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Newspaper
Lawrence Journal World
Location
Lawrence, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Oct 11, 1957
Page
2
The Democrats demand a US shift to reclaim leadership in arms research after the Soviet satellite milestone. Representative Simpson accuses Democrats of feigning concern while Congress cut defense funding. Senator Jackson proposes a full restatement of national defense policy in Spokane, citing Soviet satellite success.
The Kansas City Athletics announce Harry Craft as manager for the 1953 season. Craft succeeds Lou Boudreau and signs a one year contract to lead the club amid expectations he will direct the A’s in the coming year.
San Marino's Communist government surrendered its power to a rival anti red regime. Christian Democrats formed a pro United States alignment at the outset of the upheaval. A new government begins amid shifts in influence and governance.
Obituary items report the death of Hebert G. Barker at 1132 Conn. St with services to be announced. Edith Cole McClure died in Denver after a stroke, born Sept 13 1871, last survivor of her family, longtime Plymouth Congregational member. Funeral plans for Mildred Spence and her infant daughter set for Monday at the Church of God. twin births noted with Spence as Mildred Lake born July 26 1933 in Lawrence.
Bernard Bertan 60 works at Well Made Trouser Co in New York. A robber twice forced him to strip at a Fifth Avenue entrance, taking $31 then $4 and throwing his pants from a window.
The annual Naval and Marine Reserve Aviation Squadrons review at Olathe Naval Air Station was canceled due to a flu outbreak. 57 suspected Asian flu cases in 24 hours prompted Captain Hungate to halt the event to protect public health, affecting about 1,500 reservists and senior officers including Dr. Thomas Chin of the Public Health Service.
In Lawrence Jesse Merkley of 736 N 4th St proves fresh fruit stays in season with 17 quarts of strawberries from ever bearing plants last week. Plants are set to yield until a hard freeze, marking a prolonged picking period beyond typical June timing. Benjamin D Carter of Trafford Pa seeks help tracing his aunt Mrs Hattie Trawich Holt who lived in Lawrence 10 to 15 years ago and may now be in her eighties with two sons named Lee and possibly Bob or Ron.
Western diplomats at the United Nations hoped Russia would accept an American proposal to discuss international control of outer space missiles within the UN framework. Soviet Foreign Minister Andrei Gromyko ignored a bid by U S Ambassador Henry Cabot Lodge to start such talks during the disarmament debate in the Assembly’s Political Committee.
A New York City 13 member Teamsters faction seeks a federal court order to bar James R Hoffa from taking office as Teamsters president. The suit targets the Miami Beach convention alleging handpicked delegates and a rigged election amid broader rifts with the AFL CIO and Senate probes into union funds and ties.
The notice lists individuals admitted to Memorial Hospital in Atlanta and nearby towns, including Harley E. Rouse and several women with addresses across Kansas, Missouri, Ohio, and beyond. The fragmentary roster mentions spouses and children among the patients, with several entries incomplete or garbled.
Fragmentary notice lists names and events including births and a manslaughter-abortion accusation involving Sartin in the death of Miss Lucienne Colbrant, 27, a Trans World Airlines hostess, with references to Parsons and local addresses and a preliminary hearing before Gnefkow.
Fragmentary report from Damascus claims a cache of arms seized yesterday is part of a broader American plan to overthrow the current regime. The wording suggests military sources view the seizure as triggering or fueling war and regime change.
The ceremony united Annette, 93, of the Holy Cross, with her 24 year old finance agent husband in Montreal. The couple wed in a modest rite with a few guests present. Cecile observed the event noting the unusual age difference and celebratory mood.
Analysis notes how Orval Faubus used the Arkansas National Guard to block integration at Central High School, triggering riots and federal troops. The piece argues the crisis clarifies the legal nature of segregation and pressures a federal civil rights bill, with fear and debate shaping civic response in Little Rock and beyond.
Franklin P Murphy chancellor of the University of Kansas condemns superficial answers to the Russian satellite issue at the American Council of Education meeting. He warns that the nation must prioritize the trained mind and commit to unprecedented educational effort with national leadership.
The Northeast Kantan Bankers Association will meet October 15 in Bailey Falls with Bankers of Jefferson County as hosts. Speakers include HR A. Mermis of Hays state president Dwight Nesmith of Kansas State College Dr Le land J Prechard of Lawrence chairman of KU Economics Department Tom W Webb Lew Lahner and Dale marie of Lawrenceville.
Washington's Agriculture Department assigns a price tag of seven to ten billion dollars per year to a Brannan plan style farm program. The plan aims to support farmer prices through direct payments and policy measures.
At a South Dakota farm event Governor Foss faced interrupted remarks as egg throwers demanded attention to farm prices. Benson, target of the prank, continued after the disruption warning that broader markets and reduced costs, not price supports, are the solution for American farmers. Rankley and others admitted involvement, saying letters failed to draw notice.
An Air Force intermediate range Thor missile lifted off from Cape Canaveral today and was visible for about three minutes before disappearing over the Atlantic. Military reports say the test appeared successful and marked the second such flight, though officials did not discuss details.
Dr. Sebh Michener, chair of Entomology, earns a Fulbright grant. The notice notes his academic standing and ongoing work at the university, highlighting international exchange aims and potential research collaborations.
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