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Newspaper
Lawrence Journal World
Location
Lawrence, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Dec 08, 1936
Page
4
fragmentary post office notice from Lawrence Kansas indicates mail management details under the act of March 3 1879. instruction to call the office between 7 and ty o appears and a copy will be sent.
A dated religious note from December 1936 quotes Jesus saying I am the living bread from heaven and that whoever eats this bread will have life eternal. The text reiterates the verse John chapter six verse fifty one and connects belief to eternal life.
Secretary Ickes touts a dual plan urging reclamation of arid lands to boost production while potential new rules to cut output may raise prices. The programs are presented as parts of a broader U.S. economic strategy under the current administration. A Buenos Aires disarmament proposal faces firm opposition, with hopes for restrained armament rather than drastic cuts.
The article reports Leon Trotzky may relocate to Mexico to avoid Soviet control as Norway nears closure of his stay. Mexico offered to take him, while Russia views him as an enemy and has executed others tied to alleged plots he engineered.
The current wave of strikes reflects an industrial revival pattern. When demand lags, labor urges employment. as conditions improve and demand rises, workers seek steadier hours and better conditions amid a recovering economy.
The piece notes Mrs Simpson’s offer to sacrifice her friendship with King Edward to help him retain the throne. It speculates fear England will see little benefit and suggests the king, a gentleman, may resist the simplest exit. Observers view the move as an ideal solution but doubt it will work.
Americans view themselves as observers yet stakeholders in the British constitutional crisis. The two nations form a strong democratic bloc whose fortunes affect U.S. interests. Roosevelt sails homeward through calm seas, with post voyage time for reflection limited. Sea voyages could alleviate presidential strain.
A Topeka Capital letter from Peggy jokes that Emily Post would not approve a maid’s introduction to guests, while in the Flint Hills a hostess’ hard work shifts the duty of entertaining to the hired girl. The quip contrasts refined etiquette with practical hospitality.
Police court fines over six months totalled 5178 in the city. Chief Will Johns ends service December 1. Monthly totals include 839.50 in November, 1300 in October, 1200 in September. Intoxication fines 250 and liquor possession 300. Friends in Council mark 55th anniversary with a dinner at the Hill home. Forty four guests attended. Mrs. Hill and Mrs. R D O Leary welcomed. Program speakers included several members. Mrs Waterman Stone attended from Kansas City. Three older members noted. Luncheon honors for Miss Marguerite Emery ahead of her wedding. Bridge played. Vernon and Mrs Vernon Smith wed recently.
A brief poem by Claude Callan humorously depicts a father-in-law with a wary eye on his son-in-law who vows to try anything once and pines for honest work and a living. The piece captures rural wit and a sixteenth century cadence in a compact verse.
Twenty five years ago events in Lawrence included bridge party hosted by Miss Virginia Pendleton, visits by Mrs Laurence Woodruff, and Prof Domenico Gagliardo hosting Roberto Haberman from the Mexican government. Memorial services honored Mrs Sara T L Robinson with speeches by Mrs Noble Prentis and Prof Blackmar. Prizes awarded in a local corn contest. Opening of a new hall in Midland hosted by C P A 140 with 91 vehicles and oysters, music, and an active social supper. Lawrence to host northeast Kansas division headquarters for Farmers & Bankers Life Insurance Co with Beery building offices and expansion of local business presence.
A selection of items from a 40 year old issue notes quarantine for diphtheria at Col Rankin's Louisiana street house, a Weavers sale of down pillows at 1.00 and 15 cent pillow covers, and fundraising for a pastor's salary by the First Christian church Endeavorers. Also mentions mysterious curtains, health trips for Mr A Monroe and Mr W R Williams, Capt W C Barnes's street return, a Fancy Dress Carnival with prize winners, a marriage license for James M Sutton and Lulie Cunningham, and a summary of carnival prizes and committee members.
Dr Lago Galdston explains the body as an energy converting machine with fuel in intake and energy output. He notes the body holds energy reserves and can run on its own substance, comparing human fatigue to overtaxed engines and highlighting limits of optimal operation.
The text defines fatigue as a complex physiological condition beyond mere muscle energy use. It notes local and general fatigue types, including sensory and nervous fatigue, and outlines work factors like monotony, speed-up, noise, and irregular hours, plus home influences such as hygiene, rest, and recreation.
Mary Graham Bonner describes a rainy day sparking work and clever fixes. Willy Nilly and Sweet Face the lamb rush to complete a wool coat while rain pours, turning a day of idleness into productive activity and pride.
Shanghai December 8 America’s Christmas trade with the Orient was at a standstill because of the US ship strike. With cargoes tied up in American ports manufacturers sought materials elsewhere. Importers in Shanghai and Hong Kong faced heavy losses and some suspended business as toy dealers warned Santa would be hurt by toy shortages, especially dolls.
A group of 31 Haskell Institute football players joined their hosts in Kansas City to watch the Kansas City Greyhounds play the Tulsa Oilers at the Pla-Mar Ice Palace Sunday night. They were accompanied by Mr and Mrs John Carmody Mr and Mrs Russell M Kelley Mr and Mrs W T Johnson Dr and Mrs Fred Renick Harry Jones and Leonard Frazier.
A sensational line quotes a party guest dreading another question from Amy about who caused the mess, reflecting social tensions and rumors in a 1936 syndicated column tone. The brief hints at underlying drama without detailing谁.
Sally Warren, a 22 year old society editor, joins the Warrenton Courier staff to aid her family. Philip Page buys the paper and uses Sally to help Ray get a job. meanwhile Milltown workers plan a strike after Morris breaks a wage agreement and promises repairs, stirring local tension.
Sally agrees to take dictation for Philip Page as he offers extra work for pay. At home, she dreams of Mary Morris's party, worries over Tip, and longs for time alone with Terry, while reflecting on work and marriage.
In a tense exchange between Sally Warren and Philip Page, plans for a party at the Morris house in his honor provoke anxiety about social optics. Sally hints Old Mr. Morris may disapprove while noting Mary’s influence and potential amusement at the feud with Morris Sr. Philip agrees to attend, hoping support will appear if needed.
W G Beougher manager of the Lawrence J C Penney store announces a Christmas bonus for about 25 associates at the Lawrence location. The company overall will pay extra for over 25 000 associates nationwide with two weeks extra pay for longer service and prorated amounts for shorter tenure. E M Sams president notes 1986 was the most successful year in company history and the bonus is a temporary extra remuneration rather than a permanent plan.
Lady Mary Heath, 40, the British pilot badly injured in Cleveland in 1929, was convicted of disorderly conduct in Bow Street today and faces a 28 day jail term after she could not raise 10 pounds for a good behavior bond. The case followed claims of intoxication in a Piccadilly subway station with prior fines for similar offenses.
A dense list of December and Wednesday broadcasting slots across KMBC WREN WDAF KNBC and others. Programs include orchestras led by Jack Armstrong Buddy Fisher and Ted Filouss, with hotel acts and orderings of bands, forecasts, lessons, and headlines.
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