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Newspaper
Lawrence Journal World
Location
Lawrence, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Feb 24, 1941
Page
4
Unity vs unity in lease-lead bill debate intensifies
The article argues a lack of unity remains over the lease-lead bill with administration leaders opposing further changes to preserve an appearance of unity. It notes that each amendment restricting power has drawn more congressional support and softened opposition, urging pursuit of genuine unity rather than mere appearances.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Congress
Defense labor strikes threaten national production
The piece argues that plant closures due to labor strikes disrupt defense output. It claims labor leaders ignore wartime needs and reject maintenance of production during settlements. It accuses the Office of Production Management of sending reassuring but conflicting signals and calls for unity in the defense production body.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Office For Production Management
O. P.M
Where Government Starts in City Primaries
The city primaries in early March mark grassroots democracy in action. Citizens gain a voice in local offices and taxes, keeping self-government alive through voting and civic duties.
Germans in Sofia In disguise among Bulgarian streets
German general staff officers entered Sofia in plain clothes with boots visible under raincoats. Locals revealed their identity quickly as radicals protested German penetration outside a top hotel. The Bulgarian government aimed to avoid actions delaying the German advance.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Sofia
Bulgaria
Warming Over Topeka Talk On Election Results
The piece says Kansas Democratic speakers at Topeka spoke of conspiracies and fraud after last November’s state election but produced no charges or evidence. It argues Democratic leaders talked but did not back claims with proof and that current remarks are recycled.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Kansas
Topeka
Permanent Building at University By WPA Promises Jobs
The new military building to be built at the university by the WPA will provide work for skilled artisans including stonecutters and masons who have had limited demand. It will house military departments and free space for other university departments to use for additional staff.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
WPA
Army
Experts say Germany starves its forces and people
Washington experts warn that Germany, which controls much of Europe, struggles to feed its army a balanced diet. The same shortages extend to the civilian population, as Nazi war production consumes scarce food and fails to deliver nutrition.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Washington
Germany
Europe
Balkans clash over Bulgaria Turkey pact meaning
Observers split on whether the Bulgaria Turkey non aggression pact guarantees Nazi passage. Some argue the pact means nothing to obstruct the route while others disagree. A clear verdict appears imminent within days.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Balkans
Bulgaria
Turkey
Debate Over Lease-Lead Bill Draws Partisan Showdown
Republicans and Democrats clash over a lease-lead bill with both sides trading sharp arguments and denunciations. The exchange signals a polarized battle as opponents insist on the measure’s flaws while supporters push for passage.
End of a Thousand Years of Peace in IEeland
German raids shattered Ieeland's long peace record. Teeland faces direct contact with Nazi era theories as the twentieth century begins.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ieeland
Teeland
Morgenthau Seeks Faster Mint Production
The Horton Tri-County News notes Morgenthau aims to expand minting capacity, arguing current equipment cannot match spending speed. The piece highlights policy push for increased output to accelerate money creation.
Mussolini Faces Libyan Debacle And Mediterranean Strategy
The wartime column argues Mussolini shifts blame for Graziani’s Libyan defeat, notes Graziani’s large force and lost ships, and details British control of the central Mediterranean. It discusses potential Allied moves toward Greece and the contested fate of Salonika amid Balkan tensions.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Signor Mussolini
Italy
Africa
Duce
C Graziani
Graziani
Mussolini
Tenth
Mediterranean
mid-Mediterranean
Greece
Balkans
Fone
Gregiani
Hitler
Britain
Thrace
Turkey
Salonika
Armistice Extension Prolongs Siam Indochina Truce
Tokyo reports Thailand Siam and French Indochina extend armistice by ten days to March 7. The cabinet information bureau announces the second extension as observers expect talks on settlement terms. Another meeting is scheduled for tomorrow.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Tokyo
Thailand
Siam
Indo- China
Cabinet Information Bureau
Supreme Court upholds eighteenth amendment validity
The Supreme Court sustained the eighteenth amendment today, enabling continued enforcement of the Volstead Act. Reports from Kansas note ongoing Prohibition pressure and governmental actions, alongside local social events and personal notices in the community.
Dutch Become an Economic Colony
Reports from Washington state the Nazi conquest of the Netherlands aims to turn the country into a directed economy under German control. Major Dutch shipping moves to German ports and Dutch finance industry and agriculture fall under occupation, with food shortages and rationing worsening as unemployment rises and workers are sent to Germany.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Washinton
Beb
Netherlands
Hurane
Rotterdam
Amsterdam
Hamburg
Bremon
Svar
Holland
Reichminister
Seyss-Inauart
Hitler
Seyss-Trquart
Germany
Amateur Photographic Contest at Granada and Lawrence Club
The Granada theater and the Lawrence Amateur camera club sponsor an open contest. Entries must be mounted on 16 by 20 inch boards and sized at 8 by 10 inches or larger. Submissions close at 9 o clock in March with prizes of 5 and 2 and 1 dollars for first second and third.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Granada Theater
Lawrence Amateur Camera Club
Granada
Dancing Ban Rumor Circulates in Germany
Berlin reports a German source recalling rumors that dancing would be forbidden on March 1. The note warns readers not to treat the date as certain and says abstaining from dancing in March would be customary rather than mandated.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Berlin
Germany
Albe
Postmasters to Meet in Topeka February 24
The Kane County branch of the National Association of Postmasters will hold its annual convention in Topeka on February 24. President R. I. Pafford of Salina announced the event and Wichita will host the related activities.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Kansas
Topeka
Kanesas
National Association of Postmasters
Wichita
R. I. Pafford
Salina
Induction in Hospital Nears for Barker
In Wichita on February 2, Private Claude T. Barker of Pratt entered a civilian hospital for induction into the army. He developed appendicitis before the ceremony and was moved to the veterans' hospital where an operation was performed. Induction officer Captain Jack F. Theakston secured authority to induct Barker at the hospital, and Barker recovered in good condition.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Wichita
Claude TH. Barker
Pratt
Barker
Army
Veterans’ Hospital
Jack F. Theakston
April and Kent in a snowbound accident cliffhanger
In a tense scene April faces truth and guilt as she pretends to be Ann to win Kent. A desperate drive toward the train station ends in a fatal car collision with the 7 oclock express just as confessions surface. The chapter closes on a cliffhanger.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
April
Pattonsville
Concert Tonight by KU Glee Clubs in Hoch Auditorium
University of Kansas glee clubs present an annual spring concert in Hoch Auditorium tonight at eight. The varied program blends entertaining pieces with classical selections featuring the Women’s and Men’s Glee Clubs, including choral works, folk songs, and modern arrangements.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
University of Kansas
Hoch Auditorium
O'Clock
Home Owners Show Details At Armory Event
The Home Owners 19417 Electrical show sponsored by Kansas Electric Power will be held in the armory Wednesday at 7:30 PM. Free tickets are at K OE PL, 700 Massachusetts. The basement display covers Totneint electrical appliances with a push button dishwasher automatic heater and Bendix laundry. Featured GE electric blanket and home appliances will be explained with ranges refrigerators and water heaters. An hour long entertaining movie will be shown and University of Wisconsin students provide a short skit. Coffee and doughnuts will be served.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Kansas Electric Power Company
Armory
K. OE. PL
Massachusetts Street
General Electric
Bendix
University of Whcensins
Cherryvale Team Wins Ottawa Contest for Permanent Trophy
Cherryvale’s Future Father of America team won the Ottawa Wip Doctrline contest securing a second team on the permanent trophy. Wiebland Park finished second and Poola third. Individual high scorer was Howard Tinehall of Cherryvale with Wesley Wulfkuhl of Highland Park taking second.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Cherryvale
Ottawa
Cherrvenale
Father of America
Nurse Edith Cavell honored on stamp in Canada
A stamp depicts nurse Edith Cavell, World War I heroine executed on October 12, 1915. The note recalls her Brussels hospital work, aiding wounded and assisting escapes, and how her death mobilized Britain and influenced opinions abroad. Mount Edith Cavell in Alberta, Canada, commemorates her memory.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Edith Cavell
Britain
Great Britain
Germany
Canada
Canadian Rockies
Alberta
Local Socials and Sports Update from Osare City
Forty years of celebration mark a guests night at Mr. and Mrs. Presley home with six game tables. Mrs. Lait hosts a party for Miss Helen Ingle with prizes awarded to Eva Barrett and Miss Mavel. A work incident reports Charles Fllis injuring his hand lifting sheet iron. Kansas University falls to Haskell Indians 28 to 12 in basketball. J. M. Brewer relocates from Osare City to the Riale property at Arkansas and Henry. Miss Hattie Ridley returns to Hendee's after a 14 day absence.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
W. F. Presley
Charles Lait
Helen Ingle
Eva Barrett
Mavel
Charles Fllis
Penchard’s
Kansas University
Haskell Indians
J. M. Brewer
Osare City
Riale
Arkansas and
Henry Streets
Hattie Ridley
Hendee’s
Local Social and Club Events In Baldwin
Mrs. Bervi Alten Mitchell of Ottawa visited John B. Moss who has been ill. Frank Leitake hosted his bridge club on Grove street. Beulah Presen Stewart attended a Washington day gathering in Topeka. Families returned to Goldwin from Nemountion City. Baker debaters traveled to Parkville Missouri for non-decision debates. Several club activities and meetings are noted including American Legion Auxiliary sewers, Philathmathenn readings, quilt block project, Mother's club talk on Mental Hygiene, and Valentine events.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Bervi Alten Mitchell
Ottawa
John B. Moss
Frank
Leitake
Grove Street
Beulah Presen Stewart
Topeka
Dre
Wiley al Weve
Lhere
American Legion Auxiliary
Lloyd Beaton
Ween
Wadsworth
Roger Martin
Philatmathenn Club
van Jersey Strreet
Mamie van Landingham Cave
Chib
OL RL Keeler
James Bufton
Mary Bufton
J. C. Young
Kansas City
Bill Abbott
Baker
W. OH. Garrett
Harriet Osborne
Tri Delta
Hiram Weld
F. H. Bell
1-Deal Bridge Club
Pine Room
American Legion Auxiliars
Edward Karelle
North Firth Street
Reeran Oon
Americanism
A. BR. Preston
Ho W. Counts
Reger Martin
Valley Chapel Amirs Visit Highlights Local Family Ties
A jumble of names and events describes visits by Williamstown locals, including Mrs. Walter Wilbur and extended relatives, to friends and neighbors. The report mentions gatherings with teachers and mothers of the district, a Valentine box, and social rounds among residents such as the Longeneckers and Dunns.
Radio Schedule Highlights February Evening Listings
A dense list of radio programs for February 24 25 with multiple stations and show names. It includes music orchestras bands news, sports reviews, and entertainment features featuring Armstrong Dorsey Dorsey’s orchestras and various named programs like Weather Forecast News and The Answer Man.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Sruu- Wes Ein
Lirias
Wallic
Wren
Tom Mix
Wlabp
Nowscast
KMECH
Sports Review
GWU
Newant
WirlAb—bred
Wwaring
Rsportesciisk
Kmiuc
Y.du
Waldc-Hadie Theatre
Wak
LW. S
WbAb
Ewittin
Chiamber
Doris
Kalco Lomberdo
Orel
WirAi —Biurns
Allen
National Radio
Iiv
Drene Lich
Jusvuain
Amos
Newseast
KKMBU
Lanny Ross
Ades Brown
Orch
Wii
Muenlebach
Assucated Press
Aboonbeuatins
Tlw
Wien
Jimiy Dorsey
M Cucbies Leek
Plidgu
Alphnny Gilbert
Chottiestra WilAbr
Astweud Park
G—-Kmibu
Thw —-Wehen
Associated Press
Bt News
RMI
Ize Widen
Jee
WILEN
MES
WiAb
Watek Armstrong
Jaue Cozzens
B.do
Pleasy
Jimi Dorsey
Ken Bernie
t—Court of Missing Heirs
Johnny Resents
Wen
KMIC
Central Station
KMC
Quiza
Woarph— Fibber
Mallys
Tienn Miller
Orb
Bob Hope
Witin
Electricity & Defense
Ysui McS
Woael
Alnele Walter
Edward Weeks
MVM
WY $S
WMEC
Prairie Sweethearta
Jonny
KMOUC
Amos and Andy
WRIEN
Woody Herman
Focige
Iuaines Ross
Wilabp
Wiolien
Lycoy
Midland Minstrels
Whpaef
iHotel Muehlebaen Or
WIENS
Gov't
1Qoto
WHIEN
Mal Hazlett
IWS
Liwe
Wseast
Widesar
Bs— Wald Slrchestra
Wif—Moonbeams
Wijtmin
Dick Rogers
Bob Nnnight
WNP
Meadlow Worack Orch
Wren—Jausch Denny
Funeral service held for Herbert Hunter in Lawrence
Mrs Robert Wilson attended the funeral at the Constitutional church in Lawrence on Tuesday afternoon for Herbert Hunter. A few attendees gathered after services as the week site noted the event.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Lengatechker
Robert Wilson
Herbert Hunter
Contresutional
Lawrence
Bethel Mroo and Hoffmans Visit Lawrence Family
Bethel Mroo and Mrs. John Hoffman spent Sunday in Lawrence with their son and daughter in law Mr and Mrs Ralph Hoffman. They visited at the hospital to see nieces Mrs Otto Barton and Delbert Wottmann born February 13 accompanied by his mother Mrs Wilson of Nemasti. The party spent Monday with relatives Mr and Mrs Been Totti and left Tuesday morning for southern Missouri to tend to a farm they purchased last fall near Wel Mel. Mrs Wilson will stay with her daughters Hiete and Mrs John Hoffnung.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Supreme Court
Governent
Clell Todd, Jr
Twelfth
Kentucky
John Selig
Armin Woestemeyer
M. N. Bridge Club
Lislesby
Lawrence
A. B. Weaver
New York
West Indies
Panama Canal
South America
Friar
T. L. Davis
Wichita
K. W. Pringle
Lauren Hunter
Contract Club
George Kirchhoff
J. R. Payne
C. C. Stewart
Nellie Ely
Joseph Arthur Ely
Arkansas City
John Corlett Cotton
C. A. Cotton
Topeka
First Presbyterian Church
William H. Dietz
N. B.C
Bridge Club
Mroo
John i Hoffman
Ralph Hoffman
Otto Barton
Delbert Wottmann
Aiother
Wilson
Nemasti
Been Totti
Missouri
Hiete
John Hoffnung
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Atianta
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Focal News
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Audit Bureau OF Cir
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Aim Bidz
Indo-China
C. A. Morehouse
Fritz Meon
George Washington
C. W. Ogle
Grace Riebe
Lawrence Business College
Gore
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Verdun
Beaumont
Forest of Herbe
Irvin S. Cobb
United States
K. U
Cobb
Ella Doering
Review Club
Martha Washington
W. T. Carpenter
Ray Gaffney
Edith Snow
H.C. Flower
War Relief Executive Committee
Newt
Ann Ds
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Reut
Ann
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Elixabeth Carter
Avril
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Anvril
Gary Piewis
Kate Marsterscht
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Suilley
Ciion
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Valley Chapel
Amir
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Fearden Wilhim
Williamstown
Walter Wilbur
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