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Newspaper
Lawrence Journal World
Location
Lawrence, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Feb 20, 1941
Page
5
Topeka faces a secrecy dispute over welfare funding as a state panel resists disclosing details. Officials warn that blocking transparency could jeopardize county relief, with figures suggesting hundreds of thousands in annual welfare sums at stake and ongoing legislative friction between the Senate and House committees.
Istanbul reports a Turkish Bulgarian accord aims to keep Bulgaria from joining the Axis and bars German movement toward Greece. Bulgarian assurances to refrain from allowing German troops through Bulgaria heighten tensions in Thrace, with observers debating whether the pact aids Britain by nerve‑stiffening Bulgarian resistance or delays German penetration of the Balkans. Turkish, Bulgarian, and Romanian reactions mix warnings and defense of Greece Britain relations remain pivotal.
A marriage license is issued at the probate judge's office to Dwight I. Longe and Virola D. Manion of Atchison.
William H. Burke of Little River to address Kansas Democrats in Topeka on February 20 about the absentee ballot count that cost him the governorship by 480 votes. Marion Beatty says the event will close the 1940 campaign with gloves off but in good humor, featuring broadcasts of Burke and Sen. Claude Pepper.
Paris exhibits at the first spring show since the collapse of France feature large off the face hats and open top bandeaux to match slim bodices. Paquin presents bolero suits with printed blouses and tailored Cheek and brain material gowns as designers strive to reclaim the capital as the world style center despite scarce international buyers and reporters.
Daytime outfits featured flared skirts that reached just above the knees with high necklines and tightly fitted bodices. Principal colors included veranium red palma violet light grey turquoise navy white and black in wool checks tweed mixes tie silks and silk crepes with white lingerie touches under fitted over blouses.
Numerous families visited and hosted across Centrepolis and nearby districts including Mr. and Mrs. Lester Schwartz, Don Ehdo, Jorn, and Terry Schwartz visiting Charles and Thelma Schwartz. Several neighbors and relatives attended dinners and birthday suppers, with many names including Lila Roehle, Jane Anderson, Leonard Flory, Joe Wray, Delta, Ralph Tkenberry, Amos Flory, Vera Vie, Donald, Chester Wieser, Ted Wacker, Jenny Johanning, Carl Russell, Mary Churchbaugh, Wilk Price, Hieward, Sarah Crist, Ruth Flory, Mattie Banks, Russell Blenderson, Martha Jane, Nettie Russell, Charlene Jin, Orville Pohle, and more as gatherings and visiting continued through Centrepolis and surrounding areas.
Marion Childs and numerous families including the Thom as and Helen, Swimleys, Schwabs, Beeks, and Barkleys share Sunday and Monday visits and birthday dinners. Afternoon guests come from Lawrence Worden Lone Star and Centropolis as illnesses and recoveries are reported.
Supper guests Wednesday evening included Mr. and Mrs. Lester Schwalm and Marjorie. Roy Schwalm and Edgar visited the J. W. Breithaupt home Thursday afternoon. Lois Hepner stayed with Florine Boehle Thursday night. Lawrence guests Glen Ulrich Glenn Edward and Shirley joined Mr. and Mrs. Grover Ulrich and Russell for Sunday dinner. Mr and Mrs Bernard Benton moved to Lawrence from Baldwin where Benton will attend K U. Mrs Benton teaches at Union.
Mr and Mrs P E Harrell marked their 68th wedding anniversary today on the couple’s farm near Wamego. They reside on the farm where they have lived for many years. both are in their eighties with the husband 88 and the wife 84.
Don’t be annoyed by slipping false teeth. FASTEETH is an alkaline powder sprinkled on plates to keep teeth firmly set, with no gummy taste. Get FASTEETH at any drug store for security and added comfort.
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