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Newspaper
Lawrence Journal World
Location
Lawrence, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Dec 16, 1944
Page
4
A patriotic reflection extols democracy and citizen duty, praising sacrifice of forebears and urging support for constitutional government. It cites scripture from Proverbs and extols unity, resilience, and the need to defend the United States from all enemies.
After a hearing on the cigarette situation senators suggested cigarets would stay scarce for the war duration. Critics say the conclusion may be used to boost war production and push public effort toward finishing the conflict.
Churchill in Parliament signaled acceptance of the Russian Polish settlement to prevent breaking the Allies. Poland’s government in exile is effectively sidelined as Moscow-backed Polish authorities govern on Polish soil. Britain and Russia appear aligned on Poland, with Britain seeking American support while wary of eroding the Atlantic Charter. Washington’s stance on spheres of influence remains unsettled amid postwar talks. Tokyo notes an American naval presence in the Sulu Sea, implying forthcoming news.
The appointment in Galt Missouri was blocked as Senator Truman withheld approval. The Democratic county chairman’s approval became a gatekeeping rule, reversing nonpartisan civil service progress and placing appointments under political spoils. Residents petitioned for the candidate who led in qualifications.
In a controversial outburst H G Wells accuses Winston Churchill of losing his symbol of British resolve to fight to victory. The piece notes Wells and others in England fault Greece policy and discusses political shifts as critics seek a successor. The Seventh Army enters Germany amid broader Allied advances and a Senate delay on state department nominees is noted.
The letter to the Journal World criticizes Chamber of Commerce inaction on home front planning and postwar business adjustment. It urges immediate planning by small businesses to create jobs, reduce street congestion, and improve community value, asking fellow citizens what causes the delay.
The article argues British Prime Minister Churchill appears to back a Polish government acceptable to Russia, seeking favorable ties as Moscow grows dominant in Europe. It notes the Polish exile leadership in London clings to claims, while Moscow’s position solidifies, potentially reshaping eastern Europe alignment. The piece ends with an unrelated geographic note about the eel’s spawning ground south of Bermuda.
T Hough superintendent of the Lawrence water department for eight years has resigned and will join the KE P engineering department. The item notes a series of social and local notices including visitors, births, trips, and dances involving residents such as Prof and Mrs William Savage Johnson, Miss E Helen Pendleton, Miss Laura Pendleton, Mrs Waldo Bowman, Mr and Mrs A A Gabriel, Mr and Mrs F J Boyles, Mrs Harriet Maddus, D A Miller, and others, with various weekend plans and gatherings.
Twenty five years ago taxtive home tomorrow. The Lawrence National Guard theme mingled. Mrs. J. R. Holmes and family plus Mrs. Max F. Wilhelmi entertained children yesterday afternoon for a birthday. Miss Isabel Gibb hosted luncheon for Miss Sophie Smithmeyer whose marriage is set. High school girls planned a grub at Miss Lorena Mack home tonight. Nan Goff arrived from Crilson. Caroline and H. E. Anderson at holiday homes.
Fragmented local column notes Mrs Sara T D Robinson donated a Carnegie library A scarlet fever epidemic closes several nearby schools Marriage invitations issued by F W Barteldesis for their daughter Ema Imesa to Dr Delano Irvin Magaturday at Plymouth Congregational Church in Lawrence Community events include dinners parties and social gatherings with various local residents and groups credited in scattered phrases
The University High senior class stages Moss Hart and George Kaufman's George Washington Slept Here on Wednesday December 20 at 8 in Fraser theater. The farce follows Newton Fuller who buys a 200 year old house with a chaotic staff and neighbors, piling up repairs and mortgage woes before a final restoration and a lively cast including Hen Fuller Annabella, Steve Eldridge, Katie the maid, and Uncle Stanley. Mrs Everett Brown directs with senior management credits to Bill Porter as business manager and a team handling electrical sound and scenic effects.
Michal and her infant son Dan shelter in a courtyard as Roman soldiers arrive to kill Hebrew male children under two. Michal points to an acacia tree and recalls the habit of planting it for a daughter. In a flashback Joel tends his flock, endures a storm, and returns to find Michal gravely ill awaiting Flavia the Roman mistress.
An OWI report compares the average Japanese soldier with the American Doughboy. It notes the Yank excels in endurance and readiness, while the Japanese recruit is mischaracterized by brutality. The study cites two years of schooling, early military training from age eight, and unquestioned courage as notable traits.
Representative Rees of Minnesota denounced proposals to raise congressional and official salaries during wartime. He warned against boosts such as a potential $100,000 annual President's pay, arguing it is untimely while civilian wartime wages are limited.
Radio schedule outlines stations KMBC WDAF WREN WDAP and others for Saturday night into Sunday morning with programs including The World Today Moments Musicale Mystery dramas. Featured acts include Brush Creek Follies Grand Ole Opry and Bobby Sherwood Orchestra with a range from news to music and entertainment.
A scrambled list of radio and TV program times, channels, and shows dated mid December. Entries include WDAF WREN KMBC and ABC network listings such as News, musical programs, dramas, variety shows, and special broadcasts with scattered host names and times.
CBS coverage dominates ratings with six firsts, nine thirds and two seconds as KMBC plans festive programming. Orson Welles, Barrymore and Handel works are featured with a dramatized Van Dyke story and the Messiah choir set for Christmas week.
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