22 Dec 1938
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Newspaper
Lawrence Journal World
Location
Lawrence, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Dec 22, 1938
Page
1
Lima dispatch details a Pan American conference fraught by Argentina opposing the majority defense pledge. US, Brazil, Uruguay seek settlement as delegates confer through early morning talks and plan possible nonpartisan action if Argentina holds firm.
New York December 22 F Don ald Coster born Philip Musica said in a note before his suicide that bankers lawyers auditors and other executives bled McKesson and Robbins. He blamed board friction and a rotten wholesale business for the crash and defended his actions while exonerating his brothers and urging fair treatment for his wife and family. The note, released by attorney Samuel Reich, was found with the deceased’s papers.
London reports the government urged Britons to increase the birth rate citing imperial reasons. Malcolm MacDonald, the young dominions secretary, told the House of Commons Britain must curb its falling birth rate as he admitted uncertainty about its effectiveness amid sharp laughter.
Premier Daladier’s plan to reorganize French finances by decree advanced with a slim seven vote margin as the chamber approved the 1939 appropriation bill 291 to 284. He praised a “faithful majority” while facing opposition seeking to strike a 2 percent tax on incomes over 6000 francs.
The charred body of George Heit 76 was found in the embers of his two story farm house seven miles west of Parsons. Officers said a small cabinet and a mattress in the yard suggested he discovered the fire and carried furnishings outside before being trapped on returning inside. Heit a Dennis community pioneer lived with his son Albert who arrived in Parsons at noon.
Fire destroyed the main highway shops of the fifth division of the state highway department last night. Officials estimated the loss at 50000 dollars. Three trucks and a Caterpillar tractor were destroyed in the blaze which started in a boiler room explosion.
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Secretary of State Sumner Welles rejected Berlin’s demand for an official apology after Ickes’ Cleveland remarks attacking dictatorship and German leaders. He warned that German attacks on American officials had provoked strong American outrage and would fuel further public indignation.
Washington reports Speaker Bankhead said President Roosevelt will address Congress in person on January 4 and will likely send the budget a day or two after. White House declines to discuss cabinet changes or detailed legislative plans, while Harrington and Hopkins potential moves are mentioned as possible WPA reorganization topics. The piece also covers Salvation Army charity show plans and Christmas food baskets for needy families in the area, with local groups like the Granada theater, WREN radio, and Lions Club involved.
Frank Brandon of Topeka, a Negro, was convicted of first degree manslaughter in the fatal beating of Russell Kelley, a R. U. student. He will serve from five to 21 years in state prison. His lawyers said they will not appeal to the state supreme court.
Kansas Senator-elect Clyde M. Reed arrives in Washington and says the federal farm act needs amending but the Republican minority cannot push through unless acceptable to Secretary Wallace. He favors quotas by bushels, criticizes Democratic extravagance, and warns on a Roosevelt third term with a blunt remark about defeating the nominee.
More than 2 000 pints of whisky were seized in two automobiles by Johnson county road patrolmen. Harold Baker 33 Cunningham Kansas had 50 cases found in his car and Charles E Rank 35 Wichita had 37 cases. Both men charged with possession and transportation by County Prosecutor W C Jones.
Crowds view festive display as 2 cars per minute pass through gates from 7 to 9 p m. Nativity scene under stadium arch charms visitors with camels shepherds and a glowing cradle. Santa Claus sleigh deer and Santa sign adorn administration home economics buildings and campus trees. Lights stay nightly 7 to 10 p m until after New Year’s.
A federal grand jury indicted Rufus Oliver, special investigator for the local district attorney in Corpus Christi, Texas, and 21 others on mail fraud and conspiracy charges related to a $100,000 race track confidence swindle.
Valley potato growers met to voice opinions on government regulations and marketing agreements. Scott Kelsey will represent Kansas at a Washington meeting to discuss next year’s potato program. Opinions split on quotas. four favored marketing agreements. Decker highlighted consumer buying shifts and California and Virginia competition shaping the market.
Dr. H. L. Snyder, chairman of the state board of regents, said KU faculty will aid in selecting a new chancellor with aims to announce by commencement in June. The search committee has gathered potential candidates and will interview them as names are prepared for release.
Dr. Marvin Hall a Topeka physician and surgeon died after months of illness. A KU alumnus and former athletic board member elected January 20 1937 he served in the army medical corps after earning his MD in 1917. He is survived by wife Helen Christopher Hall two daughters Lois and Mary Helen a son George Christopher Hall and four sisters. Funeral services are set for tomorrow in Topeka.
Berlin reports the regime named Walther Funk economics chief to direct a new central office for increasing production as Germany faces a growing foreign exchange squeeze. Officials seek reduced imports, substitute materials, and automation, amid November imports exceeding exports by 69 million marks, with a ten hour day rumored for workers.
Foreign health authorities report Shanghai district facing epidemic smallpox levels, with some calling it the worst health emergency since 1874 in the city.
The average of 60 stocks rose to 51.2 after a session that closed mixed with yesterday’s reading at 50.9. Investors watched broader market moves as several large caps contributed to the uptick.
Barrow Alaska faces a Christmas puzzle as residents doubt whether packages received by boat were for this year or last. A three day festival includes a school program, a church service led by Rev F G Klerekoper, and a muk tuk feast at the church. Gifts span sinew boots parka covers and spears while reindeer transfer between natives.
The Sons and Daughters of New England held their 42nd annual reunion banquet at the Colonial with remarks by Philip King of Washburn College on The Ism of New England. Ninety-eight members and 17 guests attended from six states. funds were allocated to buy books for the city library. New officers were elected led by Byron F. Cooke as president and a committee to revise by laws.
Early winter weather arrived breaking the season’s start with light rain and sleet. Weather observer Prof. J Posey logged .08 inch of precipitation by noon as overcast skies shorten daylight to 9 hours and 26 minutes with sunrise at 7 36 and sunset at 5 02.
Fifty seven Missouri counties were eligible and 46 voted in the referendum with 961 to 361 against marketing quotas for burley tobacco. The state conservation committee announced the results last night.
The Kansas outlook calls for cloudy skies then generally fair weather with rain in extreme east tonight. Temperatures fall with a cooler Friday and morning clearing in Garden City. Coffeyville, Emporia, Ottawa, and Manhattan see rain and slick or damp roads. Rain totals to noon 0.08 inch.
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