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Newspaper
Lawrence Journal World
Location
Lawrence, Kansas, United States of America
Date
May 29, 1947
Page
2
The article discusses basic German food scarcity during the war, noting Germany's large population share and reliance on imports. It describes shifts in agriculture, with increased vegetable gardens and production, and warns that export needs and Allied blockades strain domestic supply. It analyzes effects on work, factory output, and the broader strategic outlook in Europe, including the Soviet and allied pressures.
Carlson asserts that state children depart to work amid mechanized farm shifts and new labor concerns. The report notes Wichita remarks on education, economy, and farm labor changes, with emphasis on state oversight and agricultural policy impacts.
May 21 1945 senate armed services committee announced final form of Truman proposed unification bill for army navy and air forces with safeguards keeping Marine Corps under its existing status. A committee note stated the Marine Corps would retain its officer corps and prestige while all armed services would be reorganized under a single department.
Parents urged to have children ages 2 and older enrolled in preschool health clinics organized by Pleasant Grove and surrounding districts. A specialist will lead the demonstration on early childhood health measures with free examinations and guidance for parents. The event seeks to boost community health awareness and age appropriate care for young children.
Lawrence men and one Baldwin resident are named among 14 Kansans to receive commissions in the Regular Army as part of a second integration program. The list includes Sanh R. Fowler and several Lawrence graduates with wartime service, detailing prior training, fields, and postings.
An Arkansas City safety survey project is announced as a week long effort by state safety engineers led by Sam Knight from Topeka. The note highlights the value of time discipline, inner happiness, and the cost of achievement. The Malta capture and varied rulers are mentioned in a closing historical aside.
Gov Frank Carlson criticizes the alleged theft of vote fraud documents. He asserts the theft will not deter justice and condemns attempts to disrupt trust in the electoral process while stressing the nation’s need to protect democracy amid food production concerns.
J W Schrader of McLouth died Tuesday after a long period of illness at home. Funeral services will be at 11 am at the Franged Brethren church, with burial in McLouth cemetery. Survived by his wife Mrs Ace Schrader of the home, two sons Ferry Schrader and Relard Schrader, several grandchildren in Kansas City and McLeath, four sisters Mrs. AscEnith Boyd and Mrs. Viola Ready, Mrs Myrtle Brown and Beas Labb, and two brothers Mess Schrader and Edgar Schrader.
KU track coach Ray Kane announced that Tom Senfield Karl Ebel Jody Darken and Robert Karmes of the university squad would compete in the Central Collegiate Meet at Milwaukee on June 7. Other team members will also race in AAU events in Vea Joseph Mo Ura.
The art student council will sponsor a final all school dance on June 7 at KU. It replaces the cakewalk, abandoned this year, and serves as a respite for students during finale week. The council announced tentative dates for major all school parties for the next school year.
Marriage licenses show Frank Ro Grayta and Harry W. Firner Jr both of Lawrence in 95 and 22 age brackets, with Glenna Breitenback 22 and Verla Trosper 20 of Lawrence, plus John Bright 34 and Frances Fourzner 51 of Lawrence, Russell Griffin 38 of Topeka and Mabel White 22 of Holton. East Lawrence bus route extended to Cemetery on Memorial Day with service at 1h 48m past each hour.
In Topeka on May 29 an official source said the court will not issue a ruling on the school reorganization case before mid month. Justices heard arguments Monday and plan to review further, with elections for county and district committees set for late June. A spokesman noted that delaying beyond midmonth will not cause serious inconvenience and the court aims for proper consideration.
Markets show limited recovery as bids remain cautious and traders weigh weak signals. Leaders across sectors, including agriculture and industry, drift with modest activity while investors eye upcoming policy statements and currency moves.
Memorial Day observances halt Friday police court in Lawrence while city planning officials set a public hearing at city hall at 7 30 p m to consider Findley P Graham for portrait studio at 2211 West Eighth Street and rezoning half his lot to C 3. Neighbors signed the petition amid mixed notes on the plan.
Washington May 8 The Army seeks congressional approval to fund keeping soldiers in uniform. Hearings before the House Appropriations committee discussed a proposed annual enlistment bounty of 100 and a five year hitch payment of 1000, with a 30 year maximum. The plan includes upgraded housing for enlisted men and more liberal allowances.
U S Secretary Marshall said at a news conference the United States is prepared to negotiate a new agreement with Denmark. He emphasized preserving Danish sovereignty and U S defense needs, and avoided specifying if Washington would seek rights to base forces in Denmark.
A Fairfield, Connecticut cottage fire left Mireen Murrke, 45, and her children John Jr. 19 and Jennie 25 dead. The house suffered interior flames and the three bodies showed axe injuries discovered after the blaze. The tragedy occurred on March 2 with authorities investigating a possible murder scene.
The family of Russell White and Ch We thank friends and neighbors for kinds deeds flowers and cards during the illness and death of our dear husband and father. Mr and Mrs Chas Teter also express gratitude for support shown to them after their loss.
Market reports show steady shipper activity and mixed receipts across cattle hogs and lambs in Dover with price cues for May 29. Livestock sales volumes and box prices appear stable. weather and regional factors influence futures and regional markets in prairie hay and dairy products.
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