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Newspaper
Lawrence Journal World
Location
Lawrence, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Dec 11, 1943
Page
4
A brief biblical note highlights Paul’s instruction to maintain a pure heart a good conscience and sincere faith as essential for charity and ministry. The verse emphasizes integrity in Christian service and devotion.
A harsh drought in November left Kansas wheat struggling with germination. A week of snow across the state lifts crop prospects, though major harvest will require repeated fitness over winter. Farmers remain hopeful to support national bread supplies next summer.
The Pearl Harbor era program will not halt next weeks calls for draft fathers despite a new law signed by the President. The measure shifts power from McNutt to multiple agencies, while General Hershey warns nearly a million pre Pearl Harbor fathers may be called by June to meet manpower needs. In Douglas County and Kansas, draft boards act under priority to induct other categories first.
The C I O met in Kansas City to plan labeling supporters and opponents of labor on future tickets. It may back allies who comply with its aims and brand others as opponents for refusing dues. The article notes pressure groups may push false issues but that truth may prevail.
President Roosevelt visited Malta by air during World War II, paying tribute to the defenders of the Allied outpost. Secrecy lifted briefly revealing the three hour stay before he departed by plane to an undisclosed destination. The trip suggested further dramatic appearances on his return to Washington.
The present week of operations in Italy shows steady Allied gains south of Rome despite bad weather. The American Fifth Army nears open terrain after advancing through tougher mountain country, while Nazi forces stubbornly yield ground, signaling they are being outflanked under favorable conditions for the Allies.
Allied submarine losses in November dropped to the lowest since May 1940 as sea and air patrols in the Atlantic showed results. The danger remained, and on the same day the low figure was reported a Cuban freighter was sunk off the US east coast, though Hitler’s hoped for undersea campaign did not materialize this year.
The southern faction’s threat to the current party leadership weakened as Senator Byrd refused a presidential bid. The uprising appeared as a brief flare of deeper discontent with the party’s leadership, while a repeated administration soothing approach was suggested as effective once again.
Production of engines for the new B 29 bombers stopped at the Wright plant in New Jersey until workers grievances are adjusted. The men who will use those engines remain on duty and expect a stricter observance of the no strike pledge at home.
Berlin reports American Flying Fortresses are being equipped with racks to carry an additional ton of bombs. The modification aims to increase payload and strike capacity, signaling intensified air power during the war.
A vivid ode to paper’s role in a soldier’s life from draft to discharge. The piece highlights how every aspect of training, supply, orders, and commemoration relies on paper, culminating in an honorable discharge signed on paper after victory.
Lawrence residents urged to organize a Chamber of Commerce committee to promote postwar small businesses. The letter highlights investing in home industry, converting vacant stores for seasonal use, and encouraging local capital to back local enterprise.
The Burma push waits for Hitler’s fate and western equipment. Mountbatten requires control of Akyab and the Andaman and Nicobar Islands before any Rangoon assault, as allied landings depend on scarce warplanes ships and landing craft. Pending European progress, Asiatic operations proceed in stages, with preliminary moves possible while long-range plans unfold.
Osborne resident Mrs. Hubert Else visited yesterday. Miss Hazel Anderson is in Kansas City. A bridge luncheon will be hosted by Mrs. James S. Moore and Mrs. M. J. Getto at the Hotel Eldridge at 1 pm tomorrow. Luncheon by Mrs. Harry Allphin for the Merry Matrons at 1 pm Thursday. A turkey dinner at the Episcopal parish house is 40 cents this evening. Mercredi club meets Thursday with Mrs. N. Raymond at 808 Illinois. L. D. club Christmas party Friday at Mrs. Vic Olson’s 1208 Connecticut. A Red Cross captain search in Marion township. Mrs. Ord Clingman in Kansas City yesterday. J. D. Bowersock and R. C. Jackman travel to Kansas City on business.
Mr and Mrs Arthur Weaver returned from Kansas City where they had spent several days Theodore Lander also visited Kansas City yesterday Mr and Mrs W R Stiner will host Mrs Stiner s Kansas City parents this weekend 3 R Holmes and Terry Gaskill
A fire at Fred Klock’s grocery caused about 800 dollars in losses with similar water damage, reported after midnight. Miss Lillie Soxman assists in the county treasurer’s office during the rush, while Graeber Bros. install a heating plant at the Lawrence planing mill.
In the week ended Wednesday Kansas oil operators staked locations for 45 tests and completed 16 wells for 8 601 barrels daily. Total completions reached 39 for the week, including three gas wells, 18 dry holes and two abandonments across 18 counties led by Russell with eight starts. Pipeline runs averaged 273 578 barrels daily, up 18 401 from the prior week.
London reports a convoy battle in the North Atlantic where a pack of at least 20 U boats attacked two Allied convoys. Five German U boats were sunk and three damaged as British naval forces and aircraft prevented a concerted attack, with over 99 percent of escorted ships reaching port.
A New York customer orders chicken chow mein with no onions. The waiter's explanation cites a higher price for no onion due to chef confusion. In Minneapolis, two girls aged 11 and seven visit police with a sob story about getting home, revealing they and peers have used police cars for transport.
A travel worn woman at Union station deposits a bag and a box in a taxicab and tells the cabbie to wait while she goes inside for her baby. A soldier rushes up and orders a ride to Fortieth and Main but retreats when the driver explains she has a baby due.
A reflective verse on building self through thought and deed and choosing truth. The speaker vows to avoid wrongful thoughts words and actions and to stand for truth to reach peaceful eternity. The piece presents ethic guidance from a personal voice attributed to F. H. Shuler.
The Distinguished Flying Cross was presented at Topeka air base to Mrs. Charles Tate of Seneca for her son Sgt. Moses F. Tate listed as missing in action after the Ploesti bombing.
Senator Byrd of Virginia rejects a proposal by Senator Smith to run for president on an independent Democratic ticket formed in the South. He says he is not a candidate and that southern lawmakers will push to replace Senator Guffey as Democratic Senate campaign chair after Guffey accused southerners of aiding Republicans to defeat the servicemen bill.
Redlaw the chemist and professor faces sorrowful memories on Christmas Eve A phantom offers him power to forget and to share the gift Mrs Tetterby wrestles with remorse over poverty desires and a haunting visitor unsettles the household.
A detailed listing of evening and overnight programs for KMBC WDAF and WREN through December 11 12 and 13 including news broadcasts Cavalier Ellery Queen Abie's Irish Rose and NBC Symphony plus music and variety shows such as Your Hit Parade Million Dollar Band and Dance Orchestra across multiple time slots and stations.
This Sunday KMBC airs Fred Allen with Al Goodman orchestra and Jimmy Wallington at 8 30 p m The station plans star studded shows including Louisiana Lou and Oscar Levant Eleanor Steber Garry Moore Jimmie Durante and more The holiday lineup features Bergen McCarthy Burns Simms Iturbi Lamour Noble Spike Jones Hope Benny Crosby and Younmould in upcoming specials
Sell unused household goods for cash via a simple classified ad. Call 22 to place your sale and support the war effort with quick funds.
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