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Newspaper
Lawrence Journal World
Location
Lawrence, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Dec 20, 1941
Page
4
A religious caption citing Psalm 48 14 promises God as guide forever to death and beyond, expressing faith in divine leadership through life end and after. The line emphasizes steadfast guidance from God.
Arguments for and against draft age limits converge as Congress reviews a compromise setting the lower limit at 20 and including an upper bracket. The plan aims to balance immediate needs with potential long war demands and to distribute service across age groups while preserving rear support roles.
The piece notes promotions and investigations following America's brief war experience. General MacArthur is promoted to full general for defending the Philippines while high ranking officers in Hawaii face inquiries. It cautions against blaming only military leaders for Pearl Harbor and suggests others may share responsibility.
Axis powers woo Portugal through threats while Portugal shifts toward Allied cooperation in the Far East. The neutral country fears invasion if allied forces gain footholds in its possessions and eyes closer ties with the Allies in the Atlantic. German Italian fronts face strain on both wings.
The report says armored anti-tank aircraft built to fly at low altitude have helped Russian gains. They carry cannons to destroy tanks, evade fast fighters by staying low, and resist anti-aircraft fire, with their armor providing protection.
The text notes that injuries from rifle and machine gun fire reveal how air power increasingly controls and supports military actions, illustrating the growing dependence on airborne weapons in operations.
A motor car dealer recounts a salesman who drove a 34 000 mile car with its original tires by slowing at corners applying brakes gradually from a distance and starting slowly when lights change. The tale suggests prudent driving can extend tire life and rolling stock.
Secretary Knox said even a 30 minute warning of the first assault might have changed the outcome. He noted the final Japanese wave never dropped bombs as American planes and anti aircraft fire filled the skies while defense was already active.
The United States seized the French liner Normandie as a regular act and compensation will be paid to the owners. The Vichy government has made no protest. It is believed negotiations over Martinique influenced the acceptance by Vichy authorities. Dominated by Germany, the French government avoids quarrelling with the United States to protect its interests.
The Lawrence Journal-World notes that winning a football championship is not required to enjoy one of the best bowls of all the gravy. The piece argues gravy deserves more attention in literature and culture.
A witty quip from Austin Butcher notes that a third of fools believe they can outwit a lawyer, half think they can outdo a doctor, two thirds claim they can outpreach a minister, and all think they can beat the editor running a newspaper.
The article notes the death of Arnaldo Mussolini at 46 from a heart attack. It mentions Kansas veterans bond funding, toy redistribution for Christmas, a neighborhood tree scene, a burglary of a Christmas bulb, Joseph Stalin turning 52, U.S. foreign trade concerns tied to British ships, a Missouri senator’s alcohol inference and Anti-Saloon League reaction, a kindergarten fire alarm with Cracker Jack gifts, a Christmas ice business deal, decorative peacock feather dusters, a cold Massachusetts Street, and Metcalf named pension agent moving to Topeka with schools dismissing for holidays.
Premier Lloyd George notes the nationalization of British shipping as one of the initial steps of the new war ministry. He frames it as a decisive move shaping Britain's wartime economy and strategic control.
In The Story of Andrew Dearborn's will Carol faces a dilemma as five long serving staff and secretary must judge son Andy's leadership at The People's Store. Tensions rise between Andy and Mr Herrick over store control and layoffs hit Mary Todd and others ahead of a possible charity transfer. Carol tries to steer Andy toward the father's service ethic while risking love and the will's hidden terms.
National radio shows including Eddie Cantor on Christmas Eve extend to a full hour for a war fund appeal. Guest stars announced include the Aldrich Family and Fibber McGee and Molly as sponsors push the Red Cross War Relief drive.
John Brand handles Red Cross business in Baldwin while Rev. Frank H. Ebright attends a Kansas Methodist conference meeting in Baldwin and visits his brother Dr. H. K. Ebright. Esther Sharp travels to Kansas City for an Alpha Chi party then to Springfield Illinois for Christmas with her parents. A Baldwin High School Red Cross drive progresses as a second drive begins for war relief. Various local visits and Christmas events extend through Baldwin communities with church, scouting and civic note.
Broadcast grid lists stations KMBC WREN WDA Cavaliers WDAF and others with program names and times from 6 PM to 5:45 AM including Grand Ole Opry White Car and Weather Forecast. Sunday into late night features Wake Up America Columbia Symphony News and Melody Ranch.
Social notes list numerous Kansans visiting relatives and friends from Kansas City to Kaw Valley and Lecompton. Guests included Henry Knake, George Kaegi, the Abel family, and others in Kansas communities. The column closes with a subscription pitch for the Journal-World.
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