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Newspaper
Lawrence Journal World
Location
Lawrence, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Nov 25, 1949
Page
1
Paris reports say the 24 hour general strike by France's two major labor unions disrupted some sectors but left daily life largely intact. Trains subways and mines faced stoppages while buses and bicycles carried workers to jobs and most stores remained open.
Miami reports more than 3 million dollars raised for the Damon Runyon Memorial Fund in three years. Walter Winchell says over a special broadcast the drive has drawn in excess of 100 million to universities and cancer programs. A 25 thousand dollar check will go to General Eisenhower for cancer research at Columbia University’s Delafield Hospital.
Major General Philip Hayes U.S.A. retired died at Walter Reed Hospital from a cerebral hemorrhage. He had been hospitalized since November 8 and retired May 31, 1946 after serving as commanding general of the third service command with headquarters in Baltimore. A Portage Wisconsin native, Hayes graduated West Point in 1909 and held key posts including Army War College graduate in 1930.
The Thanksgiving period saw at least 161 violent deaths from 6 p m Wednesday to midnight Thursday, with 108 traffic fatalities and 58 deaths from fires, plane crashes, falls, and hunting. States listed traffic and miscellaneous tolls, led by California Illinois and Ohio with ten traffic deaths each. A log cabin fire near Rockville Indiana claimed a mother and her three children, while in Elizabeth New Jersey a father died trying to aid his eight children.
Washington reports the average American's income in 1949 is about 18 percent above 1939 levels, with consumer spending rising. Third-quarter consumer income at $210.6 billion yearly, $1,400 per person, and wage gains across goods, services, and dividends reflect postwar growth amid slower overall economy.
A Thanksgiving Day storm struck four points in east Alabama killing 14 and injuring 44 with several missing. The devastation hit Hackneyville in Tallapoosa County and Oneonta in Blount County, as families and towns faced extensive property damage and relief crews moved in.
County Treasurer Melvin Miller reported $317,912.61 in 1949 personal property and real estate taxes paid so far, about 19.4 percent of the $1,632,474.98 total. He urged taxpayers to use the current slack period before deadlines December 20 and June 20, 1950, noting a 1 percent discount for upfront payment.
Winfield Kansas November 3. Charles Oxford a mill owner at Oxford died at his home after an illness of a year. He leaves a widow and five children.
Chicago police halted an attempted jailbreak at Crook County Jail as two men seized near the prison last night and admitted plans since Monday to aid James Morelli in escaping before his electric chair date. Morelli, convicted in the December 12, 1947 shooting spree that left three dead and two wounded, has earned five stays since his March 19, 1948 death sentence. his wife Genevieve filed a habeas corpus petition for a sixth stay, with a federal hearing set today. The two men seized are identified as Pierri Maria, 20, and Richard Vittor, 22, longtime friends of Morelli.
The Lawrence Rotary Club hosts about 20 Ottawa Rotarians and wives at the Hotel Bridger for an inter club meeting. W. W. Davis will speak on Russia. Dr. F. C. Allen chairs the inter club activities committee and oversees the event.
Panama City November twenty five. Arias a 49 year old surgeon became Panama’s third president in six days by congressional proclamation. Remon backed by police forced resignation of Chanis who Supreme Court ruled was still constitutional. Demonstrations erupted as Arias was hailed and Remon's faction claimed election fraud in past ballot.
Topeka reports mild fall weather to persist for several days with forecasted warm Saturday readings in the lower 60s. Lows tonight expected in the 28 to 35 range, and a period through next Wednesday with temperatures about above seasonal norms. Yesterday’s highs were mainly in the 50s with 61 in Anthony and Chanute, while some spots hit freezing and others stayed in the upper 30s. Traces of precipitation noted in Topeka Anthony Hutchinson and Hill City.
Kansas high schools Oswego and Chetopa recover sewing machines stolen in September. Two machines are returned to Oswego high school and one to Chetopa, with more expected after identification. Six Oswego and five Chetopa machines were stolen, plus others reported in Independence and Cedar Vale.
El Dorado Kansas November 25. This small pig that failed to break loose is shown pickled in alcohol. Farmer T. M. Owen of Au ta in Butler County displays the porker born near his farm, a curious local sight.
A small blaze at the Holy Sepulchre in Jerusalem's old city caused limited damage and was contained by fire crews. Diplomats visiting the scene reported the fire died down, with some authorities doubting the site’s exact authenticity. The fire began Wednesday night.
Leavenworth police say three juveniles are suspected in last night’s thefts from three Eudora businesses. About $70 in cash and merchandise were taken from the Cash Hardware store and two filling stations on highway 10. A gun, coins, and a damaged cash register were reported. authorities note the thefts occurred between 11 p m and 7 a m with window break ins. The trio was moved to Jefferson County custody in Oskaloosa. investigators continue.
Reports circulate that new coal peace talks and a 30 day strike truce may be under consideration. Rumors center on a December 1 deadline and John L Lewis’s preference to avoid a large miners walkout. President Truman signals use of Taft Hartley law if a coal shortage threatens national emergency.
Men started taking up the track of the Kaw Valley and Western interurban road on Sixth street today. The section turned east a short distance south of the Kaw river bridge. Workers were unsure where they would go next as they continue removing the abandoned line between Lawrence and Bonner Springs.
William S. Eddy of Marysville was appointed by Gov. Frank Carlson to the Kansas Abstractors Board of Examiners for a three year term ending June 30, 1952. Eddy is president of the Kansas Title Association, succeeding Orville A. Bell of Wichita whose term expired.
John Linn district supervisor and L. E. Parrish loan service agent from the Topeka F H A office will meet nine Leavenworth county farm families at Tonganoxie Monday to discuss the government farm loan program.
December 7 set for organizing the Citizens Committee for City Manager in Lawrence led by Miss Johanna Kolimene. League of Women Voters officials report a drive to collect petitions for a special election before February 24 with signatures from at least 781 registered voters by December 14.
Manila reports say government forces launched a combined air, artillery and ground assault on rebels in Batangas province. Planes strafed and bombed positions as 600 constabulary and army troops fought 600 rebels, with a temporary truce arrangement discussed by Batangas Governor Leviste but rejected by Manila leaders.
East St. Louis November 25 A.P.L. livestock handlers strike continues after 12 days with operations halted. Negotiators met again with a federal labor conciliator to seek an end to the walkout.
Herbert Hoover has been invited by the William Allen White Emporia Foundation to address the dedication of a memorial to the late Emporia Gazette editor at a date next spring in Emporia Kansas.
London reports that state ownership of Britain’s steel industry is delayed awaiting the next general election. The labor government must win to seize the key sector, but a Lords compromise delays takeover until after the 1950 vote, with take over planned for January and elections due by June.
Final plans for the Overseas Aid Douglas County drive will be made Monday night by county and township chairmen at the Lawrence Chamber of Commerce team meeting. Walter W. Gerstenberger and Fremont Hornberger will chair the session with D A Rosendall from Topeka to discuss the state campaign.
William Dunkin, an Omaha man serving 12 years for armed robbery, escapes Nebraska penitentiary with two hitchhikers after seizing a riot gun and the trooper’s revolver during a traffic stop in Missouri. Dunkin fled in a Nebraska car, wounding no one but disabling the patrol vehicle.
County officials announce a change ordered by state superintendent Adel F. Throckmorton. Joint district 68-70 land in Douglas and Johnson counties is attached to Eudora district 29. Territory includes property owned by Gus Gabriel Paul Gabriel Herbert Knabe and Amos W. Wester house.
The board of geographic names considers designating Osage river as Missouri stream name and choosing between Osage river and Marais des Cygnes for the Kansas stretch. The Kansas river runs from northeast of Emporia southeast to Missouri, joining the Little Osage and then the Osage. Decision expected on or after December.
About one-fifth of the $33,000 goal for the Wellam L. Sure dick memorial Tumlagsteen fund was announced. The $7,000 gap was noted at the guard meeting of the directing committee. Funds will be deed to the local library division at Green Road in the area.
Toia and Ban from Serry Iowa suffered fatal injuries in a vehicle collision on a November morning. The wreck occurred when their coupe ran off a road and collided with another vehicle near Barelege ville Oklahoma during a holiday trip.
KU faced a rugged morning trek from Kansas City to Tucson with a football framework and a final rush to the field. Argon University drills sharpened the lineup as players tested endurance ahead of a decisive afternoon session.
Forecast outlines mixed conditions across Missouri Kansas and nearby regions with temperatures in the mid to upper forties and highs near fifty on several days. Rain chances and cooler spells appear through the weekend with warming trends returning early next week.
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