26 May 1950
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Newspaper
Lawrence Journal World
Location
Lawrence, Kansas, United States of America
Date
May 26, 1950
Page
1
The report notes 200,000 young East Germans gather as the Red Youth Rally is organized in Berlin with consent from Russian sector authorities. The mass event highlights East German political mobilization amid Cold War tensions.
Western allies tightened security as about 200000 East German youths gathered in the Russian sector for a large red youth rally. Allied troops and police lined the border area around Potsdamer Platz while deserters from the People’s Police sought refuge in the West. Soviet and East German officials claimed arrests of delegates occurred as crowds converged with international communist figures attending.
City schools end for summer as pupils collect report cards. Summer band rehearsal starts Monday at 7 30 pm at the high school with a concert next Friday. Summer typing and reading programs begin, and drivers are warned to watch for children on streets at all hours as they play.
U N Secretary General Trygve Lie expressed hope for a June or July break in the China dispute at his first news conference since talks with Stalin Attlee Bidault and Truman. He said Russia backs the UN and wants it functioning normally and that a high level security council meeting may be held this summer with foreign ministers or heads of government representing the council’s 11 member nations.
Three Western high commissioners send identical letters to Soviet General Chuikov outlining a plan for a freely elected all German government. The program includes individual freedoms, guaranteed rights, legal independence, and a four power framework to supervise and halt postwar reparations while protecting economic unity and German sovereignty.
Pi Stewart Newlin resigns as publicity director for the state highway commission to handle publicity for Edward F. Arn's bid for the Republican gubernatorial nomination. Newlin previously worked for the Arkansas City Traveler Garden City Telegram and the Associated Press.
Firemen answered an alarm at the Lawrence Free Public Library Ninth and Vermont Street about a faulty electric motor in the furnace area. The motor burned but caused no damage and no injuries were reported.
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Congress approves a 3.1205 billion dollar foreign aid measure sending the package to President Truman for signature. The act funds 2.8491 billion for the European Recovery Program and authorizes amounts for China Korea Palestine refugees and other programs while a separate effort weighs anti discrimination and loyalty questions.
William D. Wolfe addressed the 195 ninth grade students promoted yesterday at S M H S auditorium. He urged adaptability while upholding unchanging core values. Rev. Turner gave the invocation and Rev. Barker the benediction. music by the junior orchestra and a vocal sextet.
Topeka May 26 79 Low bids for construction of a 130000 administration building and dormitory at the Kansas State School for the Blind in Kansas City Kansas have been submitted by three Kansas City Missouri firms The low general contract bid of 386409 was submitted by Weeks Construction Co Plumbing bid 34720 and electrical bid 14996 were listed by Borse Hilburn Electric Co State Architect Charles Marshall said removal of a few after sales will bring bids within the appropriation for the structure
Kansas veterans office announces aid for widows and dependents with no cost. Children and students may receive benefits through the veterans affairs office at the community building.
A fiery collision in Chicago between a crowded street car and a gasoline truck killed 33 people, injured many, and sparked a river of flames that engulfed buildings. Investigators examine whether rear doors trapped victims. truck carried about 8000 gallons of fuel.
Weather forecast from Topeka notes skies clearing today with cooler temperatures and possible light frost in the northwest and extreme west tomorrow morning. Lows range 0–50, highs near 70s Saturday. Rain fell statewide last night and today, amounts varying from light to over 3 inches in Harveyville and Topeka.
The 28 graduating seniors of University High School will hear Reverend Robert C. Swift deliver the commencement address in Danforth chapel at 7 oclock Sunday evening. The program includes a senior chorus and processional by Saylon Geist with the benediction to close. Commencement is June 1 at 7 30 in Strong auditorium while dismissal for seniors occurs today and underclassmen Thursday.
Otto Schnellbacher, ace defensive back for the New York Yankees in the AAFC, signed a 1950 contract with the New York Giants today. The former University of Kansas star is the first AAFC player to join the Giants, holding the league record of 11 interceptions in one season.
Farmers in Douglas County express relief at recent showers but warn continued rain will hinder field work. Many report corn to be cultivated soon, alfalfa and clover need attention, strawberries require drainage, and weed control is urgent as crops absorb moisture. Some note rivers show no overflow while a dry spell is still hoped for.
The nation faced rain and cold with snow in higher elevations. Denver logged seven inches while Wyoming and northern Colorado reported up to 11 inches. Telephone outages occurred in Colorado cities and rural areas as storms affected the region.
Rain and rising rivers impact Kansas City region with 76 inches rainfall in Lawrence to date. The Wakarusa Kaw and Stranger Creek crests are projected near bankfull levels while power outages occur from a fallen tree limb. Roads at Williamstown junction Newlin and West Ninth street face flooding and detours as crews work to clear waterlogged spots.
Parenta and friends fill Hoch auditorium as Liberty High School seniors receive diplomas at the 76th commencement. Ben Hall tops the class, with Joan Squires second. fourteen others finish in the upper ten percent. Principal Wherry and Superintendent Wolfe preside. several teachers speak as seniors are honored with bouquets and processional music.
Weather readings for New York and Oklahoma City appear with high and low estimates. A police officer, Ardeen C Meen, issued a traffic citation to a crew, citing a city ordinance limiting crossing times to five minutes. James Driscoll, Hails Stylist, is also mentioned.
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