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Newspaper
Lawrence Journal World
Location
Lawrence, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Dec 09, 1937
Page
4
Fragmentary OCR shows a notice referencing the Audit Bureau of Cir es solutions in Lawrence Kansas. It mentions mailing a journal, a March act date, a subscription price of 3, and a related call. Psalm verse appears with a six o clock reference.
Some legislators back a special session urged by Governor Haxman while others doubt its usefulness. Senators Cavaness and Allen note data on the act’s operation is limited and improvements should come from careful analysis, with patience until the regular session to gather facts and propose concrete changes.
A Christmas procession went on despite a cold day drawing a larger audience than expected. Spectators filled Massachusetts street windows and sidewalks to view the parade, which organizers called interesting and successful and appreciated by many present.
The piece discusses Franco's expected collapse of Spanish defenses, US neutrality, and a protracted war. It notes sudden snow in Kansas boosting next year’s crop prospects, potential farm policy responses, and concerns about a lasting recession. It also mentions the first Soviet parliament election and fervent campaign rhetoric in Russia and the United States.
Mrs Osa Johnson, noted African explorer, suffered bruises in a motor car accident yesterday. The calamity and harsh modern comforts contrast with her longing for the jungle’s safety.
New Jersey authorities move against sit-down strikers and seize a plant from the group. Officials argue that workers have legal protection as long as there is work to be done, a view aimed at sidestepping trouble.
Little Finland will make her regular payment on the debt to the United States on the scheduled date, thus preserving Uncle Sam’s status as a lender and avoiding default.
A bitter cold snap dropped to 5 degrees below zero as university observers logged frigid conditions. Local sports and faculty officials discussed impact on games while residents faced delays and travel disruptions.
Mary Graham Bonner and a group of bears travel toward a cave as Top Notch pressures them to hurry. Honey Bear insists she must find two lost cents, claiming they are very important, while Rip and Willy Nilly question the quest and the Puddle-Muddlers object to Honey Bear’s determination.
How s Your Health discusses nervous exhaustion three main types seen by Dr C L Hartsock of Cleveland. It outlines the overworked marathon type and the high energy, restless young and middle aged group, noting emotional instability and excessive worry. It also compares workhorse and elite performers under strain and the risks when burdens outweigh capacity.
The text describes a hypothetical male merganism and sequalumber groups with traits such as caution, reluctance to take responsibility, focus on details, and a strong need for sympathetic support. It notes physical defects may exist and emphasizes the importance of psycho therapy.
In Bridgeport a six year old boy named Joseph Pelo shows a blue rash on head back and chest that fades after Dr. Daniel M. Massey applies kerosene indelible pencil. The incident recalls a Gatesville obituary where ex slave Mariah Smith aged 107 dies as virtually the entire town attends. County Judge A P Godwin and white ministers lead the funeral with six white pallbearers.
Floyd Greenwood, 23, pleaded guilty in federal court to violating the Mann Act. Judge Edgar Baught sentenced him to three years in the peniten tiary, saying the sentence should deter contact with the woman involved.
Melvin G. Stephens searches for his car parked by a Loop office building. A quiet passerby directs him toward the river as Stephens vows to confront the culprit. The informant attributes the misdirection to the wind.
Dorothy Ridemour eleven showed definite improvement after a watermelon prescription. A doctor, who wished to remain anonymous, ordered melon to aid her kidney ailment. The fruit turned up in a patch near Blackwood New Jersey after a three state search. The doctor said December melons have helped kidney cases when other treatments failed.
A December birthday event hosted by Mrs. C. W. McAllister celebrated Mary with twenty five attendees. Mrs. McAllister returned from a five month Pacific coast trip, while Helen N. Backer reported from Philadelphia after attending a large suffrage gathering. Doctor J. As Wamlin and C. C. Shaler appeared in business dealings and social chats at the event.
December wheat in Chicago rose to 1.09 a bushel the highest since the old Hutch corner era. Lieutenant Peary is set to lecture at Kansas University for the organ fund in Lawrence next February. The KU glee club ships on a holiday tour with two weeks of Midwest dates. Downtown horse tying is warned by city ordinance after recent careless acts. The Daclers’ ladies quartet and city communications are noted as business boosters.
Nelda arrives at the Barrie ranch with her roadster and daughter Candy. She faces a tense reunion with her mother Mrs Barrie and sister in law Leila while Stan and Uncle Ham weigh Nelda's future with Beck. The old house creaks as Nelda questions its charm compared to Beck's modern life. Candy shares family gossip with a playful bulldog and a hollow leg joke.
Thursday events include visitors from Topeka and Lawrence at the United Brethren bazaar and dinner. Families such as Crady Day Sehon and Hildenbrand are noted, with updates on Ray Gibbons returning from California and Marion Lasswell in Kansas City hospital in critical condition.
Social items from Baldwin reveal visits by Prof. and Mrs. Garret and son Richard to Kansas City, Alpha Chi Omega hosting a Winter Wonderland, Tri Delta alumnae gatherings, and various local engagements. Memorial hospital birth of Richard Stanley Jr announced for the Marsh family. Fire at Sherman Ward home damages property with Zeta Tau Alpha aiding Baker women.
Brief personal note asks family to pray for a ill uncle, seeking heaven's will for his recovery. Copyright 1957 Publishers Syndicate.
A dense listing shows the Kansas City radio lineup with WREN KMBC and WDAF stations. It includes orchestras led by Garwood Van and Earl Hines, performances by Frankie Masters and Jimmy Dorsey, a weather forecast, and a Friday evening program block with news, opera recitals, and a high school Liberty Memorial program directed by Joe Williams.
Edward Cragoe and Pauline Shipp attend a social evening with Mrs. Metz and Mrs. tees while Dr. Hastie and Dr. Draper lead a district religious educational conference at First Methodist. A Garden Club meeting, Eastern Star caravan to Eudora, church social events, and family visits fill a week in Lawrence and surrounding towns.
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