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Newspaper

Lawrence Journal World

Location

Lawrence, Kansas, United States of America

Date

Feb 25, 1941

Page

4

Religious Quotation From Paul on Life and Death

A brief biblical verse excerpt from Philippians 1 21 22 notes that living in the flesh yields fruit of labor while dying is gain. The text contrasts living for Christ with the outlook of gain in death.

Churchill Dominates Dual European Dictator Speeches

Churchill’s recent broadcast contrasts with Mussolini and Hitler as he stresses Britain's readiness and Africa命 empire resilience. Mussolini promises vague outcomes and hints German aid, while Hitler signals a year of tough decisions and a new submarine war. Churchill is credited with stronger, more credible momentum for Britain.

Europe Mussolini Libya Greece Germany Fuehrer Hitler England Fuehrer Duce Winston Churchill Wavell Altho Italy Churchill Hitler

Westbrook Pegler Attacks Labor Leaders in Defense Skirmish

Pegler told a house committee that defense workers are being controlled by racketeering labor leaders. He cited fees and strikes draining wages and warned leaders dodge accountability. He argued unions hold a monopoly over labor and show troubling records.

Westbrook Pegler House America House Committee

Guiding principles of racketeering and union control

The government bears responsibility for union manipulation of workers says Witness Pegler. He argues workers must join unions to work legally and that the state must ensure unions are honest and not racketeering bodies. He calls for direct government handling of essential workers to avoid wage losses to union leaders.

Pegler Fort Riley

Landon Addresses Lease Lend Bill Critics in Lawrence

Landon focused on changes the lease lend measure would bring, stressing executive power over industry and everyday life while delaying foreign impact. He argued constitutional procedure must be preserved and urged further limits and amendments before passage.

Lawrence United States Landon

De Valera cites eight Irish ships attacked in war

De Valera told parliament eight Irish ships were attacked by warplanes since the war began and four were sunk. He said German planes were involved in each incident. Ireland maintains neutrality yet faces a war dividing its shores and questions who respects its neutrality.

de Valera

Senate committee targets campaign smears to restore decorum

A senate committee aims to end campaign smears, arguing such tactics spoil politics for many groups. They note the ongoing smear Hoover campaign as the sole method used thus far by some factions.

Senate Hoover

Courage and Duty in Petition for War Policy

Letter writer describes circulating a petition against U S involvement in foreign wars and in favor of constitutional limits and national defense. He notes varied reactions from citizens including Legionnaires and women, and cites Senator Reynolds’s warning about war debt and democracy.

Senate United States Capper Congress Keeving Congress of the Amer Reynolds North Carolina Crief

Al Capone faces contempt charge in federal court

Alphonse Capone appeared in court today to answer a federal contempt citation. The report notes heightened political activity as city primaries near with three candidates filing for the school board and several for finance commissioner. A 55th anniversary luncheon for the No Name club was held at the Colonial tea room, with remarks and a playlet by club members.

Alphonse Capone Liberty Memorial Atchison Carolyn Harper Charles Thomas Robert Edgar Hugh Randall Lawrence W. ©. McConnell George Kirchhoff W. K. Bruner al Johnston George Wetzel Floyd Lawrence W. W. Holyfield Ed Penchard Colonial Tea Room No Name Club S. B. Prentiss W. W. Cleland Alexander Hareart Robert Stanley Oread Haggart Hollywood Calif Frank Walters

Wartime telegrams to congressmen urge warning ships

Early today telegrams from William Jennings Bryan supporting the warning Americans off armed ships arrived in Washington. President Wilson reaffirmed opposition to congressional action and said American sea rights must be upheld at any cost. The German crown prince’s forces neared Verdun as battles raged nearby. The Kansas University Phi Beta Kappa chapter announced its annual election led by Miss Margaret Lynn and Carl Becker with seniors from Lawrence named. Mr and Mrs Ellis Johnston host a dinner for Grace Kemper and W Gordon at their home in Kansas.

William Jennings Bryan Washington Wilson Congress Clark Verdun Kansas University Phi Beta Kappa Margaret Lynn Kansas Carl Becker Lawence Jonathan Dow Nelie Kennedy Lulu MacCanles Sybil Woodruff Ellis T. Johnston Grace Kemper Rebekah

Poinsetts Club Hosts Gathering and Prize Winners

Mrs Perry Ewing entertained the Poinsetts club at her home Wednesday afternoon with her daughter Miss Jessie assisting. Mrs Crisin won the guessing contest prize as Mrs Johnston and other Lawrence residents attended along with officers and guests.

Sas Johnston Airs L. H. Peters Percy ‘Tibbais Rutheis J. A. Benson Bert Wiggins Gertie WK. Johnston A. Benson Alfred Lawrence J. R. Bidgood Lawrence Perry Ewing Poinsetts Club Jessie

Temperance Meeting Highlights In Lawrence And Local Notes

A large temperance meeting at the Congregational church in Lawrence was led by Dr. Cordley with W. F. Presley as secretary. Prof. Carruth spoke strongly, followed by Engineer McClure. The report mentions local harness manufacturing growth, a trip to Chicago by Mrs. J Gordon Gibb and Mr. Gibb, and the death of William Lescher.

Sheridan Dick Frank Davis Charles Hill Leavenworth Congregational Church Dr. Cordley W. F. Presley Carruth McClure Lawrence George H. Smith Black Horse Monk Smith J. Gordon Gibb Chicago Mr. Gibb William Lescher J. F. Filburn J. Brubaker Florence Clark Toneka

Britain faces triple submarine bombing invasion threat this spring

Dewitt Mackenzie assesses Hitler's plan to combine submarine warfare with bombing and a potential invasion of England in spring. He notes Mediterranean activity, Balkan targets, and Britain’s need for destroyers as American aid historical echoes return with U-boat campaigns shaping the fight.

Llttler Mussolini Britain England Hitler Atlantic Mediterranean London France Ben Balkans John Bull America

Love and danger collide at the station platform

April forgives Kent for a cruel ruse as a car strikes Winkie Appleman at the station. Kent punches Winkie after the confrontation, then a rookie escorts Kent to the train. April watches Kent depart, the scene ending as the train pulls away.

Kent April Ann

Night at the station leads to a police case cliffhanger

In a wintry scene a man named Winkie Appleman injures a passerby and threatens, while April pleads for help. She offers money to get medical aid, and Winkie demands ten dollars to stay silent. The tale ends with an unresolved cliffhanger as authorities loom.

Winkie Winkie Appleman Estes Kent April Anril Ann Dad

Radio Listings Chronicle February Evening Schedule

A dense list of radio programs for Tuesday and Wednesday evenings featuring many stations such as KMBC WDAF WREN KMBC and WRIEN. Programs include news summaries sports revues music orchestras talents like Fred Waring and Glenn Miller and shows like Easy Aces The Inner Sanctum Mystery and Allen comedy hours. The schedule covers time blocks from 5 30 PM through midnight with multiple stations broadcasting concurrent programs and weather forecasts.

Wren KMBC WDAF Jack Armstrong Tom Mix Fred Waring Orch KKMBC Askansas City Jane Cozzens Jimmy Dorsey Ben Bernie Court of Johnny IKX Grand Central Station Professor Quizz WDAP Glenn Miller Bob Hope Electricity & Defense Walter House Harold L. Ickes KMAC Amos and Andy WRIEN Woody Herman KMEC Lann Ross Aings Wdaf—Orchestra Midland Minstrels Muehlebach U.S Riverside KMLC WDAK Associated Press Nmbc—Orchestra Moonbeams Dick Rogers Bob Knight WDA l Meadowbrook Les Brown WDABP Frazier Hunt KMBO WDAKF WDAPF Toma Mix WLAK Mr. Meek KMEBC Edward G. Robinson Tony Martin Manhattan Midnite Kmbbc Dr. Christian Plantation Party WKMBC Elmer Davis George Norrin Wmlic Star Theater Eddie Cantor Jimmy Flynn Kay Kyser Brigadier de Revolse John Kee Km&c Whrieen KMBEC Kmi8c Lanny Ross Horace Heidt the World Today Wo—Wren Associated Press News Walter Gross Su—Wren Richard Himber Rob Knight Edgewater Beach A.P

Missionary society meeting held at Clinton Belvoir

Mrs. Gessie TDemeritt hosted the Missionary society gathering in Clinton Belvoir on an afternoon in February. Members recited prayers, read a parable, and heard a lesson on the Negro. Fifteen members reported acts and minutes were read. Officers elected included president Mrs. Joe Clough, vice president Mrs. V. Connor, and several secretaries. Refreshments followed with many attendees listed.

Gessie Tdemeritt Missionary Society Joe Clough V. Connor Fred Baldwin Ebon Anderson Mary Times Harvey Barton Prokram Connor Losh Glenn Cox Ray Starrell Laverne Swaimpselro Albo Abed Belvoir School Carter Anderson

Local Social Notes From Nearby Homes

Daughters Barbara and Jane visited Sunday a week ago at the Harry Murphy home No 6. Miss Vera Morgan home demonstration agent exiled at the Ebon Anderson home Monday. Mr and Mrs Edd Steele of Sigel spent Sunday afternoon with his mother Mrs Mary Steele. Mr and Mrs Harry Unger spent Sunday at Excelsior Missouri with Mr and Mrs Charles Sink and daughter. Don Patton ill in Junction City hospital slowly improving with no clear discharge date. he has worked as a carpenter at Fort Riley.

Barbara Jane Harry Murphy Vera Morgan Ebon Anderson Moneday Edd Steele Sigel Mary Steele Harry Unger Excelsior Charles Sink Don Patton Junction City Fort Riley

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