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Newspaper
Lawrence Journal World
Location
Lawrence, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Jan 18, 1940
Page
4
Brief excerpt presents a defiant pledge to God from Job 34 31 32 about bearing chastisement and vowing not to offend again. The text emphasizes repentance and a demand for guidance from the unseen and measurable punishment.
The text discusses water flow from melted snow in the Lone Star lake watershed and the impact on lake levels. It notes water staying near the neighborhood after the big dam, argues for more reservoirs in Kansas, and mentions surplus water that has fallen short or escaped in recent years.
Governor Stark calls attention to Boss Pendergast directing a campaign from prison to keep Kansas City under machine control. Voter apathy and lingering graft reports threaten a clean up. The piece urges citizens to reject governance from Leavenworth and demand real reform.
The Long regime leads in the statewide primary but fails to gain a majority. Opposition votes are split among four candidates, preventing a first round victory. A united opposition could have defeated the machine, but infighting guarantees a run off.
The Senate banking committee will query the State Department if a loan to Finland breaches U.S. neutrality policy. Russia has not declared war, raising questions about whether any breach could occur. In truth, a conflict exists in Finland and the United States favors a Finnish victory.
A terse statement noting that a claimed breach of neutrality in a war is non existent and implying responsibility lies with the Russians and Soviet power.
A coal handlers strike tightens fuel shortages across New York City during the harshest cold spell. Strikers say the timing adds suffering and uncertainty, while observers note Kansas figures like ex-governor Henry J. Allen will watch Mayor LaGuardia’s response.
The article notes Germany and Romania arming and sharing resources, including ships and experts to build submarines in exchange for oil. The arrangement aligns with a broader, temporary pact between Nazi Germany and Soviet Russia as each side considers who to aid in the long term, while Romania appears more likely to oppose Russia than Germany.
Sympathy with the United States grows in Japanese government circles as Japan seeks a new treaty to replace the expired one. Japan argues the old pact lingered in breach, while the American government appears reluctant to rush a new agreement, preferring no treaty to one not observed.
State committees work to ease any appearance of candidacy while ensuring F D R's name appears at the convention. Inside new dealers lead the effort and see themselves remaining in power only with a third term.
Secretary of War Woodring told the house military affairs committee that a compact, capable army in being would serve the country better than a larger force that exists mainly on paper. He may face resistance from Americans who favor the biggest forces.
The January thaw has been postponed and, from current indications, is likely to occur in a different month.
Mary Carroll cannot reveal the Moravia case as Carla Marchetta urges silence. In Mayfair a planned tea hides a spy plot while Vincent faces danger and Mary’s loyalties split between Vincent and Dr. Gilbert Lenox. Carna—
A columnist cites Marion Ellet on The Changing West by William Allen White and quotes supporters like Roger Baldwin and Herbert Lehman. It argues democratic processes must remain free and cautions against sacrificing liberty for perceived progress.
The full U S delegation led by Secretary of State Stimson met Prime Minister MacDonald at 10 Downing Street amid the naval disarmament conference. In local news, Mrs. Blair hosts a Founders Day dinner at Haskell Institute. six P E O daughters served. Baby Greta Denice Blair born yesterday at Memorial hospital. Lawrence high school beats Rosedale 18 to 18 in KC. Girl Stouts form four troops with leaders named.
Charles T. K. Prentice died yesterday morning at his home, leaving a legacy as a link between old and modern Lawrence police history. In mayoral races, W. J. Francisco seeks a second term, while C. W. Carman emerges as a new challenger. A tax bill debate looms in the senate, and social notes report Miss Hazel Stubbs and Miss Stella Stubbs hosting dinner, along with D A R officers elected at the Unitarian church. Bread prices are noted for Lawrence retail.
The snippet cites Alf M. Landon urging unity for national progress and Archduke Felix forecasting an end to the war within months due to revolutions in German-occupied areas and Germany. It reflects 1930s political sentiment and wartime expectations from politicians and royalty.
Bakers report losses on every loaf due to higher flour costs and seek relief after two weeks of rising prices. The note highlights ongoing price pressure in the bread market and industry concerns.
The T N E fraternity held an initiation last evening. Women’s Relief Corps and Knights of Pythias reports list installed officers and color bearers with names including Alice Robinson and Mary Keeney. Kansas University baseball announces Dale Gear as coach for early season. Wilbur Carter injures himself lifting beef. For Sale piano valued at $350 accepting horse and buggy trade.
An article explains the umbilicus natural history from birth to adulthood. It discusses infection risks bleeding and healing care, noting rare cancer and bluish skin signs linked to abdominal rupture or tubal hemorrhage. It advises proper cord tying and sterile dressings at birth.
Baldwin Rotary Club met Tuesday noon in the Pine Room of the Jollee cafe for a candlepin program. Prof Colin C Alexander of Baker interviewed Katherine Matsuno from Honolulu Hawaii about her country as two Ottawa Rotarians attended. Beatrice Wimserle from Hutchinson pledged to Delta Delta Delta on January 11.
The listing catalogs radio programs across WREN KMBC WDAF WDAPF KAIBC KMEC and more for Thursday January 18 and Friday January 19. It notes diverse shows from Bud Barton Tom Mix Easy Aces and the Philharmonic to Newscasts Weather Forecasts and musical hour lineups with orchestras and hosts such as Phil Waring Glenn Miller and Duke Ellington.
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