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Newspaper
Lawrence Journal World
Location
Lawrence, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Oct 14, 1955
Page
2
The item lists the Lawrence Daily Journal details: established 1854, editor W. G Blimons, publisher, staff names, office address at Sixth and New Hampshire, advertising director, subscription rates by carrier and mail, and Associated Press note.
The article argues Volkswagen outsells foreign rivals in the United States, appealing with plain transportation rather than luxury. It contrasts American automakers offering prestige and high-cost features with a growing interest in affordable, frill-free cars. Rising prices may push buyers toward simpler, cost effective options.
MU authorities announced disciplinary action against several freshmen for violating the first year rule against operating motor cars. The university plans to enforce the rule this year and inform the student body. The Columbia Tribune contrasts earnest students with those deemed not fitted for higher education despite public funding.
The article argues the United States remains mistrusted in Argentina after Juan Peron's ouster. It notes Peron used anti American rhetoric to rally loyalty, later sought U S loans, and left South American sentiment unsettled. It calls for careful handling of power driven leaders.
The Indiana riot near New Castle involved vandalism to an industrial plant a house fire and threats to nonstrikers as National Guardsmen intervened. The piece argues peaceful picketing is a cover for violence and notes labor bosses often push for labor demands through force while management bears costs passed to consumers. It also references Peron and a National Petroleum Week factoid about air industry participants.
NEW HOLLAND Pa Amish farmer Dave Huyard 48 lives without electricity cars or modern entertainment. He and his wife Lydia operate 151 acres across two farms with sons David 22 Melvin 18 Isaac 15 and daughter Ruth 24 married. Huyard says they are happy live by the golden rule avoid war and plan for their children to run farms of their own.
A split in the 1956 nomination race seems likely if Eisenhower declines to endorse a successor. Knowland opposes an heir apparent and calls for an open primary. Dems show Stevenson Harriman Kefauver tensions as candidates spar while Republicans await Eisenhower’s stance.
A brief religious note cites Proverbs advising not to envy the evil nor desire to join them, warning against yielding to harmful influences and promoting prudent restraint.
A Topeka Capital roundup cites Milt Tabor and R. R. Melton praising cattle outcomes despite dry years. It argues for an open market wage basis without taxes or bargaining, while noting American industry shifts to long term building and rapid obsolescence and general fatigue among workers.
A reflective piece asserts that more people would achieve if fewer excuses existed. It argues honesty boosts status, television distracts, and many find happiness by not overvaluing small picky demands.
The Q asks about the first railroad to reach the Pacific Northwest and notes the last spike driven at Gold Creek Montana in September 1883. It then cites questions on equinox variation and Rob Roy as a real historical figure, identifying him as Robert MacGregor the Robin Hood of Scotland.
President Eisenhowers choice of a White House staff chief highlighted Sher man Adams of New Hampshire as a loyal, diplomatic, hard working, and politically savvy fixer. Adams provided crucial guidance during the McCarthy affair and kept staff harmony, while resisting patronage and bearing early Republican and Democratic criticism.
A Kansas community announces a new yarn quota calling knitters to create aweaters for service members. The item cites local leaders, ministry appointments, and various social notices, including weddings, travels, and organizational events, reflecting postwar community life and civic activity.
In Tokyo a rough estimate places Americans stationed in Japan at over 180000 with Koreans numbering about 570486 across the peninsula and allied posts.
A dense, year 1940s style schedule lists WDAF KMBC and KMEC airtimes Friday through Sunday for programs such as church bulletins football forecasts Fibber McGee Juke Box Jury and Grand Ole Opry along with several films cartoons and variety shows. The page also includes sports and news slots with many named shows and hosts.
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