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Newspaper
Lawrence Journal World
Location
Lawrence, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Jan 16, 1940
Page
4
A brief devotional noting Psalm 55 22 invites readers to cast burdens on the Lord and trust in His sustaining protection through storms and trials. The text emphasizes righteousness and steadfast faith as comfort amid hardship.
The piece warns of a fascist plot in New York aimed at seizing government control and stopping anti communist propaganda. It notes FBI arrests over bomb making, emphasizes the danger of secret violent movements, and urges vigilance to prevent any such movement from gaining root in the United States.
Senator Bridges of New Hampshire told the Kansas City Republican club that a Republican administration should not abolish major functions but improve agency administration. He argued there is not a single New Deal agency that would not benefit from a thorough going over and criticized ongoing waste. He warned the debt and questioned continuing the current party to push required reforms.
Frank Murphy describes the nominee before a Senate committee as approved for a seat on the Supreme Court. In a prior sub committee appearance the appointee stated support for the stated judicial approach in response to questions.
The article discusses property rights and the court's authority to strike down congressional acts that violate the constitution. It notes astonishment at questioning a Supreme Court appointee on these issues and argues changing qualifications reflect broader political aims to reshape the court.
Moscow issues notes to Norway and Sweden warning they must guard their neutrality as Russia expands pressure on Finland. The article cites Russian bombing on a Swedish island, whether by mistake or design, and warns Scandinavian states may question the value of remaining neutral amid a warlike invader.
From Washington comes word that the team of Corcoran and Cohen intends to quit the government and resume private practice in New York City. They expect little trouble finding clients eager to learn how to navigate the laws Card C. have enacted in recent years. The move holds clear potential for a lucrative practice.
Britain argues the American proclaimed safety zone cannot be fully enforced as naval operations have occurred within the zone and numerous German attacks on shipping occurred inside its line.
Germany says France and England push to violate Holland and Belgium neutrality, but Berlin vows continued resistance. The speech hints Germany once entertained but apparently regrets yielding to French and British urgings to attack Poland.
The Tennessee Valley Authority requests power to start a recreational project spanning six states. Current TVA authority may limit funding scope for projects its leaders want to pursue.
The column mocks wartime diplomacy and the Cliveden set, contrasts Finnish resistance with Britain, and critiques freedom of speech under democracy. It then shifts to a health note about hair loss, heredity genes, and limits of hair growth products.
Dr Morrris Fishbein discusses reasons people go bald. An anthropologist suggests a long term hair loss trend over the past millennia. Some scalp diseases cause hair loss but are well known to doctors.
Consolidation of the Kaw Valley creamery with the Arthur Fritzel dairy is announced by Mr. Fritzel who takes immediate possession. Roads cleared after last night’s drifting snow. Betty Washington chapter of the D A R to meet for annual officer election at Mrs. L N Lewis’s home. New members listed and local social and business updates follow through the Lawrence area.
Twenty five years after its last activity a new social club is being organized. Local residents report tentative plans for an inaugural meeting this month and aim to revive community gatherings and shared interests.
A compendium of statements from figures in government and diplomacy discusses how regimes are judged, the need for housing census data to guide construction and economy, refugees and repatriation, and ongoing efforts to counter totalitarian propaganda in America.
Hollywood gossip notes Ann Sothern, petite film actress, felt very well at the hospital after an appendectomy yesterday. She hoped for a crescent shaped scar but the doctor chose a straight incision, viewing it for medical reasons rather than aesthetics.
Mary Carroll awakens in hospital reborn as Mary Lenox after plastic surgery. She reunites with Vincent Gregg and reveals a web of wartime deceit including Carla Marchetta and a Moravia sinking. The pair plan to confront the truth as hospital routine and love tests unfold.
Tuesday night radio listings show a mix of musical programs soap operas and news. Highlights include Bud Barton on KMBC Smilin Ed McConnell on MB WEN Tems Mix and Fred Waring's Orchestra on WDAKF along with Information Please and Court of Missing Heirs on various stations.
Rev. R. R. Shirk of Augusta Kansas canceled a Palestine film showing at the Methodist church after wiring his illness. The church will hold the regular mid week service at 7 30 Wednesday evening.
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