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Newspaper

Lawrence Journal World

Location

Lawrence, Kansas, United States of America

Date

Oct 16, 1947

Page

4

Matthew 5 6 Paraphrase about hunger for righteousness

A distorted biblical verse fragment speaks of hunger for righteousness and being blessed by God. It echoes spiritual desire and reward for those who seek justice and truth.

Reassns differ on Palestine partition plan at UN

The United States and Soviet Union back a partition of Palestine into Jewish and Arab states, seeking practicable governance and peace. It notes American in principle support and Soviet desire for stability, while warning of possible instability and strong opposition from both communities.

Europe Near East

Lewis Defies Affidavit Rule as AFL Union Field Reshapes Leadership

The Taft Hartley non communist affidavit rule faces a setback as John L. Lewis declines to sign. The AFL abolishes thirteen vice presidents including Lewis, leaving UMW head out of the picture while other AFL officers comply. The change aims to protect members while upholding the law and testing leadership’s value to labor and the public.

John L. Lewis American Federation of Laboe Lewis United Mine Workers A.F.L ALFU Jssue Lewin

Food to Europe and U.S. Aid Gathers Support

Congressmen returning from Europe express doubt about how a shipment of American food might curb communist influence. Yet officials urge support for aid as a short term aid to hunger, arguing it serves a worthy purpose and may aid longer term aims.

Europe

Attracting Industries and Kansas Gas Resources

The Hugoton area discussions focus on vast natural gas supplies piped to distant industries, highlighting concerns that Kansas loses a valuable resource without fair return. Jeff Rebert reports on the debate over state economic gains.

Hugoton Kansas Jeff Rebert

Atomic age shifts in-state industrial prospecting

The piece argues gas derivatives and state natural resources could spur regional industry growth in Kansas. It notes hopes for on-site development and a broader dispersal of industrial impact, driven by atomic-age implications. It suggests locating industries in areas once deemed uneconomic, changing regional economic planning.

Rubber supply worries prompt defense and synthetic plan

A Kansas wheat area note hints at uncertain crops while federal talk grows on a strategic shift. Experts urge manufacturing 100000 tons of synthetic rubber yearly for national security. enforcement not needed if citizens self execute savings. A Philippine base shift signals changing defense posture as Manila Bay roles recede. A West Virginia man, 95, remains busy in the housemoving trade, delaying photos.

Kansas New Deal Corregidor Manila Bay

Geneva as home for United Nations urged in column

The columnist mocks the idea of moving the United Nations to Geneva while defending New York as host. He cites debates in the UN Assembly, mentions Stalin and Vishinsky, and quips about Santa Claus Indiana. The piece ends with a light note on Rensselaer Institute students resisting shaving due to long skirts.

Eward Curran International Catholic Truth Society Watch Oo Lve York New York City United Nations Father Uwrran Mr. Vishineko League of Nations Geneva Switzerland Churchill Gieneva United Nations Assembly Sweden France Rene Mayer New York Times Josef Stalin Santa

Tito Makes Serbia’s Balkan Power Play in Postwar Era

Yugoslav politics post World War II center on Tito consolidating power. Soviet backing and open aid from the Truman plan shape influence, while Yugoslavia’s nationalization of major industries and seized American properties complicate U.S. relations and wartime lend-lease settlements.

Hing Peter T Tito Moscow Macoscow Soviet Russia Yugoslavia Soviet Russia Turkey Greece Balkans United States Albania U. S New York Standard Oil

Two Worlds and One World in Cold War Debate

The piece discusses Churchill and another statesman’s views on two worlds versus one world. It argues Bolshevist expansion must be halted without wholesale war, aided by Marshall Plan rehabilitation of Western Europe to defend democracy. It notes communism’s anti liberty nature and predicts Eastern Europe may seek freedom, shaping a possible peaceful two worlds lead to one.

Stalin Stooges United Nations Britain Russia Frankiv United States U. N Churchill Soviet Union United Nations Organization Owever Western Europe

Baker University reports record liberal arts enrollment

Baliwin Kansas October 16 1947 Baker University announces a fall enrollment of 652 liberal arts students, a new high for its history and the largest liberal arts enrollment of any Protestant college in Kansas.

Baliwin Kansas Baker University Baker Kansaa

Presbyterians Oppose Universal Military Training

Kansas Presbyterians adopted a resolution opposing universal military training by a 114 to 14 vote at their annual meeting in Hutchinson. They also approved a bid to Europe and opposed repeal of Kansas prohibition laws. Mrs. G A Chickering of Hutchinson was re elected president of the women’s organization.

Hutchinson Kan Kansas Presbyterians Europe G. A. Chickering

Old Home Town Marriages and Club News

Miss Clara Jeanette Hunsinger and Ernest Johanning wed at the bride’s parents home. Attendants were Dora Hunsinger and Adolph Johanning. ring bearer Earl Johanning. Avis Elaine Tyrell engaged to Frank Albert Matthias of Prairie View. Frank E. Jones reelected president of the Associated Garden Clubs of Kansas at Hutchinson convention. Kanwaks pupils, guided by Margaret Fritsel, toured Lawrence industries. Participants included Wayne Hird and others. Mrs A W Detler hosted family dinner for Roy Day of California. Horace Murphy announces birth of son Lee Elsworth, October 12. E L Knapp of Ottawa entertained guests George Hurd of Lawrence.

Clara Jeanette Hunsinger Ernest Johanning George Hunsinger Mias Dora Hunsinger Adolph Johanning Earl Johanning Mra L. L. Tyrell Perry Avis Elaine Albert Matthias Prairie Iew Frank E. Jones Associated Garden Clubs of Kansas Hutchinson Kanwaks Margaret Fritsel Lawrence Wayne Hird David Farrier Archie Jennings Jean Button Jane Teopping Helen Hird Evelyn Houk Doris Haverstock Jimmie Topping Glenn Johanning Nadine Farrier Mildred Button Geraldine Farrier Donald Farrier Irene Button Dorothy Farrier A. W. Detler Roy Day California Horace Murphy Lee Elsworth E. L. Knapp Ottawa George Hurd

Twenty Five Years Ago A Chicken Pen Com Motion Report

The report describes a com motion in T. E. Griesa's chicken pen last night. He went to inspect the scene and found the animal within the house area while trying to locate the owner.

T. E. Griesa

Forty Years Ago Marriage Told In Local Notice

Fort y years ago the marriage of Miss Amelia Denewiler and Edward Stelle was planned for this evening at the bride’s home. Mrs Hattie Tibball hosted a birthday party last night. Mrs George Jewett entertained at cards this afternoon. Mrs A Difford invited friends for an informal afternoon. Members of the Juanita club met at Miss Bina Wisely’s home. Miss Edna Dinsmoor will attend Friday’s wedding of Miss Helen Johnson and Cletus Heaford, accompanied by Mrs E H Pittsburgh, a cousin of Harry in. Mrs J B Shearer traveled to Kenosha City on business this morning.

Amelia Denewiler Edward Stelle Nts Hattie Tibball George Jewett A. Difford Juanita Club Bina Edna Dinsmoor Helen Johnson Cletus Heaford Opler E. H Pittsburgh Harry J. B. Shearer Ken Uns City

North Lawrence social notes honor Mrs Wallace Hamlet

Mrs Beulah Higgins and Mrs Gale Killinger hosted a layette shower for Mrs Wallace Hamlet with bingo prizes and gifts. Dinner guests included Mrs Ernest Mason and others. Several families and neighbors share visits and moves in the community news from Route 3 Beverley Shoemaker to Boone town travel details.

Beulah Higgins Gale Killinger Wallace Hamlet Killinger Hamlet Ernest House Vernon Davison John Murphy James Mills Betty Houk Adam Hicks Arthur Hicks Ross Sherwood Olathe Leroy Crocker Garden City Ruby Cress Linds Fred Hiceins Kathleen Kenneth Forrest Whitsitt David Mirable Mefford Whitsitt Truman Nelson Billie Bobby Edward Hubbel Bonner Springs Ruth Shoemaker Edna Welsh Shoemaker

On the Air Waves Horizon ta 1 7 Pictured Actress

Clues across a crossword style grid mention figures such as a pictured actress and various definitions. The entry lists words like Nostril, Be carried, Fathers, German river, Dower property, Group of matched pieces, Novel, Observe, Sun god, Forenoon, Powerful explosive, Footlike part, Legal point, Soft mineral, Icelandic ind, Wind indicator patents.

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Community Notices From Oskaloosa and Surrounding Areas

Local residents host and visit relatives across Oskaloosa Kansas City and Topeka. The Cal committee met at Howard Hicks home with attendees from El Reno and nearby towns. Twin girls born at Memorial hospital. Miss Jennie Fleming spoke at the North Lawrence church.

John Hubbe Bonner Springs Maryland Emma Robinson Garnett Ora Arthur Sam Arthur Topeka Lyman Jones Cliford Jones Kansas City Jack Popplewell Thomas Popplewell Donald Crumet Ed Crumet Beverley Sue Harold Skinner Pleasant Valley Hugh Lipp George Krum Baldwin Anna Hicks Crowder School Benford Taylor Memorial Hospital Taylor Ruby Shirk Donald Jennie Fleming India North Lawrence Christian Church R. C. Swain Fadora Wiliam Ports Ed Andrews Ottawa

Hicks and Mason Visit Relatives in Springfield

Mr. and Mrs. Arthur Hicks and Mrs. Ernest Mason spent Tuesday afternoon in Mr. and Mrs. J. E. Holladay home. On Sunday they visited relatives in Springfield Missouri with Mr. and Mrs. Ralph Hubel Jr. and son Michael.

Arthur Hicks Dee Co Ernest Mason J. E. Holladay Kamsas Haa Ralph Hubel, Jr Sen Michael Springfield

Farm population shift sparks surplus child debate

University of Nebraska Extension notes economic reasons behind farm family surplus as farm births rise and a portion of young men must leave agriculture for broader opportunities. The trend shows long term decline then wartime shifts, with implications for rural communities and farm labor supply.

University of Nebraska Agticu U.S

Freight cars derail in Chanute yards. minor injuries

Three cars of a southbound freight train derailed in Chanute yards, blocking track and delaying Santa Fe passenger train No. 47 from Kansas City to Tulsa by about two hours. Railroad officials reported no injuries and called the incident minor.

Chanute Kan Chan Kanes ' City Tulsa Santa Fe

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