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Newspaper
Lawrence Journal World
Location
Lawrence, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Dec 30, 1940
Page
4
An OCR fragment presents Ezekiel 34 28 about safety for people and protection from fear. The passage emphasizes that they shall dwell securely and be free from enemies and predation. It reflects a prophetic assurance of deliverance and safety for a community.
The article notes an unusually high holiday accident toll, with alcohol a major factor. It urges peace officers and the public to cooperate to improve highway safety as the new year begins, aiming for a safer 1941.
A congressional committee's report accuses the National Labor Relations Board of leftist bias and of creating its own rules that eclipse Congress. It warns about internal subversion, delays to defense programs, and calls for decisive congressional action to reform labor laws for a more workable system.
The article notes estimates of one million dead and wounded and twice that number as prisoners of war in 1940. It states the conflict shows no decisive result and warns 1941 may bring even higher human losses if the war continues.
An observer notes that the motion picture Santa Fe mirrors the false historical tone of The Dark Command, suggesting Southern audiences cling to Civil War prejudices. The piece reflects on how such films tie to local premiere histories in Lawrence.
The piece argues that producers alter historical events to suit Southern tastes, creating apocryphal versions to avoid backlash while avoiding harm to northern box office. It notes northern audiences tolerate such distortions if profits remain strong.
The article argues the German troop shift toward the Balkans is real rather than bluff, citing authentic evidence of full equipment being transferred across Hungary for Southeast Europe. It suggests Hitler will seize gains without fighting if bluff fails, noting Germany keeps substitutes ready.
The passage notes that despite talks and measures to align the nation and Congress, many foreign and domestic issues will prompt blunt debate in the next session. It argues unity in defense and other areas requires clear thinking and decisive congressional action.
The treasury's half year finance report notes the national government spends about twice its revenue. The striking point is the lack of major efforts by the government to alter this situation.
The Kansas City Star argues there is no justification for continuing full WPA expenditures for the next two years. A Washington school of thought contends that any expenditure serves as its own justification.
A Princeton alumnus and his companion waited 40 minutes for a New York train after a game. They hired a newsboy for refreshments, kept the bundle as security, and the woman conducted a car to car sale of the papers, realizing a clear profit of 2.40. She attends Sarah Lawrence and will make a good wife.
The piece weighs Hitler’s worry over French reaction to Roosevelt’s aid pledge to Britain. It notes Marshal Petain’s stubborn independence, the risk of French colonies siding with Britain, and de Gaulle’s call for all French to aid the Ango Allied cause. It argues Petain’s resistance weakens Hitler, while continental France remains under occupation.
Charles Nuffer of 124 West Thirteenth Street was robbed by two African American suspects who forced him to drive to Topeka where he was left in near freezing weather. Nuffer manages Rowland's book store. Miss Leah Kircher of Kansas City was named superintendent of Lawrence Memorial Hospital succeeding Abbie Stevens. Mickey McGuire performed three times at Dickinson theater after a morning parade on Massachusetts Street. The nine year old actor befriended Everett McPheeters in Lawrence. A dancing party at the Hoover home celebrated Miss Maxine Reese of Commerce Oklahoma. Mrs. Howard McConnell hosted a luncheon for friends of Mrs. A. A. Weber with attendees from New York City to Tallahassee and Lawrence. The Sankees returned from Neodesha visiting Mrs. J. R. Eson during the holidays.
Twenty five years ago twelve university students led by Prof R L Grider went to Lansing to map a prison mine. Prisoners mutinied over food and conditions and imprisoned the students. They were released and allowed to surface after officials agreed to the prisoners demands.
Forty years ago a marriage license was today issued to Charles R. Cox and Miss Effie Maude Gordon, both of Law.
Mr. and Mrs. Deel and daughter Helen visited Topeka with friends. Funeral services were held for Mrs. Earle Brown of Topeka, who died in Hempstead New York after six months illness. Various local families hosted Christmas and holiday celebrations in Baldwin with extended kin from Lawrence Olathe Pleasant Grove and Manhattan.
In a holiday rush, Valerie quarrels with Jerry and his parents over a modest Front Street house and a $25 weekly salary. Jerry vows independence while Valerie rebels against the new life as the family pressure tests their engagement and future. Paul Connelly and Mary observe the tension amid the cramped cottage setting.
Range Line community items recount last week and this week events. Play productions at war camp near Ottawa, Christmas gatherings at Finch Shuler Watts families, school programs, and New Year plans plus travel and illness notes across Ottawa Centropolis Overbrook and Topeka.
A dense list of radio programs for Monday and Tuesday evenings shows a busy station lineup with KMBC WDAF and WREN highlighted. The passage closes with a domestic scene of a woman named Mrs. Warner reacting angrily to a family confrontation about marriage and a surprise plan.
Prospect Mr and Mrs Charles Speicher visited Bertha and Lorenz Speicher on Christmas afternoon. Dozens of households welcomed relatives and friends for meals and greetings including Vanderventers, Werts, Barrows, Melville, Wrights, Parsons, Schelbar, Roche, Jacobson, Weeks, Rohe, Waugh, Hagerman, Gabriel, Kretsinger, Hoskinson, and others in Lawrence Vinland and De Soto. The Lost and Found column notes quick returns for many items, with phone help at 22.
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