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Newspaper
Lawrence Journal World
Location
Lawrence, Kansas, United States of America
Date
May 31, 1947
Page
4
The British Labour MPs who opposed Foreign Secretary Bevin failed to gather 20 votes in a motion to disapprove his policies. They criticized Bevin for leaning too close to the United States, while most Labour colleagues supported keeping Bevin aligned with the government.
Budapest faces a Red coup and Nagy’s resignation after Soviet pressure. Moscow accuses Bela Kovacs and uses Hungary’s Danube position to tighten control as Soviet troops withdraw. Washington notes Soviet plotting claims and questions Hungary’s democratic prospects amid ongoing turmoil.
Washington May 31 Senator Russell proposed immediate action on the 1949 budget to avoid working in the dark as Congress seeks to cut government expenditures. He urged a staff for the budget committee to detail departmental needs for the year starting July 1 1948. Senator Taft agreed steps should be taken after the presidential budget. both chambers wrestle over final cuts and revenue assumptions.
Radio schedule listing multiple stations WDAF WREN and others for May 31 includes programs such as Truth-Consequence, Parade, You Top This, Deal in Crime, Hollywood items, Opry, American Melody, Patterne La Melody, Catholic Hour, Sherlock Holmes, Treasury Agent and various musical and drama segments. Mentions hosts Bill Goodwin and others with numerous shows across stations like KNBC WREN WCAL and WEARS.
Senator George expresses confidence that President Truman will veto the tax reduction bill. He argues party loyalty will keep Democrats from supporting the measure, while some may fear shifts in policy and upcoming elections.
The United States seeks to make permanent its rights to Greenland bases despite Danish pressure. Secretary Marshall faces a delicate problem as Denmark, with a communist and nationalist coalition, pushes to terminate the agreement. Greenland roles could aid future invasions or submarine operations, though weather observers helped in World War II.
A scientific raft voyage reports ample food and possible dolphin spearing as it drifts westward from South America, testing Polynesian settlement theories. Separately, Texas headlines claim Kansans faced vote fraud charges, while confusion surrounds the Kansas City name hindering clear local reporting.
Reported by a correspondent, Roxas’s first year as president of the Philippines shows limited triumph amid war damage and postwar fatigue. A government expansion fights red agitation and bandit depredations while pursuing a constructive program, with authorities extending reach in danger spots.
A Richmond businessman visiting the Congressional Economy Committee chaired by Sen. Byrd described waste and idle work by federal employees. He recounted meeting a friend’s daughter in a federal office who verified a door without an automatic closer and a desk clerk who closes it whenever it’s left ajar.
A small tornado touched down near Kennett in southeastern Missouri causing minor damage with no injuries. The twister originated in northeastern Arkansas and moved into Missouri before dissipating.
A fragmented column mocks readers and writers amid garbled phrases about a Florida potter and convicts. The piece laments unclear prose and urges better rhythm and spirit from Boost writers.
Evett H. Haslett of Buck Creek loses an arm when an oncoming truck hits his motorcycle on highway 59. Melvin Tanner of Summers pro was notified that he held a winning Leigh sweepstakes ticket. Audrey North and Clarence Hummelen announce their March marriage in Olathe. Margaret Brown and Edwin A. Miller announce their wedding at First Baptist Church yesterday. Mrs G Perkins with granddaughter Josephine Rose will summer with relatives in Greensboro and Richmond, N C.
Twenty five years ago the second semester list honors Fear Allen Eura Beal Frances Beverstock Monte Lres key George Cady Velma Calvert Lorane Carder Frances Cook Helen Churchill Dora Eberwein Dorothy Griffith Mabel Fischer Mary Nelis Hamilton Genevieve Herriott Catherine Hood Lara Howard Liminis Hutson Mary Leonel anaca Hird Hird Josephine Hasfard Norris Lange Jos McGuffey Lorena Marsh Bethel Fletcher Ethel Oniman Marie Preston Mosau Hire Thelman Roseh Christopher Scott Anne Nelle Spromg Frank Strong Kenneth Stugards Abeer Van Meen Gertrude Way Live Weatherly Mildred Wilson Lydia Weed Anta Yaln Miss Helen Watton Miss Marchret Gustafsen and Miss Mary Jane Meliao will entertain a number of First School pitch with a day in the View while house. My Margaret Odernei and Miss Frances Greenleaf will join for some to spend the cammer Mr and Mrs I R Walsh of ahem Sten are guests of My and Mrs Ble 7 Dohmetean, George Loulenn and daughter Mary of Lecomyt ten visiting Mrs Glenn's mother Mrs Adah Mckenzie
Forty years ago Miss Helen hilhip hosted a whist party for eighteen couples. Earl Sturm of lery married Estella H Cobb of McLouth at the bride’s home Tuesday. Friends of Mr and Mrs M R Weir of Six Otters, wed May 25, were honored at a party. Lawrence High alumni banquet scheduled for tomorrow at New Eldridge with speakers including Jerome Beatty Ben Horton and others. Budget article slated to appear tonight.
Berlin reporting on postwar life portrays German peasants as new elites in the black market economy. Food grower profits surge from high prices while wage earners struggle. comparisons to Allied zones reveal economic strain and social shifts. General Clay advocates reducing U.S. staff to spur German responsibility.
A truck rollover freed 108 bee hives in Santaquin Utah and the driver Joseph Yack of Neola Utah safely retrieved the insects. A Kansas City collie named Hosking, missing six months, returned home after hitching a ride from Missouri with Bartnesses. In Chicago two women pursued a rain plagued 17 day road trip in a 193 model convertible, escaping shelter during each shower and spending 81.25 on repairs.
Government sources indicate the Australian naval vessel will accompany the polar exploration ship Woeart Earp on the Antarctic expedition led by Group Captain Stuart Campbell of the BANZAE flying group under Sir Douglas Mawson. The voyage aims to establish meteorological stations as a main objective. Take Appling has posted 200 hits in 13 seasons with the Chicago White Soxs.
A fragmented puzzle entry listing clues for a crossword style grid. It includes references to a conductor Bernard and Cormorant with several numbered hints across horizontal and vertical directions.
A cryptic compilation lists scattered terms and abbreviations such as spinning toy, Dutch city, soon, born, sell, consume, Sag, secular, tardier, marshes, Sainte, exist, make a, thus, symbol for nijon je. The reader is left to infer connections or seek hidden meanings across varied hints.
Australian government statistics show wool exports totaling 18 million bales valued at $405,011,000 for the nine months ended March 31. The United States remains Australia's top greasy wool customer at 843,957 bales worth $82,524,000, while Britain’s greasy wool shipments declined to 424,646 bales in the period and Belgium rose to 446,622 bales.
Fairview residents attended a nighttime event with family gathered at a local venue. Parents Sto and re Klevd Niaehe joined Gentene Hanan and a group at elivsenvetea to honor a guest, while Dostseth observed the Tarhern caret. James Rabeock and son Rayaniwt Att Mrs Rabeock were among attendees on Friday afternoon.
The readable fragments describe visitations and illnesses across a rural Oregon community. Names include Erneat Leary, Leary, Nicely, Bowman, Avery, Mize, and others. Mentions include hospital transfer, baptist church events, high school ceremonies, and farewell sermons with various neighbors and families noted.
A rambling, nostalgic diary of radio programs and personalities. Mentions Arthur Godfrey and Aunt Jenny stories, Eva and Jenny, romance plots, and a roundup of daytime serials including Our Gal and Home with Carolin. The writer notes listening habits and personal reflections on old time radio culture.
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