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Newspaper
Lawrence Journal World
Location
Lawrence, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Feb 08, 1941
Page
4
Wichita real estate board notified the government that a 400 unit federal housing project tied to aviation is unnecessary amid a survey showing 6000 vacant units. The board questions spending and notes nationwide plans may still push construction if funds are allocated.
The text recalls Winston Churchill predicting Italy's empire would crumble as Britain tightens control over Libya and blocks Tripoli. It notes Italian losses in Libya, Ethiopia, and Eritrea, Graziani's dwindling forces, and the strategic value of a British victory for Egypt and the Suez Canal.
The piece argues that postwar optimism about a new world is likely to be limited. It warns that vast current expenditures on non productive aims may not ease living standards and that future borrowing could bring hardship whether debts are honored or repudiated.
Observers question the pace of American military aviation as committees assess air fighting equipment and tactics. Critics note few recognize that leadership in air combat will be seized by capable developers and crews.
Germany used the Spanish civil war as a live test for military aircraft, advancing beyond others before open combat. The piece notes American planes have not faced real battle testing and discusses potential production of the Hawker Tornado. It also mentions American gun choices in World War I and reports and notes on draft-era contingents, including Douglas County’s volunteer status and the Lawrence National Guard.
Lesson No. 1 of El Dorado Times quotes W G Anderson urging Courier readers to stop whining and face an uncertain postwar future with clear sighted courage. He argues adversity has been overcome in past crises and Americans will prevail again.
S B Lucas argues the elder brother in Luke 15 represents Christ and the faithful, not the lost. He praises the elder brother for obedience and home loyalty, contrasts him with the prodigal, and denounces churches for reshaping the parable to claim the elder brother was lost. He urges boys and girls to shun vice and stay true to home values.
Ten years ago the Kansas House approved the Hicks bill by 66 to 27, ending the tax exemption for college fraternities and sororities. The measure now goes to the Senate as local officials report fraternity tensions following eight KU students arrest for liquor offenses. Attorney General Roland Boynton said he would hand the case to KU authorities after a conference with university officials.
Reports on the Merchant's Short Court enrollment, a land deed offer by S W Gowans to create a 40 foot wide street at the campus edge, and city bridge, church, and Y M C A concerns. Weather, theater, and social items mix with local business, ice wood and tax estimates, plus smallpox care details.
General Maxime Weygand, speaking in Algiers, denied that France would permit Germany to use the Bizerte naval base in Tunisia. He said no negotiations exist for cession of Bizerte or German troops landing there for Libya.
After a decisive Libyan victory, Britain holds the initiative in the Mediterranean. General Wavell may advance on Tripoli or redirect forces toward Ethiopia, Eritrea, and Somaliland while Greece faces German threats. France's stance on Tunisia’s Bizerte blocks Axis reinforcement and secures the British lifeline, with options including pushing to Tripoli, aiding Greece, or striking Sicily.
Martha confronts Bill after his desertion as he faces discipline at camp. The couple reconcile in a tense final encounter, with Martha pleading for mercy and both planning a united future as Paul and Suzanne marry and move on.
A dense listing of Kansas City radio programs across KMBC WREN WDAF WDAP and others for February 8 9 and 10 with times featuring music news talk dramas and weather including Grand Ole Opry News for Roosevelt and The Marriage Club and Nightly News rundowns.
Ottaswa resident Miss Freda Wilson will speak on her travels abroad at the Lawrence Sunday forum meeting tomorrow at 4 30 PM at Ninth Street Baptist church. Kansas City singer Ruby Jenkins will perform a solo and Blanche Pierson an instrumental solo.
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