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Newspaper

Lawrence Journal World

Location

Lawrence, Kansas, United States of America

Date

Jul 06, 1940

Page

4

End to Sorrow Bible Verse Quoted

A brief devotional line cites Revelation 21 4 promising comfort with God wiping away tears and a future without death sorrow or pain as the former things pass away.

The Right Kind Fourth of July in Lawrence

A Lawrence home made Fourth of July celebration drew over 25 000 spectators. The day featured orderly events, a first aid setup by Boy Scouts, safe traffic, and a high school band concert with community singing. Participants praised a sane, enjoyable celebration and look forward to the next one.

Lawrence Boy Scouts

Realistic view shapes French British wartime stance

A Paris Berlin dispatch argues the French government seeks a realistic policy while Britain seizes the French fleet. It states the German propaganda framing and predicts cool American reception, noting the new French authority depends on German approval and Britain counters total war by strengthening itself.

Berlin France Atlantic Bureau Germany

On Spot The Bund And Youth Congress Under Fire

An editorial condemns the Bund and the American Youth Congress accusing them of anti American ties and foreign propaganda. It argues defense should be the central concern of all true Americans and questions the necessity of continuing those organizations.

German Bund American Youth Congress Bund America Youth Congress

Fragmentary Political Rhetoric on Minority Unity Threat

An excerpt argues that manipulating minority groups will fracture American unity and pave the way for minority rule, drawing parallels to Russia, Italy, and Germany to warn against such tactics.

Russia Italy Germany

Appeasement arguments spark a coming political campaign

Washington dispatches warn of an appeasement drive in the upcoming political race. Isolationists led by Senator Wheeler and aligned with John L. Lewis push for peace with Hitler Mussolini and Stalin, while Republicans press a foreign policy platform they call sound. The piece argues appeasement failed in Europe and will fail elsewhere.

Washington Hitler Mussolini Stalin Europe France England United States Wheeler John L. Lewis

Western Hemisphere defense shift eyed for advisers

American military advisers may replace European country personnel stationed in Central and South America. The move aligns with the common defense of the Western Hemisphere, a priority cited as shared by regional governments.

Western Hemisphere

Wheat harvest near Lawarn yields exceed expectations

Wheat harvest around Lawarn benefited from ideal weather. Harvest conditions were favorable, boosting yield and quality beyond early forecasts. Local growers reported strong activity as they brought in the grain during the favorable spell.

Lawarn

Is the war over a verdict for England and Europe

Fort Scott Tribune asks if the war is over as German bombing raids over England continue. The article notes varying numbers of casualties and the persistent threat despite a period of quiet on the western front.

Europe The Fort Scott Tribune England

Mexico Prepares Firearms for National Election

The people of Mexico are reported to be polishing up their firearms as they get ready for the national election tomorrow.

Mexico

Arkansas City Traveler Letter on Willkie Nomination

Jim Farley said last week that Willkie’s nomination raises a voter question about whether American government should follow historic processes or new centralized methods. He challenges Republicans to pick a side in the debate over control and governance.

Jim Arkanzas Jim Farley Willkie

White race in mess may prompt missionaries to apologize

A World-Herald opinion comment argues that after the current troubles the white race might send missionaries into jungles to apologize, reflecting postwar guilt and racial attitudes.

Omaha_World-Herald

Fifty million Frenchmen could be wrong Star beams

A playful phrase about collective opinion and comic confidence, featuring a witty line about being right and avoiding fooling. The citation hints at a humorous header or caption rather than a straight news item.

Windstorm Hits Lawrence and City Court Acclaim Traffic Change

A strong wind and heavy rain battered Lawrence and nearby areas with some hail, toppling trees and damaging structures. The city commission announced the permanent closure of Tenth Street from Ohio to Indiana to reduce accidents at the Tenth and Indiana intersection.

Lawrence Tenth Street Ohio Indiana J. L. Constant Tenth Sean Elbert Tuttleen Julia Johnson Roger Winters Ithaca Sir Arthur Conan ‘Doyle Eef Boles Helen Bentley Herbert Wet Bentley Sterling George R Wilbur Mire John P. Willbur M .Ke. Decker Los Angeles San Francisco California J.G. Jeffries Edwin Yellowstone Park

Fat Men Defeat Leans in Bitter Woodlawn Park Game

A lively afternoon at Woodlawn Park saw the Fat Men defeat the Leans in a tightly fought contest led by Ed Charlton for the winners and Chet Brown along with John Shugrue and W. E. Wilson for the Leans. Obvious postgame duels over umpire Clyde Teter’s calls sparked controversy.

Woodlawn Park Woodland Park Clyde Teter Winn ‘Newmark Leans Ed Charlton Bob Edmondson Allie Carroll Bob Krum Chet Brown John Shugrue W. E. Wilson Art Evans New ‘Country Club Otto Barteldes Harold Wilson C. C. Towne Louise ‘Towne Carrie Watson Maude Smelser Figgard iMr James Searles Kansas City Innes Signe Stu Elizabeth Sallie Augusta Dixon California Exposition John Orr Orr Orr Rundale Frank. Strong Cora G. Lewis E. W. Hoch

Mystery Kidnapping Mixups On Boston to Los Angles Train

Peace Warren a six year old traveler heading to Los Angeles vanishes and is mistaken for a rich relative's child. Denny denies wrongdoing while Carole and Mrs King gather clues from a torn telegram and a factory of gossip. The conductor and porters close in as the scene builds to a cliffhanger.

Peace Warren Boston Los Angeles Ayne Dennis Lowell Wayne Peace Carole Denny Rhoda North Station Bertrand Carol Fall River Mrs. King Miss Love Gwendolyn Kelly Lowell Dame Massachusetts Kelly Miss Lové

Hitler’s Europe plan outlined by Mackenzie

The piece explains Nazi aims for a new order in Europe after Britain’s exclusion. It details a German led customs union, zonal economic control, Zollverein style integration, and Nazi technocratic division of labor. It argues Hitler seeks self sufficiency and expansion eastward into Russia and Ukraine to fuel war needs.

United States Berlin France Britain Romania Hitler Europe England Germany Nazi Fuehrer Zollverein Munich Prussia Reichsmark Althd Reich Balkans Kaiser Wilhelm Herry Hitler Russia Ukraine

KU Representatives Meet Midwest Industry Luncheon

University of Kansas figures Dr. C Moore and Frank T Stockton attended a luncheon at the Hotel Muehlebach in Kansas City. The gathering called by J C Nichols discussed increasing Midwestern participation in national defense industrial development and plans for broader Midwest involvement.

R. C. Moore F. T. Stockton University C. Moore Frank .T. Stockton School of Business University of Kansas Muehlebach Inansas City J. C. Nichols

Chiang Kai-Shek appeals for aid as Japan threat grows

Chiang Kai Shek warns friendly powers against indifference to Japanese threats in French Indo China Burma and the Netherlands East Indies. He reiterates resolve to continue the struggle against Japan and appeals to the United States and the Soviet Union for help on the third anniversary of the Sino Japanese war.

Chungking Chiang ‘Kai-Shek Indo-China British Burma Netherlands East Indies Chiang Japan America Soviet Union

Volunteer oat crop appears after alfalfa plow in Nebraska

Tecumseh Nebraska July 6 EPH Walter Dieckgrafe plowed an oat stubble field last fall and planted alfalfa. This spring a volunteer crop of oats appeared and yielded 60 bushels an acre when combined. Dieckgrafe then harvested alfalfa which yielded a fair crop.

Tecumseh, Neb Eph Walter Dieckgrafe Dieckgrafe

Belleview Social Notes Span Sunday Visits and Local Events

Belleview residents and guests share Sunday visits at the Bartz and Chronister homes. Kansas City visitors, vacation stays, and family gatherings are noted along with church club activities and a wedding at Olathe. Local health updates and upcoming meeting plans are included.

Harvey Dillon Merle Foster Payne Kansais City Kan Ed Diedrich Eudora Fred Bartz W.O. Watson Mary Haas Kansas City Fredartz Elima Jay James Buncan Walter Davia Riversine W. A. McNish Ada, Kirkpatrick Afr Petbett Paasch Ed Paasch Dick Nuttall Jand Thorothy Ralph Nutall Fudbra Arleta Holmes Research Hospital Paul Frazier B.Y Ralph Votaw Harold Morley Beacker Norma Kurtz Long George Born C. Bencker H. Morley Frazier Ralph Votaw Clifton James Allie Allen Lawrence A. C. James Clifton, Jr Oscar Crane Olathe Guy Pennock, Jr Ruth Paasch Tulsa Okla Hd Paasch Ruth Ed. Grosdidier Kansas City Mo J Taylor Helen Loraine Hedgecock Denver, Cole Milton Sullivant Little Son Endora George Grosdidier J. Shirek Alfe. Crane Ambrose Shields Wellsville Jack Crane George Grosdidter

Radio Schedule Snapshot for Kansas City July Weekend

Radio grid lists programs across WREN KMBC WDAF and WDAF NBC network slots for Saturday July 6 and Sunday July 7 including news newscasts, concerts, orchestras, public affairs, weather forecasts, and late night talk. Key names include Glenn Miller, Bob Crosby, Al Donahue, Woody Herman Jr., and Henry King’s Orch with multiple station references and times throughout the day.

Wren KMBC WDAF Safety Council al Donahue Orb WDAFO Cavaliers Radio Guild SMBC Kansas City Dines NBC Marriage Club Casino Gronesith Sow Ren Garin Lee Jenkins Wren—Grant Paris Bob Crosby Orch Michael Loting Sky Blazers Hotel Statler Alvino Rey Rainbow Bang Goodman Jack Denny Pennsylvania Glenn Miller WDAK Catholic Radio Pym Gene Autry WDAR MBC John D. M Hamilton Kmbgo Mrcp Hans ‘Flath Walter Winchell Parker Wren—Iirene Rich Allen Roth Eave Mt NBC String Quartet Soren Stern Betty Black Johnny Mesaner Jack Benny Wren-Louw’ Bregze Orientale Raemenen Uropean Sherman’ Orch Muchlebach Or Matty Malneck Jack Meakin Lou Holden KMB Chuak Foster Carl Navazsa RMAC Dunty Rhodes NBC Dance Preas Maroener Nowacast WDAP Airlines Ann Nowacaat WWDAF Linwood Cavaliera Wren—Little Hollywood Musias Wren—Merry DAF Margaret Speaks Mbc—Radio Theatre K. C Elica KMC Guy “Lombardo Blondie Burna Allen Amos Andy Rosa Irene Rich Belvedera Orch Arthur Godfrey Fred Waring N—Dance Orchestra Muehlebach Sunset Royal Bonnie and the Boys Associated Presa Wren Deke Moffit Newa Review Bc—Newacast

Journal World Classifieds Spotlight Busy Town Market

Classified page highlights the busiest marketplace in town with active listings across jobs, cars, real estate, and services. Readers find frequent updates on vehicles, housing, and local ads, reflecting a bustling community commerce hub.

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