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Newspaper
Lawrence Journal World
Location
Lawrence, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Dec 23, 1941
Page
4
The text cites Matthew 3 11 describing John the Baptist stating that one coming after him will baptize with the Holy Ghost and fire. It contrasts water baptism for repentance with the baptism of power by the Messiah.
The article notes Hitler's direct assumption of command as a surprising move with divided opinions. Some view it as a last desperate effort to restore Nazi gains, others as a potential shift to new winter campaigns. It warns the Russian front continues to bleed German forces, suggesting Germany may be strained to wage war elsewhere, and that Hitler cannot remain passive.
The article argues the battle for the Philippines may decide America’s war prospects against Japan. It notes garrisons have been strengthened with arms and planes, but reinforcements likely remain short of what is needed for the long fight. General MacArthur is trusted to maximize his troops’ effectiveness. Early reports suggest defenders are holding their own, offering cheer amid grim fighting.
Mail handlers and carriers wrap up their annual Christmas mail push, completing a grueling cycle described as nearly mountain-moving in effort and persistence. The close of the rush signals quieter days ahead for the postal front.
Reported troop withdrawals in Norway boost Norwegian hope and courage as Nazi thinning is noted. Quisling's position may weaken as German forces pull back and morale improves among Norwegians.
The Supreme Court held that an employer has a right to discuss labor problems and policies, including unionization of his plant, without coercion. The decision rejects the National Labor Relations Board theory that employer speech equals coercion, emphasizing the statute protects workers, not punishes employers.
Amid enemy submarines near the Pacific coast, western shipyards face disruptions from labor leadership conflicts. The piece argues such wage-related strikes do not drive the issues. instead rival union leaders profit, risking defense needs and wartime effort. The author urges these fights not to govern war or peace.
The Cof feyville Journal asks how much gasoline burned in Japanese bombs, scrap metal for guns and explosives, and other war materials originated in the United States. It notes concerns over Pacific defense policy and warns Kansas highway building will be strategic and tied to military production, with business as usual halted for the duration.
The piece argues that Churchill and Roosevelt's Washington conference aims to unite Allied strategy from Europe to the Pacific. It notes dangers to Singapore and the Philippines, possibility of Soviet entry against Japan, and critiques Hitler’s stance as he lures Japan into war while planning a Russian retreat.
The moratorium ratification became official as President Hoover signed the congressional approval. Japanese action against Chinchow appears quelled with reports that most troops returned to the South Manchuria railway zone after three days of operations against bandits.
A twentieth century flashback notes the Wilson note dominating British headlines overshadowing battlefront dispatches. Villa reportedly moves north after capturing Torreon. The switchmen win an eight hour day with pro rata overtime from the Federal Arbitration board. Douglas county rural schools claim a banner year. C R Hawley cites school improvements. Grant township farmers warn against Sunday hunting.
Farmers issue notices forbidding hunting on their lands without written permission. Placards warn trespassers and farm owners fear trouble and risk from hunters. County Attorney J. S. Amick and Solon Emery are the first motorists to cross the new Kaw river bridge today.
A brief note recalls a traveling show that left Lawrence last week, leaving a banner before a storeroom and an outline of town events. Dr. E. M. Owen, osteopath, plans to settle in Lawrence, with many friends in Olathe wishing him success. The weather remains mild like spring and farmers may soon resume fieldwork. Col W S Metcalf returned from Kansas City after visiting General MacArthur.
Mrs. Noah Gimblet Jr. returned from Camp Robinson Arkansas to Baldwin area. A home wedding united Mrs. Mayme Price and Ralph McNees at Rev. S F Beiderwell's West Baldwin home. Various local residents plan holiday travels and visits with family and friends including Baker College ties and engagements of Baker alumni. Major Foltz will visit for Christmas. others travel from Ames Lawrence and Ott awa. Kilbuck injured in a highway collision. Brockway's daughter enjoys position in Boston. funeral for Nat Price in Louisburg. several locals shopping Lawrence and San Antonio trips noted.
Larry K. Tasaka 30 American born Japanese and former Army medical department member was found stabbed to death on a sidewalk in Los Angeles. Detectives said two Filipinos seen with Tasaka shortly before his death are being sought.
Carol Fairfield grapples with her employer model Andrew Dearborn’s will and a vitally mismanaged store. Under Mr Herrick’s money first rule, customers suffer while Carol secretly funds justified returns. She confronts Miss Fanny’s layoff and balances duty, love for Andy, and the store’s name.
Douglas Aircraft Company reports Pearl Harbor inspired its 36 000 employees to speed bomber and other aircraft production. The company cites a 25 percent rise in output as a direct result of the Pearl Harbor attack.
Wichita banker Henry Bane Earnest aged 58 head of the oil and gas department at the Federal Land Bank died last night. He came here from Tulsa five years ago.
A dense list of radio programs across WREN KMBC WDAF and other stations for Tuesday night and into Wednesday, detailing hosts, shows, and times such as Ted West, Jack Armstrong, Tom Mix, Little Orphan Annie, Glenn Miller orchestras, Fibber McGee, Bob Hope, Amos and Andy, and Weather forecasts with multiple networks. The entries cover a wide range of entertainment, news, sports, and musical programs across stations in a single listings page.
Roe Myrtle Hawk of 826 New Hampshire Street is notified that two poems titled Democracy and Not Lost were selected for publication in Hear Us America a national poetry anthology to be published by Crown Publications in New York A $100 prize will be awarded for the best poems in the anthology The author has other published works including Make Believe Oh You Cool Gray Rock Change of Seasons and Worth While Poetry.
Edwin Truswold a 26 year old Minneapolis draftee claims in a censored letter to his brother that he fired on the second Japanese plane during the Pearl Harbor attack triggering the war. He says guards mistook the first plane for a practice flight. The account emphasizes his role in alerting others to the attack.
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