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Newspaper
Lawrence Journal World
Location
Lawrence, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Oct 11, 1947
Page
4
Truman urge for voluntary rationing faces mixed public support
A week into the Europe food drive, President Truman’s voluntary self denial program shows only partial adherence. Proponents split between those who fear enforcement and those who advocate stricter controls, with many observers urging broader aid to Europe to hasten postwar peace. Next week could reveal which attitude prevails and shapes policy.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Truman
Europe
Arab Armies Move Amid Palestine Tensions
Resolutions by Arab league members show unity on preventing partition and opposing a Jewish state. Five Arab armies move forces toward the Palestine border as Britain contemplates withdrawing mandate forces. The United States plans to state its position to the U N soon. The week’s events signal a dangerous path and little calm in the region.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Arab Teague
Palestine
U.N
United States
U. N
Soviet ties and postwar loyalties in American politics
The piece notes Americans align with Moscow over party lines, facing a dilemma between national loyalty and party obedience. It mentions the Berlin Moscow axis period, Nazi shift, and current pressures to support new leadership while appearing loyal to the United States.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Moscow
Russia
Vicious Circle in War Time Policy Debates
A Wichita Eagle reader laments wartime resource flows from America to Europe and criticizes nationalized industries and overbearing laws. The letter argues free enterprise should prevail, urging self reliance and warning that Europe’s self-sufficiency could return if farmers receive encouragement. Juror and legal note mention: Overell case yields $129 weekly for jurors and $950,000 for lawyers, highlighting courtroom outcomes.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Tietuta
America
Eurage
Europe
Wichita Eagle
UN Plans For Holy Land Split To Two States Debate
The text discusses UN proposals to divide Palestine into Arab and Jewish states, amid Arab unrest and international pressure. It notes Lebanon Syria Egypt and Jordan mobilizations near Palestine and Britain’s interest in preventing a wider Arab Israeli clash while considering a UN military option.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
i _ Tree
United Nations
Britain
Apertenen
Eestative
Was & Proemeneia
Holy Land
U.N
Mt Jan
Mili
Tom Brown
Doctor Fell
Lebanon
Syria
Palestine
Abulla
Trans- Jordan
Jordan
Fromese
Iddie
Guatemala
U.N. Assembly
Paline
Russia
Local nuptials and community gatherings noted
The article records the wedding of Miss Barbara Kester to Tom Page in their home, a birthday party for a child, a reunion for Mr. Boxman and family in Salt Lake City, plus visits and a birth announcement. Names include Barbara Kester, Tom Page, Betty K, David Page Sr, E G Boxman, Salt Lake City, Sarelle Helen.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Barbara Kester
F. E. Kester
Tom Page
Topeka
Betty K
David Page
E. G. Boxman
Sid Hill
Michael Getto
Douglas Jost
Caroline Hol
Local Campaign Notes and Social Gazette Fragment
A fragmented clipping recalls a 25 year old political event linked to Vic Johnson and John Rising, with mentions of a campaign at Leos and a social gathering attended by Dene and Biss. Names and places are incomplete, providing only a snapshot of a local election era.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Vic Johnson
John Rising
Leos
Biss
Forty Years Ago Evokes Small Town Social Exchanges
The item recalls community life with mentions of Mr and Mrs ST Cheseum, Grace and Merie Coleman hosting a Dancing club at Quivira club, Mrs G M, Mrs Sarah M Falley Past Rese, and Rose Pearce traveling to Kansas City for a visit. Mr and Mrs Weary Meere visit Bansee City.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Cheseum Coe i
Esen
Read- Grace
Merie Coleman
Quivira
G. M
Sarah __M. Falley
Snood Te Ore
Pearce
Rose Pearce
Kansas City
Weary Meere
Letters to the Editor on annexation and city growth
The letter argues annexation must be justified by a city’s central dynamism, usually industrial, not a university drive. It warns that large student populations create abnormal growth and rural residents fear losing independence, demanding proof of necessity before action.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Journal-World
Greece Receives Wheat Equivalents and Relief Supplies
Greece receives about 100000 tons of wheat equivalents under U S foreign relief for July to September distributed to eight port cities. shipments include 6 7 5 2 tons powdered milk 195 207 pounds DDT 357 tons beans. ships include Barbara Lykes Berea Victory Hoo sier State Batea Victory J B Waterman James Smith Daniel Lownsdale Rosario SS Theodore Foster Arthur Riggs Green Wave Nicholas Biddle Ethan Allen Crest of the Waves expected milk via Ex ford Excelsoir Kate Kildare.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Athena
U. S
Greece
George Gardner
Frinceton
N. J
Barbara Lykes
Berea Victory
Germany
Hoosier State
Batea Victory
Corfu
Patras
J. B. Waterman
New York
James Smith
New Orleans
Piraeus
Mading
Volos
Thesaaly
Daniel Lownsdale
Crete
Rosario
Theodore Foster
Houton
Texas
Arthur Riggs
Green Wave
Nicholas Biddle
Ethan Allen
Exford
Excelsoir
Kate Kildare
Glaring Posh Are Oct The New Feminine Silhouette
A fashion column urges a return to 1912 styles with rosy nail polish and shorter nails. It favors deep rose shades for fall and winter, oval nails, and careful shaping to prevent chips, highlighting demure femininity and ladylike makeup.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Fee
Herybody
Mom
Warden to Rescue Oakdale Reservoir Bass Snare
Warden Gus Geibel in Oakdale California sought to rescue more than a ton of bass stranded in the Woodland reservoir tunnel after water shutoff. He used a rubber suit and nets to retrieve the fish, with the effort taking most of the day as the bass of two pounds and larger were pulled from the tunnel.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Oakdale
Calif
Gus Geibel
Woodland Reservoir
Geibel
Relptre
All Americans Club Forms on Chicago West Side
A mixed nationality group on Chicago's west side forms a fragile shelter in a concrete courtyard. They post a sign All Americans Club and claim no fights since starting. Four o'clocks bloom briefly each day but close with sunrise.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
West Side
Areld Zuckerman
Dhane Oirhalt
Aeschylus Tragedy Repeats at Ancient Theatre
Aeschylus tragedy performed again in the ancient theatre drawing audiences as a classical stage revival. A total of 17 American competitors and other performers participate in the event, delivering a blend of modern and ancient performances.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Aeschylus
Jeve
Saturday Night Radio Schedule Highlights
A fragmented listing shows radio and TV program blocks for October Saturday evening across stations KMBC WREN WDAF KNBC WDAF and others. Programs include newscasts weather reports music segments and variety shows with multiple hosts and guest acts mentioned in a dense schedule.
Local Baldwin News Notes From Baldwin Page
Baldwin News items recount community events and visits. Mrs. Greet and Miss Mary daughter of Portland, sisters Heeman Green and Mere Useaed Marve, attend church and pot lucks. Topeka relatives prior married. Daughters of the King class hosts pot luck at Preston home. Alpha Chi Omega and campus gatherings noted with Evelyn Aerause of Chicago and Miss Jean Staffert of Kansas City. Various guests from Idaho Springs, Cascade, Topeka attend services and visits. October 16 Great Day planned by Home Demonstration Unit. officers elected. lesson on washing and ironing demonstrated. Charles Holliday and sister Faye Holliday visit Baldwin before returning to Asheville and Atlanta.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Heeman Green
Mere Useaed Marve
Portland Re
Greet
Mary Auehter
Marve
Saltyehter
Topeka
Daughters of the King
First Methodist
Areh
Tevesdas Everine
Mroant
Preston
Boon Martin
Chiapas
Ami
Beot S. Liston
Alpha Chi Omega House
Evelyn Aerause
Chicago
Mis
Jean Staffert
Kansas City
Mes Freetan Plattehurest
Moberly
Fischer
OH. Bell
Ilward Kapelle
Carl Wakeman
Barker Ward
Redmond
Judson Leach
Firat Methodist Sunday School
Kev
Song Service
Bicht
Ho Arnot
Tanet
Nautilus «Ub
Mra
Jl Ro Stevenson
Philip Hostetter
Gmc
Hanrvey Tooth
Mexico
Mesarco
Booth
Victor H. Hildyard
Philp Miller
Fra Iherberry
Persident
Ernest Butell
Paul Sutton
Irackenberry
O. R. Keller
C. C. Davidson
Harvey M. Booth
Mee
Thomas Collins
HM. Booth
Millard Jackgant Tang
Charles Holliday
Asheville
No UL
Faye Holliday
Atlanta
Baldwin
Aster Named for Goddess Astrae and Ear Plants
The aster was named after the goddess Astrae, from whose ears the plants were reputed to have sprung, tying the flower to mythic origins and natural lore.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Aster
Astrae
Evening radio and theatre listing highlights
A Monday October 13 schedule features KNBCU Tony Martin KNBC Newcrest WDAF Album of Music and more. WREN Nellie Brown Songs WREN On Stage America KMBC Weather and late programs share a varied lineup across WDAF KMBC KNBC WREN and WUVAF stations.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Wren—Theatre Guild
KNBCU
Tony Martin
WDAF
KMBC
Christopher, Wella
Wren
Nellie Brown
KNBC
Newcrest
WDF
KMWBC
Ronald Coleman
Wren—Neal
Newacast
Elmer Devin
Ambc Cub
Lone Ranger
Nmoment Musical
Krmeuh
WDA News
Ray Blok
WUVAF
Cavabase of America
America
Vows of Firestone
Phil Silvers
RMBC
Arthur Chaffrey
Knmbrc
WDAP
Rma
Radio Guide Preview of Family Friendly Evening Programs
The KMBC schedule features Ronald Colman at 9 45 p m Sundays with Little Women as a family favorite. Joanne Taylor launches a ladies questions program starting October 15 at 9 a m Monday through Saturday with letters read on air and a surprise prize. Brush Creek Follies return with Hiram Higsby and new star Russell Roland on Rhymaline Time and Russell Roland Sings. Brush Creek broadcasts from Ivanhoe Temple Saturdays at 8 p m. Also Bob Hope and Dorothy Lamour on Screen Guild Players, My Favorite Brunette at 8 30 p m Wednesday, The Family Hour at 4 p m Sundays with Rise Stevens and Dr Thomas Parran, Mystery of the Week at 10 p m Monday through Friday debuting a new Poirot.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ronald Colman
KMBC
Louisa May Alcott
Joanne Taylor
Joanne
Jeanne Taylor
KMBEC
Brush Creek Follies
Hiram Higsby
Brush Creek Galaxy
Russell Roland
Hiram
Brush Creek Gang
Rhythm Riders
Millie and
Sue
Tune Chasers
Lazy River Boys
Colorado Pete
Don Sullivan
Jed Starkey
Groves Washington White
Ivanhoe Temple
Bob Hope
Dorothy Lamour
Screen Guild Players
Rise Stevens
al Goodman
Thomas Parran
Uv. Public Health Service
Hercule Poirot
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Hia Best
Grestttin
Margaret Treman
Vicious Circle
Vents IN Review
Norway
Valley School
Jennie Lynn
Paul Kennedy
Helen
Maurine Mangeledorf
Melvin Griffith
Addie Carter
Shipman Carter
Art District
A. I. Dailey
Sarelle Helen
Gwe Kuhne Bi
Mia Danae
Fred G. Souman
F. L. Bunker
Aneweer Te Frevices
Burts
Ride
Yaerse
Wbdaap
Holbwood
Wdaaf
Riley
KMBCU
Jean Sablon
Truth Or Consequences
KM Hi
Grand Ole Opry
AMEU
Brush Creek
KREN
WUAF
Lassye
Ssonphenay
Potthe Mans
Patti Pace
Wren Hall Lance
Fond Theater
Whhodeha Wagaman
WEEN
Bex Maugan
AMBC
Baldwin News
LT. Harris CO
Kmbsc-Fm
Waco
Eldridge
Lawrence, Kansas
Acousticon Gilbert Co
Bank of Topeks Bidg
Topeka, Kansas
B. G Gustafson
Phaene
Maes
Eney
Bendix
Cen Peresin
Yeur Business
Batterias Hanna
Lawrence
Delaiaian
Rankin Drug CO
Faune
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