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Newspaper

Lawrence Journal World

Location

Lawrence, Kansas, United States of America

Date

Dec 11, 1941

Page

4

Fragmented sermon excerpt shows biblical quote

The text presents Luke 6 45 about the heart from which a good man speaks good and an evil man speaks evil. It references a treasure of the heart and a good man burdened by virtue coming from within.

Philippines Supply Lines Face Naval and Air Struggle

The piece argues control of sea lanes to the Philippines is crucial as American forces in Luzon and Japanese invaders both depend on external resupply. It predicts clashes at sea and air power will shape the war’s outcome, noting that preserving American presence in the Philippines shortens the path to victory.

Philippines Luzon United States Japan

Financing the War Through Defense Bond Campaign

The treasury proposes borrowing 10 billions of American savings via defense bonds as bank deposits total nearly 70 billions. Redirecting part of these savings will preserve balance of value. war loans will rise and the debt will climb until the conflict ends. Budget balance is not seen until after a victory with Japan.

Treasury Japan

Air Training Program Resumes Civilian Flight Training

Amid wartime air control, the government quickly modified a grounding order to allow civilian aviation training. At Lawrence airport and elsewhere, training is urged to proceed vigorously with minimal interruptions to support American defense and air superiority. Authorities emphasize spotting and suppressing travel on improper errands during the outbreak of war.

United States Lawrence

British battleships lost in Pacific air attack at sea

The article reports the sinking of HMS Prince of Wales and HMS Repulse by air power after Japan joined the axis. It notes the loss as the heaviest inflicted on the British navy since the war began and discusses implications for Japanese naval dominance in the Pacific while warning that further successes are needed to solidify that claim.

Far East Japan Prince of Wales Pacific United States Germany Italy Herr Hitler Ovelord Axis Hitler Manila Luzon Philippines Britain Singapore Illanga Leningrad Moscow Berlin London Ytler Russia Fuehrer Atlantic American England Spain West Africa

Hitler’s Russia withdrawal hints at new European front

Berlin signals withdrawal of German forces from the Russian front to winter lines. Speculation grows on Hitler shifting strength elsewhere as Soviet air supremacy increases. British reaction centers on renewed English strafing and intensified Atlantic battle. Analysts see a possible front change to improve Axis fortunes. Russians expect moves to cloud Nazi judgment before spring.

Berlin Russia Hitler England Atlantic Fuehrer

Johnson blocks war bill seek to deploy U S forces abroad

The piece praises Senator Hiram Johnson for blocking a bill that would let American troops be sent overseas when strategic needs arise. It argues Americans were slow to grasp the war's seriousness and urges authorities to act decisively, even abroad, to win. It cautions against training troops only at home and stresses using the army where a blow can weaken the enemy.

Hiram Johnson United States Continental California

After Pearl Harbor attack hope grows for details

Five days after the Pearl Harbor strike the public anticipates early release of what happened in the initial Japanese assault. Americans look for clearer understanding of the task ahead as the nation braces for likely bad news following British reports of major naval losses.

Pearl Harbor America

Philadelphia Rejects False Air Raid Alarms Plan

The city states no false air raid alarms will be permitted in Philadelphia and warns that any sirens heard will be treated as real. Officials criticize nationwide false alarms as costly education and urge improvements in city plans.

Philadelphia

Convict Escape at Leavenworth Ends in Barricade Killings

Six desperate convicts escaped from Leavenworth today and shot Warden Thomas B. White who was held as a hostage. A posse of about 500 killed three barricaded criminals at the E C Salsbury farm house west of Leavenworth. Other items note a local officers meeting, a Legion post organizing a bugle corps, a world tour plan for Dr William L Burdick, a college year leave, and a Irish tenor performance at a small audience venue.

Leavenworth Federal Penitentiary Thomas B. White E.C. Salsbury Leavenworth Cooperative Club Green Owl Tea Room Irwin T. Hartley Bruce McKee John Rumsey Gloria 1 God Howard Sut!erland Walter Schaal A .N. Yancy Charles Nuffer E. F. Abels Lisle Eby H. R. Lindenberger Dorsey-Liberty American Legion Legion Howard Moore Ed Brass Phil Bowen A. B. Elliott William L. Burdick Board of Regents John Mc

Letters to the Editor on continuing Jayhawk Shelter drive

John E. Bowers argues against dropping the Jayhawk Shelter fund as Britain faces German bombing. He recalls prior American generosity, notes wartime sacrifices, and urges persistent local giving until the $4,000 goal is met, despite new war demands.

Great Britain Lawrence British Isles Save the Children United States Hitler Britain Jayhawk John E. Bowers

Diana Clings to Hope Amid Family Intrigue

In a tangled tale Diana Curt faces accusations from sister in law Adela and a web of affair rumors with Richard Thorpe. Diana dreams of Stephen alive after an ominous insurance twist and a dramatic confrontation looms in the hunt lodge drawing room.

Diana Adela Richard Thorpe Thorpe Stephen Phil Bruce Evalyn Thorpe Richard South America Bruce Phil Larkin Aunt Christie

State Guards to Take Over Emergency Protection

Topeka December 11 state guardsmen will assume duties now performed by the regular army Brig Gen Frederick Uhl sev enth army corps area commander notified Gov Payne Ratner plans prepared by Adjutant General Milton R Mc Lean leading to transfer of emergency protection duties to state guardsmen

Topeka Kansas State

Kansas Boy Is Killed in Japanese War Zone

Pi-Roth Narramore 21 of Elmdale was killed in service in the Japanese war zone. His parents Mr. and Mrs. D. M. Narramore were notified by the War Department. Narramore had played for the Emporia Ban Johnson baseball team and enlisted in the navy corps in November 1939.

Emporia Pi—Roth Narramore D. M. Narramore Elmdale War Department Narramore Emporia Ban Johnson Navy Corps

Buckler of Faith Poem by Louisa Don Carlos

Poem extols divine protection and peace under Almighty wings. Wording emphasizes trust in God’s truth as shield and buckler and a hopeful message for the new year.

Louisa Don Carlos

Revolt in Cyklades Islands Reported by Telegrams

Telegrams from Athens say a revolution has broken out in the Cyklades in the Aegean Sea. Greek communities in Egypt renounce allegiance to King Constantine as events unfold.

London Athens Cyclades Aegean Sea Egypt Constantine Kaw River Grant Township North Lawrence Union Pacific Edward MacDowell Fraser Hall Lawrence A. P. Hultz Eunice Margaret

Food Enough For All Say Officials

Washington officials reassured housewives that wartime food shortages are unlikely. Record crops and stockpiles support President Roosevelt’s claim that there is enough food for all and extra to export. Milk and egg output hit new highs while citrus and winter vegetables show strong prospects despite potential Pacific shortages.

Washington Agriculture Department America Roosevelt United States Far Texas Pacific Philippines Cuba Puerto Rico South America

Christmas Candies Free Grab Shock Sparked by Merchant

A merchant reports half a bucket of Christmas candies vanished during a free grab while he had not yet sold ten cents worth. The Commercial club held its annual meeting with strong attendance, electing Capt. L. M. Toush and George J. Barker to membership and naming officers including President W. F. March and Treasurer J. A. Spalding. Sce crossings at Eldridge block corner were fixed today. Mr and Mrs G B Penny returned from Kansas City where they attended grand opera. John Watkins will host the Happy Go Lucky whist club at their Massachusetts street home tomorrow night.

Commercial Club L. M. Toush George J. Barker W. F. March M. Newmark Endsley Jones Paul Landis J. A. Spalding Stee Ys J. R. Sanborn J. Churchill W. Bromersick Eldridge Block G. B. Penny Kansas City John Watkins Massachusetts Street

War Today analyzes Axis declaration and Pacific fronts

The piece notes Germany Italy and Japan declare war on the United States with limited immediate impact, cites Japanese Luzon landings and a Japanese battleship hit, and discusses Pacific and European fronts. It weighs British and Bolshevik positions, threats to Atlantic shipping, and possible German moves via Spain or North Africa.

Young Rob Feller Joins Navy Reserve as Boatswain’s Mate

Chicago December 11. Rob Feller a renowned pitcher was sworn in as a boatswain’s mate in the U.S. Naval Reserve. The ceremony was officiated by Lt. Com. Gene Tunney and aired over the radio.

Chicago Rob Feller United States Naval Reserve Gene Tunney

Baker Beals Victory Over Friends In Close Kansas Conference Game

Baker defeats Friends University 33 to 30 in a close Tuesday night Kansas conference clash at Baldwin. The item notes Baker football’s strong season and four Liston players making the conference first team.

Ray Cotler Chanute Baldwin ‘Friends Kansas City Baker Bealdyan Friends University Fellowship League Wesley Players Mildred Hahn Dramatic Art Fern Cherrie Eva Sandeffer Sandra Gerald Wait Betty Yee George Hood Myra Lou Larson Frank Leitaker John Phillips Flora Waldron Akron Baldwin Charles FE. Kalb Edna Ellsworth Phi Mu Sorority W. J. Williams Liston Kansas Larry Timmons George Count Dr. Counts J. W. Counts Wilson Counts Mary C. Morgan Lawrence Ed’ Wood W. Wood Fort Heavengarsh Camp Lee Jd. C. Warnock Dr. Warnock

Radio Schedule Highlights Public Airwave Lineup

Radio listings for Thursday and Friday December 11 12 detail programs across WREN KMBC WDAF WDAK and others. Entries include Ted West Jack Armstrong Tom Mix Little Orphan Annie News and sport casts Glenn Miller and Rudy Vallee orchestras with forecasts and a late night weather roundup.

Wren Ted West KMBC Terry and the Pirates WDAK Jack Armstrong Tom Mix WDAF Fred Waring Orch Leon Kansas City Xavier Cugat Maudie Death Valley Daya Duffy's Tavern Aldrich Elimer Davis Major Bowes Music Hall Glenn Miller Rudy Vallee Metropolitan Opera Guild Wren—Lum Abner Frank Fay Melody Weather Man Muehlebach A.P. Newa A.P. News AtsRey Spanier Moonbeams Ted Wast Frank Parker the Playhouse Ginny Simma A.P Grand Central Station Lum WRIEN Ted Steele Western Echoes WOLBC Amos and Andy Wdakf—Orchestra Gabriel Heatter Wels Wren Jimmy Walsh WALBC Lanny Rosa Sammy Kaye WDAKF A.P. Nawa the World Today Stanley Kenton Ramon Ramos

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