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Newspaper
Lawrence Journal World
Location
Lawrence, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Feb 23, 1940
Page
4
A brief excerpt contrasts costs and gains with a biblical line. It cites 2 Corinthians 12 9 about grace and weakness as a guiding sentiment. The fragment mentions monetary amounts 6.00 2.50 and 3.00 in a mixed context. It reads as a devotional or inspirational snippet.
In Topeka a proposal from Wichita's Innis D. Harris calls for Democratic candidates to stay in the race and let rank and file voters choose. He criticizes the current practice of drafting slate nominees to preserve harmony and argues for genuine party democracy.
Turkish leaders, as reported by the press, intend to enter the war without delay if any attack targets the Balkans. They believe a united stand against German Russian coalitions is essential for success and will push Turkey to aid the first invader. The note urges small democracies to consider this stance.
Washington debates President Roosevelt’s possible third term as he rests in southern latitudes. Commentators say he might retire but feels compelled to run if allies face defeat. Opponents fear his judgment could burden the nation, possibly delaying aid to allies. A decision against a third term could ease tensions and rally support for democratic nations.
Debated census inquiries seen as prying into private affairs with critics objecting. The census bureau promises the information will be kept inviolate by the bureau and any other government agency.
The cen sus bureau aims to reveal trends in national life. The Iola Register notes a Missouri Pacific freight engine in Iola now uses a mellow whistle, easing ear splitting tones. Lawrence residents hope other railroads adopt the quieter whistle as well.
Eight Americans who fought for the Spanish loyalist army and were confined since the war have been released. They may call it hard luck, but others see it as luck and relief that many other outcomes could have occurred.
A German envoy heads to Bucharest to press Romania over unfulfilled Nazi oil and product demands. Romania vows to mobilize more troops, nearing a million under arms, and appears prepared to express regret for not meeting German expectations.
Russians pressed demands on Finland to destroy the Mannerheim line before hostilities. The Finns refused, and much of the fortification still stands where it was constructed.
In a week of elections, the party backing a proposal for a separate peace with Germany was swamped. The current status of other groups who have made peace with Germany appeared unfavorable, extending to South Africa.
An emergency call mobilized a full Scout troop in 81 minutes to chase a bandit car that turned out to be a plant. Some of the boys' fathers should have joined the demonstration, as the easy ruse showed how simple it is to stay indoors at night.
A Kansas woman tells her husband he cannot proceed with a planned operation. She has spent the money set aside for the affair on spring clothes, following remarks about Jimmy Roosevelt and a nurse.
In a year known for lavish campaigning Congress trims spending as lawmakers seek self-preservation. The Kansas City Star notes the tension between political excess and prudent conduct.
The Harveyville Monitor cautions readers about wearing a new sealskin coat, joking that it may cause rabbit fever. The note reflects light local wit in a brief item.
A once in a century sky show begins this evening in New York and runs through February. Mercury Jupiter Venus Saturn and Mars appear in a diagonal string above the setting sun, with Venus nearest Earth in size among the group and other planets growing fainter with distance.
Ann Brown, a 15 a week orphan, frets over a future in a sprawling city. She debates mailing a reply to a mysterious benefactor while juggling work at a hat shop, sewing at the Center, and memories of a volatile past as she ponders a possible family link to Irene Temple.
President Hoover left the White House this afternoon by motor for Alexandria Virginia to review a parade and pageant honoring George Washingtons birth. The town hosted a Washington tea party and patriotic events with local families and schools in attendance.
Twenty five years ago Lawrence faced isolation as rain shifted to snow overnight, straining telephone and telegraph lines and cutting communication links for residents and businesses.
Linwood residents Mr. and Mrs. James Wilson and daughters Goldie and Helen plus Bud Lawrence visited Miss Ora Wilson in Moran. Bonner Springs couple Mr. and Mrs. Ed Meinke called on W. E. Meinke. Monticello guests Mr. and Mrs. Fred Rucker and daughter Charlene and Mrs. Dora Kueker dined with Mr. and Mrs. C. E. Kueker. Western guests Mr. and Mrs. Lester McNatt and daughter Jeanene and Mr. and Mrs. Clyde Craig with Elmer from Kansas City called on Mr. and Mrs. John Snider. The Eastern Star met in DeSoto Wednesday evening. Doris Dowers of Lawrence visited Mary Eleanor Harbaugh Saturday.
A dense schedule of radio programs across WREN KMBC WDAF and WIBW with daily time slots for music news drama and variety shows including Headliners like Ed McConnell Jack Armstrong and Captain Midnight along with concert hours newscasts and special themes around February 24 to 25 spanning late evening into after midnight.
Paris dispatch reports French Sergeant Edouard Sales decorated for downing four German planes. The official journal notes his fourth victory fell in flames after he chased the Nazi aircraft 12 miles into German territory, earning the Croix de Guerre.
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