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Newspaper
Lawrence Journal World
Location
Lawrence, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Dec 31, 1940
Page
2
Washington reports a survey of Japan's finances shows rising difficulty in securing raw materials and supplies abroad. Japanese purchasing in the United States is restricted to about 200 million dollars annually, dependent on exports of Japanese goods and gold production.
Rome December 31 Renato Ricci the minister of guilds assumed virtual dictatorship over Italy's industry with absolute power over raw materials. A recent law gave Giuseppe Tassinari the agriculture portfolio dictating food production distribution and trade for civilians and the armed forces amid wartime needs.
Salvation Army hall will host special services tonight to observe the New Year. Social time with refreshments runs from 8 to 10 pm, followed by religious services at 11 led by Major FP Edwards and Adjutant Petrie of Kansas City. Public invited.
A historical discussion asks about universal taxes based on ability to pay and whether taxing stocks like tangible property is just. It cites a widow's 1987 AT&T shares case, showing taxes exceeding income, and notes 1940 price levels and current rates producing large burdens on stock holders.
Advertisement notes limited time dental service specials with contact person W. Russ near Crown location. Also promotes Lawrence Business College with term opening in January.
Dr George A Esterly watched Kansas fall 53 in Madison Square Garden amid fog and stage fright Bobby Allen was sidelined by flu Engleman starred for Fordham as Kansas lacked zip and ginger 17 500 crowd witnessed the game with New York visitors among the former Lawrence residents at ringside
Howard C. Hopson founder of the Associated Gas and Electric system was found guilty of mail fraud connected to about 20 million in assets. Co defendants Travia and Brownback were acquitted. Judge Coxe set January 9 for sentencing. Hopson faces up to 85 years jail and a 17000 dollar fine.
Mrs. Franklin D Roosevelt told reporters she hopes 1941 brings courage to face daily challenges and steps to make the world safer and just for all. She called Wheeler's peace proposal good in theory but questioned assurances from Hitler's opponents and noted possible assurances.
The council set hourly wage groups at 40 and 42 cents, extended paid vacation for hourly workers, and authorized $50.23 for radio parts. It also received notice of $150 January Armory rent. The meeting concluded after approving $3,414.69 in claims and scheduling a January 13 session.
A Hawaiian character bracelet lost near Jayhawker Theater was found and returned to its owner by Journal-World readers. The notice notes daily recoveries through the classified ads and urges readers to call the paper at 22 with lost items.
Washington reports an imminent monetary and banking step, expected to tighten lending to curb inflation from defense spending. Marriner Eccles and Treasury Secretary Morgenthau confirmed plans without specifics, but suggestions point to higher reserve requirements reducing idle cash by about 1 billion dollars.
An explosion at the Consumers Co-Operative plant in Kansas City ripped the top from a 12,000 gallon oil tank today. Engineer Henry Harris, 40, was severely burned and thrown 20 feet but other tanks containing lighter oil did not ignite.
D Johnson a general delivery man returns to duties at the post office after recovering from an eye ailment. He had been off work since Christmas.
Senator Wheeler argues against fear of European conquest and warns that aiding Britain could drag the U S into war. He outlines a peace framework and urges restraint while criticizing interventionist policy and convoying ships. The draft plan to lease lend to allies is discussed with Mor genthau and Purvis in London talks.
Senator Wheeler of Montana reported more than 1000 telegrams about his speech urging a U S peace move, with 93 percent favorable. He said the response was the largest in his 17 year Senate career. Messages included praise from Harry Woodring and Col Charles Lindbergh lauding the address.
Chungking reports Vice Premier H. H. Kung promises nearer victory in 1941 amid the war with Japan. Tokyo cites Premier Konoye urging full preparation to meet possible international pressure in the new year.
Ralph C. Miner, 44 Winona Street, is recovering satisfactorily from an illness at the veterans' hospital in Wadsworth. Friends visiting Saturday report he is gaining weight and expects to return to Lawrence in about a week or ten days.
Gene Glahn of 2200 Vermont is listed as not so good after a Thursday admission for treatment at the Veterans Hospital in Wadsworth. Mrs. Glahn remains with him.
Howard Creel Jr and Henrietta Scherer escaped serious injury when their car left Highway 59 south of Dutton bridge and overturned. The vehicle sustained heavy damage.
Senator Lee accuses an oil merchant identified as Davis of funding a supposed No Foreign War committee to push a German peace offer. Marshalls says Davis offered aid. department says no feasible proposal. Lee cites 1938 attempts to promote German air force sales and accuses Nazi infiltration aims to sabotage U S defense.
New York oil executive William Rhodes Davis said in a formal statement that he will make public information he has provided to government officials when the present administration determines it serves the nation's interests. He did not directly mention the German peace plan and described his actions as a loyal American informing officials of his activities abroad.
The statement emphasizes that officials at Washington bear responsibility for safeguarding national security. It positions the capital as central to maintaining safety and monitoring threats.
Charles D. Raber 70 of Kansas City Mo died at home on Central street. Funeral services set for Thursday at 11 30 a m at Quirk and Tobin chapel with burial in Lawrence. He was a window decorator for the Innes store and is survived by his wife Alice Evans and a son Leslie Raber.
Howard Bayles age 76 father of C G Bayles of Lawrence died this morning at his home in Garrison Kansas. Funeral arrangements have not been completed.
J O Whitsitt died yesterday morning in Corpus Christi Texas where he resided. A former Lawrence resident he leaves two daughters Mrs Kieffer and Mrs Don Farley of Corpus Christi and two sons R E F Whitsitt of McAller Texas and L W Whitsitt of Houston Texas. He is also survived by a sister Mrs Charles Miller of Kellerton Iowa and a brother Ira Whitsitt of Homewood Kansas. Funeral services will be at Lamb funeral home Ottawa Thursday at 10:30 AM with burial in Highland Cemetery Ottawa.
A Lawrence yarn tells of a married man who bought a $10 pipe for $2.50 and faced a chain of misstatements via neighbors about the bargain. The Chamber reports $3,820 in scrip books issued to Lawrence soldiers. Postmaster Roger Williams returns to work after a major operation and plans regular hours starting Thursday.
The fastest way to locate a new home or a room to rent is by following the options shown on the classifieds page.
Louise Miller was denied executive clemency by Governor Ratner today after a guilty plea to six counts of burglary and larceny in the district court here in July 1938. She faces a prison term of 5 to 10 years.
We thank friends and neighbors for sympathy and for the beautiful flowers sent to our husband and father. Mrs. John T. Hughey Mr. and Mrs. Orville Hughey. Lawrence College term opens January 6 Ady.
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