Nine Kansas cities' spending climbs from 1953 to 1955
Expenditures for Atchison Coffeyville Fort Scott Hutchinsons Lawrence Leavenworth Parsons Pittsburg and Salina rose from 9,869,222 in 1953 to 11,862,286 in 1955. Debt service and operations consumed much of the budget. hospitals and utilities shaped several city spends with varying shares.
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Kansas
Atchizon
Uw Élty
Pone
Atchison
Hutchinson
Coffeyville
Coneal St Tinistration
Aeys
Couty
Bard
Zhukov Seeks Answer On ICBM Equipment Move
Belgrade Yugoslavia marshal Georgi Zhukov questioned whether Soviet forces are already equipped with inter continental ballistic missiles. He told a luncheon that Soviet science and technology have made it possible to equip armed forces with the latest arms in the framework of defence.
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Belgrade
Yugoslavia
Geogi
Zhukov
Do You Know This Person A Noted Kansas Figure
Knox College alumnus and World War I air force lieutenant claims extensive personal data. A Lawrence resident for 34 years he works for Kansas state government and once drew a governor’s suggestion to move after a famous speech. He and his wife authored many books. their daughter is a KU graduate. He enjoys trout fishing and singing in cafes and church choirs.
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Knox College
Lawrence
State of
Kansas
Hot & Radical
Intercontinental missiles and future arms debate
Report notes that Russia may possess or be close to possessing an intercontinental ballistic missile. Western experts suggest tests in August were for a pilot model and full production remains months or years away. The remark discusses whether the weapon becomes the ultimate deterrent now or later, amid speculation on Western analyses.
Doan's Pills Claim Fast Relief for Headache Pain
A jumbled ad-like paragraph touts Doan's Pills as fast relief for headaches and muscle pains from overexertion. It references soothing effects and promises a good night’s sleep, urging readers to ask for the product by name.
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Ryliet
UF Plan to Workers Spreads Across Lawrence Firms
Lawrence business and industrial employers propose a United Fund payroll deduction plan for 12 months and urge workers to join the Fair-Share plan contributing one hour of pay per month. Participating firms include diverse retailers, lenders, service shops, and manufacturers in Lawrence. The Industrial Division led by A. R. B. Zurbuchen coordinates the drive with local banks, savings firms, and utilities aiding the effort. The listing shows a wide array of companies from cleaners to car dealers supporting the campaign.
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Lawrence
United Fund
American Service Co
Anchor Savings & Land Assoc
Murl Real Accounts
Ing & Tax Service
Beneficial Finance Co
Bridge Standart
Capitol Ral Savings & Loan Based
Carovueel
Jim Clark Motors
Commerce Acceptance
Disholt’s
Driscill
E ’ Frita Co
Gibbe Clothing
Gon Thasi
Hmunainger Motor Co
Jey
Kansas
City Star
Kraft Hous Purnishings
Landrith’s
Faro Chemicals County Tye Seiyadde Qi
Olay Press, Inc
Pub- Me Service Co
Lawrence National Bank
Taawrence Sanitary Milk & Iva Cream Co
the Standard Life Asacc
Weatvaco
Benny and Jack Defy Odds in Edgy TV Moment
Benny shows up in New York with comedian Hal March on a live quiz show, quitting after winning $64 and insisting the coin fee was enough despite $300 travel costs. The event underscores his playful self‑deprecating persona and the show’s generous backing from staff. Meanwhile, the Lawrence Board of Education announces coal bids for winter, with Snider Coal and Heating Service offering higher prices per ton than last year, and only three district buildings still coal heated.
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Jack Ladder
Benny
Hal March
California
March
Stradivari
Antonio
Cremona
Italy
A. E. Woestereyer
la Board of Education
Asid
Job
Snider Coal and Heating Service
Woestemeyer
Manual
Woodlawn
Absenteeism Reported Across Eastern Kansas
The state Board of Health reports higher absenteeism in workplaces and schools across eastern Kansas due to upper respiratory complaints though Dr. James Mott, state epidemiologist, says no confirmed Asian flu cases have appeared in Kansas. The Santo Tomas hospital in Panama receives support from a national lottery.
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Topeka
Kansas
State Board of Health
James Mott
Santo Tomas ‘Hospital
Panama
Fading coal trade echoes in a changing American life
A clerk notes difficulties in finding dealers who can deliver coal and cut bins as a phase of American life passes. The piece recalls coal furnaces of past decades and the old habit of telephoning orders, with the sound of coal dropping symbolizing seasonal change.
Ex-Governor’s Son Dies in Hiawatha Kansas
Frank Nash Morrill, 82, banker and civic leader, son of former Kansas governor Edmund Morrill, died in Hiawatha. Morrill’s death closes a long career in local finance and public service, reflecting a family deeply rooted in state leadership and community work.
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Hiawatha
Kas
Kansas
Frank
Nash Morrill
Edmund No Morr
Ihtaiste
Professor Elin Jorgensen to Speak at Warrensburg Meeting
Dr. Elin Jorgensen of Kansas University will guest Thursday at the Central Missouri Marcation Association meeting in Warrensburg Missouri.
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Elin Jorgensen
Kansas University
Central Missouri Marcation Association
Warrensburg
McElroy Sworn as Defense Chief Amid Transition
The report describes McElroy being sworn in as the new defense secretary with President Eisenhower present in the White House Cabinet room. Eisenhower congratulated McElroy, calling him a bureaucrat, as senior officials and officers attended the ceremony.
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Risen Hower
Byharies
Hesenhower
Metlee Stile
Alfier
McElmy
Berh Swork
Eisenhower
U.” Defense
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