Chinese Reds Demand U S Apology and Pullback in Civil War
Communists at Yenan demand Lt. Gen. Wedemeyer apologize for alleged U S interference and compensation, call for Nationalist troops to withdraw from liberated areas. They warn of a planned offensive as Russian forces allegedly withdraw from Manchurian ports, heightening tensions in the undeclared civil war.
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Chungking
Albert C. Wedemeyer
U. S
China
Reds
Wedemeyer
Yenan
Honan
Hopeh
Chou En-Lai
Kuomintang
Hulutao
Yingkow
Newchwang
Chou
Chiang Kaishek
Henen
Washington
Manchuria
New China News
Chu Tech
Yeh Ching-Yin
Eighth Army
Chefoo
Shantung Peninsula
Chinwangtao
Eighth Route Army
Tientsin
Antseh
Taiyuan
Shansi
Honnan
Anhwei
Yeh Chin-Yin
Oh Chin-Yin
Steel balks at wage talks amid wage-price policy clash
Washington progress at the Truman labor management conference was interrupted as United States Steel refused to resume wage talks with the CIO steel workers until the government clarifies steel price increases. President Fairless warned higher wages would require further price hikes and insisted on simultaneous OFA guarantees. CIO chief Murray pressed for renewed bargaining, while management leaders opposed airing wage issues at the conference.
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Washington
Truman
United States Steel Corporation
OFA
Fairless
OPA
Hilip Murray
C.I.0
United Steel Workers
Schwellenbach
Murray
Labor
Schellenbach
Labor-Management Conference
A.F.L. Traction
Capital Transit Company
Capitol Hill
House
CIO
Ira Mosher
National Association of Manufacturers
Mosher
AFL
William Green
Postponing Action on Universal Military Training Stirs House
Washington reports the House Military Committee split over deferring universal military training until next year. Secretary Patterson urged immediate approval, stressing atomic bomb development heightens the need for trained citizen soldiers nationwide.
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Washington
House Military Committee
Terson
United States
Patterson
Truman
Java Turmoil Deepens as British Troops Repel Indonesian Attacks
In Batavia a band of about 1000 Indonesians was repulsed by British Indian troops near Batavia. At Tililitan airfield 300 Nationalists were scattered after a pitched battle. Reports said civilians evacuated Magelang while President Soekarno prepared to meet leaders in Jogjakarta.
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Batavia
Java
Tililitan
Associated Press
Vern Haugland
Palembang
Sumatra
Benkoelen
Tjililitan
Magelang
Soekarno
Jogjakarta
The
Indies
Suprvadi
Netherlands East Indies
Bandoeng
Britain
Wilhelmina
Netherlands
Kansas medical school debate sparks future plans
University of Kansas Dean H R Wahl warned in Jefferson City that the current two year Kansas City division is obsolete and urged Missouri style four year programs be centralized at Columbia. Wahl, questioned about advising a son to KU, said he would not enter KU if offered a similarly structured Missouri plan.
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University of Kansas
H. R. Wahl
Jefferson City
Senate
University of Missouri
Kansas City
University of Kansas Medical School
Lawrence
Kan
Dean Wahl
Jefferson City Dispatches
Kansas School of Medicine
Missouri
Columbia
Associated Press
Kansas
Deane W. Malott
K. U
Wahl
E. U
Missouri Senate Committee
University of Missouri Board of Curators
Gifts for War Refugees Benefit From Red Cross Efforts
Mrs. I. W. Hartley of the Douglas county Red Cross chapter said the Junior Red Cross gift box project runs November 1 to 15. Junior members recently packed 102 boxes for shipment October 28 to war torn areas overseas containing new toys and school supplies. Notes from recipients last year show appreciation and understanding friends abroad.
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I. W. Hartley
Polio Cases Rise Across Kansas for Week Ending Nov 8
Eight new poliomyelitis cases were reported in Kansas during the week ending November 8, according to state epidemiologist Dr. C H Kinnaman. Reports from 20 counties were not included in the figures.
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Topeka
Nov
Kansas
C.H. Kinnaman
Blaze at El Dorado Skelly refinery causes heavy damage
A Skelly oil refinery fire in El Dorado following an explosion caused about 150000 dollars in damage. Fireman H M Lockamy from still No 11 was reported missing as flames spread to the No 11 still and tower and damaged No 9. Fire brought under control about 8:30 p m.
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el Dorado
Skelly
H. M . Lockamy
Still No. 11
Europeans Arrive in U S Detailing Local Men
Three men from the area are reported by the Associated Press to have arrived in the United States from Europe. First Lt. Donald F. Bennutifin of Sunflower arrived in New York Tuesday aboard the Sheepshead Bay Victory. Cpl. Roy W. Blant of Bonner Springs and Pfc. Harold E. Royer of Valley Falls were aboard the William and Mary which docked in New York yesterday.
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Associated Press
United States
Donald F. Bennutifin
Sunflower
New York
Sheepshead Bay
Truman Hall Campaign Opens To Honor Veterans Memorial
In Grandview Missouri on November 8 about 200 people including Martha Truman 92 mother of the President attended the inauguration of a drive to raise 25000 for a Veterans Memorial community building to be named Truman hall the Chamber of Commerce reported 3300 had already been raised.
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Grandview
Martha Truman
Chamber of Commerce
Attlee to Address Congress in Washington Visit
Prime Minister Clement Attlee of Great Britain will be invited to address a joint session of Congress next week. He arrives Saturday for talks with President Truman and Canadian Prime Minister King on atomic energy. Rayburn said the address would not be Monday and would be broadcast.
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Washington
Clement Attlee
Great Britain
Congress
House
Rayburn
White House
Truman
Attlee
MacKenzie King
Canada
Earler
Eben Ayers
Saturay
London
British Press Association
Enlarge Memorial Union at Kansas with new wing and amenities
Henry Werner says plans and blueprints for a Memorial Union expansion at the University of Kansas have been drawn. A three story side wing near the Dyche Museum will include a larger cafe area, billiards rooms, bowling alleys, air conditioning, private dining rooms and a terrace on the ground floor. The second floor ballroom will grow to 8280 square feet and a new service driveway is a major challenge for the committee.
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Memorial Union
University of Kansas
Henry Werner
Charles Marshall
Dyche Museum
Thee Bulding
Werner
Enrollment boom eyed at Kansas University for fall 1946
KU registrar L C Woodruff predicted a large fall enrollment surpassing the all time high. Already a 40.6 percent rise from last year, with 3 700 students this year and 200 more expected as veterans return. Men now comprise about 60 percent, close to prewar balance.
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K. U
L. C. Woodruff
Mt. Oread
Woodruff
Sunflower Ordnance Works to observe Armistice holiday
The Sunflower Ordnance Works will close all operations Monday November 12 for Armistice Day. Only employees on special duty will report. Camp manager E. F. Thoenge noted many workers have stayed on during previous holidays and that the five day week means a three day vacation for many staff.
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Sunflower Ordnance Works
E. F. Thoenge
Sunflower
Thoenges
Closing Notice on Bank Holiday for Armistice Day
The banks of Lawrence will not open for business Monday November 12 Armistice Day. Adv.
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Lawrence
Fire destroys four Fulton district buildings in Kansas
A morning blaze in Fulton Kansas swept the business district causing an estimated loss of 25000 dollars. Four brick structures were leveled with a vacant building and a grocery store locker plant and restaurant taking the brunt of the damage. No injuries were reported.
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Fulton Fort Scot
Kan
Fulton, Kan
Brother Goose Play at Local High School Friday
The high school presents the production Brother Goose on Friday night November 9 with advance tickets available. Cast and venue details are listed in the school program.
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Brother Goose
Adv
Burrowing pests menace Amerine farm near Midland
Alfalfa and clover fields on R. W. Amerine’s farm northwest of Midland show small burrow mounds hindering harvest. University scientists will investigate to determine if cotton rats or another pest is causing the damage.
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R. W. Amerine
Midland
Amerine
Sanitation lessons praised after community food handlers school
The Lawrence-Douglas county health unit sponsored a two session food handlers school at the Community Building led by Dr. J. M. Mott and Evan Wright. Fifty four firms and 291 individuals attended, learning proper dishwashing and personal cleanliness with demonstrations on germs and safe handling practices.
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Lawrence-Douglas
Mrs. J. T. Constant Dies in Lawrence Hospital
Mrs. J T Constant of 624 Kentucky street died last night at Lawrence Memorial hospital less than two hours after admission. A Lawrence resident since 1868 born November 25 1862 in Kelogg Iowa she was Grinnell College educated and married in 1891. Survived by husband two daughters two sons three grandchildren and two sisters. Funeral arrangements announced later.
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J. T. Constant
Kentucky Street
Lawrence Memorial Hospital
Lawrence
Kelogg
Iowa
Grinnell College
S. A. Delaney
Kenafly
N. J
R. H. Pratt
Washington, D. C
Clyde E. Constant
Dallas
Texas
J. L. Constant
West Eleventh Street
W. B. Foster
Newton
D. M. Guefford
Oregon
Few Veterans Register For Special Election
Fewer than 50 veterans had registered at city hall in the past week to vote in the upcoming special city bond election on Tuesday November 20. City Clerk Harold Fisher urged ex servicemen to register before 10 p m tomorrow to participate. More than a thousand veterans have returned to Douglas county, mostly in Lawrence, with League of Women Voters chair Lauren Anderson calling all citizens to verify their registration.
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Harold Fisher
Douglas County
Lawrence
Lauren Anderson
League of Women Voters
Change in Start Time for Lawrence-Olathe Football
The Lawrence Olathe high school football game at Haskell stadium is moved to 7 30 tonight. kickoff will be a half hour earlier than previous start times.
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Haskell Stadium
Stock Market Index Edges Down Slightly
The average of 60 stocks fell to 74.7 from 75.0 yesterday, signaling a modest decline in the market. Investors monitor broader indicators and sector performance for signs of momentum.
Senate panel denies Brewster access to navy files in Pearl Harbor probe
Washington reports show a senate house committee rejected Brewster's bid to search navy department files for a missing Pearl Harbor dispatch. The 5 to 5 tie blocked the motion, while a party line vote postponed hearings from November 15 to 23. Senator George was the sole Democrat supporting Brewster.
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Washington
Senate House
Brewster
Maine
Navy Department
Pearl Harbor
Rewster
Barkley
D-Ky
Arkley
Ferguson
R-Mich
George
Georgia
Truman
Merchants Bureau Pins Down Christmas Plans and Closings
The Merchants Bureau gathered at the Chamber of Commerce to set pre Christmas activities and a Homecoming closings schedule. Stores will close 1 30 to 4 30 pm for the K U Kansas State game on November 17 and 9 to 10 am November 13 for the Victory Loan kickoff at the Jayhawker theater.
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Merchants Bureau
Chamber of Commerce
K. U
Bureau
Wilmer G. Beougher
E. C. Quigley
Lawrence
Kansas State College
J. H. Parsons
Jayhawker Theater
Parsons
Chamber of Commerce Bond
Bridge Floor Pour Under Way At Wakarusa River Crossing
Weather permitting workers will finish pouring the concrete floor today for the new bridge across the Wakarusa river west of the county farm. The hand rail and curb remain to be poured. Structure work has progressed rapidly in recent weeks.
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Wakarusa River
Hall Bros seeks young women for greeting card handwork
Wanted young women ages 18 to 35 to do handwork on Hallmark Greeting Cards. Clean easy work with holiday pay, no Saturday shifts, modern conditions. High school graduates preferred. Apply in person 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Hall Bros. Inc. 739 Mason?
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Hallmark
Hall Bros. Inc
Speakers Explain 6 Bond Proposals
The meeting at the Chamber of Commerce endorsed six bond issues aimed at civic improvements. A $75,000 park program would add parks and a band shell, with two shelter houses and child facilities. The $656,000 five year issue would minimally raise taxes, keeping city debt well below 1935 levels.
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Kiwanis Co-Operative Club
Rotary
Chamber of Commerce
American Legion
Veterans of Foreign Wars
Recreation Council
Council of Social Agencies
Soroptomist
Business and Professional Women's Club
American Association of University Women
League of Women Voters
Mere’ Ts” Bureau
Red Cross, Elks
Dolph Simons
F. A. Russell
South Park
Sudden 31 Degree Temperature Drop in Lawrence
Lawrence recorded a brisk morning with rain and dark rolling clouds. Thermometer plunged from 71 to 46 in 15 minutes and fell to 40 by 1 pm, totaling .28 inches of rain from about 8:30 to 10, as observers noted strong winds and possible tornado activity.
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Lawrence
C. J. Posey
Kansas
Frida
Noutheast
Coe
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