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Newspaper
Lawrence Journal World
Location
Lawrence, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Dec 14, 1936
Page
4
A brief religious reflection cites 1 John 5:2 to define love for the children of God as keeping God's commandments. The text emphasizes obedience as a measure of true love and faith.
The November rainfall map shows scant precipitation across Kansas with a deficiency exceeding a foot. Subsoil moisture is depleted, trees are dying, and rivers like the Kaw run unusually low. Cities are impounding limited stream flow, hoping for relief from months of above average rainfall, while Roosevelt readies post South American trip plans.
A report discusses a proposed Douglas County public health unit and how it may affect ongoing voluntary health groups. It notes that the budget could reuse current Red Grass and tuberculosis society funding and questions whether taxation would replace voluntary gifts, potentially dulling public engagement. The piece also mentions radio appeals by leaders on health matters. Tom McNeal offers distant advice to Prince Edward about fitting work into his schedule.
A veteran Kansas editor argues that mere marriage or a playboy lifestyle cannot sustain a man. He says useful occupation is essential, and most men will sacrifice for meaningful work to shape a satisfying life.
Ruling the Regents describes Wisconsin Governor LaFollette backing removal of Dr Glenn Frank from the presidency while Kansas ponders potential changes to a non political regents law. The note links university athletics as a trigger and warns against reverting to politicized boards, citing the Edward abdication as a film industry victory for love.
Preparations for the British coronation resume after abdication. Souvenir makers abandon stock, seeking insurance and new starts, while Welsh miners face uncertainty. Edward, who promised action, clashes with his ministry, now in exile as government leaders remain in power.
Seven fire alarms were turned in and nine runs logged as Delta Zeta at 1045 Indiana Street suffered fire and water damage estimated at 5000 dollars. Other fires were at 1005 West Fourth home of Charles G. Hesse, Pi Epai lon house 1420 Ohio Street, C. B. Russell home 2282 Vermont Street, and Mrs. Laura Nylund at 1332 Tennessee Street. In colder weather Lawrence was the coldest place in eastern Kansas with KU recorder at 1 degree below zero. Wedding notices follow with Miss Emery and Charles Swarts marrying tomorrow evening and Mary Katie Strong to wed Loren Ben Hull.
A lighthearted comic strip caption reveals a humorous tug between a mother and son in church. The speaker notes the lengthy prayer failed to move heaven as much as the mother grew weary, framing a domestic joke about religious dedication.
Brief items note travel and employment moves. Glenn Richard departed for Kansas City to join railway mail train service for the Christmas rush. John Schultz and Lawrence afuars four dentas in Montclair connected to local events. Mr. and Mrs. O P Barber plan a Saturday departure to visit daughters in California. Mrs H B Asher has returned home.
Twenty five years ago on Monday December 14 reports note the storm sewer project in West Lawrence disrupting the crowd in the ravine trade. Dr O A Williams travels to Minneapolis to fill a Baptist pulpit. Emery Bird Thayer founder L Bullene reflects on age while remaining a merchant leader. A new Selidights of KU book by Sadie Messler hits 50 cents. Waverly Hotel razed marking Kansas history as Free State Headquarters fades. Engagement announced for Salome Stout to J E Matthews of Oklahoma City with wedding planned December 26 at Stout home.
Fort Worth era item reports track conditions along South Park line deteriorating with dangerous hollows between stations Lake View and Club House. Meanwhile good roads bring large bicycle riding turnout by W.W.W. members and country rides.
Dr Jargo Galdston explains appetite loss from emotional distress. Most cases are temporary but some progress to anorexia nervosa, a serious condition threatening health and life if untreated.
The text outlines the historical definition of anorexia nervosa as a peculiar disease mainly affecting young women, marked by extreme emaciation. It notes that mild cases are common and early treatment can prevent chronic harm, with loss of appetite as the symptom and psychologic factors as the root cause. Treatment emphasizes psychiatric assessment and environmental changes rather than direct pressure to eat.
A jumble of quirky vignettes from Perry to Des Moines shows a pipeline worker dousing flames on burnt pants after an explosion. An Ohio driver, a bump in Wabash, a blue spotlight mishap, and a shoplifting sting followed by a detective reveal. Messages pivot on oddities, missteps, and human foibles in everyday life.
Topeka report cites Santa Fe Kansas as a ghost town with bonds worthless. Assistant Attorney General T. L. Warner relays to W. Dobson of York, England that bonds issued August 23, 1890, matured July 1920, paid no interest since 1896. Santa Fe was incorporated in Finney county 1886, became county seat of Haskell county, declined after 1913, and a railroad bypassed it by six miles. Warner concludes the town’s existence would not render the bonds liable. Also notes the Swannanoa tunnel near Ridgecrest North Carolina is 1010 feet long.
Sally Warren weighs her romance with Terry Maynard and the lure of Philip Page as Tip pursues a blond aviator Mary Morris eyes Philip. Sally seeks calm in Philip’s garden and resolves to wait two weeks before answering Terry, hoping to calm tensions and protect Tip’s feelings.
Sally teams with Lola Hopkins as newsroom chatter erupts over Terry Maynard crashing into a top hospitality job and a rushed departure home. Lola hints at a front-page wedding story, while Sally questions if Terry’s plans involve her, and Tip presses for answers amid a newsroom shuffle.
Cheery chat with Mary Graham Bonner describes Santa Claus arriving at Willy Nilly's door in Pud dle Muddle. Santa is greeted by animals and Willy Nilly who reveals a ready warm house as a half way spot for finishing toys, replacing the old shed trips with north journeys.
Radio listings for Monday December 14 show WREN KMBC WDAF and EMB stations with a full night of music, variety acts, and weather forecasts. Multiple orchestras, bands, and singers are scheduled, including Santa Claus programs, Carroll Singers, and Amos n Andy segments, across late afternoon to midnight hours.
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