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Newspaper
Lawrence Journal World
Location
Lawrence, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Jul 25, 1944
Page
4
A 1944 World Company page emphasizes patriotism and civic duty. It notes freedom and equality under democracy, calls on citizens to support constitutional government, and honors forebears who defended the United States. It quotes Psalms 138 and discusses Allied campaigns and Russian support in World War II.
The article surveys debates on dealing with the Junker class after the war. It notes Americans doubting extermination as a policy, while reports claim Hitler plans a purge of aristocratic blood in reprisal. It compares Hitler’s stance with Junker opposition and likens the purge to revolutionary movements before the war ends.
The Kansas delegation at the Democratic national convention narrowly avoided backing Wallace as late changes moved the group onto the Truman bandwagon. The article suggests remote control from big city bosses guided the proceedings and timing left Kansans unsure of leadership.
Tempe reports that Churchill's Normandy tour raised Soviet hopes for a major Western front push. Soviet spokesmen show disappointment with early results, while observers note massive concentrations of men and guns, suggesting potential Allied opportunity despite diverging eastern and western fronts. The Reds acknowledge heavy casualties in swift eastern gains.
After a upheaval in Germanys top command the front in France remains stubbornly solid. Allied hopes of a collapse fade as officers are removed and a Nazi loyalty drive replaces traditional army discipline. The shift could raise or hollow the fighting power, while analysts warn the purge may weaken German war capability and hasten collapse.
War dispatches describe a crucial moment as Allied forces push in Normandy and Italy against Nazi lines. Russians surge on Vistula approaches, while German retreats and fuel logistics strain their defense. Kansas protests Arkansas river water release. a man dies after a truck fall in Wichita.
A long list of social events and travels from the community is reported. Lacy Smith hosted a birthday gathering for Elizabeth Prentice. many locals plan trips to Columbus and Colorado. several families vacationed or will winter elsewhere. A heat wave-related death in Linwood is noted and upcoming cinema at the Varsity features “The Love Burglar” with Wallace Reid. Cpl. Harvey Rodgers arrives back in New York from overseas.
Twenty five years ago note shows Dr W L Burdick traveling to Washington D C on Sunday for a federal revision event. Mabel Riena of Abilene and Gene Burnett of Madison Barracks N Y visited here Wednesday. James Bowers hosted a dinner in honor of his brother Charles W Me jors returned from Pratt and a family trio hosted guests at the Maffet home. The Year Round club held a dinner at the home of Mr and Mrs Henry Asher for the Asher family.
Dr Russell of Farmington has moved to Lawrence and resides at 910 Tennessee. Miss Mary Reats left for Fremont, Michigan after months with her mother Mrs Reatz. Mrs John Simpson visits from Illinois. Misses Lenna and Edith Wolga Mott go to St Louis. W E Penchard and daughter Nellie travel to New York City with stops in Chicago for winter. Junius Underwood hosts guests as they tour Kansas City. Gertrude and Grace Risley head to St Louis. Louise Martin visits Ed Martin on route from Los Angeles to Kansas City. Maude Sprague returns from Atchison after five weeks with Miss Grist. Edna Honnold returns from Olathe. Mrs Carl Graeber and Mrs Charles Achning host a garden party tomorrow evening.
Moscow reports the Polish National Council in Moscow seeking inclusion of East Prussia and parts of Pomerania into Poland after the war. The council rejects the London government as Polish leadership, proclaims a National Liberation Committee, and calls for alliance with the Soviet bloc and democratic nations, while outlining postwar reforms and property restitution.
The Lawrence U S Employment Service reports progress in aiding working mothers by matching children with local caregivers. Two women have already offered services at a rate of 1 dollar per day per child and 3 cents for a balanced meal.
A compact word puzzle item presents clues for a set of definitions. The entry hints at a French or Italian connection with a royal surname and a Bamboolike trait, inviting readers to fit the mislaid sequence into a themed answer. Further context clarifies the wordplay’s linkage to a historical spelling puzzle.
In Baltimore on July 25 police say a man named Morrey found a pile of safety pins in a trash can and returned them to a residence door. Two girls aged 20 and 22 answered and admitted some pins were taken. a male caller named Murray remained at the scene as police arrested the trio.
Moscow reports 16 captured German generals issue a joint appeal to officers and soldiers to break with Hitler, denounce orders, and end the bloodshed. The statement, broadcast and dropped over German-held areas, says 30 divisions have been destroyed and urges troops to stop fighting for their country.
New York July 25 UPI Herbert Brownell Jr Republican national chairman charged President Roosevelt with cloaking wartime secrecy a Chicago meeting with a high Democratic leader during the west coast trip He did not name the leader The revelation that Robert E Hannegan national Democratic chairman boarded the President's special train five days before the convention was raised at a press conference Brownell called the meeting a misuse of wartime regulation for partisan purposes and said wartime powers should not be misused while affirming safety measures for the President in wartime
Frank H. Roberts, senior editor of the Oskaloosa Independent, turns ninety three as the newspaper marks its eighty fourth year. Roberts has edited the Jefferson county seat paper since 1874, except for 1879 to 1882 with Topeka Daily Capital, now writing multiple columns each week and handling advertising while the Roberts family remains the paper’s owner since its founding by John W. Roberts.
Fragmentary OCR notes indicate Frank Rolarte began work with the Pepe Ass Typesetter in 1862. remaining text is garbled and lacks clear additional facts or context.
Rep Bolton plans a six week stay in London to report on how their girls are doing and to investigate nurse registry ideas. She will visit government officials and Red Cross activities, aiming to share findings with homefolks.
New York July 2 J L law vice president of Western Geen notes Roosevelt message to Senator Truman may have constituted an exception to the wartime ban on congratulations telegrams Egan says the ban was amended under an executive order and could be modified or rescinded King George VI begins a battlefield tour of Italy arriving in olive green uniform Wichita Kansas July 25 United States and allies promise gasoline fuel for victory as Cari Friend seeks Republican nomination for U S presidency
A veteran political figure pledged to combat restrictions by advocating relaxation of the rule that limits oil wells to 40 acres and calling for parity pricing. The comments reflect ongoing debates over resource policy and fair market practices.
Mrs Malcom Strom left Sunday for Dwight to visit her in law and attend at the home of her husband parents. Mrs Guation spoke last week in the home of the sousitiz. The Misses Besso and Mar Cannon Jorie Claude Reeves has improved steadily from illness and is gaining ability to assist a zea to Geo Marquardt Sunday with Mrs Marquecdt. Left Monday for a trip to Independence Coffey rile and Council Grove. 1 chase in Topeka last Sunday morning. Mrs Pbright and their daughter Betty accompanied him to Topeka where Miss Eright remained to resume work as reference librarian at Washburn City after four weeks. On E Wolf entertained. Runyan of Independence. Mrs Claude B Beeks president of the Guild presided at the refreshment table Supt Lawrence drove to Overbrook Monday night where he was guest speaker at Rotary. A H Johnson of Garnett Bay to Baldwin Monday to bring her son Kirk and several young women to attend Youth Fellowship Institute. Mrs Johnson will be remembered by Baldwin and Baker friends as Miss Ramone Kirkpatrick. Mrs Charles Callahan of Independence accompanied a group of young people to Baldwin Monday to enroll in the institute. Her daughter Ruth Ann will attend Bab Hewitt. Taylor died Sunday evening at his home on North Seventh Street after a long illness. The funeral will probably be held Tuesday arrangements awaiting word from relatives. Dr Donald Ebright who is traveling on the interests of Board of Missions of the Methodist.
An Army hospital in Algeria during the North Africa landings frames a dramatic vignette. Nurses, doctors, and prisoners of memory linger over love and soul as Dr Merrill and Yvonne navigate rumors and propriety. A mobile medical team prepares for front lines while letters, books, and radio keep morale alive amid scarce supplies.
An obituary note recalls B5i joining the paratroopers with enthusiasm, and notes his important role in the unit. He hailed from Baldwin High School area, had many friends in the community, and his death saddened the Alaska town, with his brother Frank also serving nearby.
A list of radio time slots and show titles across stations WDAR WMBC WREN WDAF KMBC WEEN and others for Tuesday evening July 1 3. Programs include The Green Hornet Town News Newscasts The Bodie Fights Paul Nelson Jack Carson's Show and The Alan Young Show with varied hosts and musical segments.
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