Blessings Promised to All Who Fear the Lord
Psalm 118 verse 113 proclaims blessing for those who fear the Lord, extending to both the small and the great. This selection emphasizes reverence as a path to divine favor across ranks.
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Newspaper
Lawrence Journal World
Location
Lawrence, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Feb 26, 1941
Page
4
Aid Not Delayed By Lease Lead Bill Debate
A headline writer notes that prolonged debate on the lease lead bill would not deny any U S aid to Great Britain in its present need. Aid already in progress continues with broad public approval. The bill would primarily expand executive power and curb congressional duties under the Constitution, prompting calls for defeat or strict amendments.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
England
United States
Great Britain
Congress
Closed Shop Racket Draws Congress Ire Over Defense Delays
Congress hears criticism of the closed shop in defense work as strikes grow. A skilled worker testified for an employed group urging removal of job purchase requirements. The Lawrence federal employment office blocked jobs behind union demands, diverting defense funds and delaying government projects.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Congress
House
Federal Employment Office
Lawrence
Fort Riley
Defense
British Plans Weigh Balkans Pivot vs Africa Finish
British leaders face a decision on whether to finish the African campaign or divert troops to the Balkans to face the German threat. The report suggests a preference for completing Africa, which would yield a strategic advantage as Axis power would be pushed from the Mediterranean. Greece’s rejection of further British aid adds uncertainty about moving forces to the Balkans.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Balkans
Mediterranean
Greece
Italy
Balkans as asset or liability for Hitler unclear
The analysis notes that Balkans would pose control challenges and offer little in essential supply sources for Germany. Potential gain lies in securing a Mediterranean port, a goal Britain both opposes and may be unable to stop, possibly influencing Britain to finish its African victory.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Balkans
Hitler
Germany
Mediterranean
Topeka Meeting Highlights Election Canvass Fallout
Republican leaders lampooned Democratic speeches at Topeka while Democrats carefully canvassed for fraud or miscount evidence. The canvass undermined contest plans and state leaders then appealed to the senate election committee, which quickly stepped back, leaving the facts to speak for themselves.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Topeka
Senate Election Committee
Sentencing of Norwegians for aiding Britain shown
Late Awakening Berlin reports 17 Norwegians sentenced to death and seven to prison terms for helping the British. The piece notes European nations under German occupation realize only British victory can free them. It criticizes governments for underestimating Nazi influence and failing to defend in time.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Berlin
Germany
Norway
Britain
Winter kill hits crop and fruit losses in Douglas county
Estimates show 15 percent of Douglas county wheat acreage ruined by winter killing but the total frost damage extends beyond crops to fruit and shade trees, with the full toll still unknown. The harsh winter struck when it caused the most harm.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Douglas County
Whose Defense? Selectee’s Father Questions Duty to Work
The father of a selectee asks on what grounds a worker at Allis-Chalmers can refuse to work on government ordered defense production. He cites his son at Camp Custer and notes the government directs daily routines. The piece highlights defense labor tensions and minimal official response to potential strikes.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Kansas City Drovers
Chicago Journal of Commerce
Camp Custer
Allis-Chalmers
Lease-lead debate may end this week
A Wichita Eagle brief notes that the lease lead debate could conclude this week, boosting the chance for March to arrive softly like a lamb.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
March
Wichita Eagle
April Seeks Rest After Night of Turmoil and Secrets
April Burnett returns home badly hurt after a confrontation with Winkie Appleman and a train departure for Kent Carter. Family members monitor her condition as Ann prepares for an audition and Kent’s visit lingers in memory amid worry over Ann’s shy reputation.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
April
Winkie Appleman
Kent
Winkie
Ann
Octavia
Kent Carter
Mother
Dad
Vivana
Lamb
Flowers and Cards Mountain for April After Casa Blanca
In a reflective scene from a wartime era drama, April weighs life after trauma as flowers and get well cards pile up. Her mother Karns comforts her emphasizing rest, while memory of Hal and Pete lingers amid the bouquets.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Kent Carter
Andrew
Bruce Lane
April
Hal
Casa Blanca
Mother
Ann
Octavia
Pete
Congress Should Not Centralize War Power, Letters Say
A reader argues Congress must retain full constitutional powers during wartime. He urges shelving the lend-lease bill for two to four weeks to allow citizens to reflect, insisting the presidency not assume legislative control and warning against a one man government. Melvin J. Wheeler signs.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Congress
Europe
England
Melvin J. Wheeler
Europe in Chaos as War Drags On and Food Shrinks
In Dewitt Mackenzie's column, Europe faces collapse from economic disorganization, food shortages, and disease. Germany braces to wreck Britain with a blockade and to reshape Europe, while occupied nations suffer oil, metal, and food scarcities amid a widening war slump.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Europe
Germany
Mach
Sinclair
Royal Air Force
Adolf Hitler
Hitler
England
Britain
Balkans
London
Hich
Norway
Denmark
Holland
Belgium
France
Sweden
Spain
Italy
Washington
Reich
Big Six title wave at Mt. Oread as Kansas nets third major crown
The Big Six basketball pennant rises from Mt. Oread marking Kansas Jayhawks third major sports title in a year after victories by Dr. F G Allen proteges. Earlier, track under Brutus Hamilton and football under Bill Hargiss earned titles. Hoover veto override noted with 328 to 79 vote. Attics searched for gay nineties ball costumes at University club with chaperons named. guests include Roosevelt and others.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mt. Oread
Jayhawkers
F. GC. Allen
Kansas
Jayhawker
Brutus Hamilton
Bill Hargiss
Gridiron Gladiators
House
Hoover
University Club
Potter Palmer
Jay Gould
Fort Douaumont Falls to Germans at Verdun
Twenty five years ago Fort Douaumont, a Verdun fortress four miles northeast of the city, was stormed and captured by German forces yesterday afternoon. The piece notes officials preparing Lawrence street improvements, and discusses prospects of a Kansas oil belt and a Lawrence water plant bond election on March 14.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Journal-World BY the World Company
Simons
J. W. Murray
Dolph Simons
Massachusetts Street
Lawrences
Kansas
Lorenzen & Thompson, Inc
New York
West 44Th St
Chicago
North Michigan Ave
San Francisco
Sansome
Los Angeles
New Orpheum
Kansas City
Baltimore Ave
St. Louis
Star
Detroit
General Motors
Atlanta
Walton
Associated Press
Focal News
Audit Bureau OF Circulations
Lawrence
Fort Douaumont
Verdun
E. H. Dunmire
Lawrence White Way
Erasmus Haworth
University
Cowley County
Butler, Chase, Marion
Morris, Geary
Riley Wabaunsee
Pottawatomie
Marshall
Fraternal Aid Union Hall
Citizens Water Committee
A. J. Dicker
L.thompson
Kanas City
Two temperance crusaders shot in Topeka clash
In Topeka last night a battle between temperance crusaders and police left two crusaders wounded after a beer plant destruction. The governor signed funds for Quantrill raid bonds while a KU student met Mrs. Nation and received 400 Nation buttons to push students toward high standards. Bank deposits totaled 1 141 402 39. Miss Myrtle Baldrich returned from Kansas City and Lawrence ladies pursue Japanese embroidery revival.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Topeka
K. U
Carrie Nation
Nation
Myrtle Baldrich
Kansas City
Lawrence
Knowledge Hill Social Notes Highlight Charity and Visits
Mrs. M C Malone hosted a birthday party for daughter Carolina with games and refreshments. Attendees included Jimmy Rice and many local families. The Knowledge Hill club met February 19 for a covered dish luncheon and plans a March 5 meeting at Mrs Harold Skeet's home.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Harold Skeet
Baker Murphy
Richard
John Thiry
Hubert Thiry
Kansas City
Kan
Clide Thiry
Independence
Alvin Thiry
Lawrence
John Canary
W. C. Thiry
Alta Rice
Sioux Falls
J. W. Rice
Will Rice
Billy Gene
Jimmy
Frank Rowland
Sunda
Clifford Thiry
Gon
Willard
Community notes from Woodstock and surrounding towns
Church groups share topics on tolerance and self control led by Vernon Flory and Virgil Groves. A wedding unites Maudie Davison and Richard Flaherty in Washington DC. Local visits, club meetings, school enrollments, and family gatherings fill a busy week in MedSouth area.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Vernon Flory
Alexander
Christian Brotherhood
Lenora Zook
C. BE
Valley Grove
Virgil Groves
Janice Ieberhard
Walter Love
Sunnyside
Ladies Aid
W. A. Wellman
Ruth Means
Mc South
Norma Tarr
Ralph Robinson
Mmporla
Ecollege
Ware
Jefferson County
Barbara Zook
Nefghbors
W.C. Stewart
Rahph Stewart
McLouth
Ira Ward
Ward
Lawrence Ward
Russell Stewart
Merv
Ray Stewart
Maryin Stewart
Rose Bond
Jay Bond
Lawrence
Dan Means
Means
Charley Means
Mr. Means
Howard Crawford
Harvey Crawford
Beth Burk
Atchison
Radio Programs Schedule Synopsis for February 26 27
Detailed listing of radio programs and timings across KMBC WDAF WREN and others for Wednesday and Thursday nights. Includes Behind the News Know Your Music Newscasts Sportcasts Easy Aces Quiz Kids Tommy Dorsey and Glenn Miller, plus weather, prayers, and special broadcasts from 5:30 PM to 3:30 AM with multiple stations and performers.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Wren
KMBC
Mr. Meek
Wdaf
Edward G. Robinson
Tony Martin
Manhattan
Midnite
Christian
Elmer Davis
George Norrig
Star Theater
Eddie Cantor
Jimmy Flynn
Glenn Miller
Orch
Kay Kyser
Brigadier de Bevoise
John Kee
WRIEN
Amos and
Andy
WDAK
Lanny Ross
Horace Heidt
Midland Minstrels
Muehlebach Or
the World Today
Associated Press News
Jimmy Dorsey
Walter Gross
Richard Himber
Bob Knight
Budgewater Beach
Associated Press
Jack Armstrong
Tom Mix
Vox Pop
Easy Aces
Pot of Gold
Kxmlec
Ask-It-Basket
Tommy Dorsey
City Desk
Aldrich
Rochester Civile Orch
Major Bowen
Wdaf—Music Hall
John B. Kennedy
KMLC
Rudy Vallee
Gabriel Heatter
R.os and
Lanny Rossa
Woody Herman
Muchlebach
Dick_ Rogers
The
World Today
President Roosevelt
WMBRC
George Duffy
Savoy Ballroom
Mal Hallett
Hba Soc Ren Smbc
Rob Knight
A.P
Pile Hakeas
University of Kansas Roundtable
Siegfried Mickelson
Elmer Reth
Hilden Gibson
Also Mentioned on This Page
April Burnett
Dr. Campbell
Daffy
Daffodil
Goose
NEA Service, Inc
U. S. Senate
Dewitt MacKenzie
Harry Shepard
G.M Campbell
C. C. Krum
Glenn Allen
J. Don Kieffer
L. W. McNamara
Earl Foster
G. W. Campbell
Earl Rex
Galen Ware
Knowledge Hill
Woodstock
Optometrist
Peoples State Bank
Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation
Std
Massachusetts
Journal-World
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