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Newspaper
Lawrence Journal World
Location
Lawrence, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Aug 29, 1939
Page
4
A well known southern Democrat, anonymity preserved, has compiled sixteen major Roosevelt missteps. The eleventh item follows with more to come as the seven year mark nears, noting that cotton corn and wheat prices linger near May 1938 levels despite prior measures.
Readers weigh price of appeasement as talks continue with no war yet feared to merely postpone conflict. The sense grows that avoiding war could invite future loose ends and another Munich scenario. Britain and France press a firm stance as a final bid against the rule of force.
Kansas will observe Thanksgiving on November 30 the last Thursday in November. Governor Ratner and many state leaders oppose changing the traditional date. Some propose two celebrations one for Roosevelt’s date and one for Ratner’s, as a parting gift of the new deal to farming states.
Letters from Americans in Germany express unbounded confidence that the Fuehrer will obtain what he wants without fighting. They see no powerful war party among Germans and believe Hitler can outmaneuver other leaders to guide Germany through a troubled time to triumph. A showdown with Germany may come as allies consider war over Poland.
Emporia residents show growing support for aid to England and France in a potential European war. Local bankers hold two foreign bonds while newspapers report no British Foreign Office propaganda, yet public opinion moves toward U S assistance amid nationalist and anti banker narratives.
The text argues that British propaganda shaped U S entry into World War I and that American neutrality would have persisted longer without such influence. It contends Americans now weigh ultimate interests and that Bund dissenters aside, most oppose alignment with Nazi aims while considering aid to allies to influence outcomes.
Many Americans unable to travel stay home while thousands seek to depart. Some would sleep on cots rather than luxury liners to reach Europe. Homecoming remains tempered by the longing for familiar scenes after summer travel.
Petitions demanding the recall of Kansas City's Mayor Smith were found insufficient at city hall. The entrenched interests still wield influence at city hall, but reformers expect some setbacks and remain undeterred in their bid to clean up city government.
Local guardsmen returning from maneuvers note special attention to target practice in this year’s training program. They say the National Guard’s purpose is training in fundamentals in light of world conditions.
The American potato bug has taken hold in Germany, damaging a staple crop. Such a development could trigger debates about potential violations of United States neutrality law.
Bridgeport Times Star notes a scientist’s breakthrough toward curing insanity on the eve of discovery. If successful, the query arises who will design hats for women, hinting at social shifts as science advances.
After attempting many options, new dealers push for electing Paul McNutt as president amid a mood of resignation and a push for reform in campaign aims.
Quote from Thomaston Times questions inequality as costs fall on all readers. The line underscores social tension over shared fiscal burdens amid varied living conditions.
Dallas Newg notes dealers nominate for Thanksgiving day marking the last day in the new deal.
Marion Ellet writes of her yellow tom cat Tommy who remains calm amid news of European tensions. He prefers chamber music to fear and seeks sunlit spots, canned salmon, and moonlight over anxiety, avoiding aspirin during alarming times and showing feline contempt for civilization.
Warnings echo through political and military figures as they compare current tensions to earlier tyrannies. The Japanese Embassy cites a fatal Shanghai shooting while U.S. leaders reflect on wasteful eras that ruined nations.
Leroy Bowery is the new Wichita chief of police after serving as acting chief since O W Wilson resigned. City Manager Alfred McDonald made the appointment permanent last night, Bowery previously held the rank of detective captain.
Ten years ago the Graf Zeppelin passed over Chanute Garnett and Olathe before reaching Kansas City. Lawrence residents briefly observed it from hilltop spots. Local movers include Mrs J W Myers and family relocating to 1800 Illinois street, while Dr Dinsmore Alter sails for England on a Guggenheim fellowship. Social events cover bridge prizes, dinners, and upcoming nuptials including Miss Gertrude Way and Frank Strong.
Round Corner Drug company to own the Woodward store formerly in the Woodward family since 1855. Robert G. Eyth and Walter H. Varnum acquire ownership while Dr. John T. Moore remains long time manager. Small fire at 546 Tennessee street caused insured damage.
Miss Orrie Cooper returns from Colorado outing. Marriage licenses issued to Fletcher Hunt Edith Dixon and Valentine Lehman Lizzie Funk. Haven Graham from Baldwin returns from Manila. Oil or gas well reportedly down 800 feet. Endacott entertains friends. Howard Griggs heads to Kansas City for All Western tennis tournament. Stands south of Dick brothers noted for shine. Artist uses new polishing material. Haymakers Cantata promoted at Bowerystock Opera House by R P Jackson for African Baptist and M E churches. Charles W Lyman joins Weavers carpet dept. family to move to Lawrence next week.
The article details methods to decontaminate clothing, instruments, and materials using boiling in soda solutions, steam, hot air ovens, and chemical agents. It warns about moisture, oily surfaces, and the limitations of alcohol and other chemicals while noting ultraviolet light and sunlight aid sterilization but some materials resist deep penetration.
In Creighton Nebraska on August 29, 12 year old Robert Wricks hanged himself in a barn on his family farm. Sheriff Norman Burns said the act stemmed from fear that his brother, a U.S. Army soldier, would have to go to Europe to fight. Family statements said no other motive was evident.
Christine Thorenson arrives in Surf City to uncover a mystery linked to her cousin and a fortune teller. Inspector Parsons exposes Jaspar the butler as a suspect while Chandra and Mrs Talbert’s bonds surface and Yardley and Wilmet aid Christine amid looming danger. The case ties a disappearance to a dangerous pact.
Oak Ridge will hold the second annual first day at school dinner at the Oak Ridge school house on Monday September 4. Dinner will be served at noon and everyone is urged to attend and support the school. Miss Fay Brown returns for her second year as teacher and is welcomed by the community.
A dense list of radio programs across KMBC WREN WDAP WDAF and others for Tuesday evening and late night. Includes musical variety with orchestras and guitar acts, talk shows from The Shadow to Mr. District Attorney, news, weather forecasts, and sports segments featuring college and professional teams.
Miss Ruby tun helpers served refreshments as Mrs. Watie Toms and son Jack joined Mr. and Mrs. Howard Erwin and Mrs. Sarah Toms of Lawrence for a Sunday trip to Adrian Missouri. They picnic ed and toured landmarks and Crescent Cemetery where her parents rested. M Dolan was called to Springdale Arkansas by the death of his brother in law Charles Marshall. funeral services were held Monday.
Arthur W. Angell born February 24 1859 in Bridges Corner Mercer County Illinois son of Cynthia Antoinette and Willard S Angell died August 22 at Cushing hospital Leavenworth after a fall and four months illness. He lived in Leavenworth County most of his life working as telegraph operator clerk and night watchman and survived by three children and three grandchildren. Funeral held Wednesday at 2 30 PM in the Christian church Tonganoxie with burial at Hubbel Hill cemetery and lodge rites by I C C F.
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