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Newspaper
Lawrence Journal World
Location
Lawrence, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Feb 01, 1940
Page
4
A religious quotation from John 12 26 emphasizes serving Christ and following him. It notes that where Jesus is his servant will be, and the Father will honor the one who serves. The verse underscores devotion and divine reward.
At a Chamber of Commerce meeting the speaker argued that citizens resist government economy because groups push for spending in their own interests. He warned that farm appropriations faced deep cuts by a House committee, sparking protests as blocs push for Senate resistance. The debate centers on whether broad spending reductions are possible without triggering further debt limits.
A Polish government in exile in Paris publishes a white paper claiming 18 000 Poles were executed since German occupation began. The German deputy governor counters that figure as exaggerated and cites the need for harsh measures to defend Germany on the western front. The Vatican had voiced similar concerns about Polish priests.
The Topeka Capital notes the death of E. E. Kelley longtime writer of Grass Roots his editorial page feature. His loss will be mourned by newspaper staff across the state and by thousands of readers. He had recently become editor of the Toronto seed.
The item recalls a Republican journalist famed for quotable writings and a teaching stint in 1918 at a university journalism program. He edited papers in small towns and a state capital, delivering keen observations in simple English. He enjoyed classroom return and shared a steady voice across audiences.
Chamberlain regrets the inconvenience and loss suffered by neutrals from British wartime actions but argues the measures are unavoidable to enforce belligerent rights. He asserts Britain has not sunk a neutral ship or killed a neutral, stressing careful conduct compared with Nazi aggression.
The article notes Finnish forces have repelled early Russian incursions but warns miracles cannot last. At Salla two Russian divisions suffer, yet more troops are ready to flood in. Finns fear overwhelming numbers and await aid to arrive before defeat becomes inevitable.
Weather shows a tentative thaw with surface melt but nightly freezes prevent full relief. Slushy streets persist as the real thaw remains uncertain, and temperatures linger around freezing with mixed conditions.
A new deaf columnist notes Amarillo business leaders hear praise for the government as it makes a stand against dust bowl encroachment. The piece hints the administration may be credited with the dust bowl’s disappearing act amid a noisy political year.
The Tyler Courier-Times-Telegraph notes that President Roosevelt faces a continuing presidential campaign, deeming attempts to shorten it ineffective as the contest is already underway.
Marie La Porte watches Dan Donovan and Tommy Ryan clash on Pier 6. Mike Donovan, powerful shipowner, races to keep his son out of deeper trouble as a courtroom edge turns the tide of a waterfront fight story.
An editorial column questions why the United States sent protests to Britain if Britain’s replies were merely bitterly disappointing. It argues U S officials muddle through, urging realism about Europe’s rival powers and warning Americans to focus on domestic issues while noting remarks by Count Paul Teleki and Harold Ickes.
A Saturday meeting in the high school auditorium organized a committee for anti cigarette work with a unanimous vote to elect Prof. W. A. McKeever as president and Mrs. Edward L. Griffin as vice president and Mrs William Dunn as secretary, while Charles W. McFarland of Lawrence died after a weeklong illness.
Quotes from Enrique Magalona and Senator Wheeler advocate laborer ownership and warn against foreign wars as diversions from domestic issues. Gov Gen Tweedsmuir cites democratic ideals threatened by aggression while calling for a better wartime settlement than the last.
During the legislature session a list shows the girls invited to a varsity party tonight. Frances Hackbarth Ethel Mullins Winona Mullins Vera Crane Margaret Spietz Frederica Rutherford Eben Wiedemann Agnes LaVelle Gertrude Frank named for the event.
Forty years ago Congress voted generously for rural free delivery, a long wanted gain. An evening dance by Bell's band drew good attendance. R. I. Sneideker planned to address Lawrence citizens at the courthouse on taxation and state university funding. The West Lawrence Five club was hosted by Miss Mabel Prentice and prize winners included Miss Bessie Carter and Howard Maxwell. Local social events and visits by Prof. Burdick were noted amid a Kentucky governor's succession and a debutante gathering.
The article explains why fruit and vegetable juices have grown popular as dietary staples due to lower carbohydrate energy needs. It lists leading juices, notes vitamin contents, the loss of vitamin C in processing, and the tomato as a fruit commonly treated as a vegetable with notable vitamin A and C.
J R Walker of 1300 Tennessee and Charles Weber drove 1936 Plymouth and 1936 DeSoto respectively. Police report says Weber traveled south on Tennessee while Walker went west on Ninth. Slick streets contributed to the intersection crash.
Mrs. Eugene Mackey and Vera Ann returned home from Memorial hospital the first of the week. Several residents report sickness causing absences at Mackey school. Community club plans and farm bureau activities discussed. Local visits include Miss Kate Jewett and Mrs. Raymond Gardner with travels to Prairie Center and Lawrence. US Highway 32 treacherous Sunday night due to freezing rain. sand laid Monday morning.
Broadcast grid shows Thursday and Friday programs across WREN KMBC WDAF and WB radio hours from 4:30 PM to 12:00 AM with acts including Bud Barton Tom Mix Bonnie and the Boys Glenn Miller Eddie Duchin and Dance Orchestra. Also notes weather forecasts and news summaries along with late night studio performances by Wilbur and others.
Local chatter questions bold forecasts that severe cold will end. Sunday visits mark a social week with Miss Marvin Mad and Miss Grace Hays hosting friends. News notes include Oscar Bell's light stroke and several Kansas City visitors.
A Journal-World classified page teases readers with quick results and reader-driven listings across ads and notices, inviting participation and engagement in local services and deals.
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