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Newspaper
Lawrence Journal World
Location
Lawrence, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Jul 26, 1938
Page
1
UPA reports a government army of 70 000 men crossing the Ebro River and driving 93 miles into Catalonia. Insurgents admit footholds near Asemora de Ebro as several columns press toward Gandesa while units head toward Valencia.
Senator Pittman said the Mexico property seizure dispute could profoundly affect world trade. He urged challenging the issue to protect treaty rights and warned Hull's note aims to deter confiscation of American property abroad. He stressed compensation is required for expropriated land taken since 1927.
The British pickaback seaplane Mercury arrived in Horta Azores at 1 30 p m from Botwood Newfoundland after a transatlantic test flight. The German seaplane Nordmeer followed from Port Washington NC at 11 23 am after a 14 hour 23 minute hop. Mercury will return via Lisbon and Southampton to Foynes Ireland where it began its maiden crossing on July 20.
Three telegrams from James W. Mellen of Los Angeles request the Senate Campaign Expenditure Committee investigate claims that federal job holders are being compelled to contribute to Senator McAdoo's campaign funds. Mellen opposes McAdoo for the California Democratic senatorial nomination. Sheppard will present the telegram to the committee the next morning.
In Knoxville officials press TVA probe but move toward constructive work as Director David Lilienthal responds to Morgan charges. Senators Frazier and Schwartz and Rep. Wolverton urge ending personal disputes and directing effort to congress resolution items.
Japanese forces announced the capture of Kiukiang 185 miles down the Yangtze from Hankow, claiming a major offensive against Hankow and a shattered Chinese defense line. They reported naval and air support and a rapid advance toward Hankow with Chinese positions in the Yangtze valley described as collapsing.
The topographic branch will begin surveys near Fredonia to supplement last year’s mapping. Plans include work around Wichita and Hutchinson. A PWA grant funds Lee City area surveying under Capt. C. L. Sadler of the U S Geological Survey. Dr. K K Landes will lead Phillips County field studies with KU students, aiming for an August start and a Phillips County report.
About 800 youths from Kansas and western Missouri gathered in Leavenworth for 30 days of Citizens Military Training Camp routine. The men, issued army uniforms, were divided into groups from first year soldiers to veterans with three prior C M T C camps and reserve officer commissions in sight.
British reinforcements were rushed to Rangoon amid a riot between Burma Buddhists and Indian Mohammedans injuring 40. The incident erupted in Rangoon, Burma, on July 26, as tensions flared between communities.
Douglas county begins the federal crop insurance drive this week with August 15 as the final contract date. Eligible wheat growers may insure 50 or 75 percent of average 1930s yields, with premiums paid in wheat or cash. Committee members urge all applications by August 6 for on site farm inspections.
The Harriet Tubman Community Center association hosts an emancipation celebration Monday in Southpark. The program includes county candidates speaking at 7 p.m. and a welcome address by the mayor at 8, with Prof. Earl D. Thomas of Kansas City delivering the main address.
Adrian Lindsey, KU head coach, sent a letter to prospective squad members urging immediate conditioning for the coming season. He notes the opener against the University of Texas is two weeks after practice begins, and says players with scholastic issues will be eligible by September 10 after summer work.
Kansas City on July 26. Gh Clyde Reed and his campaign tour manager J Thompson disagreed about a proposed law making it a misdemeanor to campaign when the temperature exceeds 85 degrees. Reed joked that Thompson runs an ice cream business.
The average of 60 stocks stands at 50.3 with a note of 508 from yesterday. Dentist De Alexander is listed with phone 506 for inquiries about advertising.
Harrisburg July 26 Governor George Earle sees five bills to halt the Dauphin county grand jury inquiry clear the house on first reading. Senate opposition surfaced as Senator Cavalcante challenged one measure granting the attorney general power to supersede a county prosecutor. Earle seeks to repel what he calls an unprecedented judicial invasion and to empower the attorney general and legislative oversight in the probe.
Dodge City July 26 The Ford county Young Republican club opposes John D. M. Hamilton entering Kansas primaries. A club spokesman says it is inappropriate for the national committee chairmanship or the presidency to be used to influence state primary elections.
Chicago July 26 Chauffer Bert Saggerman intentionally violated two traffic rules to lure police attention. He drove through a red light and turned in front of Policeman Michael Mulvihill who whistled and stopped the car. Nolan a 41 year old man was found in the vehicle after Saggerman claimed a robber was inside.
Luise Rainer, the red haired film actress who left Vienna for Hollywood three years ago, has qualified for U S citizenship in 90 days after passing the citizenship exam. Her marriage to Americanborn Clifford Odets prompted the shortened naturalization wait as she seeks dissolution of the marriage.
P Will T Beck former Republican state chairman endorses Harold McGugin Coffeyville Kansas as one of four Republicans seeking the party governorship nomination.
Charles C. Rankin announces his candidacy for Justice of the Peace in the upcoming election, filing notice of his campaign and platform.
Prime Minister Chamberlain defended foreign policy amid a Commons debate before a three month recess. He vowed Britain would not sacrifice honor or vital interests for peace and touted growing military strength as a deterrent while acknowledging limits on its use. He announced Viscount Runciman to investigate and mediate the Czech minority dispute, independent of government powers.
Donald Ashcraft, 24, of Transcontinental and Western Air in Kansas City, was named manager of Lawrence airport by the city council. He offers $30 monthly cash pay and will cover all expenses except runway and hangar maintenance. Wells retires August 1.
Rome reports Fascism now treats Aryanism as official doctrine with Party Secretary Achille Starace stating that the elaboration and discussion of Fascist race principles will be the culture ministry’s main task in 1939.
A Lawrence committee will be appointed by Mayor Alfred Lawrence to work with a Chamber of Commerce group on a $60,000 National Guard armory. The plan includes 45 percent PWA funding, potential location at the old Quincy school grounds, and possible election approval.
Fort Worth July 26 The whale country today heard W Lee O Daniel and his hillbilly orchestra across 108 radio stations as he outlined his campaign for the Democratic gubernatorial nomination He credited 54000 radio fans with prompting his entry and introduced Mrs O Daniel and his sons Pat Mike and Molly They closed with his song Beautiful Texas performed by many listeners.
Kentucky highway patrol continued inquiry into Gov A B Chandler illness after he fell ill in a Louisville hotel. Detectives found no evidence to substantiate doctors claims of poisoned water and called the case a publicity stunt. Police officials labeled the poisoning story a political bedtime tale.
City council approves 120 nominees for poll workers in twelve precincts with five members per board. Each precinct has a receiving and a counting board. polls run 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. with duties starting at opening and noon respectively.
John Ward perched on an 18 inch ledge on the 17th floor of the Hotel Gotham on Fifth Avenue drawing a massive crowd and halting traffic. Firefighters and police struggled to reach him while spectators urged him to come down.
Lawrence approves a 0.58 mill levy reduction for 1939 and an estimated 23 918.96 cut in expenditures by a 11 to 1 vote. The general levy drops to 7.32 mills on a city valuation of 14 969 127, with a 5.56 mill bond and interest levy. last year the levy was 8.85 mills. The plan adds a $5 monthly city employee pay increase and a $2 500 two way police radio system. Public hearing set for August 8. the airport fund falls 50, cemetery fund rises 1 100 from WPA road work, fire fund up 1 119, admin fund down 845 with only two elections. Total general fund rises to 48 591 25 from 46 247.
Local meteorologist Pi-Needed notes thundershowers are possible for northern Kansas tonight or Wednesday. A. D. Robb says rain is needed though corn is not severely stressed yet. Temperatures today near 100 in the north and about 95 in the south, with tonight’s readings 65 to 75, and tomorrow’s highs around 95 to 100 across the state.
U S Senate hopeful Gerald B. Winrod, a Wichita evangelist and Republican candidate, will speak to Douglas County voters tonight at 8 o’clock in South Park. He seeks the U S Senate nomination.
The Kansas forecast calls for possible local thunderstorms in the north tonight and partly cloudy conditions in the south on Wednesday. Temperatures ranged around 90s with highs near 93 and cooler readings expected in the northeast tonight. Dirt roads reported good.
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