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Newspaper
Lawrence Journal World
Location
Lawrence, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Dec 04, 1939
Page
4
Psalm Reference Fragment
A fragmentary Bible verse note cites Psalm 77 2 “not wait for trouble” as a religious reminder. The line appears pendant and without full context or surrounding text.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Lord
No Special Tax Debate Spurs Against New Revenue Measures
Congressmen Carlson of Kansas and Ison critique a proposed special tax aimed at defense revenue. They warn such taxes invite a chain of added levies, arguing the present burden already consists of many small taxes. A Lawrence taxpayer echoed concerns about incremental tax increases.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Carlson
Kansas
Ison
Lawrence
Stout Finnish Resistance Against Russia Hopes for Turnaround
The piece argues that a successful defense by Finland against Russia seems remote due to clear fighting disparities. Still, Finland may endure longer than expected and could gain a turning point, much like historical revolutions where unforeseen events favored resilient colonists. The author praises Finnish bravery and resilience as deserving of favorable fortune.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Finland
Russia
Poland
Germany
Mexican Court Upholds Oil Expropriation
The Mexican supreme court ruled expropriation of oil property owned by Americans constitutional. One dissent warned the government may seize movable American property, but the majority supported seizure of all oil industry interests. The issue centers on compensation, with promises to pay unfulfilled as seizures continue and debate with the United States persists.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mexican Supreme Court
Diplomatic Channel Open Through Moscow Observes US Views
The text argues maintaining a US ambassador at Moscow keeps a diplomatic channel open to Russia. It suggests avoiding severing relations as it could harm the Finns and hinder potential future Russian listening. It notes debt payments and the value of ongoing communication.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Finland
Sam
United States
Moscow
Italians’ Ethiopia War Seen as Costly Lesson on Conquest
The piece argues Italian support for Mussolini’s Ethiopia invasion shows inconsistency in thought. It notes the costly war drained Italy and may not yield profit for 75 to 100 years, suggesting future generations will be poorer due to the expedition’s outcome.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Finland
Mussolini
Cheeleader
Ethiopia
Italy
Fewer Taxing Units Reported Across States
Kansas leads a list of states with the most taxing units after a five year census count from the Illinois tax commission via the Federation of Tax Administrators. The tally shows 3 052 counties 16 450 incorporated places 118 667 school districts 19 303 townships and 3 624 other units. Kansas has 11 240 taxing units with Illinois at 15 100 the highest.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Kansas Government Journal
United States
Illinois Tax Commission
Federation of ‘Tax Administrators
United States Bureau of the Census
Illinois
Kansas
Minnesota
Missouri
New York
Wisconsin
Michigan
Nebraska
Iowa
Texas
Detroit girl's birthday bequest creates jobs surge
A Detroit girl received a one hundred million dollar bequest on her 25th birthday, triggering widespread employment. At least one hundred thousand people, previously unemployed, now work to claim a share of the funds. The remark is attributed to Jack Harris.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Detroit
Jack Harris
Murder in Benthorne House Clue Heavy Climax Teases Reveal
Captain Dawson investigates a mansion murder amid a web of suspects including Ava Johnson, John Douglas, Helen Benthorne, and Alston Benthorne. Di Torio’s death hints a killer among them as clues gather, with Ava's letters found and a second corpse looming.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Arnold Benthorne
Helen
Benthorne
William “Alston
Deey
Ava Johnson
John Douglas
Nining R
Ava
Aptain Dawson
Joey
Dawson
Jogy
Alston
Helen Benthorne
di Torio
Krone
Flynn
Douglas
Sorelle
Miss Johnson
Mr. di Torio
Mugwump Musings on Crusades and World War Comparisons
In a column by Marion Ellet the Crusades are likened to modern Allied efforts, with harsh criticism of medieval rulers and church leaders. The piece argues the Crusades were funded by royal usurers and driven by greed as well as piety, and questions equating current warfare with holy wars.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Kermit Roosevelt
Europe
France
Germany
England
Palestine
William the Second
William
Duke of Normandy
Normandy
Duchy of Asquitaine
Richard
Frank Melone Hosts Bridge Party With Prizes Awarded
Frank Melone entertained classmates at a Friday bridge party where Ruth Stoland and Leroy Metzler won prizes. Dr and Mrs L E Rice aided Mrs M C Melone. Also noted is Prof Carl Preyer of the University of Kansas to receive Masonry’s thirty third degree in Wichita with George Foster and David Horkmans accompanying. Ernest Selig and son visit Lawrence from Harrisburg as W E Frowe travels to Ft Pierce Florida for winter landscaping plans.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Frank “Melone
Ruth’ Stoland
Leroy Metzler
L. E. Rice
M.C. Melone
Carl Preyer
University of Kansas
Wichita
Kan
George O. Foster
David Horkmans
Preyer
A .D. M. Swarthout
Ernest, Selig and Son
Ernest, Jr
Harrisburg, Pa
Selig
Lawrence
Belgian Relief Fund Nears Fourth Flour Car Shipment
Twenty five years ago the Belgian Relief Fund committee announced they were close to sending a fourth car of flour to the starving Belgians. The committee plans to ship six cars from this country. Eliot, a well known local figure, hosted a six o clock dinner with Bell Bros. and others. Neighbors surprised the couple with a wedding anniversary celebration last evening.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Belgian Relief Fund Committee
S. Eliot
Bell
Bros
Wilson
Mes
Local notes and brief incidents in town life
The report highlights small events: a pedestrian bruise from a loose sidewalk board near the depot, a Congregational church installing new furnaces and an electric lighting system, and fire department activity at the university. Also noted are a local worker’s return home, a resident traveling to California for winter, and community concerns over street and utility improvements.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Congregational Church
James Hutchings
Harry
Shaw
W. Beattie
W. M. Reinisch
Williard
Trade barriers and wartime aid in national policy remarks
Statements from Secretary Hopkins, Foreign Minister Saracoglou, Mayor Jenkins, and President Roosevelt discuss interstate trade barriers, allied cooperation, driver safety education, war against impairment, and farm policy’s electoral relevance. A Lawrence subscription appeal closes the column with gift pricing.
Kidney inflammation and early detection key to preventing nephritis
Dr Fishbein explains nephritis as a major 1937 death cause with acute and chronic forms including Bright's disease. Early detection via urine albumin and blood changes, regular exams, infection prevention, and limiting kidney workload through diet are emphasized for better outcomes.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Bright
Elliott Roosevelt Burt Recovering From Collision Injuries
Elliott Roosevelt and his wife recover at their Texas ranch from a mobile collision. The President's son sustained facial and leg cuts and two broken teeth. His wife suffered an ankle bruise and a head cut.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Texas Ranch
Fort Worth
Tex
Elliott Roosevelt
Fair Association Calls Annual Meeting at Big Spring
The fair association issued a call for its annual meeting to be held at the school house in Big Spring. Pete Bahnmaier remains noted as a key member in the organization.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Big Spring
Pete ‘Bahnmaier
Conetany
The
Fair Association
Obituary for David T McCall from Wecompton native
David T. McCall born December 18 1863 in Wecompton Kansas died November 25 1939 at his daughter s Crown Point Indiana home aged 76 years 11 months 28 days He married Cordelia Gaines July 13 1887 they had eight children six living John Warren Orval Mrs Don Pardee Mrs Warren Mott and Mrs Harry Smith Interment was Tecominton cemetery Funeral at Teconnton United Brethren church with pastor A C Kelloge He was survived by three sisters and one brother and ten grandchildren.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
David T. McCall
Wecompton
Kan
Cordelia Gaines
John
Amharillo
Tex
Warren
Orval
Gary
Ind
Don .Pardee
Crown Point
Warren Mott
Hammond
Harry Smith
Topeka
Frank McClanahan
Locompton
Hedger
McClanahan
Obituary of Ella Saylor of Douglas Kansas
Miss Ella Saylor born January 29, 1875 on a farm near Douglas Kansas died November 16, 1939 at her sister’s home at age 64 years 9 months 17 days She was the third child in a family of ten and survived by five brothers and one sister She was active as Sunday school actor superintendent and teacher for the church.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ella Saylor
Douglas
Kan
Radio Schedule Fragment from 5 to 11 PM with Orchestras
The fragment lists a dense Kansas City radio lineup on KMBC WDAF WREN and others for Tuesday Evening December 5 featuring Orchestras led by Elvira Rios Artie Shaws, Johnny McGee and Tom Mix. It includes newscasts weather forecasts and various musical acts.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
KMBC
WDAB
Jack Arm
Wren
Tom
Europe
WDAK
Templeton
WDAF
KNBC
Lum
Abner
Christmas
Moon Wren
Elvira Rios
Muehlebach
Ixmbc
Sammy“Kaye
Artie Shaw
Erskine Hawkins
MBC
Ray Herbeck
Pennsylvania
Johnny McGee
Orch
Similin
Ed’ McConnell
Jack Armstrong
Tom Mix
Fred Waring
Kansas City
Aldrich
Edward G. Robinson
Johnny
Horace Hefit
Little Ol’ Hollywood
We, the People
Battle of the Sexes
Wrein
Weeks
Daniel Caravan
Fibber McGee
Cordell Hull
Sammy Kaye
WDASB
Bob Hope
Brent House
WDAD
Walter
Amos and
Andy
Jimmy Fidler
Lou Breeze
Muehlabach
Jan Savitt
WRFN
Johnny Messner
Meadow Brook
Miss Saylor Passes After Lifelong Teaching Service
Miss Saylor, converted in youth and lifelong church member, taught over 40 years earning teaching certificates in Missouri Colorado and California. She retired from the Los Angeles school system shortly before death and was active in community affairs. She loved flowers birds and children and helped the needy. A member of the Order of Eastern Star she served in all chapter offices in Rifle Colorado and attended meetings wherever she resided.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Christian Church
Saylor
Missouri
Colorado
California
Los Angeles
Order of Eastern Star
Rifle
Colo
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Associated Press
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Alston Alse
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Mrs. Benthorne
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Mr. Benthorne
Jamieson
Mugwump
By Marion Ellet
W.E. Frowe
Ft. Pierce
Fla
Dr. Sadler
Frank McLennan
Stevens
Theodore Poehler
Harry Hopkins
Shukra Saracoglou
Turkey
Ab Jenkins
Salt Lake City
Warm Springs
President Roosevelt
Paralysis Foundation
Clifford R. Hope
Rep
Morris Fishbein
Dica) Association
Fishbein
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Fair ‘Association
Douglas County
Sneegas
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