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Newspaper
Lawrence Journal World
Location
Lawrence, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Dec 10, 1937
Page
4
A fragment from a 19th century page discusses a biblical passage on sanctification and contemplates Kansas becoming a national breakfast hub if alfalfa is studied as human food. It notes South African miners using alfalfa as a calcium source and imagines American dietary adoption with alfalfa served at table rather than pasture.
In New York, Charles Fahy of the National Labor Relations Board opposed revising the Wagner Act to give labor responsibility for contract enforcement. He argued the law does not prohibit employer coercion and warned that such a view could empower labor racketeers to force a majority through violence. The discussion revealed sharp differences between industry leaders and administration spokesmen on labor policy.
Leaders of two committees signal more concession expected from the White House amid tense negotiations. Observers note a push to ease demands on policy and funding as bipartisan talks proceed.
Oklahoma senator Josh Lee warns that if the new farm bill passes farmers may ride at night to trigger neighboring crop limits. He argues the bill would fuel disorder akin to Klan tactics and pair with the Wagner act to unsettle industrial districts, pleasing opponents of orderly processes.
The observer notes General Allenby’s entry into Jerusalem marks intensified Jewish Arab feuds. A British officer known for quelling Indian uprisings arrives to apply similar methods. Both sides seek dominance while Britain asserts firm control, shedding any velvet-glove pretense.
Indications point to a deeper federal budget imbalance in the coming months as relief rolls grow. More funds will be needed to aid the unemployed, and local officials face mounting concerns over the cost of relief and its administration before spring.
A Texas outlaw fled the Nebraska penitentiary but returned to custody six hours later. Lincoln officers found him in bed at a rooming house and he surrendered without resistance. Law enforcement had alerted as far as Lawrence.
Kansas City moves to comply with a new law creating permanent voter registration. Officials say the change will complicate enrollment and ghost voting, with stability of political bosses tied to the reliability of registration rolls.
Japanese demand surrender of Nanking but indications point to a costly Japanese assault to seize the city. Chinese forces hold positions in difficult terrain, complicating any breakthrough and raising stakes for an urban showdown.
Readable fragments describe hospital patients saved from a heating plant incident at Lawrence Memorial. The piece notes a new double platoon fire department system planned for Lawrence starting January 1, with three additional members bringing strength to sixteen plus the chief. It mentions increased efficiency and an annual cost around 3600 dollars. Further items reference vacations, local visits, and business travel in a continuous newspaper-voice fragment.
The Masque Club at the university presents The Boys of Company B on December 17 and 18 starring Phil Gilmore Julius Murray and Arnold Daly with a large local cast. The event follows a busy week of activity including other campus happenings and local notices.
A distorted exchange features a narrator or speakers mentioning finding items and keeping them safe. Names such as Christopher Columbus Crow and Leona appear amid unsure dialogue. The passage centers on locating missing objects and suspicion of trust.
In a dreamlike scene Willy Nilly and friends seek two missing cents with Honey Bear nodding toward rest then promising to wake if found. A sleepy vibe blends with a forest trailer setting as the group plans a cave nap and future search led by Christopher.
The text explains that anemia cannot be judged by appearance and describes how iron or calve factors relate to the condition. It outlines how severe anemia causes palpitations, breathlessness, fatigue, muscular weakness, and faintness, while mild cases show subtler signs.
In Greenbelt Maryland a petition by more than 100 residents of a 210 family low cost housing project seeks an immediate referendum on a rule banning dogs. They claim life is dull without their canines and push for pet ownership in the $15 million center.
Weather observer Elmer Bowen reported 29 below zero at O Neill Nebraska, with other thermometers higher. Bowen sent the instrument to Washington for adjustment. In Marinette Wisconsin Justice Frank Duquaine sentenced Justice Norris Gould to 30 days in jail after a jury convicted him of stealing wood valued at about $20. Gould claimed he did not know the wood's owner though he knew it was not his.
Police raiders disrupted a Hollywood premiere party arresting 36 on gambling charges. The stag affair at a central Hollywood clubhouse saw patrons flee and officers seize gambling paraphernalia and hundreds of dollars in stakes. Bonds ranged from 50 to 250 dollars.
The article notes that counties face delays with tax receipts and may wait until December 21 after the first half payments are collected. It mentions the commissioner's office and possible handling without interference, with Wednesday as a referenced time.
Nelda confronts a forced split of the Estrada estate as sister in law Leila demands the apple assets while Stan avoids work. Candy and Candy’s mother hint at the ranch’s shrinking fortunes and looming debt as Nelda fears losing the family home and future.
Palmyra residents recount a Sunday of family visits. Harry Winters and wife and daughter from Lawrence stopped by F N Winters and Mrs Winters. Clyde Hughes spent the weekend at Silkville. Mrs Marie Thomas hosted Wilda and Elt Lucas on the Dell road.
Kaw Valley residents report visits and gatherings across DeSoto Lawrence and nearby towns. Edwin Parker and family from DeSoto spent Thursday with local families. Clara Cox and guests attended showers and a linen event in Lawrence. Bryan Eisele's upcoming wedding is noted at the Friends church parsonage. multiple Alt enbernd and Gerstenberger family members are mentioned with health and visiting updates.
Publication fragment shows a 1957 item from Claude Callan with a partial title and syndicate note. The readable bits reference a work titled Poor Pa and a publisher’s syndicate attribution.
Local notices recount Harry Warniker cutting his foot on a buzz saw at the Forsythe home in Belleview and receiving six stitches. A string of social visits, dinners, and club events follow, listing residents in Lawrence, Belleview, and surrounding areas along with Christmas and Thanksgiving outings.
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