Passage Quoted from Isaiah 43 2
A Bible verse fragment emphasizes divine protection through waters and fire. The wording echoes Isaiah 43 2. The line reassures readers that dangers will not overwhelm or harm them.
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Newspaper
Lawrence Journal World
Location
Lawrence, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Jan 06, 1940
Page
4
A Bible verse fragment emphasizes divine protection through waters and fire. The wording echoes Isaiah 43 2. The line reassures readers that dangers will not overwhelm or harm them.
The article discusses the shift to multi budget plans in Congress, the President’s budget submission, and the proposal to form a congressional committee to draft a competing budget. It notes congressional dissatisfaction with the President’s emphasis and Taft’s challenge to balance the budget, questioning the President’s record on economy.
The first Jackson day dinner celebrated extinguishing the national debt and the Battle of New Orleans. Republicans cite a 1836 toast about debt payment as a nation strength and union glory, while Democrats dismiss the debt topic as impertinent. Modern dinners are seen as praising debt and payroll growth under current administration.
The state department has formally notified Great Britain it will hold the British government fully responsible for losses incurred when American ships enter British control ports in the combat zone. American vessels enter under duress due to American law forbidding entry, and only to aid the British blockade of Germany. Ships risk time, mines, submarines, and air attacks, with no American fear.
The article argues Britain will be held responsible if its policy endangers American ships. It notes that direct attack or damage by Britain may be discussed calmly with good temper to maintain orderly resolution. The piece emphasizes safeguarding vessels under British policy.
Bid and opposition greet the suggestion that the secretary of the navy could grant Roosevelt emergency power to seize factories for naval construction. Many will reject such power in peacetime, fearing a wartime model of rigid control and subjection of private effort. Americans doubt a need for such drastic action without an immediate crisis.
The Ottawa Herald reports the Franklin county court house statue has an aluminum paint coat and claims state officials plan to paint the state house dome similarly to enhance floodlighting. It notes William Allen White’s caustic Ottawa critique and awaits his reaction.
The piece notes threats to the Scan dinavian countries may delay aid to Finland while Germany signals readiness to assist Russia. It recalls Finland receiving diverse help and comments on Germany’s wartime strategy and lessons unlearned.
The Reds report no war news but it is understood that a portion of their army is returning. The statement implies a strategic pullback or redeployment without official confirmation.
In 1937 Congress enacted a law creating a new deal agency to set minimum coal prices. It has spent about 3 million dollars annually, built a payroll of 1400, and collected 12 million words of testimony and two boxcars of exhibits. No prices are due before April 15 1940, and any announcement is likely to trigger broad opposition from coal operators and consumers.
A ten year cycle of warm weather ends as a cold wave from western Canada with 25 mph winds pushes Kansas temperatures down to five above zero. The Municipal Christmas Basket committee reports 345.35 cash received and 218.58 spent. funds to needy families via city nurse Minnie Scott. The R. E. Proth home was burglarized with radio, iron, clock, clothing and jewelry stolen. In social news, Ed Anderson chairs the purchasing committee. Olneys host dinner for multiple guests. Vinona Olson's birthday honored with classmates. G A R allied orders and relief groups install officers led by Hattie Lescher with Rose Fordice as chaplain and Winnie Lyons as secretary, among others.
Local items report possible start of country club clubhouse foundation this week. Wayne Wingert presided a prohibition resolution at the Alpha Tau Omega national convention in Nashville with all but two chapters voting, no dissent. Kansas City Kaw Valley and Western Railway received authority to issue 2.5 million dollars in ten year first mortgage gold bonds. Baptist church held its first election in years with nominations for deacons trustees and officers. A home remedy for dark hair remains popular and a plan for monthly university convocation services near term is announced with Professor R A Schwegler delivering the first sermon. Hair switches offered at 1.98 each.
A 1939 serial story faced interruption due to copyright concerns raised by NEA Service Inc. The issue halted distribution and prompted editors to assess licensing status and rights, affecting continued publication of the feature.
The Family Doctor reviews erysipelas, its origins in nosal and ear scratches, and historic treatments. It notes Cook County Hospital data showing 85 percent of cases begin in the nose or ear, compares sulfanilamide outcomes with earlier methods, and highlights a death rate drop from 13.4 percent (1929-33) to 2.0-2.5 percent with sulfanilamide (1934-38).
The writer questions aid to munition factories in central states, praising self reliance while preferring nonmilitary industry in Kansas and Nebraska. He cites Concordia Kansas as a safe hub and cautions industrialists like Rolla Clymer and Oscar Stauffer against pushing Skoda works here. Earl Browder is noted.
Secretary Wilson of the agriculture department described the open door policy with China as crucial for U S commerce. He asserted that anything produced in the United States would reach all parts of China, securing future trade relations. Carlisle Indians visit Haskell Institute this afternoon after arriving from California.
A collection of brief quotations spanning tax policy by Senator Bankhead, church state separation remarks by Joseph Lewis, optimism for reduced trade barriers after World War II led by Col. Frank Knox, and a note on the Americas and Secretary Woodring.
Marcelene Gibson helped with chores at Mrs. Walter Harbour’s and various neighbors attended showers, birthdays, and church events. The Rainbow class held a Christmas kiss party, and many local residents helped with New Year activities and a county wolf drive. Wheat moisture concerns and rising rabbit numbers were noted. Range Line school resumes with three new pupils Kathern Wilner Dayle Clark and nine students enrolled as the first semester begins at Baldwin high.
A detailed broadcast lineup lists programs across stations WREN WDAF WMAC KMRC NKMHIC WDAR KMBOC KMBC WRIEN WMBC WDAP KMIC and more. The schedule includes The Green Hornet Sky Blazers News and various musicales and dramatic programs through 7:30 PM.
A dense listing of radio programs across WDAF KMBC WREN and others for Saturday and Sunday, noting shows from Serenade to News Casts, orchestras, cartoons, and special programs with times and host names. Several prominent figures and bands appear such as Glenn Miller, Ray Noble, and Harry Owens in a rapidly changing timetable.
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