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Newspaper
Lawrence Journal World
Location
Lawrence, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Dec 19, 1941
Page
4
A historical newspaper item presents Psalm 88:7 with the line In the day of my trouble I will call upon thee for thou wilt answer me. The short piece emphasizes literary or devotional text amid page context. It notes the verse as a religious quotation rather than a current event or report.
The report notes Soviet relocation of vital defense machinery deep into the interior to sustain a counterattack. It argues the United States should relocate coastal plants now to avoid disruption by enemy attacks, asserting war requires prompt correction of flawed original development to preserve production capacity.
Paul V. McNutt warns defense plans threaten small businesses and the American way of life. He calls for uninterrupted production and payrolls in Lawrence and Douglas County to sustain war effort, boost taxes, and fund defense bonds.
Soviet sources report axis retreat as Bulgarian, Italian, and German units clashed. Rumanians and Italians allegedly attacked Germans, a Russian front tactic that aided pursuit. The piece cautions that those drawn into the Russian campaign faced betrayal and a looming, long European struggle to restore stable existence after the war.
The latest reports show German gains in Russia and Libya reversing, while Japan presses in Malaya threatening Singapore. The Pacific war remains unsettled with U S involvement and a developing blockade near Japan, as Allied defenses in Manila hold firm against Luzon incursions.
The piece surveys the daring acts of young but untried American air force pilots who faced veteran Axis fliers. It highlights their courage and the effectiveness of the training programs that prepared them for total war, signaling a narrative Americans can take pride in.
The article links Timor to the global struggle for Pacific control and recalls the Mutiny on the Bounty narrative. It notes Bligh and 18 crew members escaped in 1787 to Timor, and now Bligh’s countrymen join East Indies defense against a Japanese invasion.
The battle reports show Hongkong under Japanese attack with half the island captured, signaling a possible shift in Allied defense. Analysts warn that losing Hong Kong would threaten the Philippines and Manila, pressuring the region as Singapore's defense grows riskier. A cautious view urges awaiting reinforcements before conceding defeat.
County welfare office urges donors to clear plans through the welfare office to avoid duplicate aid. Call 975 for a list of needy families and notify the office of gift plans. Welfare director Mildred D. Watson emphasizes many families on the rolls receive Christmas help.
Official Chinese dispatches report Japanese forces abandoned five districts in Shansi province to bolster the Pacific fronts. The retreat marks a strategic concession after three years of control in North China as New Fronts open.
The senate agriculture committee approved a measure to let the farm board supply 40 million bushels of surplus wheat for the unemployed. Action will be pressed in the senate Monday. Rep. H A Jetmore proposes five Douglas county reps meet with the state tax commission to discuss reassessment and real estate value equalization for next spring’s assessment. D L Burton Willard Morgan Ed Arnold I C Stevenson and F C Whipple of Lawrence named. Needy Lawrence families are being cared for with 121 adopted so far, many by helpers through the year or Christmas. East west and southern railroads move to cut wages by 15 percent.
Premier Lloyd George said peace in Europe hinges on agreed terms and allied unity. Briand announced France and Russia back a concerted reply to central powers. The town notes the death of Mr T H Chalkley in Kansas City and a Kansas Anti-Saloon League branch organized here amid national defense committee activity.
Pawhuska Oklahoma December 19 Brig Gen Clarence L Tinker is appointed commander of the army air forces in Hawaii He is the Osage born son of Ed Tinker publisher of Pawhuska s Wakshashe News He learned Osage language from his father and remembers boarding school days with fluency in Osage language
Military and naval committees push funding for navy growth and national guard expansion while Major General Hugh L. Scott renews calls to abandon volunteer forces in favor of universal training. Wheat prices rise after the British premier speech with May wheat at 1.71 dollars.
The day turned milder with sun breaking through as shoppers bustle for Christmas. A skating rink on the bridge is under discussion and a court house site battle looms with giants on both sides. A minor fire at 720 Ohio Street caused slight damage, soot in the chimney cleared without fire department aid. Frozen pipes bring plumbers to many homes.
Hugh P Hartley and son Phil travel to Baldwin with Mrs F M Hartley returning home after a holiday stay. Mrs John Bovard of Kansas City joins Baldwin family for Christmas. Local clubs host events including a Reading club animal Christmas dinner and a Baker Faculty club party with a drama and carol program. Notable guests include Miss Charlotte Curran and Dr Nelson P Horn with regional talks.
Andrew Dearborn's will sets five long serving employees and his secretary Carol as judges of whether son Andy runs the store under the policy of service to the people. If Andy fails by the inventory date after his death the store will be sold for charity. Carol struggles with treacherous manager Herrick while loving Andy whom she has known since girlhood. Andy returns with Linda Julian and befriends newsboy Nicky.
Andy and Carol search for Mr. Dearborn's will in the vault and papers at the store. Linda's intrusion and Herrick's sales-focused plan threaten the future as Andy prepares to take control while Carol doubts the outcome.
Mrs Whitman and Walter visit Mrs John Banks as Walter departs for navy training in California. Pupils prepare a December 23 Christmas program. Postmaster Williams and family visit Fort Riley with nephew George Jr in the army. Numerous locals attend dinners, meetings, and church events. weddings and a civic charivari conclude the week.
Radio schedule lists WREN KMBC WDAF and others with programs from 6:30 PM to 12:55 AM including news shows, orchestras, talk features, Western Echoes and musical performances. Notable entries include Ted West Jack Armstrong Frank Parker Kate Smith Ginny Simms Henry Busse and Professor tax instruction.
Beloved Belleview residents Elmer Allen dies after a weeklong illness following a heart attack at home in North Topeka. The community also notes gatherings, a Grange chili supper, and ongoing women’s club activities with officers reelected and charity contributions recorded.
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