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Newspaper
Lawrence Journal World
Location
Lawrence, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Feb 11, 1941
Page
4
The piece argues Hitler initially ran the war but notes British moves now shape events. It highlights British bombing of German and Italian cities, Genoa bombardment, and Libyan campaign advances, stressing that multi front pressure could force Germany into a two front war.
A St Joseph community campaign urges renaming Lindbergh school citing Charles Lindbergh’s antiwar views and lease lead bill stance. Observers note the pattern of renaming streets after living figures postwar and warn against overreacting to current news while affirming Lindbergh’s historic flight and accomplishments.
Senator Truman calls for an investigation into defense contract letting amid concerns big firms gain favors. He notes 1917 haste bred wartime flaws and argues current emergency rules echo that confusion. A careful survey could prove more valuable than its cost, he says.
Word to Rumania Great Britain has severed diplomatic relations with Romania signaling a hard line in the Balkans. London seeks a definite stand from Balkan nations and hints at a possible attack on the oil source aiding Germany. The Romanians face war as Germany occupies their country.
Admiral Darlan becomes second man in the Vichy regime succeeding Laval and will engage with the Germans on further talks to shore up France as a wartime partner. Both Laval loyalists and Nazis question Darlan's approach and potential alignment with Petain and Weygand.
Reports claimed Petain flew to Africa, sparking wide European stir as the outside world remains unsure of Vichy’s status. Laval’s offered post and refusal adds to the confusion, with signs Laval seeks return and Germans desire his return to government.
Finland builds a new defense line within its post war boundaries to resist eastern pressure. The nation has long opposed Muscovite absorption and rejects Soviet rule as unappealing as the Russian monarchy. It treats the border as more than a mere line.
The administration now sees the American Youth Congress as a nuisance it long coddled in its early days. It allowed the group to spotlight enemies to attack as long as it served official aims.
The article argues Britain's strengthened posture in the Balkans after Mediterranean victories shifts momentum away from Germany and Italy. It explores how Mussolini's failures in Africa and Greece, Hitler's Balkans focus, and potential Turkish and Bulgarian moves could affect an eastern front confrontation with Britain.
The German Reichstag resumed foreign affairs debate while Nazis led by Adolf Hitler held nightly stump meetings with brass bands. Nationalists planned a boycott of Reichstag sessions. The piece also notes marriages, society events, and travels across Lawrence and nearby towns with multiple local names and venues.
A Topeka mass meeting with about 3000 attendees decided the city’s joints must be cleared by Friday noon. If not done, an army of 1000 men will remove them by force. The action followed Mrs. Carrie Nation’s visit to Topeka.
Twenty five years ago Secretary Garrison resigned from the cabinet as President Wilson refused to press for a firm stance without compromise on adoption policy and related reforms.
Mr and Mrs Otto Vitt Arlene spent the weekend in Kansas City Missouri with Mr and Mrs damues Dyer and children. Lonnie Strong was in Leavenworth on business. Mrs Julius Torneden and Arteta Mo and Mrs Richard Torneden of Junw rence spent Wednesday with Mrs Minnie Luckan and Mrs Chiuude Hon gen. Jed Reetz visited his aunt Mrs Minnie Love in Hannibal Missouri who is in hospital. Ernest Freeman stayed with Ma and Mrs Lewis French last week. Albert Steinbring of Lawrence visited Friday with Otto Vitt and Arlene. Miss Minnie Abel and Miss Elnora Bartz of Eudora joined by Miss Lila Reetz and Vernon Flory of Lawrence. Jimmie Dryers Marlin Fessmeir of Mdgerton and Bill Ness spent Wednesday evening at the William Reetz home. Claude Henson, with Parpone Electric, spent the weekend with his family. Edith Boys of Tinwood stayed at the William Reetz home for several days due to bad rounds. Alvin Reetz stayed with Harold Zimmerman at Eudora Monday and Tuesday. Harvey Schellack spent the weekend at Eudora with his mother Rose Schellack. Otto Witt and family attended the community evening at the high school Tuesday. Henry and Martha Giertz visited Friday with Fred Reetz and family.
The classified page reports hundreds of job openings with a call to action to call 22 and submit advertisements to the Ad-Taker for posting. The note emphasizes using the Ad-Taker for placing worker ads.
April Burnett escorts Kent Carter home on leave after a bomb accident blinds him briefly. Kent mistakes April for his true love Ann, fueling a tense confession as April hides the mix up and plans to reach Ann to keep Kent from recognizing the truth.
April and Kent flee the town for a secret weekend. he asks for excuses to her parents while planning to dodge everyone. The car ride along the river road unfolds a somber scene as April confronts being misnamed Glitterbug and the man she’s trying to temper.
Dale Martin and Norma Lockwood visited Baldwin with relatives while Dr. Nelson P. Horn preached at Country Club Methodist in Kansas City. Activities include church meetings, tax help at the Baldwin post office, and a Baker University choir concert at First Methodist.
Broadcasting slate lists WREN KMBC WDAF programs for Tuesday including Behind the News Tom Mix News and sports revues. Notable acts include Fred Waring Orchestra Glenn Miller and Johnny Presenta with city listings and multiple local program blocks.
A Valentine party is planned for Wednesday evening at Miss Beulah Helen Stewart’s home. A pot luck supper will be served at red clothed tables with old fashioned dishes and silver lit by candles. Valentine decorations and games will follow a short business meeting. About thirty guests are expected.
Valley Chapel notes describe trips to Memorial hospital in Lawrence for a crippled children's clinic and a sinus infection update. It reports dismissals for a Clinton group teachers meeting, visits to Mes morial hospital, and local shopping and dining activities. Road conditions remain poor with mud and stalled cars, awaiting wind and sun.
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