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Newspaper
Lawrence Journal World
Location
Lawrence, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Feb 18, 1941
Page
1
From Belgrade to Tehran reports say Germany, backed by a Turkish pledge to stay within borders, urged Greece to accept Mussolini terms for peace. A Greek response remained uncertain as Axis forces threaten Albania and eastern Thrace from Romania via Bulgaria.
London journalists quoted authoritative British sources saying the Turkish Bulgarian non aggression pact has limited practical impact on Turkey. Bulgaria's ability to stay independent and resist German influence is in doubt while Turkey remains loyal to Great Britain and informed on negotiations.
Turkish sources said consultations with Balkan nations Britain Germany and Soviet Russia preceded the signing. The pact was initiated last Friday and signed in a quiet ceremony. A clause states the agreement shall not interfere with existing Bulgaria Turkey pacts with other countries.
Tokyo reports a Japanese spokesman stating that British and American wartime posturing in the Pacific causes anxiety and misgivings in Japan and that actions could be mitigated if such preparations were limited to the western hemisphere. Ishii and Mhaenle Anens ane Lahn Tohit ine SPOURCATIATLE discuss mediation while Japan asserts peaceful aims. Washington notes U S interest in deeds over words and announces a New Zealand diplomatic exchange.
Judge Richard G Hopkins sustains Kansas anti liquor importation law aligning 3.2 percent by weight with 4 percent by volume. Jerome Robason, 39, Rossville operator, convicted of bringing intoxicants into Kansas from Falls City Nebraska and sentenced to a year in Sedgwick County jail. Attorney Hal Davis plans appeal to the U.S. circuit court. Gov Payne Jaudner had urged legislative changes to conform to federal act.
Jesse Jones, secretary of commerce and federal loan administrator, told the House Banking Committee that the United States is nearly in the war. He stated the nation is preparing for war and that preparation requires spending money.
Alexander H. Dewey, 22, former University of Kansas student, was sentenced by Federal Judge Richard J. Hopkins to two years in the reformatory on charges of failing to register under the selective service act. He pleaded guilty December 20 and is the first draft evader indicted in Kansas. Dewey claimed pacifist beliefs and his home is in Darien, Connecticut. The judge condemned evasion as rebellion against the laws and warned it risks chaos and undermines national defense. Dewey was recommended for El Reno, Oklahoma.
Topeka, Feb. 18. Adjutant General M. R. McLean announced receipt of an army call for 473 Kansas draftees between March 11 and 20. Of the total, 148 will be Negro. A quota of 373 had been allotted for March 1 to 10 and officials expected no more for the month.
Reports from Greece say German scout planes have been sighted over Greek Macedonia raising invasion fears. Air raids at Suez Canal area reported with bombs dropped but no damage or casualties.
An official source said two flights of the American Eagle squadron of the Royal Air Force were in action against Germany. The report coincided with the posting of Pilot Officer Vernon Charles Geogh of Brooklyn.
Berlin reports that strong German bomber units with fighter support scored notable success on Malta targets today. The British island in the Mediterranean was targeted for military and war vital objectives as bombs fell across strategic sites.
British headquarters report natives forced Italian evacuation of Dangela and other points in Gojjam province amid anti Fascist activities in western Ethiopia.
Senator Clark charges the British aid bill would push the United States to the brink of war and grant autocratic powers to the President. Senator Johnson criticizes the measure as diverting defense powers and risking dictatorship and US entry into conflict.
The federal meteorologist S. D. Flora forecasts light snow or rain in northern Kansas tonight and light rain and snow in the south tonight or tomorrow. Low temperatures will range from 20 to 30 degrees, with afternoon highs from 32 to 40. Goodland recorded a statewide low of minus 22 degrees last night.
Washington February 18 The house voted 210 to 143 to reapportion its 1940 census membership using the equal proportions method. California gains three seats while Oregon Arizona New Mexico Florida Tennessee and North Carolina gain one each. Arkansas loses one seat and Michigan gains one if the senate does not act by March 8.ederal results show several states lose seats including Massachusetts Pennsylvania Ohio Indiana Illinois Iowa Nebraska Kansas and Oklahoma. A GOP bid to send the bill back to committee failed 147 to 206.
The Children's Theater selects adult leads for Rip Van Winkle for March 21 and 22 with Carl Drake winning the title role. Cast includes Dame Van Winkle Mabel Richardson and innkeeper Theodore Charlton joining schoolmaster Walter Russell and others as the troupe finalizes junior roles.
American Legion members and other World War veterans are urged to register on February 22 using forms available at the Kansas Electric Power company Standard Life Association and the Armory post. Registration is voluntary and the data will be shared with federal state and local authorities as needed.
The fire department extinguished a grass fire in the 900 block of Missouri street this afternoon. Alarm sounded at 2 25 and no damage was reported.
The average of 60 stocks slips to 40.2 points from 40.3 yesterday as trading closes. Investors monitor market momentum and sector shifts amid mixed earnings.
Topeka reports a physician legislator introduced a bill requiring physical exams and lab tests within 30 days before marriage licenses. Reports would be filed with the state vital statistics division, with exams limited to 2.50 dollars per applicant. Additional measures cover a one cent a gallon gas tax, refunding unspent corp commission funds, and various other house bills on taxes, bonds, and municipal finance.
Deane W. Malott chancellor of the University of Kansas urged the Kansas City Kansas PTA group to accept necessary changes in the world situation. He spoke at the founders day meeting cautioning against national emotionalism and stressing measured responses.
The ASCAP board approved a consent decree ending government anti trust suits and paving the way for renewed talks with broadcasters. Formal DOJ announcement expected soon as ASCAP had not yet signed. The dispute over payments for ASCAP music disrupted many stations and networks since January 1.
Dr. F C Allen praised Howard Engleman after a low scoring Kansas loss to Oklahoma A and M 30 to 26. Engleman was held to six shots with three shots ruled no good while 20 fouls by Kansas fed the Aggie defense. Johnny Kline added six for Oklahoma A and M as Allen announced he would speak in Kansas City to Lions club members.
Tom Black 66 was buried by about a foot of earth in a Barker avenue cave-in yesterday afternoon. Firemen freed him, but he refused aid and remained on the plumbing job until completion.
A fleet of 24 scout cars arrived at Fort Riley from Fort Meade to serve 5,000 selective service trainees at the cavalry replacement center. Lieut. Col. Harold G. Holt said the vehicles are several years old but still have much service life and will be used to train trainees to drive over varied terrain and to maintain the cars. They will also be trained to fire the guns equipped on the cars.
Greek forces report heavy Italian losses as they push along the central and southern Albanian front. Italians reportedly destroy munitions stores while retreating, tanks are knocked out, and Greek troops seize multiple positions north of Kli cura toward Valona and Berati.
Lawrence chamber of commerce industrial committee outlined efforts to connect the Santa Fe and Union Pacific for a direct link. W C Simons urged community backing, noting potential freight gains outweigh costs and highlighting benefits to local feed, potato, and hay markets via Kaw Valley.
Five day extended forecast issued for Missouri Kansas and Oklahoma from 6 30 p m February 18 to 6 30 p m February 22 calls for light snow in northern districts and rain or snow in southern areas with no major temperature change. Temperatures will be slightly below normal in Kansas and Oklahoma and notably below normal in Missouri with colder conditions later in the period. Precipitation expected to average moderate for the season, mainly snow in Missouri and Kansas and rain in Oklahoma.
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