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Newspaper

Lawrence Journal World

Location

Lawrence, Kansas, United States of America

Date

Aug 18, 1938

Page

3

A Happy Marriage Scriptural Guideline

A Bible verse from Genesis 2 24 emphasizes a man leaving parents and cleaving to his wife, becoming one flesh. This moral instruction outlines the foundation of marriage and family unity.

Editorial Page Position Provokes Debate on Big Type

A reminiscence about attempts to move editorials from page four to a later page with larger type and more space. The author notes many papers that tried the change have returned to the traditional layout, arguing that big type does not guarantee profound content.

Journal-World

Hull Address Stands as Decisive White House Moment

Cordell Hull delivers a forceful state brief praised for clarity and restraint. The piece lauds his honesty and intent, while criticizing the administration's reciprocity treaties for bringing foreign goods into the United States. The author contrasts Hull favorably with the President.

Cordell Hull White House United States Hull

Berry Faces TVA Marble Challenge Stakes Dam Damages

The TVA probe may crown Senator George L. Berry of Tennessee as the top marble player in the United States. The big game involved threatened damages from the federal government over quarries flooded by the dam. The result hinges on the investigation's findings.

TVA George L. Berry Tennessee United States

Labor Leader Homer Martin Faces Backlash From CIO

The former Baptist minister and self described follower of Christ is denounced by CIO factions for his harsh tactics against workers. Critics accuse him of serving the interests of “Big Boys” who profit by exploiting labor.

Homer Martin C.I

Kansas Oil Funds Leaving State for Outsiders

Kansas ranks among top oil producers yet its crude is sent outside the state. The article argues Kansas has long sent oil revenue outward to fund or support institutions and payrolls in other states, rather than using it locally.

Kansas

Farming profits hinge on corn hogs and live stock in Douglas county

The passage argues that although wheat cultivation was attempted in recent years, seasoned farmers and bankers in Douglas county believe money in farming is tightly linked to corn, hogs, alfalfa, and livestock.

Douglas County

Ex-convicts struggle against amateurs amid parole debate

Readers confront a surge of ex offenders facing stiff competition from amateur performers. The piece argues public confidence in the parole system is shaken by apparent failures and questions whether reforms are needed.

Absentee votes push Sheriff race to narrow win

In Topeka Paul Anderson, Republican candidate for sheriff, won the nomination by 31 votes after leading by 35 in the count of out of state ballots, underscoring the influence of absentee ballots.

Topeka Paul Anderson

Biggest well in Stafford county headline shocks readers

The Wichita Eagle claims the largest well is in Stafford county while noting a joke about the U S treasury and the New Deal as a long running effort. The piece uses humor to suggest political pressure and economic strain during the era.

Wichita Eagle Stafford County U. S. Treasury New Deal

Democratic Faction Feud in Missouri Progresses

The Douglas Billings struggle within Missouri Democratic ranks continues with each side gaining supporters and influence as the battle for party control persists in local politics.

Duke of Windsor exits Canadian cattle business

The Duke of Windsor signals a withdrawal from his pet stock interests as he ends cattle operations in Canada, following a stated preference for livestock.

Duke of Windsor Canada

President warned that broader rules shrink security

Comment notes that expanding security laws tends to weaken their effectiveness, arguing that broader application will make protections thinner and less robust.

There Was a Time Personal Income Was Private

Lincoln Nebraska State Journal notes Jimmie Roosevelt reflecting on changes in taxation. It asserts that after service at the White House and under his father new scrutiny requires disclosure of income to the government. It mentions employers, sworn statements, and ownership of stocks and bonds as topics of tax compliance.

Lincoln Nebr State Journal Jimmie Roosevelt White House Jimmie Mademoiselle Hugo

Dodd Loses in Virginia Primary A Roosevelt Faction Fallout

William E. Dodd Jr. failed in the Virginia primary with 100 percent Roosevelt alignment, losing 3 to 1 to Howard D. Smith. The cartoonish allegory portrays Wynken Blynken and Dodd sailing on WPA tools while voters seek real results, signaling a dream against the New Deal faction.

Chicago Daily News Virginia William E. Dodd, Jr Roosevelt New Deal C.so Howard D. Smith Wyken Blynken Dodd WPA C.I.O Wynkeh Never Never Land Odd

Der Fuehrer Speaks in Barnsville and Georgia Vote

Reported remarks portray a German leader praising a local citizen while opposing a rival senator. The dialogue includes heavy rhetoric about a plebiscite in Georgia and a demand to remove the named opponent.

Arkansas City der Fuehrer Barnesville George Lawrence Camp Herr George Senate George Verdammt Georgia Himmel

Sundown Stories Companions Weather the Fog at Sea

Willy Nilly rows through thick fog with Christopher and Rip aboard as the crew of ducks and a crow cope with worsening conditions. They reflect on past missteps and try to stay hopeful about reaching shore before danger increases.

Willy Willy Christopher Willy Nilly Rip Willy Nilly Tlet Mrs. Quacko

Drifting to World Peace Talks by Charles Gillmann

Charles F. Gillmann, president of World Vigilance Inc., addressed a late night audience in Pittsburgh as he outlined a two hour plan to secure world peace by abolishing wars and strikes. A newspaper reporter attended the event and remained for the entire speech.

Pittsburgh Charles F. Gillmann World Vigilance, Inc

Wildcat Fighter in Laguna Canyon Stares Down Injured Cat

Henry Schmidt, on crutches, encountered an injured wildcat while driving in Laguna canyon. The animal attacked as Schmidt approached, and he killed it with a timely blow from his crutch after standing his ground.

Santa Ana Calif Henry Schmidt Schmidt Laguna Canyon

Soil Conservation Service hosts Kenyan official visit

Mr and Mrs Colin Maher of Kenya Colony in East Africa visited the Ottawa project on August 15. He is an official in the British SCS of Kenya Colony traveling to learn erosion control methods. They discussed terrace outlet problems, elephant grass use, contour furrowing, and the lack of local research stations in Africa. Mrs Maher noted dangers such as lions, while expressing preference for cooperative Kansas farms with strong conservation practice.

Colin Maher Kenya East Africa Ottawa Maher British Soil Conservation Service United States Yreat Tally Creek SCS Africa Kansas

Controlled Grazing Boosts Native Pastures on Crawford Farm

Abundant moisture and grazing protection yield strong recovery for native grass pastures, notably on the J. H. Crawford farm. Heavy growth and substantial seed production expected to thicken stands and restore carrying capacity with erosion resistant vegetation.

J. H. Crawford Drouth

Fifty Years of Service at Santa Fe Railroad

Topeka August 18 192? F A Lehman general manager of the Santa Fe eastern lines marked 50 years with the company yesterday. He began as a telegraph operator at Lorenzo Illinois on August 17 1888 and rose to manager of the Western and Panhandle lines at Amarillo in 1921 later becoming manager of the ...

Topeka Althou F. A. Lehman Santa Fe Railroad Eastern Lehman The Santa Fe Lorenzo Amarillo

To Face Federal Charge Against Inmate Allen Woolworth

Allen Woolworth, serving 10 to 20 years for robbing the Citizens State bank of Emporia, will be taken to Nebraska for federal district court trial on a Norfolk bank robbery charge. State officials approve a temporary penitentiary release for Woolworth and for inmate Murl Hudson to testify.

Topeka Allen Woolworth Citizens State Bank of Emporia Nebraska Norfolk Neb Lansing Murl Hudson

Measles Cases Increase in Madison

Wisconsin state board of health statistics show that three times as many youngsters than usual spent the early school vacation days in bed with measles in Madison.

Madison Wis

City Cuts 1914 Tax Levy and Advances Water Plant Talks

City fathers reduced the 1914 tax levy to 5.76 mills from 6.60 last year as part of fiscal edits. The council accepted an engineer made water property inventory by E H Dunmire and E L Street, signaling progress toward city purchase after appraisal by Worley and Black with Burns and McDonald. Also notes on YMCA staff change, local social events, and school hygiene trip to Buffalo.

E. H. Dunmire E. L. Street Worley and Black Burns and McDonald D. W. Binford Y.M.C.A Aborn Ill Ahorn Binford W. J. Busch Fred Parrott Clay Center Alfred Parrott North Dakota Percy Parrott New York H. L. Chambers Buffalo N. Y

Indian Fair and rodeo to feature troop从 Has kell

Ten years ago Troop C of the 114 K N G will headline the 114th Indian Fair and rodeo at Mayetta Kansas from August 29 to September 1. Capt. Sam Moyer commands the unit and more than 5 000 Indians are expected to attend.

Crack All Indian Company Haskell Mayetta Kan Sam Moyer C. W. Pollom Simmons Hospital Leona Marsh Florence Barrows Frink American Dental Eatin B. Dalton Douglas County Red Cross Eding

Local notes on travels and library drive in state

Forty years ago J. D. Lemon returns from a Utah trip. Rob House travels to New York to join his brother Arthur in a shoe business. Ladies invited to contribute to a traveling library for small towns. the state federation library holds 3 000 volumes. Mrs. M. G. Manley back from two months in Ohio. Dr. Young and family return from Arkansas City and Geuda Springs. Lyman McCurdy and H. L. Kane return from Clay Center overland. Prof. H. M. Lights will teach Lenexa school in Johnson county this winter.

J. D. Lemon Utah Rob House New York Arthur M. G. Manley Ohio Dr. Young Arkansas City Geuda Springs Lyman McCurdy H. L. Kane Clay Center H. M. Lights Lenexa Johnson County

The Clouded Moon The Cannes Pursuit of Eve Monet

Hugo Stern and Archie Lumaden chase clues in Cannes as Rene Geiss, a scoundrel and suspect, taints the investigation into Eve Monet’s death. A waitress recounts the murdered girl’s final moments and a missing finger marks a potential clue. A Delage red car sighting confirms Geiss’s presence as they race to uncover truth and motive.

Jean-Francois Hugo Archie Geiss Juge D’instruction Palm Beach Eve Monet Monsieur Cannes Mademoiselle Noth d’Antibes Ventimigilia P. O'D Delage Max Saltmarsh

Local Social and Community Notes From Baldwin Area

Black Jack Prof and Mrs Alfred Leach with son Donald and Miss Elizabeth Leach of Baldwin dine with Miss Elizabeth Pearson. Mrs Oliver Neils helped cook for threshers. Russell Hays adds improvements to a tract along US 50. Fred Randel does carpentry. Mrs H J Warnock improving after serious illness. son Verne Warnock returns from Colorado after short visit. Two sisters assist in caregiving. Mr and Mrs A M Gillespie to move from Paola this week.

Alfred Leach Som Donald Elizabeth Leach Baldwin Elizabeth Pearson Oliver Neils B. F. Breithaupt Russell Hays U. S. 50 Fred Randel H. J. Warnock Verne Warnock Colorado

Kate's Daughter and Fiancé Visit Sparks Etiquette Drill

A family humor item notes Kate ahead of her husband to be's visit as she teaches the parents proper manners for meeting him. The piece reflects social norms of 1937 and the playful tension of a new in law addition to the household.

Kate

Local Social Notes Highlight Chester Claytons Move

The H. L. O'Neil house was vacated by the Chester Claytons who moved to Wellsville. Mr. and Mrs. John Hays visited the Henry Bell family. A Le Loup picnic draws many on Tuesday and Wednesday. Several attended the A. E. Fisher sale near Wellsville with a very large crowd. Geraldine O'Neil hosted two girlfriends at her home over the weekend.

H. L. O’neil Chester Claytons Wellsville John Hays Henry Bell le Loup A. E. Fisher Geraldine O’neil

Valley Grove Wheat Insurance Meetings Reported in Jefferson County

Jefferson county residents gathered in eight locations to learn about the federal crop insurance program. Reports note B F Altmeyer as county president while other items mention family visits, travel plans, birthdays, and community events in Valley Grove and nearby areas.

Mackey Word from Metcalf Enjoying Potomac Yacht Trip

William Metcalf visiting daughter Mrs Roy Campbe and Mr Campbell of Washington DC reports a fine time sailing on the Potomac in a yacht and fishing. Raymond Gardner and Mrs Gardner visited J S Paxton in Prairie Center. Elmer Suiter of

William Metcalf Roy Campbe Campbell Washington, D. C Potomac Raymond Gardner J. S. Paxton Prairie Center Elmer Suiter

Radio Programs Schedule Across Five Stations by City Troupe

Radio listings for Thursday and Friday evenings show hourly lineups from 5:30 pm to 12:00 am across WREN KMBC WDAF and others featuring Ashburn Bratton Boake Carter Maurice Spitalny Horace Heidt Henry Gendron and more, with orchestras News and sports segments and special programs.

Wren Ashburn Bratton Empc WDAF KMBC America Kansas City Dines Rudy Vailee Boake ‘Carter Amos Andy Hollywood Elza Schallert Larry Clinton Eddie Duchin Essex House Johnny Long Horace Heidt Freddie Martin Ted Weem Orch Muehlebach Or Frank Trumbauer Carlos Molina WDAP Nighthawk Bob Grant MBC Henri Gendron Webster Hall Henry Gendron Bratton Popeye L'Aiglon Dauce Cavaliers Askansas City Maurice Spitalny Boake Carter St. Louis Blues Cal Finney Wren—Royal Crown Revue Death Valley Old Settlers Thurman_ Arnold Jimmy Fidder WRIEN Barney Rapp Henry Busse Amos ‘'N Lou Blakes Nighthawks Deacon Moore St. Francis Or

Local social notes from Lawrence area Sunday visits

Lawrence residents spent Sunday socializing with relatives and friends. Guests included Mrs Seiwald and son Herbert at the Maurice Suiter home, Mr and Mrs Thomas Cawley and family visiting Valley Falls, and the Nunamakers from Salina with H C Nunemaker and Mrs Nunemaker. Mrs J C Hemphill was ill last week after threshing duties. Guests also welcomed G C Schoenlein and Alvin Rogers from Kansas City at the F W Bereiter home.

Nunemaker G. C. Schoenlein Alvin Rogers Kansas City F. W. Bereiter

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