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Newspaper
Lawrence Journal World
Location
Lawrence, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Jul 04, 1934
Page
4
The piece reflects on the 158th anniversary of the Declaration of Independence. It laments anti freedom currents abroad and at home while affirming traditional American government values and the nation’s distinct system that should guide current problems.
A Chicago Tribune style summary notes Hitler’s crackdown on Nazi dissent ends with a flight to discuss with President Hindenburg. It warns of danger if Papen is removed and questions who commands the regime as Hindenburg asserts control while Hitler’s forces suffer misalignment.
The article notes renewed organizing by drys to tighten liquor control a year after national repeal. It argues conditions are poor nationwide and urges Kansas voters to resist repealing state prohibition at the upcoming November election to preserve gains and curb the liquor traffic.
Bankers view the governments silver buying plan as likely to swell excess bank reserves and sustain low interest rates and high grade bond quotes. The result could boost borrowing while the era’s key need remains avoiding excessive debt as the market reacts to policy signals.
The piece notes claims that stories of Nazi violence may be exaggerated if Hitler remains in power. It cites government minimi zing executions and disputed death reports, critiques President Roosevelt's radio address reception, and questions how the Arkansas Gazette views the government’s handling of vast New Deal employment.
Senator Capper issued a hopeful Independence Day message urging a growing sentiment to end all wars as he spoke as the principal speaker at the local celebration. Also noted are a church call for Rev. John Franklin Watts at First Baptist Lawrence, KU broadcasting plans, a car crash injury report near Garden City, Elks convention plans in Boston, and several local residents traveling or visiting between Kansas and other states.
Twenty five years ago on July 4, Mrs. Hannah Richardson, 84, broke her hip when she slipped waking to a chair at 6 pm at 946 Missouri Street. The accident is grave due to age and heat. Other society items note birthdays and picnics in Lawrence.
The report covers minor injuries from a roman candle and cannon cracker incident among five, none severely hurt. It highlights Fred L. Morris of Lawrence catching a 41 1/2 pound sea son fish aboard the launch Clover with Catalina Light Tackle Club gear, beating a prior record. Charlie Greenlees heads to Seattle for the fair. George Glass, Harry Houk, Jimmie Houk, and Del Morrison ride to Topeka for the motorcycle race with Morrison entered.
Forty years ago on July 4 Lawrence faced rain that disrupted the wheelmen’s program, canceled the picnic and speeches, and shortened the parade while promising a grand fireworks show at the rink at 7:30. A big cannon woke sleepers early as Old Sacramento fired. Marriages noted include Julius Ecke with Fannie Newhouse in Kansas City and John L Hertis with Priscilla M Price of Vinland as issued licenses.
During the Continental Congress debate on independence Delaware sent three delegates George Read opposed Caesar Rodney sick at Dover and Thomas McKean in favor McKean sent word Rodney rode 68 miles through mud to Philadelphia to cast his vote on July 4th in time for the decision.
Washington readers learn of a House military affairs subcommittee probe into army air corps leadership and procurement. Chairman McSwain of South Carolina hints at dramatic findings while cross-party chairs and a Farmer Laborite member push for broad scrutiny of government departments and funding.
A. diverse congressional sub committee hints at substantial revisions in government department setup with potential drastic changes. The focus remains on war department activities this summer, as the bipartisan group promises meaningful action. Journal-World, 25c per month by mail.
Sergeant Harper asks questions and tests a witness as he pieces together motives at 34 Powhatan Terrace. John Whitmoreshares rumors about staff, jealous husbands, and a housemaid who left, while Harper quietly gathers clues from the inhouse dynamics and the recent killings.
Mary Graham Benner recounts a Fourth of July camp celebration where Little Yellow Beak overcomes fear of a mysterious trunk that turns out harmless. Camp Director Big Duck and Mrs Duck bring relief and joy as parents and Puddle Muddlers gather by Blue Lake to watch spectacular fireworks.
The report describes silicosis from inhaling silicon-containing dusts as a lung fibrosis risk affecting about 10 percent of workers. It notes uncertainty about the mechanism, cautions against mechanical injury theories, and emphasizes prevention and workers' compensation recognition. It cites tuberculosis risk and calls for awareness among exposed workers and states with industrial dust hazards.
Wichita liquidation of regional agricultural credit core moves loans to 42 production credit associations across Kansas Colorado Oklahoma and New Mexico. Interest rates stay at 6.22 percent unless borrowers opt to add class Bostock at 3 percent. Also Newton obituary for George Glenn 75 uncle of Judge Somers. Hutchinson bond mandamus case against city funds. Topeka court ruling. In Wichita a woman James A. Dushurley 7 shot dead suicide suspected after auto accident injuries.
Flashes of Life reports from cities include Dr Taub disputing a fever label at a world’s fair audience and a Cleveland regional XRA inquiry into a husband’s $10 weekly income and cemetery lots. Topeka notes sunflowers aiding beans in gardens while Atlanta reports a drunk in Druid Hills punished with ten days or a $17 fine.
A large Woodstock gathering marked the 50th anniversary of the McLouth Methodist Episcopal church. Rev F Benson named pastor for the coming year and Dr J R McFadden spoke on God So Loved the World. Various hymns talks and a basket dinner accompanied events from morning to evening under a theme of salvation and devotion.
The piece chronicles a long list of ministers from 1885 to 1983, local church activities, visitors from Kansas City and Leavenworth, improvements by Mrs. Ridgway, and community socials. It notes a Sunday school message by Rev Nettie Haworth, an ongoing Bible study at McLouth, and a large All-Sen club and neighborhood circle picnic at Bales grove with praise for hosts. New star route mail service to Oska loosa McLouth and Ozankie takes effect July 2.
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