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Newspaper
Lawrence Journal World
Location
Lawrence, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Jul 12, 1938
Page
4
Scriptural verses reflect faith in divine aid during distress. Psalm 107 28 30 mentions crying to the Lord for help and the calming of storms guiding believers to a safe harbor Segur. The passage emphasizes relief from turmoil and restored peace through faith.
Government forecasts a second largest wheat crop ever despite a 45 million bushel cut in July estimates. The new farm law may trigger two plans: crop loans to hold surpluses and a mandatory quota system limiting next year's planting if two thirds vote yes. Hail frost and rust losses haunt expectations as the nation awaits details of the provisions.
The piece notes rumors of a Roosevelt third term arising from a cross country tour. It flags uncertainty about the president seeking another term and compares the New Deal’s evolving program to other totalitarian ideologies. It recalls Perkins asking about running again, with the president still gazing from a car window.
Howard Hughes flew to Paris in under half the time of Lindbergh's 1927 solo crossing. Lindbergh relied on the surf and stars with few instruments, while Hughes used advanced instruments and radio. Hughes logged the voyage in a long solo effort reflecting a decade of aviation improvements.
A pilot with a mechanical crew and four assistants relied on constant engine power and fuel to complete long ocean flights. Adequate radio gear kept in touch with shore, illustrating how ocean travel has evolved into a regular, dependable schedule over the past decade.
Spanish government forces defend the final mountain range shielding Valencia from insurgent assault. The hill battle is slow and costly for attackers while Franco's troops press forward, hoping to open an easier path if defenders abandon the broken countryside.
The Douglas county welfare budget for next year is 30000 dollars less than the state welfare board believes is needed. The board favors bond issues to raise funds, but county officials have not acted to raise their estimate. They have prepared a budget they believe can be met without debt and are holding firm pending developments.
Alf Landon delivers a vigorous extemporaneous Fourth of July talk in Willis, Brown County. He rails against passive citizens and urges Americans to fill their bellies with fire through daily work and national pride.
The Lyons News and The Saturday Evening Post suggest Jimmy Roosevelt earns a private insurance commission of up to two million dollars a year, implying influence with his father the President. The piece dismisses wrongdoing while hinting at political favoritism guiding insurance sales across the street from his office.
Mrs Quacko and Mrs Quacker discuss the vast sea, debating its enormity and whether it can be fully seen from shore. They imagine camping along the coast and marvel at a surface that extends beyond sight, dreaming of witnessing something immense.
In Pittsburgh on July 12, Harry Huber, a dairy store manager, reported to police that $37.50 he hid in the bottom of an ice cream freezer was found by a thief. He said the money was frozen assets.
Marion Illinois sheriff orders removal of gambling tables after a tavern proprietor distributes pamphlets claiming his games are honest and new dice in sealed containers are available on demand. Zollie Carter acts quickly to curb the advertisement and stop gambling widening.
Nebraska City residents Turkey Paxton and son George monitor flood levels by notches cut in their bed leg as Missouri River rises. They stay in their home across the river amid swirling mud water. A British student unions manifesto attacks government over perceived international barbarism.
Thurman Braniff 20 son of Braniff Airways president died from injuries after a private plane crashed at Wiley Post airport. Co pilot Merrill Donley, a veteran pilot, was also fatally injured. The craft struck a telephone pole after climbing to about 150 feet.
Kansas Supreme Court rule through July 1943 requires LL B and L B or combined degree at KU. Law and liberal arts agree to let some prelaw courses count toward an A B. The two degrees can be earned in six years, with a bachelor’s completion before law study starting in 1943.
Rev. Gerald Winrod, the Republican Senate candidate, told a Wichita rally he will answer recent attacks in a statewide radio broadcast Thursday at 8 p m He urged listeners to reserve judgment as surprises may be revealed He cited a ministerial pamphlet and a Emporia signed statement by over 40 Republican leaders.
Carl Newcomer, Republican candidate for governor, urged eliminating tokens or mills used to pay Kansas sales tax. He favored a gross sales tax to relieve individuals and retailers from handling the tax.
John J. Raskob chosen as chairman of the Democratic national committee. A wind storm damages Lawrence with downed limbs halting streetcar and bus service. Merit badges awarded at Chamber of Commerce court of honor with Prof. Dill presiding. Residents relocate and visit as social events fill the town.
Four to five hundred children will perform at school events next week under Miss Elizabeth Morrow Miss Nell Martindale and Miss Opal Holmes guiding activities. The Coburn Players netted 647.95 from a 500 guaranteed, marking a successful show. Local events include film showings by the Dread-All Star Photoplayers and performances of The Reward of Courage and The Hansom Driver.
About a thousand expressmen and friends plan an excursion to Lawrence next Sunday aboard Bismarck. Martha Snow leaves for Boston. S Goodnight returns fromEmporia after three months of successful photography business. The city prison sewer connection now directs scrubbing water into corridors. Herbert Stanford and son David go to spend summer in Denver. Paul Dinsmoor, Norwich University graduate, earns gold medal for scholarship and senior-class head honor. C J Eriksen travels to Chicago to buy goods for his store.
Ada Streeter posing as Streeter helps Lea Trone at the Rafter T ranch. Sheriff Ratchford suspects gun smoke trouble as Bandera Chato Bandera looms. Ankrom uncovers Old West feuds with Trone, Claydell, Hackett, and Drean kin connection amid ranch tensions.
Topeka July 12 reports show June cigaret tax collections totaling $109,185.91 the highest in Kansas history, just $104 above the previous July record. Fiscal year tobacco receipts reached $1,189,149.59, up from $1,061,923.86. Motor vehicle gasoline taxes for June stood at $862,281.18, with exemptions down $27,191.25. Cereal malt beverage taxes for June were $44,219.80.
Frank Bereiter suffered a serious accident last Tuesday at his farm home after falling from a hayloft while handling straw. He has a badly bruised shoulder and a stiff arm but no broken bones, and is recovering with help from neighbor hosts. Other notes mention J. J. Wilson in Memorial hospital and local social plans for July 20.
Mrs Frank Johns and sons Joe and Bob travel from Denver to visit grandparents Mr and Mrs A D Butell in Baldwin. Miriam Deel and Samuel A Deel Jr arrived from vacation in Michigan and Wisconsin. Prof S A Deel joins them at South Haven before continuing geodetic work for the government until September 1. Sam Jr returns to Kansas City. his sister remains visiting her mother. Leo Kapelle visits from Oklahoma City. Floyd Gillham and family, Denver, spend a week with Emma Gillham. Angeline Wilson returns to Baldwin from Corning Missouri.
In a 1937 syndicated item from Poor Pa. Ma sternly warns Junior against pressuring larger youths, noting his attempt on a big boy backfired. The quip highlights comedic family dynamics and a cautionary punchline.
Radio listings for July 12 show multiple programs across stations WREN KMBC WDAF from 5 30 PM through 12 06 AM including music orchestras news Sports and variety shows with names such as Vivian Della Chiesa Alf Jolson Wayne King Benny Goodman Amos n Andy and Henry King Orch plus weather forecasts and newscasts. schedule extends into July 13 with similar blocks and cross station notes.
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