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Newspaper
Lawrence Journal World
Location
Lawrence, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Jul 10, 1940
Page
4
The Journal-World page includes a Bible verse from Isaiah 40 31 under the heading Source of Strength. It cites the line They that wait upon the Lord shall renew their strength and shall mount up with wings as eagles.
The senate elections committee is urged to study a flood of Willkie telegrams sent to the Republican national convention. A Lawrence signer led over 200 voters to pledge support, signaling a shift in party allegiance and a shared aim to push Willkie’s nomination toward November. The telegrams reflect a growing grassroots wave sweeping the party.
The third French republic formally ends as the parliament authorizes Petain to draft a totalitarian constitution. A Nazified regime would govern France under German dictation, reflecting surrender rather than France’s best political traditions, with an uncertain future for the French people.
The editorial argues that the United States must fund and expedite aircraft production beyond mere authorization. It criticizes red tape delaying initial orders and urges rapid turning out of the first thousand planes to accompany armored ground forces.
A fragmented note questions claims that no American ships sail dangerous seas. The text hints at warnings of torpedoes and U S pressure, contrasting optimism with ongoing maritime perils and policy.
The article argues that ongoing attacks have forced the American merchant marine off the seas for duration, shrinking overseas trade and leaving workers jobless. It warns that the withdrawal harms national employment, global markets, and future opportunities for U.S. industries.
The text notes Russia expanding the week to seven days and workday to eight hours while the United States believes recovery from low mood can be achieved and a large defense program run on a 40-hour week. It argues laws lag behind needs perceived by intelligent people.
Some new dealers plan a program for the Democratic national convention to have delegates back F D R. They hope to secure backing before he can refuse, pushing a preferred candidate despite his stance.
A sanitized OCR fragment notes the path of a Trojan horse route into Central and South America allegedly passes via San Francisco. It mentions the German consulate general in the city, presided over by a former personal adjutant of the Fuehrer.
Kansas newspapers search for Willkie’s past wheat field work as a harvest hand in the state. The Great Bend Tribune notes this as a fresh angle for voters to recall the nominee’s early life and build interest in the race.
Critics argue each new defense idea is framed as a five billion dollar proposal. Officials face scrutiny over whether spending plans reflect genuine security needs or are dressed as grandiose budgets.
Reader letter argues against adopting God Bless America as the national anthem. Cites Kate Smith, repetitive sound, smug lyrics, and questions Star Spangled Banner as superior.
Ten years ago Lawrence endured a week of extreme heat with daily highs not dipping below 95 degrees and unofficial readings reaching 104. Agnes Evans visited Chicago then returned. Mrs C C Aston and daughters left for Morganville. a birthday party for Margaret Shepard was held in West Lawrence. A group planned a summer trip to London Connecticut, and Mrs Howard Moore hosted a birthday gathering for Katherine at 1909 Barker with many local guests.
The Douglas County Fair board pushed through business and aims for the most interesting fair since old Bismarck grove days. Over 500 horses entered for races with committees led by Spalding Irving Hill Badsky Murphy and Dr Brockelsby.
On a Western-bound train a scare halts service after a minor creek and a passenger confusion. Denny rescues Peace from the platform fringe as Rhoda Carole and Mrs King scramble to locate their companions. Caleb Ogden is identified among the crowd while the train resumes, with Miss Love and Peace's safety uncertain until the next stop.
Dewitt Mackenzie argues Nazi dominance in Europe demands a new Anglo Russian partnership to counter Hitler. He notes Russia and England are forced toward cooperation by the collapse of traditional balances, with potential Russo British alignment delaying or accelerating as events unfold.
Professor Pupin of Columbia College announces a method to overcome cable current interference enabling direct speech with Europe. The plan uses series of simple coils placed under the cable sheath to boost transmission speed and capacity. Additionally, local items note various personal travels, business changes, and street improvements in the area.
Wayne Owen of Lawrence visited Oak Ridge for a business call. A Fourth of July celebration in Lawrence drew a large turnout with fireworks. Illnesses include summer flu with F H Leonhard Lyle Weeks and Mrs Will House improving. Betty Lou Nutting stayed with the Farrier home, then returned home. Various clubs held meetings with programs, sewing for Red Cross, and group activities.
Kansas City, July 10. Preliminary state census figures show a population loss of 19,744 across 19 southwestern Kansas counties. Ford county declines from 20,640 to 17,183, with Grant and Morton counties also dropping notably.
Valletta Malta July 10 British Mediterranean island suffers repeated Italian air raids destroying streets of homes and forcing residents to move to rural communities. Authorities report 82 civilians killed including 20 children. In Marquette Michigan July 10 1929 killer Burke dies in prison after serving over nine years for murder linked to the St Valentine’s Day massacre and other crimes.
Mrs. Stella Drinkwater filed for divorce in Salem on July 10 1949 alleging her husband Francis W. Drinkwater is addicted to intoxicating liquor.
Radio listings show WREN KMBC WDAF programs across the evening with musicals news and talk. Notable items include Glenn Miller orchestras Kay Kyser and Benny Goodman, public affairs, Hotel Biltmore Orch, Cowboy and Blues segments, and weather forecasts through late night.
The column lists several local people including Miss Mabel Agnes Schendelta enjoying a Brainerd vacation with Mrs. Simons of Lawrence, Rev. C. Kriffmeyer longtime Clearfield church minister who died in Laurton, and visits by Mr. Harold Eberhart family to Clarence Hausman and Hanna Meeder households. Also mentions Deloras Deck visiting grandmother Mrs. Tena Gabriel and Hallie Garrett with Rev. Charles Meeder visiting from Isa City for the Fourth of July.
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