Kansas State Historical Society Topeka, Ks.
Daily hansan
Monday, Oct. 11, 1954
LAWRENCE, KANSAS
52nd Year, No.19
Politicians Trade Blows As Campaign Nears End
Washington—(U.P.)—The 1954 election campaign rolled into the final three weeks today with the Republicans and Democrats arguing furiously over who has done more to help President Eisenhower.
Adlai Stevenson, Vice President Richard M. Nixon, and the chairmen of the GOP and Democratic National committees all clashed over the issue in weekend statements and speeches.
Mr. Stevenson, titular head of the Democratic party, said in Phoenix, Ariz., yesterday that the most important issue at debate in the 83rd Congress was the Democratic defense of the President "against an irresponsible Republican majority." And he said this defense was considerable.
Mr. Nixon lashed back as he moved his campaign into his home territory of California. He told reporters Mr. Stevenson is guilty of "destructive criticism" and that he, "like other Democratic leaders, had no constructive suggestions to offer."
Leonard W. Hall, chairman of the Republican National committee, said last night that President Eisenhower must have a Republican Congress to help carry out the rest of his legislative program. He said the Democrats had "played politics" in the past—notably on farm and tax legislation—and would do so again.
In reply, Democratic Chairman Stephen A. Mitchell criticized the President for predicting a "cold war" between the legislative and executive branches if the Democrats capture control of Congress next month.
He said Senate Democratic Leader Lyndon D. Johnson and House Democratic Leader Sam Rayburn already had advised the President there would be no fighting because "it takes two to run a war."
Mr. Hall countered that the record of the last two years shows Mr. Eisenhower has a right to fear trouble from the Democrats. He also rapped Mr. Mitchell for "trying to impugn what the President says."
Mr. Hall and Mr. Mitchell debated the Republican record on the first of a series of four radio-TV debates.
Boston — (U.P.) — Lou Boudreau was fired as manager of the fourth-place Boston Red Sox today and Mike (Pinky) Higgins was named as his' successor.
BoudreauRelieved As Boston Skipper
Red Sox General Manager Joe Cronin said Higgins, who headed the Sox' Louisville farm club, will manage the Red Sox for the next two years.
Boudreau, who once managed the Cleveland Indians, signed a two-year contract with the Red Sox last year. His contract had one more year to go.
Secret Talks Open to Discuss Asian Defense
Washington —(U.P.)— The United States, Australia, and New Zealand opened secret talks today on tightening the Allied defense lines in Southeast Asia and the Western Pacific.
There was particular emphasis on plans for improving economic and social progress in the region as a means to undercut Communism. The talks were described as "informal" and no final decisions were written
Secretary of State John Foster Dulles met with Australian minister for external affairs, Richard G. Casey, and New Zealand ambassador Leslie Nox Munro. They form a council which meets from time to time to discuss defense progress under the Australia-New Zealand-U.S. Defense treaty (ANZUS).
The tip-off that economic rather than military matters headed the ANZUS problems was seen in Mr. Casey's visit here following the Asian Economic conference in Ottawa. No military leaders were invited to the talks at the State Department.
Harold E. Stassen, U.S. foreign aid chief, told the Ottawa conference the United States is prepared to give greater economic help in Asia. This is possible because of decreased U.S. aid commitments in Europe and the end of heavy expenses for arms in Indochina.
Chicago Stymied By Lashing Rains
Chicago—(U.P.)—Chicago staggered today from a flood that sent the Chicago river pouring into skyscrapers, forced hundreds of persons from their homes, and caused partial paralysis of industry and transportation.
Court Salutes Justice Jackson
Washington—(U.P.)The Supreme Court solemnly assembled today to pay final tribute to Justice Robert H. Jackson who died Saturday after 13 years on the nation's highest bench.
Chief Justice Earl Warren calls the court into session at 1 p.m. (CST) to receive formal notification of Justice Jackson's death. He has arranged to deliver the traditional eulogy.
As the justices gathered in the white marble chamber Justice Jackson's high-backed black leather chair stood empty near the end of the bench. Black crepe hung in front of his place. And in the air over the court building a flag flew half staff.
Today was scheduled as the first business session of the fall term and the court was supposed to announce preliminary and in some instances final decisions on about 150 cases. But in view of Justice Jackson's death it was uncertain whether this would be done.
The flood waters, lashed by the heaviest rain in Chicago history, invaded 62 suburbs and spilled into two major Chicago railroad stations—the Union and Dearborn street—where some of the nation's top trains were stalled.
At least 20 persons were dead in the vast area covered by the torrential rains.
Damage in Chicago alone was estimated, at $10,000,000.
Illinois Gov. William Stratton alerted the National Guard, State Police, and highway maintenance men to be ready for flood duty.
A light drizzle fell on the water-soaked city as dawn broke. U.S. weather forecasters predicted no rain for the rest of the day, but said some could be expected toorrow.
The waters interrupted suburban transportation and flooded viaducts and highways.
In Hammond, Ind., across the state line, Mayor Vernon Anderson declared a state of emergency because of heavy flooding in the Robertsdale residential area. Power was off and firemen and policemen evacuated scores from their homes.
Coast Guardmen patrolled some suburban streets in rowboats, seeking to aid home owners marooned by the flood waters.
Seniors to Choose Calendar Queen at Convocation
QUEENS—Shown are the candidates for KU Calendar queen. Standing, left to right, Janet Gabrielson, Joan Moherman, and Marie Wellman. Sitting are Dorothy Smith, Carol Logan, Carolyn Zimmerman,
—Kansan photo by Larry Ttrebar Alberta Johnson, Maria Griffith, Althea Rexroad, and Diane Miller. Those missing are Carolyn Smith, Betty McCoy, Pat Powers, Emily Wolverton, Jan Skaer, and Julia Oliver.
"We're the greatest ones alive,
We're the class of '51!"
The main event will be the voting and introduction of the candidates for KU Calendar queen. There is one stipulation to the voting. As in the past each senior class has chosen a symbol to carry or wear on the campus.
This year the seniors will carry canes with pennants on them. Each senior must have his cane before he or she may vote for the queen. The canes will go on sale today in the information booth, the organized houses, and at the game Saturday. Jayhawker identification cards will be given to each senior as he enters the hallroom.
And so all students who are members of the class of 1955 may come to the senior convocation—free cigarettes and coffee—at 10 a.m. tomorrow in the Student Union ballroom.
Entertainment, a few short speeches, and class yell led by Douglas Barling, engineering senior, will wind up the first senior get-together.
Senior day will be Saturday. A section of the stadium for the KU-Oklahoma game will be saved for the seniors.
Weather
Considerable cloudiness through Tuesday is predicted for Kansas, with showers today and tomorrow. The high temperature today will be in the high 70s, with lows in the 50s and 60s. High winds and heavy rains swept Kansas last night and this morning. Richard A. Garrett, state weatherman, anticipates "unsettled" weather conditions through tonight.
'Phog' to Speak to Sasnack
Dr. Forrest C. "Phog" Allen will speak at a meeting of Sasnak, men and women's athletic organization, Wednesday at 7:15 p.m. in room 202 Robinson.