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Newspaper
Lawrence Journal World
Location
Lawrence, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Jan 19, 1937
Page
4
A Biblical saying from Proverbs 29:2 notes that when the righteous hold office the people rejoice, but when the wicked rise the people mourn. It speaks to governance and moral leadership. The line reflects on the outcomes of leadership choices for communities.
The piece notes the vast influx of visitors for a presidential inauguration and the ensuing demand for sleeping and lodging. It contrasts political excitement with the temporary discomfort of newcomers and mentions New York City’s mystery thriller Murder at Dinner where a diner is murdered and motives are unclear.
The article contrasts President Roosevelt’s optimism on rising federal revenues with four years of fiscal loss, noting the debt more than doubled from 13 to 34 billion dollars while spending outpaced receipts. It cites a predicted future reversal without policy changes. A Kansas unicameral legislature bill has been introduced in Topeka, not the first of its kind.
The piece argues the present Kansas legislators may delay sweeping change as Roosevelt seeks a more liberal court interpretation. It notes a campaign to frame courts as narrow, aiming to influence executive and popular opinion, with the Supreme Court quiet after major New Deal clashes and awaiting guidance for the inaugural address.
In Austin Texas Dan Moody 33 son of a pioneer cattle driver receives Tex as highest office from outgoing Governor Miriam A Ferguson. Ferguson says she is glad to be relieved from the burdens of office. Protests arise over Scandals show at the Bower sock theater with officials Holland and others directing police and city attorney to intervene if needed.
Twenty five years ago on Tuesday January 19 large crowds in Lawrence packed the streets to see Dante's Inferno. The story notes public enthusiasm for the event and the strong turnout across the city.
A quoted line portrays family tension as Ma condemns Cousin Daisy for her actions. The brief item cites Claude Callan and credits Copyright 1937 Publishers Syndicate.
The University of Kansas Glee Club plans a triumphal cross country journey to the coast with former KU students hosting entertainments along the route. A big wind up concert is set in Lawrence before the departure. Also notes a wolf hunt in Kaw Valley and a local wedding at 941 Pennsylvania street.
Forties era notes from Topeka Kansas and Philipsburg Kansas include Governor Leedy’s senate appointments naming Joseph Riggs of Lawrence as state accountant, local waste disposal issues in Lawrence, a funeral telegram for Henry Hayne in Cleveland, missionary lectures by Miss Mary Burdette, a street show band, a muslin underwear sale with detailed prices, janitor Gus Radefelt handling courthouse duties in Philipsburg, and early moves toward a half per cent beer bill with petitions from Lincoln Clark and Douglas counties.
In a late studio party at Année Phelps's, Count Vronski is shot. Anne Phelps, Karsanakoff, and Bigelow hide the body in a cupboard and craft a police-alibi while plotting to move him to his own East 58th street apartment. Austrelitz joins to help recover the body and avoid arrest.
Willy Nilly reassures Christopher and Rip that all is well. Rip rests with soothing flannels and warmth while animal friends in the Empty House receive food and toys left by Santa.
Radio listings present an array of KMBC WREN WDAF and other station programs for Tuesday January 19 including Singing Lady Jack Armstrong Little Orphan Annie The Band Plays Dinner Music and Voice of Experience with various orchestras and hosts. A long late night slate covers sports and variety acts with Weather Forecaster forecasts and headlines.
A fragmented report notes a person referred to as Willy Nilly writing a note during a walk and denying a chance to testify. The readable text repeats the same行 saying a denial of testimony and a note left by Willy Nilly.
Topeka January 19 Speaker Henry S. Buzick Jr announced additional house committee chairmanships. Names include Buildings and grounds Henry C Abbey P. Bourbon chair. County lines and county seats A Wy Hutchinson chair. Fattawatomte TM Prien chair. Irrigation A F Cyr chair. Memorials George W Plamaner chair. Military affairs Wilford Riggle chair. Mines and mining Cho Wahauses chair. Soldiers' compensation Birgt Lyon chair. State parks and memorials Wil Robertson chair. Fail to Recover Body Pittsburg Jan 19 divers fail to recover 13-year-old Robert Friend after two days. 11-year-old Charles Wilson recovered. body may be drained if needed. Nevins Appoints Assistants Topeka Jan 19 Clarence Nevins WPA director appoints H L Reppart acting head of operations division and William C Conner head of employment division.
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