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Newspaper
Lawrence Journal World
Location
Lawrence, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Aug 24, 1944
Page
4
A quotation from Ecclesiastes 3 7 speaks of rivers always returning to their source, noting the cycle of time and nature. The line emphasizes perpetual motion and the idea that endings loop back to beginnings in a timeless, spiritual frame.
The week’s events signal a turning tide in Europe with Paris liberated from within and Romania joining the Allies. Italy already collapsed and Bulgaria and other satellites drift away from Germany, while Axis power lines weaken and Europe moves toward freedom, echoing 1918’s endgame.
Washington discusses whether Donald M. Nelson will lead a China mission to supervise reconversion. Officials hedge on guarantees the program continues as if War Production Board head were present. Military testimony cites shortages and manpower needs, fueling doubt about feasibility and potential postwar modification. Republican HQ notes Governor Dewey may use trains and planes in campaigning but not warships.
In his view the lease lend program should continue until both Germany and Japan surrender unconditionally. The president notes expenditures near 128 billion with a 5 billion offset and warns against any cut that might delay allies, urging postwar buyers could need US loans. Mention of Marshal Petain’s detention at Belfort and a Paris liberation demo in Buenos Aires adds context.
Lyons News quotes a cynical view of management and outsiders. It satirizes groups that act for action they never take and mocks statisticians efficiency experts and consultants. Zula Green discusses women workers and moonlight patrols in rural life.
War today notes Romania's capitulation shifts Balkan power, opening Danube routes and threatening Hungary Bulgaria and Hitler. The move weakens Germany's oil and food lifelines, boosts Allied morale, and signals potential broader defections as Romania tilts away from the Nazi camp.
New York dispatch quotes London Times diplomatic correspondent saying Bulgaria officially asked the British ambassador in Turkey for conditions set by the allies to permit quitting the war. Radio broadcast noted the Russian government was fully informed of discussions progress.
Construction on the New York school building falls behind schedule and is unlikely to be ready for occupancy by October 1, as stated by Supt. C. E. Birch. Other local notes include a free lawn supper hosted by Patti Sanken, family dinners for Prof. and Mrs. Engel, and upcoming nuptials and births among residents.
Miss Floy B. Smith of Sac In and Clay I Ramsey planned marriage in Kansas City. White listed via sister C V Long. City tax levy fixed at 8.315 mills up 0.93. Lawrence levy up 3.75. Helen Homa joins Washington job. J F Cons birthday toast at home. J H Cohns attend Pa Wallenstein wedding in Wichita. W D Quinn retires from Simmons hospital. Ross Hurley visits aunt Mrs W A Martin. Wynn Durkee of Peoria visits Bruce cKee family.
Forty years ago Wilson Popenos and Valentine Godard of Topeka rode yesterday on ponies and spent two days with Mrs S Hall. Harvey Hutchings went to Independence Missouri to spend days at his new store. Mrs Julia C Oxia left to visit friends in the east. Eugenia Platt went to St Louis to spend a week at the fair. John Clark of Smithville visiting Henry Aner and Warren Wood. Mrs Woods distr entertained tonight.
A Times correspondent predicts that after Romania ends fighting, Bulgaria will likely follow soon. The remark underscores a turning point as wartime hostilities ease across the region.
Rome reports British and Indian troops of the Eighth army pushed gains on both sides of the upper Arno, seizing Mt. Foresto and advancing amid reduced resistance. Minor gains also in the Metauro area near the coast with Polish and Italian troops holding positions. Casualties and prisoner counts noted, with German losses high and Poles taking about 800 prisoners in ten days.
Allied forces pursuing retreating Japanese along the Tiddim road have reestablished contact about 10 miles inside Burma. Last observed Saturday, the enemy began withdrawing precipitously. Allied aircraft report sinking 10 river craft and damaging six near Kalew in the Chindwin valley. Japanese activity dwindled after heavy air strikes on August 22.
The Douglas County convalescent hospital at 1004 West Fourth Street will host an open house Saturday afternoon November 9 and Sunday September 10. Since purchasing April 14 this year, the 26 room brick building has undergone remodeling including a new heating plant elevator fire escape and baths. The open house invites citizens to inspect the facility built to replace the county home destroyed by a deadly fire on April 13 in which eight inmates died.
Washington Aug 23 The War Department released a list naming 1810 soldiers killed in action. Among those from Kansas are S Sgt Leroy D Arnold of Merriam T5 Gr John H Criss of Wichita 2nd Lt Arthur H Haller of Alma Capt Robert W Hornbaker of Wichita S/Sgt Vernon H Kaufman of Haddam 2nd Lt Benjamin Love of Independence Pvt Chester J Beerbower husband of Myrtle Beerbower 1403 Laura Lawrence T5 Gr Oren E Gould of Reece Pfc Otto Jones of Wichita Pfc Cloyce M Lesley of Pratt Lt Eldred Loder of Wichita Lt Robert J Murphys of Pittsburghs Pvt Richard T Savage of Winfield Winfield.
George F. Bonegardner of Stockton California and Mary Esther Calderwood of Topeka Kansas secured a marriage license at the Douglas County courthouse yesterday.
Loans for fall wheat planting are now available from the Emergency Crop and Feed Loan office in Wichita. C V Newman says funds may cover seed wheat gag and oil phosphate ground lime stone and machinery repairs with a 4 percent interest rate due July 31 1945. Security is a first mortgage on financed wheat. Loans for feed for livestock are also offered with a first mortgage on the livestock. Newman can be reached in Lawrence at the Farm Bureau office Saturdays. Richard Hi Moens headed to Fort Leavenworth for U S Army induction.
A blanket warrant charging assault and battery for hazing selectees, allegedly targeting conscientious objectors, was filed by Lyon County Attorney E. E. Steerman under orders from Attorney General A. B. Mitchell. Named suspects include Donald Blackman, Kenneth Wayne Arnold, Johnny Schlatter, Harold Oliver Waddle, Bobby Bale Anderson of McPherson and Robert W. Jones, Max Lyon Stiggins, Donald Spaniel of Hutchinson. The incident occurred on a bus en route to Fort Leavenworth induction on August 16.
Portland Aug 24 Gov Thomas E Dewey will deliver two or three major addresses on the Pacific coast as part of his campaign for the presidency Bricker will finish his coast itinerary as well and speeches are planned in major cities along the coast during the trip This report outlines a coast campaign schedule and expected venue plans.
A narrative of General Eisenhower commanding from Gibraltar’s fortress headquarters as American forces outmaneuvered Hitler and Mussolini in North Africa. The piece recounts the November 1942 invasion, the rapid advance from Algiers to 1800 miles of coast, and a radio message to French North Africa urging cooperation and a peaceful liberation.
A council member's term ends as Division Three in the due judicial district automatically terminates his position. The action reflects a procedural conclusion within the district's governance process, affecting local leadership and forthcoming appointments.
A fragmentary listing shows Thursday evening August 24 radio programs across stations WREN WDAF KMBC KMBC and others. It includes talk segments musical performances orchestras and news recaps with several named artists and programs, though many items are garbled. Potential entries mention The World Today Clues Service Hour News Newscasts and variety acts such as George Paxton's Orchestra and Les Brown's Orchestra.
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