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Newspaper
Lawrence Journal World
Location
Lawrence, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Jan 09, 1940
Page
4
City clears Massachusetts street snow swiftly
City authorities moved quickly to remove snow from Massachusetts street with a larger workforce. The effort ensured free passage along the main business thoroughfare and reflected a sustained budget practice for snow removal, aided by timely action and readiness.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Massachusetts Street
Political Armies and the British Shake-Up
The cabinet reshuffle in England sparks debate over Hore-Belisha the war minister and the push for a democratic army. Analysis compares Spain and Russia with political commissars, noting the tension between democracy and battlefield effectiveness and the Finns’ pragmatic approach.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
England
Hore-Belisha
Great Britain
Spain
Red Army
Russia
Britain
Army reform debated to improve command of fighting forces
The discussion centers on making someone else the civilian head of the fighting forces. Army reform may come from various angles, but the current role remains to fight and win.
Missouri Feud in Jackson Day Politics
Missouri politics show a public feud between a senator and a governor that clouds Democratic prospects. Republicans may gain as the split weakens the party. Both leaders share views and a past with Boss Pendergast and now seek control, making a unified Missouri Democrats unlikely.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Clark Stark
Missouri
Pendergast
Democratic Party
Dies Committee Faces Praise Amid Criticism Over Campaign
The Dies committee to investigate un American activities draws mixed reaction. Critics claim harsh methods and aims but supporters say the panel proves its necessity through its work. International developments have strengthened the committee’s standing despite smear efforts.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Dies Committee
Dies
Germany threatens march through Sweden and Hungary over Finland aid
Germany warns it will march through Sweden if allies aid Finland across Nordic soil and through Hungary to seize Romania’s oil and wheat. Italy offers aid to Hungary if attacked as Rome seeks to curb Nazi and Soviet Balkan influence while Sweden and Norway fear proximity of war and hope to stay neutral.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Germany
Sweden
Finland
Hungary
Romania
Italy
Russia
Balkans
Norway
Scotch Lessons for US Debt Said by Kansan-Republican
A Kansan Republican urges studying Scotch management for decades to address the national debt and annual deficit, suggesting outsiders provide practical lessons for liquidation and budgeting.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Newton Kansan
Snow Buries Lawrence as Record Fall Surges This Month
Lawrence endures a heavy blizzard with foot plus depths the heaviest since March 1912 while Prof Posey notes this month exceeds all of 1929. Wheat prices slide as May futures dip to 1.89 amid sharp open. Edward Bok dies at Florida estate. no tip basketball debate at Kansas University game against Mexico City.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Lawrence
C. J. Posey
Weather Observatory
K. U
Edward W. Bok
Netherlands
Florida
Mexico City
James Naismith
Woman’s League of the Methodist Church
J. W. Carter
Jacob Badsky
Minna Brinkman
E. F. Engel
Fred Doane
H. F. DeWolf
R. L. Hildenbrand
E. G. Vernon
Chris Feucht
J. W. Howard
Alfred Lawrence
W. C. Ellis
J.L. Harris
L. E. Hoover
L.E. Eby
G. A. Overton
H. L. Dunkerley
R. ©. Ardrey
Wartime wedding plan in London prompts emotional turmoil
Dr Mary Winters accepts marriage to Gilbert Lenox in a wartime registry ceremony though torn by love for Vincent Gregg. Mary notes resistance to revealing her true identity as she balances loyalty, danger, and the comforts of new presumed life with Lenox in London.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mary Carroll
London
Vincent Gregg
Mary
Carla Marchetta
Gilbert Lenox
Ae Ae Pry
Dr. Lenox
Vincent
Gilbert
Carla Maronetta
Charing Cross
Anna Winters
Soho Square
France
Bank of England
Vincent Greggs
America
Carla Athetta
Etaoin Shrdlu origins and a fashion interlude in London
A summary of Etaoin Shrdlu as a print shop relic born from operator error in Linotype machines, paired with a scene of Mary shopping at Selfridges in Oxford Street. She selects a royal blue outfit to complement her eyes and a recovered mood after a recent accident, noting blue as her preferred color.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Shrdlu
Harpo Marx
Etaoin Shrdlu
Etaoin
Mary
Selfridges
Oxford Street
Moravia
Ponce-Townsend
London
Radio Programs Schedule Showcases Daily AM and PM Lineup
A dense listing of radio programs for Tuesday and Wednesday January evenings and late night across WREN KMBC WDAF WDAPF and WRFN. The guide includes show titles hosts orchestras news summaries and dramatic readings with multiple timeslots and overlapping schedules. Names include Bud Barton Ed McConnell Jack Armstrong Tom Mix Orphan Annie Fred Waring Glenn Miller and more along with university ensembles and spotlight broadcasts.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Wren
Bud Barton
KMBC
WDAF
Aldrich
Edward G. Robinson
Johnny Presants
Horace Heidt
Brent House
Walter
Amos and
Andy
Jimmy Fidler
Edgewater Beach
Lou Breeze
Paul Whiteman
Muehlebach
Woody Herman
Carl Lorsch
WRFN
Johnny Messner
Meadow Brook
Smitin
Ed Sidounell
WDAPF
Jack Amstrong
Aie Er
Tom Mix
Pinocchio
Fred Waring
Orch
Europe
Burns and Allen
Johnny Green
Orca
Pearce’s Gang
Hollywood Playhouse
Quicksilver
Dr. Christian
Avalon
The
Star Theatre
Town Hall
Wren—Radio Guild
Glenn Miller
Kay Kyser
H. V. Kaltenborn
Amos and Andy
Ray Kinney
Lum
Abner
Ted Fio Rito
AL Donahue
KKMBC
Vincent Lopez
Glen Gray
Heywood Broun and the Art of Style
A journalist reflects on Heywood Broun's influence as a stylist despite accusations of insincerity and political stunt. The piece contrasts his literary craft with public perception, noting Broun's prose charm and lasting impact on American letters while questioning his moral and intellectual integrity.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Heywood Broun
Broun
Somerset Maugham
Maugham
Braun
Fool’s Paradise
Charles Dickens
Westminster A Cappella Choir to Broadcast on KFKU
The Westminster A Cappella choir will present a program on station KFKU tomorrow at 6 PM directed by Dean D. M. Swarthout. Pieces include Angel's Song Glory Be to God Little Jesus Ho and works by MacGimsey Thompson Denman Thompson Tschesnokov and Rachmaninoff.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Westminster A Cappella Choir
KFKU
Dean D. M. Swarthout
Jesus
Robert MacGimsey
van. Denman ‘Thompson
Paul Tschesnokov
Dail Rachmaninoff
Propaganda critique from Representative Hamilton Fish
A quotation from Representative Hamilton Fish of New York labels Americans as overly accepting of propaganda, reflecting a critical stance on media manipulation or political messaging. The remark signals concern over public susceptibility and the impact on national discourse.
Merchants carnival talk and library book shortage noted
Four decades ago residents discussed a merchants carnival at the opera house near month end. The city library held five copies of Richard Carvel, not half enough to meet demand. Sigma Chi reported a boiler explosion at the chapter house causing minor basement damage.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Opera House
Richard Carvel
Sigma Chi
David Horkmans
Company H
Philippines
Lawrence
Watkins Bank
J. House
Co. A. Hill
J. C. Moore
C. H. Tucker
J. B. Watkins
W. E. Hazen
A. C. Mitchell
A.C.E Whist Club
C. A. Preyer
Will Griffith
Julia Righter
Refugee Voices Call for Peace and Aid Worldwide
Quotes from church leaders and aid officials arrive in New York touching on postwar world order and refugee relief. Dr George A Buttrick urges unmerited poverty and fear banishment while Clarence E Pickett notes refugees as consumers not labor rivals. Odd Nansen highlights Finland Soviet Russia war refugee issues.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Federal Council of Churches of Christ In America
America
George A. Buttrick
Federal Council of Church of Christ-in- America
Clarence E. Pickett
American Friends Service Committee
Finland
Soviet Russia
Odd Nansen
New York
Mysterious Pick: Old Golds Win Blindfold Taste Test
A participant claims to have chosen Old Golds without using his brain during a blindfold test, suggesting the choice was effortless or instinctive rather than deliberate. The remark emphasizes the perceived superiority of Old Golds in a sensory challenge.
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NEA Service, Inc
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Journal of the American Medical Association
Syoman
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Trafalgar Square
New York City World-Telegram
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University of Kansas String Quartet
Waldemar Gelich
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Yioroncello
University of Kansas Men's Glee Club
Joseph Wilkins
Mugwump
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