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Newspaper

Lawrence Journal World

Location

Lawrence, Kansas, United States of America

Date

Feb 19, 1941

Page

4

One Road to Salvation in Acts 4 12 Verse

A brief devotional line cites Acts 4 12 asserting there is no salvation in any other name under heaven. The quotation emphasizes exclusive salvific claim and faith in Jesus.

Liquor Import Ban Upheld By Judge Hopkins

Judge Hopkins sustains Kan gas liquor import ban finding state and federal limits effectively identical. Federal rule bars drinks over 4 percent alcohol by volume while Kansas restricts over 3.2 percent by weight. The court notes both designs are substantially the same and the law’s intent remains valid.

Kangas United States Circuit Court Hopkins

Refusal to register leads to two-year prison sentence

A young man who refused to register for military service was sentenced to two years in prison by Judge Hopkins. The case highlights the selective service act’s aim to distribute obligations fairly among citizens and notes a broader shift in youth training from duty to potential benefits of a free society.

Hopkins

England Needs Aid Focused On Sea Lanes

The United States News estimates England faces a blockade rather than invasion as its greatest threat. Germany may attempt to starve England by attacking ships, factories, and transportation, making sea lanes crucial and delaying large air aid until late 1941 or 1942.

United States England Germany

Nazi Route Plans for Greece Stir Coordination Talks

The Nazis seek to open multiple routes into Greece and pressure Italy to share an unused path. Italian authorities consider transferring this channel to Nazi allies as part of broader wartime coordination.

Greece

Lake City Site Sparks Water Haul for Concrete Mixers

Lake City hosts a new small arms ammunition factory and nearby construction workers must haul water to supply concrete mixers for the building project. The task highlights logistical challenges as the facility progresses toward completion.

Lake City Kansas City

Stafford Father Expects Black Sheepskin This Spring

A Stafford parent laments his son who has long been the family rebel now at a university and facing a potential black sheepskin award this spring as a symbolic milestone.

Stafford Stafford Courier

Editors oppose Lone Star camp for conscientious objectors

In a letter to the Journal-World, a reader condemns county plans to convert Lone Star camp into a CO haven, arguing it undermines national defense, stresses sacrifice by soldiers, and questions Chamber of Commerce support amid WW II fears of hunger and blockade. The writer urges facts and argues for a strong defense stance.

Journal-World Lone Star Fe Iake Tone Star Chamber of Commerce England France Pelsium Hurone

Hoover bids wider relief to Belwhung amid blockades

The War Today reports Herbert Hoover proposing food relief for Belwhung while weighing scale for broader aid. London and Washington resist relaxing the British blockade as Europe tightens wartime controls. The piece notes small nations suffer under the garroting steel, with further relief efforts anticipated.

Herbert Hoover Germany Europe Tondon Washington Italy

Ten Years Ago Local Housing Transforms to Hotel Dining

The former eighteen room McConnell hospital on New Hampshire Street is being remodeled into a hotel and dining facility and will open upon completion. Social events include Prof and Mrs Mix hosting fourteen guests for dinner and Miss Nell Hudson and Miss Helen Wagstaff planning a four tables bridge party to honor Miss Wilhelmi, who leaves for Columbus, Q NJ. Phyllis Eileen Peck born February 17 to Mr. and Mrs. George Donald Peck. A Valentine party and shower for Mrs Norman Hami by thirty five high school friends occurs at the Tyrrell home in Williamstown with several guests and prize winners.

New Hampshire W. C. McConnell A. J. Mix F. B. Davis William 5. Johnson B.D. O’leary R. H. Wheeler May Gardner Margaret Lynn Brun Radtke C. M. Mix Nell Hudson Helen Wagstaff Hse Wilhelmi Columbus George Donald Peck Phyllis Eileen Norman Hami Marends Lawrence Tyrrell Williamstown Ben White James Plummer Seober Arthur Bates Perry Neva Watson Alice Plummer Topeka Evelyn Gress Agnes Gress Margaret Sanders Tonganoxie George Hamm Oskaloosa Lucille Carls Gladys White Melba Humphries Will Stadler Sherman Roach Kansas City Frances Greiner Margaret Zillner Helen Sommer Home Olks Charlotte Stadler Katherine Zimmerman Donna Zillner Barbara Johnson Leon Parker Bryona Pence Lawrence Mae Pierce Fayetteville Ark Eudora Earl Murriel Clifford Janice Guenther Kansas City George Bartz Doris Ann J. W. Geelen Big Springs Ray Morriss J. N. Hearin Turner Murry Hammer Herbert Knipp Maude Roland Curtis Ruthrauff Keith Emporia Anna Marie McGlade Norman William Dunn Shirley Billy John Faultermaier Frank Sommer Elza Zimmerman Inman Tena Miskimen Fern Eva Frazier Iva Frazier Lela Morley Clara Baecker Viola Born Dolph French Rose Lothholz Florence Jewett Bert Daugherty Harold Daugherty Clara Lotz Lothholz Fidton Votan Miskimen Elsa Zimmerman Votan Alice Kohler Fred Walker D. K. Kohler J. J. Bischoff F. I. Wilson Charles Brown Lawrence Brown Gardner Bert Daucherty Josephine Gilmore Caroline Bohnsack Woman's Union St. Paul’s Church Fred Howard Donald George Born Gus Bohnsack F. DeWeese DeSoto Ralph Bohnsack Nancy Lee Ted Brecheisen Mary Brecheisen Sarah Hausman Woenry Harenbuch

Community Gossip From Eudora Weekend Socials

Eudora residents hosted and visited across a weekend with numerous small gatherings. Dinners and suppers featured families including the Broers Daugherty Jewett Adams and Stadler while club members met for the 1900 and Now program. many Kansas City and Lawrence guests appeared at shows, dinners, and church events.

Kansas, Washington U Swim Meet Held At KU Pool

Washington University of St. Louis swimmers met the University of Kansas tankmen in the KU pool this afternoon. The meet began at 3 o clock.

K. U Washington University of

Old Home Town News Highlights and Local Events

Ice gorge rises two inches per hour as river drift blocks the stream. McAllaster prepares to open its new school with a P T A program and a flag presentation. A DAR George Washington tea honors Mrs Friend at her home. Sheriff Cummings guests at a surprise dinner hosted by Will Johns with toastmaster Marshall Gorrill.

McAllaster Su. EK. Stauffer P.T.A HE. A. Edwards George Washington Marcella Hanscome J. S. St. Clair H. Winey Henry Asher Chalkley Peairs C. Seewir T. E. Griesa C. C. Hanscome Agnes Thompson Janet Welch Hay

Haskell coach reengaged. street railway okayed in Lawrence

Forty years ago the Cur rent Event club celebrated its third anniversary at Mrs. D A Miller's home with Mrs. H Nesbitt giving club history. A G Ellick was reengaged as football coach for next season. A collision occurred on Massachusetts street injuring Mrs M G Padcock and daughter Margaret. S B Lawrence bought J F Strong's grocery and will run it in Lawrence. W C Ellis and G F Banta proceed to Port Arthur. City council approved L M Erb to build operate a street railway in Lawrence.

D. A. Miller H. Nesbitt A. G Ellick Haskell Massachusetts Street M. G. Padcock Haskell Institute Waron Elmer Pierson Margaret Babcock S. B. Lawrence J. F. Strong Larin W. C. Ellis G. F. Banta Port Arthur L. M. Erb Lawrence

Louisville Plans Low Cost Soldier Recreation Hall

Louisville will open a three story civilian recreation hall near the business district to entertain Fort Knox soldiers on weekends. The center, bought for over 200000 dollars, will offer cheap amusements and dormitory lodging with army post exchange script accepted for purchases.

Louisville Army Post United States Armored Force Fort Knox Charles J. Rieger, Jr Rieger Army Post Exchange Joseph Scholtz

Baldwin News Highlights Local Social and Church Events

Social notes record a fifty fifth wedding anniversary at the Taylor home in Lawrence and visits among Baldwin residents including Mapes and McKinzie, with Dexter Arthur visiting from Fort Riley. Rotary speaker Ward Spellman discusses service without money as Baker chapel programs feature coast guard exhibits and a vesper service under Prof. Wright. Champ Graham earns law honor roll status. Kansas professors address local Spanish club.

Simpson Taylor G. L. Taylor Lawrence Virgil Mapes Grace S. Black Lena McLaughlin Kansas City Baldwin Charles SK. Beeks Baldwin Rotary Club College Cafe Ward Spellman Ralph McEntire Topeka Jack Mee Baker Albert Laumkin United States Coast Cuard Coast ‘Guards Nat National Defense Movement Osage City Holy City A. R. Gaul LeRoy E. Wright Lois Hunt Smith Mother Wright William Abbott Richard Southall Murray Hamilton Ross Anderson Clarence Garder Robert Sink Elizabeth Cox Dorothy Gleason Marjorie Seaman Dorothy Kaiser Marilyn Widmeier Betty Yoder Professor Wright Champ Graham Department of Business Administration University of Kansas Law School C, Christman

War Department awards Fort Scott firm cotton trousers contract

The War Department announced a contract valued at 84,387 dollars to Pollock-McKey Co., Fort Scott Kansas, for the production of cotton trousers.

Fort Scott Washington War Department Pollock-McKey Co Fort Scott Kan

Kansas State Wrestlers Defeat Nebraska 17 11 in Dual Meet

Kansas State College wrestling team the Big Six champions beat Nebraska University 17 to 11 in Lincoln. Kansas State won six of the nine weight classes in the contest.

K. S N. U. Lincoln Neb

Drafted for love ends in perilous road to home

Kent and April push through a storm in a tense ride toward Kent’s home where April hides her true identity to keep Ann from guilt. As hail and wind lash the road, April fears crossing into the Carter household where Great-Aunt Elizabeth may expose her deception and ruin the plan.

Kent April Sail Ann Auntie Carter Elizabeth Tal Parks Hal Pattonsville Gal Carter Elizabeth Carter Ann Burnett

Leona Baumgartner Speaks on Philadelphia Dental Forum

Dr Leona Baumgartner a guest speaker at a four day Philadelphia County Dental Society convention argued for a tax funded dental research and care program for low income families She said 97 percent of children need dental care and proposed shifting funds from education to research to prevent decay.

Leona Baumgartner New York City U. S Philadelphia County Dental Society

Six KU Students to Perform Recital in Strong Auditorium

Six University of Kansas students will play in a 3:30? tomorrow recital in Frank Strong Auditorium. The program features Bach Pierrot's Serenade, Debussy, Massenet, and Chopin pieces performed by violinists, a pianist, and singers, including Bert Shoemake, Edward Utley, Barbara Hall, and Marvin Zoschke among others.

University of Kansas Frank Strong Atiobo Bach Pierrot Randergeer Bert Shoemake Debussy Edward Utley Magurkan Mysnarski Barbara Hall Burleigh Philadelphia Battison Haynes William C. Hail Aiee Massenet Termes Dodusey Hartmann Marvin Zoschke

Young Men Missed Chance At Stephens College Visit

Seattle story notes 600 UW men stood up for a planned visit from Stephens College touring girls. Assistant Dean of Men William H. Botzer calls it a misunderstanding as an advance agent sought courting crowds. Botzer doubts that many unattached men exist but will try again amid a flooded telephone exchange. The Stephens agent believed the response was a rejection and wired back that other plans were made.

Seattle University of Washington William H. Botzer Souht Es Corts Stephens College Columbia Botzer Stephens

Radio Schedule Highlights Wednesday February 19

Represents a dense list of radio programs across KMBC WREN WDAP WDAF and others for February 19, with music orchestras news broadcasts dramas and educational segments named including Know Your Music Tom Mix Easy Aces and City Hall Broadcasts. Multiple stations and a full day’s lineup indicate a busy Kansas City area listening schedule.

Wren KMBC Toy Bana WDAP Jack Armstrong Tom Mix WW Bab KKMBC Frea Waring Orch Frazier Hunt WDAF Mr. Meek Easy WRREN Edward G. Robinson Tony Martin Tih Manhattan Midwire Dr. Christian WDAK Vmlantation Party Thj Kmblu Elmer Davis Star Theater Luddie Cantor Wrin Jimmy Flynn KMGC Ailenn Miller Wbdaaf Kay Kyser Clayton Harbour Muchlebacn Wrtin Associated Press News KMBEC Whren Jimmy Dorsey Walter Gross Wiliutn Richard Himber KMLC Lob Wright Edgewater Beach Willin—Weavher Fred Waring KJBC Kansas City Xavier Cugat Vox WDAKF Ask-t-Basket Witkn Tommy Dorsey City Desk WDAE Aldrich Rochester Civic Orch Major Bowes WDAPK Music Hall WRIEN John B. Kennedy Glenn Miller Ruiy Wattee LKMBC Wdaak WMBC Gabriel Heatter KMLBC Ramos and Andy WDA Lanny Ross Woody Herman Midland Minstrels the World Today IXMBC Henry Busse Savoy Ballroom Mal Hallett KMBLC Bob Knight Weien A.P

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