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Newspaper
Lawrence Journal World
Location
Lawrence, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Sep 30, 1952
Page
4
Lawrence Daily Journal World reports that editorials discuss disengagement in Korea and argue that communist forces could not end the war if unleashed on the mainland. The piece criticizes the current administration for avoiding decisive action and says the Korean crisis is a major campaign topic, shaping voter views.
The longtime Poehler Mercantile Co will become the distributor of Stowely canned foods in northeast Kansas. The alliance links local manufacturing and marketing facilities aiming to boost industrial efficiency and attract new industry to Lawrence, illustrating how one new plant can help others thrive.
About two million people answered by telegraph or mail in the Nixon matter. The Republican national committee reports some $30,000 in such contributions. Voters want more than a passive role. they seek a say in shaping the contest and appear ready to assert that power. The sovereign citizen is portrayed as determined and independent.
A political editorial argues incomes of candidates should not hinder focus on campaign issues and urges leaders to reduce old fees. It criticizes Far East policy, condemning the Korean mismanagement that widened Chinese manpower influence and questions replacing U S forces in Korea with Chinese Nationalist troops as an unlikely remedy.
The piece discusses voters speaking for themselves amid union pressures and red infiltration attempts, defending free voting rights. It notes Greek troops withdrew after bombs fell short, a Missouri pastor protesting church picketing, and President Truman's whistle stop tour with added entourage. It mentions Margaret and political figures in a satirical tone.
The 7,800 pound World War I cannon from South Park was hauled through the streets to the scrap today by members of the high school football team. Other brief items note nuptials, engagements, births, and social events including Miss Winni fred Hagberg’s upcoming Montgomery wedding to Lt. Paul H. Getto, and several local marriages and social gatherings in the community.
Reverent mention of community aid opens with a Bible quote and lists numerous local residents by name. It notes Mr. and Mrs. John Weber planning a move to Linwood, Mrs. Mary Foley visiting Kansas City, and Mr. and Mrs. Ed Wiler departing for California.
The Topeka Capital notes rising scrutiny of athletic commercialization amid 1950s game fixing scandals. It cites overemphasis on football and basketball, reforms urged by educators, and criticism of NCAA lax policing. It highlights coach Phog Allen and Judge Streit addressing recruitment, subsidies, bonuses, and academic evasion tied to winning expectations.
A new code developed by the American Council on Education aims to curb evils tied to commercialization in college sports. It would shift scholarship control to academic authorities, ban spring practice and post season games, and set limits on playing seasons for football basketball and baseball. The ACE urges accreditation bodies to weigh compliance, though enforcement rests with regional associations. Critics doubt big schools will heed the recommendations amid alumni pressure for top players. Phog Allen warned recruitment evils may persist under the current NOAA framework. Aircraft plant workers strike leads to rotation program talk with Korea link noted by a bystander.
A fragmented column riffs on a waitress fired for refusing to escort a cat to a customer and quips about glasses, kissing, and public opinion. It notes an Indiana doctor’s remark on girls and kissing, and a comment from an educator on others’ thoughts. The piece ends with a jibe at Jack Frost and garden timing.
Washington reports the King James Version completes its first full revision in 51 years with 32 scholars over 15 years. A Catholic translation of the first eight Old Testament books is also issued by 40 scholars. The Library of Congress marks Gutenberg Bible’s 500th movable type anniversary with a ceremony and exhibit. a Gutenberg stamp is released. The piece notes the Bible’s historic popularity and Gutenberg’s early print run of 200 Bibles, six surviving today, printed on vellum with red headings.
Dr John C Frye executive director of the State Geological Survey and University geology professor returned to Lawrence Monday from a trip to Northern Africa and Europe. He and Dr R C Moore attended the 19th International Geological Congress in Algiers and studied geology along the North African coast and in several European localities. The Moores now in Utrecht Holland are to return to Lawrence around mid October.
Neal M. Wherry Lib erty Memorial High School principal was elected to Sterling College Board of Trustees at a Synod of the Plains meeting in Hutchinson. He previously served on the 21 member board from 1936 to 1940 and 1947 to 1951. The college enrolls about 300 students and the trustees govern the school. Wherry and his wife are Sterling alumni, class of 19.
Lawrence Mayor Chris Kraft proclaims October 4 as DISABLED AMERICAN VETERANS GET-ME-NOT DAY. Citizens and groups are urged to participate to support disabled veterans and their dependents through welfare assistance and benefits advocacy.
The Eu dora Parent Teacher Association opened its first fall meeting gathering many parents Friday evening. Attendees toured rooms to view art and other schoolwork while discussing children’s concerns with teachers. The program was announced by the organizers.
The puzzle lists screen actor Karloff and Frankenstein as a known clue. The grid includes numerous word clues across multiple definitions such as Bird dog expunged and pedal digit. The vertical hints point to Frankenstein and a comb form mountain, guiding a crossworld style fill.
David B. Wilson and Mrs. Robert Neis led devotions from the Kansas Parent Teacher Magazine. The program featured music by Dennis Trabant and students, a talk on the school cafeteria, and a report from the cafeteria institute by Mrs. Ross Smith. Mrs. Ray Miller presided over a brief business meeting and announced room mothers for each grade.
Radio program listings for KMBC WDAF and WREN show a dense, era style schedule across Tuesday and Wednesday, detailing newscasts music talk shows and serials with times ranging from morning to late night. Named hosts include Peggy Lee Ben Johnson Arthur Godfrey Nora Drake and Larry Jones among others with programs like News of the World Hollywood News and The Tonight Show era features.
Broadcast grid lists programs across days with numerous times and show titles such as Quiz Kids, Circle Theater, Camel News Caravan, Fireside Theater, and Sports, plus placeholders like To Be Announced. It notes local stations WL and event blocks including World Series coverage and Community Forum.
On Friday afternoon Oct 3 at 12 30 Mrs Pete Edelbrock hosts a program titled Medicine you make yourself presented by Mrs Albert Wichman and Mrs Minnie Jones leads a forum New Developments in Medicine Mrs O E Westerhouse reads committees for the annual basket dinner A cooking tip suggests boiling a small head of cauliflower in salted water for 30 minutes with a butter lemon sauce and chives
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