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Newspaper
Lawrence Journal World
Location
Lawrence, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Nov 24, 1948
Page
4
Fragmentary newspaper item references subscription rates and expenses, with garbled text suggesting a listing of prices per month per year. It mentions Associated Press and an audit of records, plus a note about praising God with song and a reference to Thanksgiving.
The Wichita Federal Farm Land Bank chief says Clear Farm lands in the Midwest show unusually low debt, credit is cheap and plentiful, and farmers choose self denial over forced distress. He argues current gains reflect farmer judgment over government action, with producers standing on their own ground into a generation of better postwar prospects.
The Kaw river bridge in Lawrence marks the collapse of industrial planners dreams for shared freight use. The county built both bridge and track to block ownership claims and prevent interline freight transfer. With no agreement among railroads, the bridge now serves only motor traffic, ending earlier hopes for easy freight movement.
Raymond Moley argues ghost writing is waning as officials speak in their own words. The Roosevelt era popularized ghost-writing through radio and public papers. Historical notes mention Kansas Governor Leedy and his secretary E C Little, with the pyramids quote cited.
The piece critiques how press and radio overexpose the words of great leaders while masking the texture of their minds. It Warns that ghostwriting may fade if leaders pen their own speeches, arguing this could make public utterances briefer and less revealing to listeners.
The text discusses French resistance to returning the Ruhr to German control and the belief that a defensible Germany is needed as a buffer between the Soviet Union and Western Europe. It notes Allied aims after World War II and shifts in power dynamics influencing France's stance and security calculations.
Fred Brinkerhoff of the Pittsburg Headlight notes appeals for a special session before the January regular session but argues a session immediately after, likely in March or April, is more needed for Kansas.
At the Hotel Commodore a dry party celebrated AA's fourteenth anniversary. About 2,000 attendees heard Bill and Bob describe AA growth from 35,000 to 76,000 members in two years. AA now spans the United States and Canada to Australia and Japan. Founders say about 50 percent of members never drink again, and about half who slip return within one to five years.
The fragment cites assorted witticisms on marriage finance and real estate schemes. It notes coal savings in heat and a promoter buying land by the acre and selling by the yard. A lean critique of public figures and stubborn personalities appears.
The article lauds King George VI as a steadfast and devoted ruler who guided Britain through wartime danger and postwar crises. It highlights his recent health concerns, the supportive role of Queen Elizabeth, and public affection following the birth of Princess Elizabeth’s baby, noting the cancellation of his dominion tour as a sign of the gravity of his illness.
Invitations issued for the marriage of Barbara Louise Kirchhoff and Spay Stroud McMillin in December. Linwood couple Mr and Mrs A C Zimmerman announce the birth of a son. Dr and Mrs H W Craig host Thanksgiving dinner with guests including Mrs Fred Hargett, Miss Geraldine Burton, Mrs C L Rutter, and others visiting Oak Park and Baldwin. Virginia Johnson birthday party hosted by Mrs James M Johnson with many children among the guests. Virginia Crim left for Ew this morning.
Twenty five years ago Ralph Colman was elected president of the county Farm Bureau this morning. Other officers named were vice president W. R. Stiner, second vice president Mrs. Corinthia Muswaring, secretary treasurer Charles Wise. Dr Raymond C Moore to discuss geological exploration along the Colorado river at the Chamber of Commerce Tuesday.
Forty years ago Joe Eddy shipped a carload of cattle to market today. A marriage license was issued to Gilbert Gander of Coffeyville and Nannie Fisher of Baldwin. Mrs. Ben White of Buck Creek visited town. Mr. and Mrs. John Russell departed for Cincinnati and Louisville for an extended visit. Charlies Porter returned from Excelsior Springs. Gredith Peairs narrowly escaped death after being struck by lightning in the front room. she revived and was unharmed.
MAL BOYLE argues the five cent Buffalo nickel has fallen from usefulness as inflation erodes its value. Once a everyday spendable coin funding snacks, films, cigars, and bus rides, it now buys little and is often refused, leaving a humorous portrait of changing money and memory.
Mr and Mrs Loren Keve of Mission plan a Thanksgiving morning drive to Baldwin with their mothers Mrs Wiley A Keve and Mrs Mabel Hartley accompanying to Junctions. They will stay at the home of Mrs Wiley Keves brother Herbert W Jacobs. Mr and Mrs Alfred B E Teach will skip Thanksgiving in Cotton Falls visiting Mrs Leachs winter. Mrs H B Justice of the Alpha Chi house will depart Wednesday for Thanksgiving in Tulsa Ohio to stay with her daughter.
A column offers tips on selecting meaningful wedding gifts to suit a traveling couple. It urges asking relatives or the bride for preferences, emphasizes personal initials on gifts, and cautions against generic purchases. It also covers etiquette for invitations and house moves with practical, era-appropriate guidance.
The Baldwin region hosts Thanksgiving plans and family gatherings including Alma Bolcourt of Ottawa visiting relatives in Taliwin and Kansas City. Local teachers, Scout activities, church guests, and upcoming nuptials like Elizabeth Feiring and John Tripses are listed, with various dinners and community events noted. Several families from Baldwin and nearby towns are mentioned visiting Kansas City, Columbia, and Springfield for holiday meals and events, along with Scout-O-Rama participation and announcements from community rooms.
The Past Matron's club will meet Tuesday afternoon November 20 at 2 30 at Lawrence at the home of Merc Johnson. Roll call asks members to name a favorite magazine and why Mrs Cora Reece has returned to Versailles Missouri after two months with Cra Neds Mia Leah Ayling in Ochelata Oklahoma
A schedule excerpt lists radio programs across WDAF WREN KMRC KMBC WRENS etc for Wednesday and Thursday evenings around November 25 after dark through late night. It includes news Weather reports The Chub 15 Chub 15 favorite story Abbott and Costello Jo Stafford Show Bing Crosby and other entertainers plus special features such as The FBI Aldrich Family and Personal Autograph among others. The entry shows multiple station and program pairs with times like 6 30 7 00 and 9 30 and mentions varied genres from news to music to theatre.
A large family event honored Nee Retta Daugherty with many relatives in attendance. Attendees included Charles Brown and Marvin, Chester McQuire and Ailes May, Ray Stroud, Pearl Garter and Tommy Cuba, Maroniey Daugherty, Harry White and children Linda and Millie, Harold Lee Ladshort, Duane Roberta and two kids, Jay Amen and J. 1, Ailama, plus Albert Nevatitter and daughter Corine. Guests from Parsons and Kansas City shared dinners and afternoon hospitality at the Neustifter home.
A fragmented TV guide lists station call signs and times for early weekday programming. Entries show KMBC WDAPF WREN and others with newscasts and network blocks interleaved, but many items are garbled and unreadable.
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