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Lawrence Journal World

Location

Lawrence, Kansas, United States of America

Date

Jul 18, 1940

Page

2

Germany expands front in Atlantic raid and homecoming decried

Berlin reports landings on Ouessant in the Atlantic near Brittany and a raid that adds 30,000 tons of English shipping. The high command claims heavy raids on Aldershot Turnbridge Wells Portland and Greenock with large fires. Goebbels calls for a triumphant Berlin parade as citizens greet returning troops.

Berlin Germany England Ouessant Atlantic Brittany Land’s End English Channel France Ern High Command Turnbridge Wells Eastbourne Portland Greenock Scotland Ruhr Rhine Channel Paul Joseph Goebbels

Lawrence notes on Democratic convention and local events

Fragmented Topeka Capital reminiscences recount Lawrence figures at a Democratic convention, plans for a “Return of Sanity” club, a Willkie for President group, and local railway schedule anxieties. Wanderings include anecdotes about Mrs. Woodring, Brutus Hamilton, and a humorous ink spill event involving a pupil.

Charles County Willkie

Deaths and Funerals William Edward Wilson

William Edward Wilson, 72, died at his home in North. He is survived by his wife of the home, two sons James D. Wilson of Kansas City Missouri and three daughters Mrs Stella Wilson of Texarkana Texas Hill, Kansas City Kansas. He had eighteen grandchildren and four great grandchildren.

Edward Wilson James D. Wilson Kansas City Stella Wilson Texarkana Tex Hill Kan City Kan

Miss Ketcham of University Dies in Ohio Funeral

The body of Miss Rosemary Ketcham professor of design at the University was in state from six to seven this evening. Twilight services followed by a scripture reading, prayer, and tribute from Dean Swarthout. The funeral moves to Cincinnati for Saturday services at nine AM and burial at Spring Grove Cemetery.

Rosemary Ketcham Tthe University R. al Hunt John Bowers D. M. Swarthout Miss Ketcham Cincinnati Spring Grove Cemetery

The Journal World Classified Page Market Place

The Journal World Classified Page serves as the busiest market hub for community ads and notices. It gathers a wide range of listings from jobs and housing to services and merchandise, connecting buyers with local sellers daily.

Journal-World

Roosevelt Nods to Wallace and Farley Nominated at 1936 Convention

The 1936 Democratic convention moves to name Franklin D. Roosevelt and then James Farley as nominees after a protracted, dramatic session. Delegates upend third term rules, back Roosevelt, and vote Farley in amid cheers and boos.

NEA United States Chicago Robert Wagner New York Roosevelt Americas Elmer Ryan Minnesota Alabama Lister Hill America Franklin Delano Roose- Hill Wallace Glass Farley Arkansas Virginia Carter James A. Farley James A.farley Thomas Jefferson Jim Farley Massachusetts Maryland Millard E. Tydings Patrick J. Doyle William H. Barker Montana Sen Burton K. Wheeler Pato Joelgett Sage Jamies Farley Frank Walker New Yorker Democratic National Committee

Still Hold French Funds

Washington on July 18 Secretary Morgenthau said French funds in the United States would be held pending a determination of what constitutes the French government. He noted he had asked Prof J P Chamberlain of Columbia University to advise him. The only funds released were small monthly sums to maintain the French embassy and consulates. virtually no money has been allowed to return to France.

Washington Morgenthau United States Treasury J. P. Chamberlain Columbia University France

Willkie Gains Backing From Burke and Democrats

Wendell L. Willkie said he was pleased by Senator Edward R. Burke’s statement of support and noted Burke, with other leading Democrats, would oppose a third term and back Willkie and McNary. The remarks came at a press conference in Colorado Springs, Colorado.

Colorado Springs Colo Cpi Wendell L. Willkie Edward R. Burke Burke Willkie McNary

Cars Collide at Seventh and Massa Intersection

Two cars came together at the intersection of Seventh and Massa in an unspecified incident. No injuries or citations were provided in the readable text. Police and witnesses offered brief accounts of the collision and traffic impacts.

Seventh and Massa

Road Incident Delays Traffic Near Chusetts Street

At about 11 o'clock this morning two machines collided but injuries are not reported. Neither machine was badly damaged though traffic was tied up for a few minutes.

Chusetts Street

New Airste service cuts New York flight time

Kansas City to New York air service begins next Saturday reducing eastbound time by 1 hour 13 minutes and westbound by 50 minutes with a 15 minute stop in Chicago. The Imogen destroyer was lost after a collision in dense fog.

Kansas City New York Chicago W. P. Conroy Transcontinental Western Air Inc

Baldwin News Chatter Highlights Transfers and Visits

Dr. Nelson P. Horn of Baker College visits Baldwin to oversee college interests and plans a Colorado return. Numerous relatives and friends travel between Baldwin, Wichita, Denver, Kansas City, and Ottawa for visits and work.

Local Social Notes Mention Trips and Family Visits

Mackey F. W. Berelter made a business trip to Kansas City last Tuesday. Mrs C A Stokes and Billy Painter of Lawrence are visiting at Mrs W H Mohler’s home. Clarence Hummelgaard and daughter stay with Mrs Lulu North after returning from an overland trip. Leonard Anderson and family and Lydia Allison of Linwood visited Roy Allison’s family Thursday. W H Mohler was ill last week with a carbuncle or hip arm.

Nelson P. Horn Baker Indian Hills Denver Baldwin Colorado Lester Eugene Mauck Tabor Laura Preston Samuel A. Deel Marguerite Allen Wichita Kansas City Ehe Deels Phil Barnthouse Miss. Allen A. L. Ryan Kan Ryan London Heights Methodist Church Mitchell Charles.a. Kalb Raymond Horrell Pittsburg Horrells Kalb Frank Horrell Vinland Elmer Melverf Myr Collins Wellsville Colfax Wash University of Kansas Esther Fraser Frank E. Wolf Ft. Scott John Sheridan Columbia Ill Emma Gilham Sheridan Lovingier Ada Marie Frye Bethany Hospital Corpus Christi Tex Hersparents F. W. Berelter C. A. Stokes Billy Painter Lawrence W. H. Mohler Mohler Helen Washington, D. C Overland Trin Clarence Hummelgaard

Wheat and livestock markets drift after Ho and weather concerns

Chicago and Kansas City markets show wheat prices ending with fractional losses while corn oats hold. trading activity quiet with minimal outside participation. In Kansas City hogs and cattle move lower on slow demand, with limited steady to weaker bids and mixed beef and sheep prices reflecting unsettled conditions.

Chicago Kansas City Livestock Kansas City USDA Kansas Arizona Kasas City

Nebraska and Missouri cobbler quality reports

The records show mixed quality readings for Nebraska Bills and Missouri Cobblers. Entries indicate fair to good quality levels with price points around 1.40 to 1.60 for some items and 1.00 to 1.10 for others, reflecting variable market conditions.

Nebraska Bills Missouri Coblers Missouri Bills Ee Cobblers Fair

Kansas City Market Prices Report Fragment

Market notes from Kansas City on July 18 show daily price quotations for produce and poultry. Grain and butterfat figures appear alongside poultry categories with uncertain weights and terms.

Kansas City Springs

Stock Market Dull On Quiet Day In New York

In New York on July 18 buyers and sellers stood back as trading was muted. The AP reports a list of leading issues showed little movement amid thin activity and tentative interest.

New York

Market Report Reflects Stagnant Session and Slim Offerings

Traders described a subdued three hour period with turnover near 220000 shares the smallest in 32 years. Bulls and bears held back as commissions lingered awaiting signals, while a few blue chips like U S Steel and United Aircraft attracted mild support. Bonds stayed steady and cotton fell 2 to 4 tenths per bale.

Hitler England U. S. Steel United Aircraft American Telephone Patino Mines J. C. Penney Fr Central International Harvester Sata Douglgn Aircraft Bethlehem Steel General Motors

Thrifty Habit of Daily Classified Page Reading

A daily routine of checking the classified pages shows thrifty readers consistently seek bargains. The habit highlights ongoing interest in budget finds and secondhand goods.

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