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Newspaper
Lawrence Journal World
Location
Lawrence, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Dec 15, 1937
Page
4
The snippet cites a 1937 publication date and a religious motto from Ephesians 3 20 21. It references journal delivery, postal classification, and subscription notes. The tone resembles a church or community notice within a newspaper page. It emphasizes belief and faith as central themes for readers.
A fragment notes that in Peiping a Japanese backed puppet regime includes former presidents and ministers. It argues minority leaders once ousted by force may now be drawn into the new statecraft, with bayonets as the source of authority.
Huey Long era policies shaped LSU band funding and travel. The band demanded $10 per member for spending and transport to the Sugar Bowl but was dismissed by the director, signaling a shift away from Huey Long era practices as Louisiana attracts new industry with tax exemptions and a $20 million capital investment promise.
A Republican policy committee set up to channel grassroots views faces questions of centralization versus broad participation. Early signs show possible factional dissent among initial member selections, though constructive work remains for party members.
The association of hosiery manufacturers warns that a silk boycott against Japan would hit 325 U.S. companies and 85 000 workers hardest, affecting finished goods here even as Japan bears the raw material loss. It argues Americans would suffer more than Japan, despite proponents' hopes.
Gasoline dealers protest Governor Haxman plan to dye tax exempt fuel arguing dyeing adds a fraction of a cent per gallon and complicates duties. They note merchants already act as state tax collectors and lose personal time to serve state interests amid ongoing protests that remain unresolved.
An Italian newspaper correspondent was killed on the Panay amid hostilities. Japan’s indiscriminate cannon and air bombing injures allies and provokes German protests over shelling of a British boat. Reparations are expected to be costly for the Japanese government.
Police acting quickly stopped a saloon hold up last week. Two bandits and a customer were killed in the ensuing gun battle. The event contrasted with earlier violent crimes where officers did not intervene.
F. S. Butcher was named president of the Douglas County Farm Bureau at the annual gathering. Officers include Mrs. George Jensen as vice president and Roy Flory as secretary and treasurer. A. I. Gilkinson reported for the county farm agent, with talks by Herman Theden and Dr. O. O. Wolf.
Rev Miltan accents Call From Rev C L Milton of this city has accepted a call from the First Christian church of Milwaukee and will leave soon for his new pastorate. Rev Bion wired acceptance yesterday. Paul and Russell Friend, who
A playful scene with Santa, Christopher Crow and animal friends negotiating sugar and Christmas cheer. Santa listens as Christopher declares being good while Top Notch and others charm him with requests. Mrs Quacko, Willy Nilly, and Sweet Face join the lighthearted antics ahead of a Q and A.
A discussion notes children are highly susceptible to respiratory infections and complications from colds. It explains anatomical differences such as a shorter Eustachian tube and larger cheek sinuses, highlighting middle ear infections, bronchitis, pneumonia, and sinusitis as common pediatric complications.
The piece explains how sinus infections arise in children due to immune and anatomical factors. It notes that openings can be blocked by inflammation, causing poor drainage and sinusitis especially during colds and crying. It references cheekbone sinuses being larger in children and outlines factors that worsen drainage.
Bloomington Indiana December 15 police report a man misplaced his lunch basket on a downtown street. His false teeth were inside the bundle, creating a comic misfortune he could not gnash over.
In Murray Kentucky on December 15 a 35 year old mother gave birth to a son while her 21 year old stepdaughter delivered a daughter minutes later. Both mothers and babies were reported doing nicely.
Leavenworth county Farm Bureau completed its annual membership drive and earned the right to send a member to the American Farm Bureau Federation national convention in Chicago. W. R. Van Tuyl of Baselior was chosen to represent the Leavenworth unit, having led the district in 1938 membership growth. Rockefeller Center described as the largest private capital building project ever undertaken.
Forty years ago on December 15 the Kansas University team election and Arthur Jackson are noted amid school events. The Christmas Concert of the school of music at the university is described as an annual event.
In a stormy visit to Nelda Barrie, Mrs Reckless questions Earl Reckless's intentions as Nelda and her family navigate social pressures. Nelda contemplates letters from friends and reputations while preparing tea for guests, amid hints of future Reck developments.
Lawrence free library adds several volumes including Bradley's Menu Cookbook Burrells Bedside Book of Famous American Stories Dodd The Old South eFlexner Doctors on Horseback Fosdick Successful Christian Living Franck Trailing Cortez Through Mexico General Motors Corp Diesel Engines Hobbs Working With Tools Hotties 1001 Christmas Facts and Fancies Jackson Notes on a Drm Kang Fast Goes West King Knitting Book Mantle Best Plays for 1936 37 Marshall Chess in an Hour
A fragmented catalog of titles and authors from an issue listing fiction and crime stories. Notable items include Meyer, O Henry Memorial Award material, Wells and Mann entries, and various crime themed works such as Murder and The Line-Up. The list blends authors like Hawkes, Reiley, Sabatini, and Weston with multiple titles.
Philadelphia December 15 UP trains would use end to end radio communication on long freights to replace whistle signals. The Pennsylvania railroad tested the system on a 30 mile Philadelphia Paoli run with 30 cars and plans system wide use. The setup used wireless telephone like instruments and a bell to signal a listener at the other end. Engineers and conductors talked throughout the trip and the radio functioned amid high tension lines. Transmitters cover three to ten miles, a finding welcomed by S DM Viele assistant electrical engineer who oversaw the test.
William Allen White, editor of the Emporia Gazette, left Doctors' hospital after three days of observation and checked out for the Mayo Brothers clinic in Rochester, Minnesota. He returned to a hotel.
A dense listing of radio programs by station KMBC WDAF WREN and others for Thursday evening December 16. Programs include orchestras led by Glenn Miller and Tommy Dorsey, NBC concert hour, weather forecasts, headlines, and top acts like Amos n Andy, Nat Shilkret, and Frankie Masters. The block also notes MAC-labeled shows and campus broadcasts such as Jayhawk Trumpeteers and educational psychology courses.
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