This is just the beginning! Our collection holds over 300 years of history, including rare newspapers, obituaries, marriage records, birth records, and so much more—most of which you won’t find anywhere else!
This newspaper page contains 20 articles. Subscribers can read the full text of each article.
Newspaper
Lawrence Journal World
Location
Lawrence, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Oct 27, 1950
Page
5
The Lawrence Daily Journal World lists staff roles, office address, and subscription rates with Associated Press rights. It notes price tiers and delivery options, including yearly and monthly terms, and references the 1879 Act. The date is Friday October 2 1950.
Senator Schoeppel argues the Republican Party alone can end wasteful government practices. He notes Democratic errors and wasted funds while defense of administration policies stalls reform. He asserts original Democrats offer no real change and cites MacArthur’s ongoing influence amid wartime decisions.
John Gunther asserts General MacArthur learned of the atomic bomb only after Hiroshima. The claim, noted by Joseph Lee in the Topeka State Journal, questions Washington’s secrecy and MacArthur’s perceived influence over Pacific operations. The piece suggests criticism of top command and internal jealousies within the service.
The season has produced a notably good crop year across the region with favorable conditions from early to late in the cycle. Harvests reached maturity on a timely schedule and yielded impressive results, reflecting the hard work of farm people and enhanced by favorable nature. Harvest festivals celebrate the bountiful yield.
A Topeka report cites observers arguing socialism and communism differ in theory yet produce similar effects on liberty under each system. Experts say both erode rights while Nazi Stalin dynamics echo in political campaigns. Lawrence voters prepare to register for the November 7 election as city hall faces teardown.
A local event gathered at the home of their granddaughter Mrs. Harry Hage to celebrate the annual remnion. The Kanyakatil club organized the program with officers and performers including Mary Low Eli sett as song reader and Glen e'Conne as pianist.
Mr and Mrs W L Newman entertained 34 guests at a dinner last evening. Mr and Mrs E F Arndt announce the birth of a daughter on October 26. Mrs Arndt was formerly Miss Mareslla Hetzel. The first fall meeting of the Hlawrene Camera club was held at the home of Mr and others. Hoover made a business trip to Kansas City. Mrs Sidney G Long of St Joseph is visiting her mother Mrs Claribel Harri. Mrs Ele Stansbury of Williamsport Ind is the guest of her daughter Mrs F F Stockton.
Forty years ago secret practice will be held on McCook rtd each night next week in preparation for the game with Washburn. Miss Maude Landis has returning to Hannibal Missouri after a visit here with her father and Homer Berger visiting in Kansas. Miss To m Towne in Kansas City today. Miss Rose Dier returned this morning from Baldwin. Martha Cowgill visited over in Baldwin. Herbert Lurher has returned to his home in Washington Creek.
Free typhoid inoculation announced for students by Dr. M T Sadler. Burglars break into J F Dunkley’s blacksmith shop at 705 Vermont Street last night. Captain Jack Crayford promotes Boy Scout movement in America and England. Mrs F E Caldwell and Mona Eberley return from Kansas City trip. Mrs David Barrett visits from Panter Rock to see sister Mrs Grant Hernd. L T Beach family relocate from Lecompton to Lawrence at 68 Indiana. Min Glassen of Phillips was the subject of Dr Mary Sleeps Fast. 1950 Cal story noted in Tune 17 issue.
The writer critiques broadcast opinions and political leadership, noting listeners’ desire for a constructive program and urging individual voter resolve. It argues strong leaders are needed and warns that many candidates resemble a soap box derby, risking national instability.
Pittsburgh reports wage talks between United Steelworkers and U S Steel Corp companies resumed behind hotel conference doors. Union leaders led by Philip Murray, representing 155000 members, gave no comment as sessions began.
A long review traces early U N and Western responses to fifth column activity amid Soviet propaganda. It recalls Roosevelt's stance, Litvinov’s Washington visit, and pledges on rights for Americans abroad, then notes shifting tactics as communism expands and Stalin’s pact with Hitler broadens global tension.
Washington reports the North Atlantic military committee completed recommendations for a unified force and supreme command for Europe to be presented to defense ministers. Details on size and commander remained undisclosed, though Eisenhower was a leading guess, with a meeting with President Truman on Saturday noted.
Cheney Prouty of Kanata City is elected president of the Kansas Association of National Insurance Agents at the annual convention in Wichita. Howard Furlington of Wichita is named vice president and president elect. other officers include Guilkey secretary Paul Heinz treasurer Halph H. Kenna executive secretary.
A federal court restrained enforcement of Erie City anti communist ordinances aimed at registration of communists and subversives. The International Workers Order of New York filed the petition, challenging the law as an undue interstate burden. Authorities say no registrations have been filed as the case proceeds, with no enforcement until court matters are resolved.
Washington reports division within the Democratic high command over whether President Truman should make a political appeal for a Democratic Congress on November 7. National chairman William M. Boyle Jr. urged at least one openly political message, while Truman weighs the matter amid advisers who keep their names secret. He signaled possible calls for a special session before year end to push action on excess profits taxes, Alaska statehood, Hawaii statehood, and rent control continuation, with potential Senate filibuster over statehood and no direct mention of universal military training or major military spending changes. Congress has already approved 5.22 billion dollars for foreign military aid last year.
Chrysler President T Keller, newly named director of America's guided missile program, argues the human element is essential and cannot be replaced by push-button warfare. He notes the assignment is important and should be expedited, while retaining his Chrysler duties as he dedicates time to the government role.
Taipei reports from Formosa claim 30000 troops from red Gen Liu Po-cheng's army are en route to aid the Vietminh in Indochina Langson area. The tip, unconfirmed, notes the force could move into Langson after French withdrawal. In Lawrence, Kansas nurses groups name officers to committees and boards.
Radio lineup lists programs and times across multiple stations WDAR WREN KMLG WDAF including news scasts and music blocks. Entries mention hosts Meyers Hob Hawk and various segment titles, with dates October 7 23 and 30 and references to sports and weather briefs.
A deciphered horizontal list maps to in time clues. in vertical hints a Wisconsin city and various common terms appear. The puzzle blends instrument mentions with cryptic cross clues, yielding a themed answer set and multiple currency-like references.
We want people to find what they are looking for at NewspaperArchive. We are confident that we have the newspapers that will increase the value of your family history or other historical research. With our 7-day free trial, you can view the documents you find for free.
People find the most success using advanced search. Try plugging in keywords, names, dates, and locations, and get matched with results from the entire collection of newspapers at NewspaperArchive!
You can also successfully find newspapers by these browse options. Explore our archives on your own!
Browse by location and discover newspapers from all across the world.
Browse by date and find publications for a specific day or era.
Browse old newspaper publications to find specific newspapers.