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Newspaper
Lawrence Journal World
Location
Lawrence, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Oct 20, 1952
Page
4
Old classified notice outlines subscription costs including one month for 1.00 and yearly rate 10.00. Mentions publisher Dowra Simons at 722 Massachusetts Street and references Lawrence Kansas with a March 3 1879 act.
In a Michigan talk in October 1952 John expresses that FDR era ideals have passed and the administration serves leaders and their cronies. He calls for a new drive and constructive purpose benefiting all people beyond one party.
In a heated exchange during the campaign President Truman faced strong pushback for accusing General Eisenhower of anti-Semitic and anti-Catholic sentiments and of Nazi master race beliefs. Rabbi Hillel Silver of Cleveland rebutted the charges saying Eisenhower’s humanity and tolerance are renowned and that such remarks are unfounded. Allies caution voters to review Eisenhower’s documented record as Truman’s attacks draw criticism from within his own party.
Observations warn motorists to avoid tossing matches and cigarette stubs from cars as drought worsens fire risk. Grass fires near highways last week serve as a lesson, and with dried conditions the danger grows. The Kansas Game Commission urges hunters to take precautions and some western Kansas landowners suspend hunting due to high fire hazard. Weather leans dry, intensifying risk and prompting careful behavior.
The Roosevelt family splits its backing in the presidential race. John Roosevelt and Elliott support Eisenhower while Eleanor and most of the family back the Democratic candidate, citing attitudes toward Truman and Stevenson as factors.
The article contrasts Senator Byrd of Virginia who opposes the Democratic ticket with Senator Morse of Oregon who will back Stevenson, labeling Byrd as stable and principled while branding Morse as opportunistic. It notes Vishinsky's UN speech, coal miners' wage board cuts, soldier packages for Korea, and faster cars prompting safety efforts.
Old Home Town residents collected an average 120 pounds per person totaling nearly 3 million pounds of defense scrap. No. 6 rural school led with 285 pounds. Other items note WPB permit for 15 new homes, staff transfers, and community events including births, marriages, anniversaries, hospital notices, population count of Lawrence at 15 095, and local cultural activities.
Fraser Theater hosts KU fine arts faculty recitals while the State Library Association plans a meeting next week. A bronze tablet honoring Levert Higgins was unveiled at Liberty Memorial High School, and Sig gins once taught there. A birthday surprise greeted Mr and Mrs Tuttle at their new home. Dr. Mark Beach was injured when his car rolled with his child trapped underneath. Kansas City visits remain ongoing as Mrs. McAllaster returns from Tacoma. Women’s Missionary Union and Baptist Sunday School groups schedule hayrack ride events near town. Dr. David Robinson heads back to Kansas City after a Lawrence weekend, while J A Hamlin shows improvement after illness.
A reader argues for prioritizing a sewage disposal plant over an airport project, calling the airport a luxury and insisting the plant’s drainage of general resources cannot be bypassed, while noting it must be built. Another letter from a longtime Kansas resident comments on football clashes, promising authority based on 40 years near the goal posts.
A Kansas memory steeped in classic gridiron standoffs with Oklahoma recalls early 20th century attendances at rickety stands and cars in the enclosure. The author notes 16 16 ties, 3 touchdown bursts by KU, 19 instances of Oklahoma scoring 3 or more, and a shift in fortunes culminating in 1982 when Norman pulled ahead 18 games to reach parity, reflecting a long trench between the programs.
A column blends football lore with memories of Oklahoma Sooners and Kansas, praising near perfect play and pondering who might beat Oklahoma this year. It also explores postwar geopolitics, Stalin, Tito, and shifts in Western alliances, plus a media politics note on presidential coverage and perceived bias.
The World Today reports Stalin urged non-Russian Communist parties to join fronts at home and abroad, pledging to support Russia’s policies. The piece frames this as a revival of the prewar popular front concept to mobilize against Germany, signaling no deep change in strategy.
A mixed list of crossword style clues referencing towns such as Worth Texas Salt Lake City Utah and multiple U S locations. Includes hints for persons places and objects with several blanks and partial answers embedded in a grid style puzzle.
Editors at a weekend meeting of the American Society of Newspaper Editors predict a record turnout on November 4 as this campaign draws intense pressure on the press and sharp criticism from partisans on both sides.
Washington report from the Defense Department identifies 94 casualties from Korea. Among them 15 killed in action, 77 wounded, one seriously injured, and one missing in action.
The column jokes about gift ideas such as cosmetics costumes and camp products. It playfully warns against lying about age and the urge to rush time, urging to keep hours on track and avoid lateness.
A dense listing shows WMIC and partners airing a long slate of radio programs from morning to late night. Notable names include Allan Jackson, Arthur Godfrey, Hollywand News, and John Farmer with highlights across KMBC WDAF WRER and WREN networks.
A fragment lists a KC Missouri TV schedule with talk shows on weather and sports. It mentions Heart of American Navareel and a program titled What’s My Name with Firestone papers and Ford theaters.
The page outlines an October 2 schedule on KANU FM including a Candlelight Concert at 6:00 PM featuring Merle Warman and a 3:00 PM feature with a News segment. Also noted are Avon and France connections and a reading from the Avon board.
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