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Newspaper
Lawrence Journal World
Location
Lawrence, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Jul 17, 1940
Page
4
The fragment lists subscription rates and delivery options by mail or carrier, includes addresses and business details for offices in Kansas and other cities, and ends with a reassurance quote from Mark 6:50. It notes Associated Press rights and publication details.
Reports of covert pressure to draft Franklin D Roosevelt for a third term surfaced as the Democratic convention opened in disarray. A late statement from Senator Barkley denied any desire by Roosevelt to seek a third term but did not rule out acceptance if drafted, prompting confusion about the convention’s path forward.
Reports from Rome Berlin and Swiss sources describe a range of views on Germanys likely move against England. Some say Hitler may offer peace while others note preparations for a massive invasion but warn of naval air and supply constraints and Britain s rising strength at sea and in the air.
A fragmented report from New York suggests after German air and sea campaigns that Britain and its captured trade networks now hold more merchant ships than before. The text notes consolidation of shipping as small nations fall under German influence, altering global sea power dynamics.
A clipped regional note reflects on evacuation rhetoric and lingering debate about pulling English residents from Europe. The tone hints at a cautious shift in policy and uncertain seas as national leaders weigh drastic population moves.
The Oskaloosa Independent marks eight years of uninterrupted publication in one community. Frank H. Roberts, age 89 July 25, has typed and edited for 81 years. Sons J. W. Roberts and Wes Roberts hold prominent roles, with Major Frank Roberts noted for Panay rescue leadership.
Both candidates assert victory in the Mexican presidency as counts remain unsettled. Analysts note the outcome may hinge on who mounts a stronger legal and political challenge under the longstanding succession plan.
The former army sergeant ekes out victory as observers note the strong man controlled election arrangements, making the result unsurprising and indicating continued autocratic influence.
The Chicago rollout of the food stamp plan faces strong opposition as the city imposes a minimum food purchase on relief recipients. Landlords fear evictions when tenants cannot meet rent, and officials plan to pay part of relief in stamps, limiting choices and triggering a tense clash with tenants and housing interests.
The piece notes Britain yielding to Japan on Burma road closure and arms traffic to China amid World War II pressures. It argues Hitler seeks peace offers to preserve conquests, Churchill vows no parleys, and predicts a looming, brutal battle as time favors England if it withstands the initial onslaught.
A fragmented report from a wartime era describes Chancellor Bruening pushing a government by decree in Germany, with hints the Reichstag may dissolve rather than challenge the new financial program. Nearby, youths scale a maple tree in a protest-like stance, while Lawrence plans more traffic signs and a local wedding scene unfolds.
The river in Lawrence stands near 20 feet at 1 o clock and the danger mark is reached though flood risk remains low. Local notices mention a large anti war gathering in South Park on Sunday July 18 as part of 6000 nationwide Socialist events. Cited activities include social teas and social events as residents report on home improvements and local travels.
The Beeks family hosted guests in Baldwin on Sunday including Mr. and Mrs. Charles E. Beeks and their son John. Bill Beeks returned home with them that evening after two weeks with grandparents. Virgil Wood visited his ill mother Mrs. Edward Barker in Emporia. Judd Jones, Baker graduate now at Garrett Biblical Institute, was Everett’s recent guest. Reb Muriel Dayhoff, Baker nurse, recovers from an appendectomy at Stormont hospital Topeka and is progressing well. Supt and Mrs Lawrence L.
Forty years ago Admiral Seymour reportedly shot his own wounded to prevent Boxers from torturing them during the Pekin relief expedition retreat. The column also reviews local notes on residents and business moves, with several city scenes and upcoming summer plans.
Rapids Minnesota hosts ten day visit with Dr and Mrs Marshall at their cabin. Miss Floella Farley visits Nevada Missouri. Ethel Caldwell recovering from foot infection. Esther Beamer in Iowa City with relatives. Mrs A Lockwood and Miss Mary Lockwood back from El Dorado due to ill daughter. Bobby Keller improving from porch fall with broken collar bone. Mr and Mrs Bert Wright and Roberta visit S R Wright. Warnocks return from business trip to Fort Worth. Wilson Counts to Manhattan for production credit conference. Stephens family vacationing in Hill City. Norma Jean and Iris Van Thompson with grandmother in Pelican Dam. Taul family moves to Payne home Baldwin area. Gugin buys Wilcox home in North Baldwin. plans move September.
Mrs Jake Reusch and Mrs G R Liggett hosted and visited with relatives from Lawrence and Eurora. Several Lawrence residents shared Sunday visits with Roy Jameson and Florence Milburn, while Miss Betty Jean Hicks spent time with Kansas City relatives. Local families from Independence and Linwood joined dinners and gatherings with the Hubbard and Sheen families, and Vinland Farm Bureau members planned visits with Belleview 4-H girls. A note reminds readers to order subscriptions before summer.
Anne Norris elopes with Tony Scott after enrolling in a Midland University flying course. Georgette Parker and Captain Dick Douglas scramble to stop the haste amid a perilous chase toward North Point, where the wedding is to take place.
Frank Wells of Baldwin died in July at Memorial hospital after years in the community. Funeral services were conducted Tuesday afternoon by the funeral home in Baldwin. Numerous relatives and neighbors from Lawrence and nearby areas visited and extended condolences as plans for services were announced.
A fragmented July evening schedule lists WREN KMBC WDAF stations with a lineup of music orchestras, comedies, news, weather, and public affairs. Programs include Abbott and Costello, Glenn Miller, Kay Kyser, Danny Dorsey, and Donahue orchestras plus news recaps and weather forecasts.
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