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Newspaper
Lawrence Journal World
Location
Lawrence, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Dec 23, 1937
Page
4
A brief religious reflection cites first John 2 5 urging believers to trust in the promise of eternal life. The text emphasizes faith and assurance in Christ as a guiding spiritual message.
A special session reveals a cooling in relations between Congress and the White House. President Roosevelt’s powers face scrutiny as Congress withholds automatic approval, signaling a shift away from the old New Deal dynamic. The article notes Congress’s reluctance to be merely a rubber stamp and its demand for justification before granting further powers.
The piece argues the Kellogg pact has not prevented wars as signers ignore its ban on war as national policy. It notes that while the pact aimed to outlaw war, armed conflict continues and the dream of enduring peace remains, though the task is harder than anticipated.
The passage critiques repeated cautions that any new deaf panacea cannot last, noting widespread blame shifting and unstable claims amid shifting policy expectations. It reflects skepticism toward durable benefits and the fragility of early optimism.
The piece argues that spending financed by borrowed money has grown unchecked under Roosevelt. It claims the President once pushed balance and now deflects responsibility to Congress as budget reform remains distant. It concludes both are responsible, denying any one party can claim sole fault.
Alfred M. Landon and Senator Capper clash over a proposed referendum before a declaration of war. Landon argues the idea harms American interests and authority at a critical time and would weaken representative government by easing heads of government of responsibility. Many share this view.
Skepticism about the old ghost vote persists as Kansas City adopts perma nent registration lists. Officials doubt complete elimination is immediate but expect a reduction over time with the new system as the ghost vote lingers on a while longer.
A festive scene shows Santa packing gifts for a family, listing toys and items while children dream of Christmas Eve. The text shifts to a medical report outlining newborn care, obstetric procedures, infection control, and nursing training goals.
A 150 pound dog in a Philadelphia restaurant sat blocking traffic until a waiter used a hot dog on a string to lure it outside. The dog followed the scent to the street as diners watched the unusual scene.
The article notes Japanese anxiety over a purge of communistic agitators discovered plotting as attention remains on events in China. It also mentions Russia's involvement in a major domestic occupation, with the Journal-World classified page engaging readers and yielding results.
An American Hospital Association committee and obstetricians advise on distinguishing good from poor hospitals. The American Medical Association and American College of Surgeons inspect and certify facilities. Standards include a prepared obstetrics department, isolation facilities, qualified staff, and adequate labs and treatments under supervision.
Panama Okla Dec 23 62-year old Walter P Stanley of Evansville Ind claims to be the United States youngest great grandfather. T J Barlow counters he has held the title since age 56.
The West Allis common council plans a remedy for the working wife problem. City Clerk Fred Santander says six bachelors among 200 city employees will be warned they could lose their jobs if their brides are employed and refuse to quit.
The Sunflower 4-H club held its Christmas party Friday December 17 with 35 members and guests. Jimmy Plummer hosted as Elizabeth Wiggins and Mrs Plummer served refreshments. The group planned to meet again Christmas Eve to go caroling and welcome potential new members.
Classifieds page invites thousands of readers to place ads for items to buy or sell with contact phone 22 for an Ad-Taker. Adv.
A community dinner marked Forefathers Day with Rev. John F. Watts presiding and E. R. Learned elected president. The Lawrence high school chorus staged its sixth annual Christmas concert to a large crowd with soloists Clayton Lott Billy Poe Bruce Dunn Lorna Jean McElhinney Esther Leigh and others, plus Beatrice Belkin as soloist at a New York concert. Various society notices follow including visitors, new businesses at Elm Street and Massachusetts Street, wedding announcements and holiday gatherings across Lawrence with local families and schools featured.
Nelda, a beautiful, courageous girl, works on a lettuce farm to pursue her dreams while facing an arranged engagement with Reck Beck and the controlling influence of his mother. Claire and Jewel warn Nelda that Beck’s intentions may be mixed as Nelda navigates romance, class, and loyalty amid party tensions.
Nelda battles chores and social strain as Bill Langdon helps with kitchen tasks after a chance visit. An awkward insult about her college crowd triggers his anger and a dramatic exit, leaving Nelda torn between pride and growing affection while preparing for city guests.
The piece critiques a wages and hours bill granting a single executive power to set national labor terms and argues it lacks uniformity. It notes a minor auto collision involving the author and reflects on how Washington press framed local traffic issues. It also mentions regional maritime concerns labeled The Right of the Sea.
A fragment from a Poor Par regional page quotes Flien boasting she always tells the truth, yet neighbors recall her lax honesty and potential trouble. The garbled lines suggest a broader gossip column or humorous aside about honesty and its consequences.
The speaker notes maritime rules and a collision at an unmarked intersection. He cites three students in the other car and a predicted farm and tax bill outcome. He laments failure to repeal capital gains and undistributed profits taxes and warns of recession, labor strife, and chaos without swift action.
Topeka officials warned that the state tax commission will impose a 25 percent penalty on checks deemed worthless when used as sales tax remittances from merchants. Chairman W. G. Fink cited many uncollectible checks and said merchants failing to pay within 10 days could have their retailer certificates revoked.
The county commission approves six banks as official depositories for county funds in 1938. Lawrence National, Peoples State and First National in Lawrence. Baldwin State Bank, State Bank of Lecompton and Easy Valley State Bank of Eudora named as depositories.
Ottawa entertained more than 200 children Tuesday night in Memorial auditorium. Santa Claus handed out candy nuts fruit and a toy to each child. The program included games and moving pictures for the youngsters.
A new scarlet fever case is reported to the city health department. Mildred Temple, 12, of 418 Mississippi Street is the patient.
Henry H. Reaser and Tenie Stuart of Topeka were married yesterday at the courthouse by Probate Judge L. H. Menger.
A yearly mail subscription to the Journal-World offered as a Christmas gift. Rates are 2.50 within 150 miles and 3.00 for destinations beyond 150 miles. Orders and phone contact provided.
A fragmented list of radio program times and stations KMBC WDAF WREN WDAB WDAF-Festive concerts opera and news shows across evening and midnight hours. Programs include Arden's Orchestra Baritone solos sports reports and holiday specials featuring Nat Shilkret's Orchestra March of Time and Amos n Andy.
A nostalgic poem reflects Old Christmas Time as days grow short. It links Sunday school pageants with gifts and wishes for girls, boys, and children like Martha and Sis. The piece ends with a Nativity religious note about the Christ child and universal freedom through sacrifice.
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