KMBC WDAF EMBC and others. Saturday and Sunday listings extend the schedule across hours with parades, musicals, and news segments featuring major stations and hosts.
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