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Newspaper
Lawrence Journal World
Location
Lawrence, Kansas, United States of America
Date
May 30, 1955
Page
5
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Lincoln Star columnist Don Bryant evaluates Jerry Lee's departure from Nebraska track as a principled stand against recruiting. He argues the sport has shifted to win-at-all-costs, questions the meaning of success, and notes how funding and ethics drive major program decisions across Oklahoma, Kansas, and Nebraska.
Orwig seeks a track coach who can recruit to elevate Nebraska within the Big Seven in track and other sports. The writer urges boycotting high pressure recruiting, arguing it skews college athletics and warns of a potential crash in the system. The piece also notes transfer chatter around Lawrence High players heading to East Texas State and other colleges, with several names and destinations mentioned.
Dion Henderson, AP outdoors expert, urges hunters to plan now for a new dog partner this fall. He notes choices range from retrievers for ducks to pointers and hounds, stressing pedigree and future traits. Start early to avoid regretting a late, poor decision.
More than 1 300 4-H club members leaders and county extension agents attend the week long Kansas 4-H Roundup beginning tomorrow at Kansas State College. Delegations are registered from all 105 Kansas counties for the 31st annual affair.
Baldwin features the 50th anniversary of Mr. Marshall Morgan and family visits from Detroit to attend Baker commencement. Rev. Willis A. Warner announces Lois Warner and Wayne Scenogle wedding at First Methodist Church on June 17 with a reception in Fellowship Hall. Lois Warner will graduate from Baker on June 6. Also noted are luncheon honors for Mrs. Reuel M. Hanks in Lawrence, family visits from Mission, and local hospital updates including Mrs. Wolf recovering from eye surgery and Mrs. Sedore awaiting minor surgery. Memorial Day golf tournament planned at West Baldwin course by local club.
Entries open for a summer baseball program for 10 to 12 year olds with practice starting Wednesday June 1 at Cavaness Athletic stadium. Participants should bring gloves and bats. Coaches include Bill Deal John Butcher Floyd Rogers Harry Myers Clarence Broadfoot and Joe Calvin. After initial sessions teams will be formed. American Legion support and donations to Dale Caruthers requested. Also a Baldwin school news roundup reports Danforth awards to Joanne McPheeters and Jack Cannon with details on family backgrounds and recent travels and appointments across Baker and Kansas City areas.
Mrs. O A Bidinger and others travel from Stull to Sutton Neb to attend the Friday funeral of Jake Fast in Henderson Neb. Stull Needlecraft Club held a meeting at Mrs. Arthur Worthington’s home with eleven members and six children present. Rev Robert Hayes and family received a miscellaneous shower in Stull EUB church basement after their return for another year.
Classified rates four lines or less per week plus per line charges for extra lines and late ads. Trade area outside Lawrence charged per word with a $1.50 minimum per issue. Deadline 11 a.m. for publication. Abstracts of Title and Insurance offered by Banks Company and John C. Emick. Auctioneers listed with services and contact numbers. Bulldozing services include basements backfills ponds and hedges with free estimates.
A Lake area classified listing details numerous used cars and trucks for sale at Crystal Motors behind the post office. Highlights include a 1964 Ford Custom two door, 1964 Chevrolet with heater and radio, 1953 Studebaker pickup, 1949 Dodge pickup, 1947 Ford panel truck, 1951 Ford Forde, 1946 Ford club coupe, and 1954 Cushman. Also advertised are tire specials, trade-ins, and open evenings. Includes contact and address: Crystal Motors 8325 N. Hamp, New Hampton.
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