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Newspaper
Lawrence Journal World
Location
Lawrence, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Oct 07, 1950
Page
4
The World-Herald comments on a scientist’s proposal to admit people to atomic bomb shelters by importance to the human race. It argues such ranking echoes ancient selective abandonments and should be reconsidered, placing the proposal last among values and safeguards.
With election a month away observers note subdued talk and scarce excitement in campaigns. Officials argue voters can stay calm yet still turn out, while party managers seek ways to revive interest as the stretch run begins. Concerns about turnout and engagement linger amid a quiet atmosphere.
The piece debates Truman's dog catcher appointment, arguing Lewie Lewis or John L. Lewis as possible picks. It notes political risk, public opinion, and concerns about loyalty to animals with distinctive features. The fragment underscores uncertainty about who could best manage the office.
Fighting remains south of the 28th parallel as North Korean supply trains and troop convoys are bombed by American aviators. Invaders raiding towns in South Korea reappear, while North Korea pushes on with guerrilla warfare and UN estimates face new scrutiny.
Dr WO Menninger addressed a Topeka audience about values in modern society. He argued that US progress in science and technology is vast yet accompanied by rising expertise in living together. Anatomic scientists was quoted as saying things that are unclear from the fragment.
A jumble of historical clippings reports mixed topics. It mentions propletic things, plane safety talk by Walt Nuibarter of the Tonga Devin Mirror, and airline statistics. It notes a riot linked to a communist strike in a city and remarks on Capone syndicate testimonies. It ends with corn picking and plant concerns, then social battles with Jack Fre Cover.
Old Home Town events feature speeches at Hoch Auditorium by Vale professor and others. Family announcements include Virgen’s engagement to Edward Alexander and a wedding planned in St Joseph Missouri. Socials detail gatherings hosted by Mr and Mrs J Ho Rees and others with clubs and music programs. a junior high debate favors telegraph over radio. birth announced for Margaret Ann Odsher.
Forty years ago the entrant K I team was sent from the field after refusing to stop talking during practice. Coaches Kennedy and ass grew tired of chatter after warnings and ended practice. Tete He suit was returned to him after he was off the squad for smoking. E A Berkeley arrives as assistant in the forge department at K A. Mrs Scott and Miss Ruth Scare go to Baldwin for weekend. Lawrence Hirs hoal defeated Lecompton AZ. Mrs Wil pried from visit in Kansas City and St. Joseph. Mrs J As Henley and daughter...
An unclear note recounts a day spent in Kansas City with Belle Kennedy and Mee’ Belle Kennedy, mentioning an autumn classic and home plate distance, with fragmentary phrases reflecting a faith themed reflection.
A retrospective on how scoreboards and scorekeeping evolved from manual magnet-driven systems to Morse code and radio, then to television. It notes crowded interest in past eras at newspapers and the shift to televised games, highlighting the fan appeal and technological changes.
The Newark School of Fine and Industrial Art director reviews Henry Gassen-Guptill’s Painting Methods and Techniques. The book surveys casein and water technique methods, both transparent and opaque, with illustrations and practical guidance for students and teachers.
A collection of editorial snippets from multiple papers critiques U S political messaging on war and peace. The Omaha World Herald questions the idea that a war to prevent war is prudent, while the Altoona Tribune mocks evasive explanations. The Leavenworth Times laments public apathy as people depart with only symbolic reminders.
The report discusses renewed fighting along the Pakistan Afghanistan frontier, with Pakistan claiming to have repulsed an Afghan-backed invasion by Pathan tribes. Afghanistan denies troop involvement, while British interests note the Khyber Pass and Landi Kotal fortress as strategic chokepoints. Tribesmen are described as savage and dangerous to outsiders in the rugged border area.
The Palwyra Old Settlers announce their annual meeting to be held Thursday October 1 at Howship Hall in the Bild Padist. A dinner will be served. The speaker will be Chere Hayes. Heth Moser is in good condition and Herbert Moser reports seating alone today at Lawrence Memorial hospital still a patient.
A compact puzzle page listing numerous cross reference clues and abbreviations. Entries include river islets, portraits, officers, mechanical terms, and cultural items. The grid style hints at a cryptic or fill in the blanks format common to late 19th century word games.
A fragmented list of radio programs, times, and station call signs across KMBC WDAF KMNC KCMO WREN and other outlets. It references dances, newscasts, parades, and variety shows with scattered names like Gene Autry Joe DiMaglio and Strauss era program cues. The item preserves station chatter and program titles in a rails-style broadcast directory.
WDAF television will telecast World Series games as scheduled. Regular programming will continue until a game begins or ends. The lineup includes Notre Dame and Barrie programs with station updates and sports segments led by Jay Barrington, plus parade coverage and news hours.
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