Soviet Production Lags U S by Decades in Study
New analysis concludes Soviet industrial output trails the United States by decades. Across 37 industries, total production lag stood at 28 years in 1913, 36 in 1937, and 35 in 1955, while per capita lag rose from 58 years in 1955. The report notes quality gaps and differing growth rates, with some catch-up in total output but slower gains per person.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
W. C.simona
The
World
Sixth
New Hampshire
Lawrence
Kansas
Douglas
Counties
United States
New York
G. Warren Nutter
University of
Virginis
National Bureau of Economic Research
National Bureau
Hev
de, Nutter
Soviet Union
Stu
United Staes
Nutter
The Lyons Den and Sibelius Legacy of Parties and TV Stars
A fragmented column mix notes Sibelius hosting long parties with guests in tails, a studio executive honored at his villa, and Warner's quip about liking short shows. Travel gossip mentions Julie Andrews and tape messages with fiancé Tony Walton. Sports banter covers Gov. Harriman and team moves, plus cliche jests about Bob Feller and a Mothers Day miscue. A&P scion George L. Hartford’s death and banking remarks close the item.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Antibea
Warner
Julie Andrews
My Fair Lady
Tony Walton
Miss. Andrews
Walton
Julie
Reconstruction era faults echoed in today’s federal wide debate
The piece compares post Civil War Reconstruction debates to modern reactions to federal troops in Little Rock. It notes Southern anger toward Reconstruction as a long standing sentiment, cites Lincoln and Johnson as forgiving forces versus harsher congressional aims, and argues Southern defiance helped trigger Congress’s 1867 Reconstruction Acts and abuses by carpetbaggers, suggesting history may repeat itself.
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South
Union
North
Lincoln
Johnson
Seward
Sherman
Grant
Washington
Deep South
Congress
Time for Reflection National Newspaper Week Message
The Jour nal-World marks National Newspaper Week with a reflection on the American press. It highlights press freedoms, public trust, and the role of newspapers in informing and shaping democratic life. The piece urges readers to value accuracy, responsibility, and ongoing dedication to public service.
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Journal-World
Thomas Jefferson
U. S
America
English Decadence Is Pitiful Says Ruark on London
London columnist Robert Ruark denounces British society as decadent blaming morality battles over homosexuality and youth crime on public officials and culture. He mocks reforms legalizing private homosexuality, warns of consequences for children and parental instruction, and laments Britain’s decline.
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London
England
Christie
Time to Remember echoes on American freedom
Letter urges readers to recall Plymouth Rock and the founding of America as a land built on liberty and equality. It condemns racial segregation, praises God’s laws, warns that internal strife could invite divine punishment, and stresses that greatness comes with moral duty. It cites Genesis and Psalm passages to reinforce its stance.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Journal-World
Plymouth Rock
America
God
Comment Disturbs Kansas Education Doctrine and Regents
The piece argues Kansans value strong schools and oppose Gov. Docking’s cost cutting seen as lowering education quality. It says the governor’s reasoning and charges attack the regent system that keeps higher learning out of politics, expressing strong opposition to the move.
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Kansas
George Docking
Governor's school policy stance shakes Kansas education
The piece critiques Governor Docking suggesting teachers are underworked and questions education funding. It contrasts his views with findings from the Presidents Committee on Education Beyond the High School, which urged higher teacher salaries. It argues regent governance should guide state schools and warns any lowering of standards could affect all education, urging reassurance from Regents and Legislature.
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Docking
Uenec
Board of Regents
Kansas
Regent
Penny Pincher Boy Saves 23000 Pennies in Wheelbarrow
Bethany Oklahoma 14 year old Jerry Alan Porter emptied his piggy banks and carried 23000 pennies to the bank in a wheelbarrow. The quirky savings tale highlights a boy who turned small change into a surprising sum.
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Bethany
Okla
Jerry Alan Porter
Bible Verse on Faith and Promise
A terse religious note affirms steadfast faith in God's promise. The writer cites Romans like language and praises unwavering trust despite uncertainty, emphasizing that faith remains firm when earthly sight wanes.
Old Home Town News Recalls Gallaghers Birth and KU Ties
In a nostalgic column, Mr and Mrs Robert Gallagher announce the birth of their son. Faculty and society items note Gamma Phi Beta entertainments and Lawrence High School staff travels to Winter Veterans Hospital. 1938 memorials and 1917 war drill plans at KU appear alongside society birthdays and local visits.
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Robert Gallagher
Slumiae
Gamma Phi Beta
George Baxter Smith
Olin Petefish
Nelson May
Los Angeles
Lawrence High School
G. C
Doc) Watson
Nanny Dover
H. C. Stuart
Chalmer Woodard
Guy Barnes
Dad" Perry
Kelvin Hoover
Thomas Pearson
Wayne Replogle
Topeka
Winter Veterans Hospital
Charles Fuller
Eudora
Arnold Gilbert
Vivian Lavery
Walton Ingham
Mary’ Johns
John Chapdler
Charles Bonebrake
David’ Secott
Luetille Wilfert
Fern
Liggett
Leonard Jella
Albert Jones
Violet
McKone
Burree Dalton
Bob" Dodderidge
Melvin Bally
Jack Koon
Carl Knox
Cee R. H. Wheeler
British Psychological Association
York
England
Wheeler
Tts
Home Guard
Arthur Nevin
France
Etta Poland
Kappa Kappa Gammas
Kappa ‘Alummnaer Association of
Kansas City
J. R
Stamp investment boom fuels vast UN issue interest
Hal Boyle reports stamp collecting has become a serious business and potential inflation hedge. Jack Taub notes 50 million collectors worldwide with 13 million in the United States, highlighting UN stamps as a prime current driver of value while warning later issues may not rise as strongly.
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New York
Jack Taub
London
United States
United Nations
East River
Taub
U.N
U. N
Sthmipa
U. N Attonney Action Committee
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Associated Press
Audit Bureau of Circulation
Indhia
U.S
Lyons
Den
Sibelius
Jean Sibelius
Carl Brisson
Brisson
Carl
Harriman
Giants
San Francisco
Dodgers
Bob Feiler
Feller
Chicago
Ept
White Sox
Jack Cole
Havana Riviera
Lions’ Cage
Lill
Palmer
Carlos Thompson
G. B. Shaw
John
George
A&p
Little Rock
Robert C. Ruark
Calcutta
Marseilles
Hong Kong
John Wolfenden
Kinney
Radcliffe Hal
Peter Wildeblood
Rome
Old Home Town
Hal Boyle
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