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Newspaper

Lawrence Journal World

Location

Lawrence, Kansas, United States of America

Date

Feb 07, 1940

Page

4

Deeds and Confession Verses From Matthew 10 32

A brief scripture excerpt citing Matthew 10 32 about confession before men and God. The text emphasizes public acknowledgment of faith and divine acknowledgement in return.

Sweden Urges Faster US Aid to Finland Amid War Watch

A Swedish newspaper laments US delays in aiding Finland while noting America’s sympathy for the Finnish cause. It argues cautious Western policy respects strategic risk as Hitler and Stalin remain unsettled. It predicts continued American material support to help Finland’s survival.

United States Finland America Russia Scandinavia Europe Uncle Sam Altho Hitler Stalin

Indictment in Detroit Over Spanish Republican Army Recruiting

Federal charges allege several Detroit individuals aided recruiting for the Spanish Republican Army in violation of U S law. The piece argues the timing reflects postwar scrutiny and signals that such foreign recruitment on American soil will not be tolerated.

Federal Detroit United States Department of Justice Atlantic Spain Red

Silly effort to put Dies committee on trial fails

A hysterical drive by Silver Shirts to implicate Dies in a conspiracy stalls as letters the congressman inserted into the Congressional Record fail to prove an understanding with the Silver leader or the many groups exploiting dues paying schemes.

Dies

Forgeries Tied to Fascist Books Reeditions

A reader reports that allegations of forged fascist books and admitted forgeries are circulating. The Silver Shirt group has not shown activity locally and its leader remains in hiding. Washington chatter says Dies committee avoided probing the group, seen as less dangerous than the Christian Front army uncovered by the justice department weeks ago.

Silver Shirt Washington Dies Committee Christian Front Department of Justice

Peace Terms in Germany’s Possible Offer Revealed

Guess at Peace Terms Scandinavia discusses a draft negotiated by Goering and approved by Hitler. It proposes Germany retaining prewar Polish lands, plebiscites under Allied control for Austria, and a future Czech Polish and Slovak state split by a joint commission. It notes such terms might be optimistic and questions Hitler’s public stance.

Scandinavia Goering Hitler Germany Poland Austria Sudetenland Germ

German Schools Reorganized Under Nazi Rule

The German government plans to overhaul schools by dropping outdated subjects as part of a broader regime reshape. Since Hitler came to power the education system has been dismantled and rebuilt, altering long standing academic aims beyond recognition.

Germany

Senate May Follow Public Mood on Budget Cuts

The senate may reverse none or only some house cuts as public sentiment backs the reductions. Voters appear convinced by the arguments for smaller appropriations, and the senate could adopt a more economy minded stance in turn.

Senate House

Japan relaxes secrecy on policy and press control

The Japanese government will ease secrecy rules and create a limited press close control. Officials argue public support hinges on the people knowing government aims, signaling a shift toward transparency to win trust.

Free State Kansas Debates Oil Control Continuation

Governor Ratner argues to preserve Kansas as a free state facing oil control issues. The stance centers on maintaining free state status amid regulatory questions.

Kansas Ratner

Parrot embargo and sports loss dot Kansas City scene

Social notes record dinners hosted by Rev Watts and Mrs Arnett with guests including Rev Thomas Van Sickle Grey Herrick. A Kansas City parrot shipment embargo follows two psittacosis cases. A poll marking mishap involves a policeman and mercurochrome. Jayhawker basketball hits a setback as Thomson and Bausch miss Nebraska game. Chicago seeding payments and bridge clubs feature in regional social chatter.

J. F. Watts Charles W. Thomas A. A. van Sickle Alfred D. Grey Everett C. Herrick Newton Theological Institution Massachusetts Kansas City Kan John “Arnett Junius Underwood Sally Arnett Ann Arnett Helen Walton Jayhawker

The Captain's Daughter Cast and Family Tensions

Marie La Porte a barge dwelling model is pursued by Dan Donovan son of a wealthy Irishman. Mike Donovan Dan's father pressures a marriage with Lynda Martin while Bat La Porte and Dan clash aboard the Molly a day of bitter words and alarm over Marie's disappearance unfolds.

Marie la Porte Dan Donovan Marie Tommy Ryan Lynda Martin Dan Baptiste la Porte Bat Molly Mike Donovan Lynda Air Donovans Mike Martins Martin Pet Young Donovan Mr. Donovan Bat la Porte Danny Tommy Ryan Desisi Tonda

Swan of Tuonela Inspires Northward Silent Hope

Marion Ellet reflecting on Sibelius and the Kansas City Philharmonic. The Swan of Tuonela symbolically links northern legend to healing music. Gratitude extended to Karl Krueger for directing a tender tone poem on WDAF. The performance paired Sibelius with Brahms and Wagner in a troubled world.

Tuonela Vinlandia Far North Helsinki Horces Sibelius Karl Krueger North WDAF Kansas City

Political Quotes and Exiles Emphasize Postwar Goals

A collection of statements from William R. Castle and Senator Burton Wheeler urging open lending to inland areas, free from strings. AFL President William Green denying hate songs and anti inclusion. Ignacy Paderewski promising liberation for Poland. The remarks reflect postwar policy debates and a commitment to national and international aims.

Dewey Conant quote on education and unity in America

A political snippet cites Thomas E Dewey and President James Bryant Conant endorsing broader education for all professionals. It argues for national policies to secure peace and unity at home and unity in a discarding world. The piece emphasizes education as a unifying national goal.

Lish Thomas E. Dewney Faculty of Arts and Sciences James Bryant Conant Harvard University

Old Home Town and College Notes From Wichita

The older boys convention met at Wichita with Ewart Plank elected secretary and Robert Albach to read a paper on school life evils. A 24-member Lawrence delegation attended. The Bluebottom Welfare club seeks removal of highway signs near Manhattan. G A Tuttle returns from western Kansas. Kansas football 1914 profits report shows $8,290.88 net after costs and $4,416 ticket revenue. Total season receipts were $26,305.51. Visiting legislators were seen in the University dissecting room. Lawrence high school appoints Paul Fox prom manager with committees for decoration and banquet. Reita Mull to select program committee.

Wichita Ewart Plank Lawrence Robert Albach G. A. Tuttle Western Kansas University of Kansas W.C. Hamilton General Athletic Fund Clark McCulloch Paul Fox Ruth Ellis Annette Garrett William Clack Jack Tucker Edward Mason Una O'Stockwell Georgia Richardson Hazel Stubbs Herbert Olmstead Paul Evans Richard Randall Ernest Russell Frank Dunkley Annette Fugate Mildred. Gilmore

University Students Arrested Over Unpaid Laundry License

The report notes University students were arrested for operating a laundry without a license and plan to defend in court against the high excise tax as unconstitutional. Jessor Green will defend them. County officials debated jail guard issues as a county jail remains insecure. Dr Summerfield and Elias Summerfield left for Litchfield Illinois for Minnie Summerfield’s wedding.

Jessor Green Dr. Summerfield Elias Summerfield Litchfield Ill Minnie Summerfield Lawrence Summerfield J. B. Wheeler Robert Walledari Jeanette Wheeler Smithmeyer Herbert’ Clarke Ober Wylie

The Family Doctor Digitalis History and Care

A historical overview of William Withering discovering digitalis for dropsy in 18th century England. It notes its heart effects, later electrocardiograph insights, and the need for careful dosing to balance life saving use against possible harm.

William Withering Birmingham England Withering Shropshire Foxgrove

KU Quintet Broadcast Tonight on KFKU

A University of Kansas woodwind quintet will perform on KFKU at 6 15 tonight. The program includes Grieg arrangements and works by Hadley Arri Paul Marts and Bruce Thomas with pieces titled Allegro Concertante and Tarantella among others.

University of Kansas KFKU Fate Siesetncegieane Hadley Paul Marts Eifinn Dame Ess Keen Saostles Prae Ga- Wet

Germany denies military pact with Soviet Russia amid Finland war reports

Berlin asserts no military or technical aid agreement exists with Soviet Russia. German sources say reports of German intercession plans against Finland are false and mediation in the Russia Finland conflict is unwarranted. They also deny intrigues in the Balkans and criticize Weygand's Near East army as ineffective.

Berlin Germany Soviet Russia Finland Reich Moscow Helsinki Balkans Maxime Weygand

Radio Programs Wednesday Evening Listings

A dense schedule lists radio programs across stations WN WDAF KMBC WREN and more, detailing musical acts, dramas, news, and comedy from early evening to late night. Notable items include Captain Midnight, Captain Midnight, Fred Waring's Orchestra, George Jessel, Glenn Miller, and The Green Hornet with various time slots and station calls.

Bebeivens Monnell WDAF Wren KMBC Burne and Allen Paul Barron Orch WDAP Easy Acea Wren Johnny Green AI Pearce Gang Hollywood Playhouse Gale Sliver BEMBC Dr. Christian Avalon Star Theatre Town Hall Green Hornet Wiscontine Univ. Pam Roy Shield Ravue Glenn Miller Kay Kyser Nevacant Po Aos Andy Navacast Dani Mclntyre Lum Abner Muehlebach George Olsen Newa Reviews Moonbeama Gene Krupa Vincent Lopex Door Orch Glen Gray Bid Barton McConnel Jack Armstrong Tom Bonnie and the Boys Fred Warine Europe Major Bowes Glenn_ Miller Music Hall Newecast Amos and U. S WUAR

Young Wife Granted Divorce in Chicago Court

Lois Wagner, 22, former child actor in Buster Brown comedies, received a divorce from Roy Wagner after testifying she was beaten to deter her from being attractive to other men.

Chicago Lois Wagner Buster Brown Roy

Also Mentioned on This Page

NEA THE James Martin South America Bean Athletic Club William Martin NEA Service. Inc Mugwump By Marion Ellet William R. Castle G. O. P. National Committee Burton K. Wheeler Dem Mont Royal Order of Invrates William Green American Federation of Labor Ignace Jan Paderewski Polish Assembly In Exile Man Eleanor Atkinson Daisy Cox Geneva Hunter Muriel Strong Reita Mull Program and Force Morris Fishbien Journal of the American Medical Association Wooldwind Weygand Syria Don Carlos Peete University of Kansas Schol of Medicine University of Kansas Roundtable Pees Rhone Federal Deposit. Insurance Corporation Peoples State Bank 9Th Journal-World
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