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Fragmentary OCR text shows a dated Saturday notice about saving power and economy, with unclear agency or location. The readable items include partial phrases about sources and a reference to October.
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Newspaper
Lawrence Journal World
Location
Lawrence, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Oct 18, 1947
Page
3
Fragmentary OCR text shows a dated Saturday notice about saving power and economy, with unclear agency or location. The readable items include partial phrases about sources and a reference to October.
Debate centers on the voluntary self denial program and the administration's price policy. Critics argue government actions like pork destruction and potato purchases raise costs, while Secretary of Agriculture resists the plan. Henry Hazlitt cites analysts on futures markets as stabilizers, asserting price effects mirror policy choices rather than speculative trading.
James F. Byres portrays Franklin D Roosevelt as hopeful for Soviet cooperation via Stalin but towards his death warned Churchill that only firm action would rein in Soviet power. Public statements hid private anxiety as Allied unity faded and Soviet policy diverged from agreed aims.
Travel leaders forecast 220000 Americans will visit Europe on private trips this year, a large volume amid political and economic strains. Despite Europe’s near collapse, business and cultural ties remain strong and attract travelers who view the war as over and risks as manageable.
A January to December review notes Japan’s two year postwar progress under MacArthur with moves toward representative government and limited world trade. It argues the record outshines postwar Europe and predicts eventual self sufficiency while criticizing critics. It also surveys farm home plans showing one story designs, kitchen centralization, and basement storage as demand rises in the Midwest and Plains states. Defendants in Kansas City election fraud cases plead guilty, withdrawing support from the theory of Democratic involvement.
The piece notes a summer program serving free tea to students amid exams. It contrasts the idea of bossy control with private concerns and hints at people reading others mail. It also mentions federal authorities probing a source and advises preparation over panic.
The text argues that China faces civil war and economic upheaval risking Soviet domination. It cites Lt. Gen. Wedemeyer warning drastic reforms are needed to prevent a communist orbit and notes Russia's border proximity and influence in Asia. It frames a broader struggle between Western democracy and totalitarian communism as a two-front world war.
A jumble of call signs and program hints shows a murky late night schedule across KMBC WDAP WREN and others. Mentions of weather reports emcee duties and a mystery segment hint at a chaotic broadcast lineup with names like Kristopher Wests and Walter Winetoil.
Wichita real estate attorney W C Jones was named state real estate commission attorney by Henry A Rubb as 3016 licenses for brokers and salesmen have been granted under the new law. Manhattan association president M Russell Cary urged Realtors to unite for free enterprise amid new housing policy debates.
The Old Rome Town reports the Rock Island Rocket began regular service through Lawrence this morning though the train does not stop there. The Douglas al as County of Guanes met Saturday with officers named and events noted including marriages and social visits across Lawrence and nearby towns.
The article outlines how private and public utilities are expanding power capacity and interconnecting grids across regions. It notes efforts to transfer power between New York and San Francisco, and Philadelphia to Washington, plus Midwest links. It reports government acknowledgement of strained supplies and steps taken in Florida and Northern California to keep power flowing during peak loads.
Wichita Kansas October meeting of the Kansas yearly meeting of Friends elected seven to serve on Friends University board of directors. The group includes Sylvester Chance Clare Willcutts H B McKibben Mrs Maxine Ball Edgar N Roberts Bessie Brown and Ray Hays. Miss Brown is a pastor of a Friends church. The longest title note following covers Washington and a legal appointment.
A KMBC radio lineup recap features the Wren team debuting with the First Nighter program. Other segments include jury trial notes, truth of consequences, and a sports law memory feature.
The University of Barsas begins end of Lambda Chi Alpha installation with officers named including M. Werby president and Dr. Houston To Karnes vice president. Local organizers Leon A. Sherwood Jr and figures from Independence Hutchinson and Chicago helped. Forty one men remain connected to the charter house. Community Chest drive in Cofferville reports $12,009 raised about sixty percent of the city quota.
Basel University faculty recommend four Baker University students for Rhodes Scholarship exams held since the war. Named are Mark Rouchk Guthrie Oklahoma Kansas City Massour Wuhan Farr Baker Odessa Mo and Frank Leibac her Je Balgin Ran Selection rests on academics character and vigor.
A letter from the legal revenue office confirms that family allowances under the Servicemen's Dependent Allowance Act have not been terminated and will continue unless future action ends them. The note counters concerns about cutting support for dependents of armed forces members. Separately CPL Relative Kees of Kansas reports a ban on exporting refrigerators and radios to Europe, arguing funds should go to food and essentials.
A youthful conductor made his debut with the Rome Royal Opera, guiding performances that showcase rising talent in European stages. The event marks a notable entry for a promising young maestro amid ongoing operatic seasons.
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