Editorial Far From Free on Big Biz and Free Enterprise
A reflection on Studebaker-Packard bankruptcy and Curtiss-Wright’s takeover showing how large firms are shielded by government support. The piece argues the economy favors big business and warns free enterprise is eroding. It touches on mixed loyalties, stamp slogans for peace, and light social quips about travel and a party invitation misunderstanding.
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Studebaker and
Packard
Studebaker - Packard
Curtiss - Wright
Postprimary reflections on Kansas Republican race outcomes
The postprimary analysis questions the role of labor voting in Sedgwick County and notes Hall’s concession after poor showing there. It observes the Republican ballot defied factional patterns, with Anderson winning and Putnam, Bentley, and Wunsch losing or barely securing renomination. The piece praises the primary for presenting distinct choices and enriching representative governance.
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Hall
Wichita
Sedgwick County
Kansas
Republican Party
John Anderson
Jim Putnam
Emporia
Howard Bentley
Kinsley
Paul Wunsch
Kingman
Fate of Andrea Doria passengers and lost belongings
About 1200 travelers escaped the Andrea Doria disaster yet their purchases from Europe were lost with the ship. Survivors recount their narrow escape and the toll of possessions gone.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Europe
After All Summer Session By ELM Minutes
Santa Clauses Anonymous Society holds a summer meeting where the chairman urges action on improving whiskers and decor while noting issues with tobacco stains and unsuitable shoe Wages. Secretaries discuss misfiled minutes and a forthcoming pre Christmas adjournment to address ongoing problems.
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Santa Clauses Anonymous Society
Realism and twin beds stall Paris film shoot
Hollywood censorship clashes with French crew during Norman Krasna film The Ambassador's Daughter in Paris. Scenes with a double bed replaced by twin beds to pass U S moral codes, cost French crew costly furniture, and Krasna refused an offer to shoot exterior at the American Embassy, using a Rothschild castle instead.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
New York
Hollywood
Paris
Norman Krasna
America
France
Krasna
John Forsythe
Adolphe Menjou
Myrna Lay
Altrasna
Gan
Krusna
Alexander Woollcott
U. S
C. Douglas Dillion
Foster child phantasy and teen coping explained
A psychologist discusses Joyce L. a 14 year old labeled problem child who doubts being her parents real daughter and daydreams of noble origins. The piece explains the foster child fantasy as a common teens coping device and notes how such delusions can mask deeper family tensions.
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Joyce L
Joyce
America
Northwestern University
Jesus
Crane
Hopkins Syndicate
Melott
Ind
The
Hopkins Syndicate, Inc
Prayer fragment from gospel reflection
A short prayer passage centers on Jesus calling followers to deny themselves and take up their cross. It asks God to forgive self centered thoughts and lesser values and grants strength to find meaning in sacrifice through Christ.
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Jesus
County Treasurer's Statement July 31 1956
County treasurer reports receipts for July and disbursements with journal and cash balances. Ledger shows funds by bank balances and deposits across multiple banks totaling $893,209.50. Statement filed with County Commissioners and attached quarterly balance by district and fund.
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County Treas
Journal
Schoo Vee
Cccaceeecsevcsesevees
Ceovess
Kansas State Bank
Wellsville Bank
Ecetex National
Richmond
Princeton State Bank
Citizens State Bank
Pomona
Eee
Quartery
Elisabeth E. Briges
Radio and Sports Listings From KMBC WDAF Era
Sparse listing shows KMBC News WDAF Theatre and Boxing events, KNBC Baseball and KMBC Fan Clubs. Includes a Dillson Show and Grand Ole Opry references with scattered figures like 1,062.54 and 3,635.80.
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WDAF
KNBC
Grand Ole Opry
KMBC
Panama Canal opens in 1914 landmark date
Panama Canal opened on August 15 1914 marking a pivotal maritime milestone. Historical notes mention the U S Army abolishing flogging as punishment on August 3 1861 and reference Alexander Graham Bell who spent summers at Cape Breton Nova Scotia where highlands reminded him of Scotland.
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Panama Canal
U.S. Army
Alexander Graham Bell
Cape Breton
Nova Scotia
Scotland
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JPH
Teamsters’ Union
Eymp
Santa Claus
Tawa Herald
Hourldays
Postoffice
Ottawa
Kas
Guy Snedaker
Don Huls
Don Shipman
Howard Headk
Bnocky Lawson
Paul+ Ford
People's Choice Ford Theatre
Channel
NBC
CBS
ABC
Mickey Mouse
Doug. Edwards
Preston
Frontier Doctor Playhouse
Arthur Muray
City Detective
Groucho Mart
Dragnet
Weather Playhouse Playhouse Sports
Liberace
Tennessee Ernie
Bob Cummings
Big Pagott
Bob Crosby
Lone Wolf
Bill Hickok
Favaite Story
Star Tonight
Highway Patrol
Dateline Europe
Lone Ranger
San Francisco
Doug Edwards
Fucka
Annie Oakley Playhouse
Bob Cumminga
Kangaroo
of All
Garry Moore
Dr. N. Ventor
al Star Football
Legals
KTJO
Morgan Beatty
Newa
Music Hall
Ralph Marterie
Stura
Dilaon
Valiant Lady
Jimmie Pierson
J. P. Morgan
Annie Oakley
Star Stage Playhouse
Crusaders
Secret Journal
Hollywood Assignment
Cesves
Appanoose General Sensescravsensevesearch
Veeeees Ceneerebee Centropolis
Gonetaal Cevsaceesistvseeeeeese
RADIO
Wdaf—Theatre
Dilson
Newas
County General
Co. Home
Tsol Health
Paytos
Go Road
Sec
Hayes Township
Pottawatomle Pe
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Oar Bawatew Co
Elem
Sseuee Orese Perenne Ve Baoe
Easiers Institute
Harrison General Sneer
Hayes General
Homewood General
Lincoln
Ohio
Pottawatomie
Williamsburg
Reneral
Bond and
Sewer Tee Ee
General Operation
Princeton
Rantoul
Riehmann
É ' Ali Welleville
Beereeenee
White Way
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Kansas City
Power & Light Company
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