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Newspaper
Lawrence Journal World
Location
Lawrence, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Dec 06, 1940
Page
4
England loan risk debated in Washington
Washington debate centers on whether the United States should extend a loan to England. Administration spokesmen defend England as a good risk, while senators Taft Clark and Johnson challenge that view as inappropriate for a matter of national survival beyond ordinary business risk.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
England
United States
Washington
Senate
Johnson
California
Clark
Missouri
Taft
Ohio
Repeal and Liquor: W C T U Scorecard After Seven Years
The scoresheet notes deaths from alcoholism and arrests for drunkenness remain high, with few tangible benefits from repeal. It cites political gains for repeal organizers and argues Kansas should maintain strict liquor restrictions amid open-state conditions.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
W.C.T.U
Kansas
Command Rotations for 85th National Guard Division End near
The 85th National Guard division comprising Kansas Missouri and Nebraska troops is under a rotating command arrangement among the states. Reports indicate no War Department interest in changing this before mobilization, with General Truman expected to command at mobilization. After that, civilian state control declines and the War Department directs command to optimize military efficiency.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Kansas
Missouri
Nebraska
85Th National Guard
War Department
Truman
Thailand Eyes Territory Amid Indo China Breakup
Thailand, formerly Siam, shows anxious interest in territorial gains as French Indochina dissolves, shaping regional power shifts and border expectations. The move reflects Bangkok’s strategic aims in a rapidly changing Southeast Asian map.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Thailand
Siam
Thailand weighs joining forces with Japan considering independence risks
The Thai leaders evaluate allying with Japan though the plan could cost Thailand its independence. They acknowledge the global drive for territorial expansion and its inherent dangers amid the current geopolitical climate.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Japan
Too Costly Peace Debate in Parliament
The article notes a parliamentary proposal for a war aims statement followed by peace talks with Germany drew few votes. It argues such talks would look like surrender while Germany seeks a military decision. A prolonged war benefits no side, and the debate may sharpen British resolve to persist in the conflict.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Germany
House of Commons
Britain
Burlington Republican Drops Saturday Edition
The Burlington Republican will publish five days a week instead of six, omitting the Saturday issue. John Redmond cites wage and hour law restrictions as the cause, requiring readers to adapt to a one sixth reduction in their news service.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Burlington Republican
John Redmond
Burlington
Simple law to bar reelection to stop promises
William Allen White argues in the Emporia Gazette that a straightforward rule preventing presidents, governors, senators, or congressmen from succeeding themselves would curb campaign promises and election jockeying, presenting a private citizen’s view on a solution.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Salina Journal
William Allen White
Emporia Gazette
Civilian Strain in War Britain Italy and Greece
The column argues civilian morale is the war’s potential breaking point as bombing and shortages grind Europe. It notes Britain’s air raids and parliament’s peace vote, Italy’s rationing and bombing shifts from Crete to Italy, and questions public support for Hitler amid setbacks in Greece and Albania.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Britain
Germany
Italy
British Isles
Signor Mussolini
American Department of Agriculture
Crete
Greece
Albania
Fog in Meuse valley blamed for over sixty deaths
Provincial health commissioner concludes fog caused the Meuse valley disaster with no gas or chemical agents involved. The yellow mist swiftly spread among the respiratory weakened, and the fog began to lift this morning.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Meuse
Belgium
Lawrence
Pi Kappa Alpha
Louisiana Street
Oscar White
Alabama Street
Seth W. Slaughter
Julius Marks
Ohio
F. M. McFarland
Erich Maria’ Remarane
Joseph Goebbels
Reichstag
Berlin
Adolf Hitler
Dorothea
Hartig
Lois Parker
Frances Heaston
Marie McPheeters
Margaret Chamney
Angela Sommers
Allen Phillips
Charles Schneck
Joseph A. Wahl
Lulu McKit
Congress opens with defense fight and suffrage petition
Congress reconvenes at noon with heated defense debates and inquiries into the Navy league the National Security league and the American Defense society. Suffragists present a high petition urging a constitutional amendment as city plans for a municipal Christmas tree proceed with a committee appointed by Mayor Francisco.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Congress
Navy League
National Security League
American Defense Society
W. J. Francisco
T. J. Sweeney
W. C. Stevens
F. W. Barteldes
Homer Talbot
Co. S. Skilton
Bert Ober
Robert House
George Kreeck
T. H. Chalkley
F. A. Caversathur Nevin
S. P. Byrd
F Smith
C. E. Merwin
Hugh Means
Jacob
Kane and Davis Visit Ottawa with Friends
Mr and Mrs Harry Kane Lawrence Kane Miss Irma Davis and Mr George Hall motored to Ottawa yesterday where they spent the day with friends.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Harry Kane
Lawrence Kane
Irma Davis
George Hall
Ottawa
Many Social Events Mark Kansas City Weekend
Mrs J P Miller hosted a pretty luncheon at her Louisiana street home with 32 guests. Miss Alice Sibley of Lawrence to wed Mr Albert Bogart of Dodge City next Monday in Great Bend. The Wednesday whist club met at Misses Barker's. Otto Nicholson and Mrs Odder posted high scores. Invitations issued for Ellen Mabel Sayre to Ralph Waldo Cone on December 20 at Trinity Church. Lizzie Farrell to wed Edward W Wilson at 1208 Rhode Island Street tonight. Martin Luther Miller wed Hattie V Clark in Lawrence. Delivery wagons C Crebs and Fritzel collide causing a smash. Lawrence Royal Arch Masons held convocation electing officers.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
J. P.miller
Louisiana Street
Miller
Kate Greenway
Alice Sibley
Lawrence
Albert Bogart
Dodge City
Great Bend
Lucine
Frances Barker
Robert Morrow
Blackmar
George Morrow
Cohn
Manley
Miss Brownell
Sinclair
Esterly
Otto Nicholson
Odder
Lucius E. Sayre
Ellen Mabel Sayre
Ralph Waldo Cone
Trinity Church
Lizzie Farrell
Edward W. Wilson
Rhode Island Street
Rev
Russell
Wilson
Robinson and Wineys
Martin Luther Miller
Hattie V. Clark
Justice Brooks
C. Crebs
Fritzel
Lawrence Royal Arch Masons
Masonic Hall
Golem
Dully
H. P
William L. Burdick
P. Smith
Hopes for Peace in China Japan Talk at Eldridge Hotel
Mou-Hai King spoke to the Co-Operative club at the Eldridge hotel on war between China and Japan. He cited Japan 50 years ahead in civilization as a cause and voiced hope for future peaceful settlement. He noted China’s current leadership trained in America and Europe and mentioned his father’s Harvard ties and Rockefeller Institute link. King thanked Chancellor Lindley for enabling his study at Kansas University.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
China
Japan
Mou-Hai King
Co-Operative Club
Eldridge Hotel
King
America
Europe
Harvard
Rockefeller Institute of Peking
Young King
K. U
Lindley
Christmas Aid Through Salvation Army Kettles
The Salvation Army relies on community voluntary gifts to fund Christmas dinners for the Beavy. Capt Olin Brigman notes funds from the Community Chest do not cover the season and kettles on the streets and mailed gifts fund the work. Last year 157 bushel baskets of food were distributed and organizers aim to repeat the effort. Donations can be made at kettles daily through Christmas or by mail to Salvation Army headquarters at 729 Vermont.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Salvation Army
Olin Brigman
Vermont
Lawrence dealer chosen for Midwest Oil-O-Matic factory meeting
L. T. Harris of Lawrence is invited to represent Oil-O-Matic dealers in ten Midwest states at a Chicago factory meeting on December 9. He earned selection by selling more than any other dealer, even Kansas City and Topeka, with C. D. Warren of the Harris company accompanying him.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
L. T. Harris
Lawrence
Midwest
Chicago
Kansas City
Topeka
Oil- O-Matic Heatings Corporation
C. D. Warren
L. T. Harris Company
Mr. Harris
The Cave Holds a Mystery Chapter XVII
Ronnie and Wes explore a canyon cave where Lona and a stranger were seen. They find a torch, note ordinary boxes, and uncover three rifles and automatic pistols with ammunition, raising danger as night deepens and a hidden cache appears. They vow caution while advancing cautiously into the eerie room.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ronnies
Wes
Lona
Ronnie
Wesley
New Mexico
Carlsbad
Rainbow Canyon
Lana
Baldwin News Highlights Alumni Meeting and Local Socials
Thomas A. Evans travels to Columbia to attend alumni secretaries meeting and preside at Friday banquet. Local women form a Baldwin music club with 21 charter members, officers named, next meeting December 18. Fire chief Charles H. Marsh of Peabody dies at 84 after heart disease, longtime state firemen and fire chiefs official.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Peabody
Kan
Charles H. Marsh
State Firemen’s Association
State Fire Chiefs’ Association
Radio Schedule Highlights Dense Kansas City Lineup
Friday to Sunday broadcast grid lists WREN KMBC WDAF programs from 6:30 pm to 12:00 am and into Sunday. Features variety shows, newscasts, orchestras, sports, dramas, and special programs across stations with numerous entertainers and hosts.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Wren
Bua Barton
Penny Serenade
Jack Armstrong
Tom Mix
KMBC
WDAF
Fred Waring
Orch
Askansas City
Johnny
Kmbc—Playhouse
Everyman's Theatre
Warren Irvin
Wings of Destiny
Dinah Shore
KKMBC
WDA
Associated Press News
A.P
Notre Dame
U.S.C
Wdaf—Safety Council
Penn
Linwood Cavaliers
Wdaf—Orchestra
Grand Ole Opry
People's Platform
Wdaf—Playhouse
Israel
Wayne King
Brush Creek Follies
Rustic Cabin
Mal Hallett
Muehlebach Or
Fats, Waller
Joe Cappo
Russ Morgan
WDAP
Edgewater Beach
Graziella Parraga
Washington Calling
H. V. Kaltenborn
Hollywood Church
Tony Wons
John Tompkins
Ben Cutler
Graham McNamee
Silver Theatre
Vladimir Brenner
Helen Hayes’ Theatre
Charlie McCarthy
Walter Winchell
Manhattan
Parker Family
Irene Rich
Bill Stern
Goodwill
Kmbc—Orientale
Henry A. Wallace
Wdaf—Brook Orch
Henry Busse
Moonbeams
Fats Waller
Bill Carlson
Tony Pastor
Tommy Reynolds
Savoy Ballroom
WBC
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