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Newspaper
Lawrence Journal World
Location
Lawrence, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Jul 06, 1938
Page
3
A July 6 1938 page presents a devotional note featuring a biblical verse from 1 Corinthians 13 12 and the phrase now we see thru a glass darkly. The snippet frames a religious reflection with the quoted verse and an emphasis on eventual understanding.
The president labeled conditions in the South as the nation's top economic issue and urged southern leaders to study local conditions with plans for improvements. Critics argue the New Deal has not solved regional hardship, noting a push toward more borrowing and spending despite past efforts.
After a second hearing on the petition to nominate Jonathan Davis as an independent candidate for governor the state contest board pledged to issue a decision Friday morning. Administration supporters expect mixed reactions while Democrats push to keep Davis off the ballot and weigh the political implications.
The president floated a trial balloon on reorganization that Congress rejected, then kept the idea alive for future action. Observers note he does not abandon schemes and may press the plan again in the next session, while bets on reviving a court packing bill remain risky.
An article notes General Franco proposing an immune port design, signaling strategic aims amid ongoing tensions. It discusses potential military and trade implications and mentions the broader geopolitical context of the period.
In London discussions study a plan letting British ships discharge cargoes in Spain without bombing risk. Drawbacks include Franco demanding cargo contents to check neutral commerce. Britain fears buying safety by admitting Franco’s right to bar commerce at any Spanish port.
In a National Labor Relations Board hearing Donald Richberg, former insider of the New Deal, challenged the board counsel’s bid to discredit corporate officials by alleging their involvement in a local election. He demanded proof of any warrant under New Deal law for questioning citizens about exercising political rights.
Bonded debt in Douglas County and several school districts dropped by 22 590 on July 1. The mid year figures show a decreasing trend rather than the common growth seen in debt discussions. The fall in debt highlights a notable contrast with larger, more volatile national debt talks.
Americans fighting for the Spanish government, now fewer in number than a year ago, celebrated the Fourth of July by firing improvised firecrackers made from explosives seized in engagements against insurgents, then returned to childhood habits.
John Hamilton and Senator Pep defend or oppose the new deal in a forum with both quoting Thomas Jefferson. The practice mirrors how Lincoln and Washington are often invoked to support opposing views on current questions.
President Roosevelt tours the western states to stir enthusiasm for new deaf candidates. Heavy rains since his last visit in 1936 have altered the prairie tinder of public opinion and political mood in the region.
Willy Nilly and friends discuss a possible vacation in a trailer trip with the Jelly Bear crew while Mrs Quacko and Rip react. Separately a Surinam stamp issue recalls emancipation anniversaries and a pink 4 cent James Madison stamp will go on sale July 1 in Washington.
Since 1923 the League of Nations and ILO used Swiss stamps overprinted Societe des Nations S d N Bureau international du Travail. The Swiss government has issued a four stamp set for the league and bureau with designs by H.
The two color heliogravure stamps printed by Courvoisier show Lake Geneva scenes for the International Labour Office and a memorial to Albert Thomas with the ILO building. Also, a 30 centime stamp features the League of Nations in Ariana Park with Jura mountains, and a 60 centime stamp shows another League view.
Observations of positions at the beginning of each new month indicate Japanese penetrations in parts of the Chinese front. The advance could point toward progress for China’s foe, yet overall victory by the Chinese seems unlikely from these readings.
Supporters of Clyde Reed in Emporia faced a Nazi taunt aimed at Winrod as campaigning intensifies in the Kansas primary contest.
In Valparaiso Indiana a 125 pound swimmer was caught by an angler’s hook in Flintlake. The victim was 15 year old Victor Beramegh of Gary and doctors removed the hook from his nose. In Kansas City Kansas Judge Henry Meade heard four boys plead for leniency after firecracker misuse. He offered a 25 cent reward to anyone who memorizes the Lord’s prayer by Saturday.
Police Judge William R. Bell freed Harry Ulrich on a disorderly conduct charge after he testified he merely wanted his wife to stay home to care for their three children.
At Fort St. James British Columbia the Stuart Lake Indians crowned Herbert Hoover with the title Chief Bread Giver in a simple ceremony honoring his World War I humanitarian work. Chief Louis Billy spoke in the native language and wished the American leader would catch lots of fish in Trout Creek.
The column lists 205 deaths and mentions rivers and lakes as primary causes, with no major Lawrence casualties. It notes local incidents from holiday celebrations including burns from a backfired roman candle and facial cuts from firecracker debris. It covers farming prospects and university news among faculty changes and campus remodeling projects.
Twenty five years ago four KU girls from the YWCA and Women’s Student Government raised $90 by selling lemonade drinks and snacks at the park. Names include Ruth Buchanan Vena Spotts Agnes Engle and Christine Freark. The note mentions related social gatherings and campus notices.
Forty years ago a popular tune titled There ll Be a Hot Time in the Old Town Tonight was tipped as a great national air. Mrs B S Pierson hosted children for an afternoon visit with her daughter Margaret Pierson. Wheat reports say the crop damage is light with roughly twenty bushels per acre. W F McBride sold his drug store to R Moyer and Dr C W Sillin who will run as Lawrence Drug Co. Dr Sillin will also practice medicine. Lawrence Stevens, son of H L Stevens, was bitten by a rattlesnake on July 4 at his grandfather Gregory s farm, but is now out of danger. The Salvation Army has folded and needs housing for a summer camp. The Carroll family received a cable from Col Henry Carroll saying he is hurt but not seriously. he will be a brigadier general when recovered. The St Louis Republic reports the major who replaced him was killed. a captain then took command and was fatally wounded.
Under Abe Streeter's name a tale titled Blur follows Ankram who accepts work at the Trone's Raftery after saving Lee Trone from thugs. Ankram hides the adventure from her father while hinting at Struthers connections as the Strutherses plan a visit.
Ankrom and Lee confront a concealed lie as guests arrive at the ranch. They discuss family trouble, rustling, and a looming confrontation with Hackett while the plan to talk privately unfolds. A tense, smoky night deepens the mystery and distrust.
Topeka July 6 managers of the social security board report workers paste numbers on hats and tattoo numbers. Kendall M Haas says every wage earner must have one account number and only one. Workers with two numbers should report to Haas for cancellation and duplicate cards issued free.
Topeka reports Attorney General Clarence V. Beck issued an opinion limiting the diversion of county shares of state sales tax residue from county high schools under Barnes school law for social welfare. The ruling, delivered after weeks of discussions with W. T. Markham, QO. C. Colvin, and D. C. Hill, specifies conditions under which redistribution is not permitted including bonds for interest, municipal utility profits, and missing 1939 budgets.
Franklin County welfare budget must rise by 6200 to cover shortfall from 132000 original allocation. State board deemed it inadequate and returned it last week. The 2 mill levy remains unchanged as commissioners expected 11500 from sales tax residue, but county share totaled 17500.
About 400 attendees are expected as the eastern Kansas Assemblies of God hold a ten day camp starting tomorrow at Forest Park Ottawa. Rev W G Griesen of Wichita will oversee. Speakers include Rev William F McPherson of Sanford Florida Rev Philip Shabaz of Gary Indiana and Rev Russell Rexroat of Humboldt leader of Christ's Ambassadors.
In Buffalo on July 6 a court referee weighed whether true love and canaries can mix as Mrs. Marguerite P. Nemo seeks a legal separation from her husband. She cites his unusual interest in canaries claiming he kept 2000 to 3000 birds. Nemo says the birds are a livelihood.
A 1937 Publishers Syndicate line contrasts Hazel’s modern look with past fashions. The speaker notes that today’s style differs from earlier trends, yet labels this difference as a moral judgment.
The national resources committee reports American Indians are the most rapidly increasing racial stock in the United States. In 1930 there were 46,680 Indian children under five versus 9,927,396 white children, with growth rates of 906 per 1000 mothers for Indians and 481 for whites.
Alf M Landon, 1986 Republican presidential nominee, left Topeka by car at 8 am for Omaha to lunch before heading to Council Bluffs Iowa for a nationwide radio address. He was joined by Charles Cutler. The speech, sponsored by the Republican committees, will air 6 to 6 30 pm CST on the topic True Liberalism.
Kenneth Houghland and wife with baby Curtis spent the Fourth in Goodland returning Monday. Mrs. W. P. Burrows took son Perry and grandson Charles to Holton for dinner with Mr. and Mrs. Fred Jones then visited relatives near Meriden. Meriden coach C Elton Peterson and spouse to move there before September. Peterson to sell Campus cafe before leaving Baldwin. Mrs. Peterson secretary to R J Zeidler. Mrs. Mary Martin and Marion travel to Mansfield and Manny La for two weeks. Mrs. Houghland and Curtis visit Joplin for two weeks. Dr. and Mrs. James S. Chubb and Eugene depart for Baxter Springs to join older sons Robert and...
Radio listings show WREN KMBC WDAF programs across July 6 and 7 with orchestras, dramas, comedies, news, and weather. Notable names include WREN Roy Shield, KMBC Frank Dailey, WDAF Amos n Andy, KMBC Lum and Abner, and Webster Hall Hotel Orchestra.
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