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Newspaper
Lawrence Journal World
Location
Lawrence, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Jul 26, 1939
Page
4
A Biblical verse urges private prayer. It says when you pray go into your closet and shut the door to pray to your Father in secret who will reward you openly. The instruction emphasizes humility and sincerity over outward show.
Senator Vandenberg calls the new spending bill with a prevailing wage rider a bootstrap lifting effort. Opposition in Congress grows as belief in bootstrap theory wanes, potentially harming the bill's passage chances.
The article notes wheat and corn prices at multi year lows and questions whether government programs can raise farm income. It cites farmer suspicions about new regulations, potential manipulation of markets, and whether current prices reflect the failure of New Deal policies to boost agriculture.
Britain authorities disclose about 5000 suspected IRA agents under constant surveillance. They describe a general wreckage and sabotage program called plan and suggest a possible foreign staff influence behind the plan. The remarks accompany a parliamentary bill expanding defensive powers including deportation of suspects and hint IRA links to broader European developments.
The Kansas legislature failed to establish zones of transportation for high schools, prompting districts to compete for pupils. The Wellsville Globe notes Wellsville may lose many students to nearby districts as a result of the unresolved issue.
The Globe reports Wellsville school authorities consider transportation options to lure students from other districts. With open field competition, schools spread transportation zones to reach students near rival high schools. The move risks hurting overall school system by turning education into tuition fee competition.
After Britain granted limited recognition of Japan's special needs in China, Tokyo pressed broader claims. Britain expected easing but sees tension rise as demands expand, while Chinese press laments that British diplomacy mirrors Munich and foresees Japan’s possible domination of the region.
Report notes Arabs in the Holy Land kidnap and ransom Christians, citing an Ohio minister held for 5000 dollars but released for 2500. The article links rising kidnappings to a breakdown of order in the region.
Virginia senator Carter Glass remarks that congress should have adjourned long ago. He is known for blunt language since the New Deal era and remains listened to for his long record of correct positions.
The mass ceremony for 105 couples in Montreal drew a crowd that taxed hospital and first aid services for hours. Heat prostrations and other casualities occurred among spectators as the event unfolded.
Argentina lays claim to a portion of Antarctica as do other nations near the South Pole, but all have no clear plan for what to do with the land if the claim holds.
The Fort Scott Tribune comments angrily on puzzling statements by President Roosevelt as Fort Scott readers note the remarks seem to be achieving their intended effect.
A 900 mile wide dust cloud rises above Mars as astronomers study the spectacle, ignoring everyday questions from a Topeka reader who notes a truck passing by as the crowd watches the skies.
Kansas Industry Commission chair Oscar Stauffer says the agency will push expansion of existing industries while courting new ones. The group met with Director Rolla Clymer reporting on a recent eastward tour and pledged cooperation with neighboring states. The August meeting will be in Pittsburg as part of broader efforts to keep prosperity regional and not at the expense of others.
David Crate the secretary of state for Scotland argues that Scots use more water per person than neighbors and others, addressing libels about the national beverage. The passage also mentions Antarctica as part of the discussion.
Dr. Morris Fishbein surveys vitamins beyond A to K. Riboflavin is identified as G, while vitamin E is discussed as the anti sterile vitamin with limited proven deficiency. The piece notes experimental status and scarce human deficiency, amid ongoing interest in vitamins.
Michael Getto a Pitt graduate named first assistant to H W Hargiss at the University. Getto starred as a three year linesman at Pitt and earned All American honors last year as the coaching staff for the coming year is completed with Brutus Hamilton as track coach. The page notes other faculty and local travel, plus a Topeka luncheon honoring the Briand Kellogg pact and various visits.
Forty years ago Mrs. L. C. Wilson and Mrs. A. Monroe traveled to Excelsior Springs this morning. Miss Mary Copley returned from a two week visit in Otto. Mrs. J. D. Bowersock and daughter Marjorie joined Camp Ky bash near Lecompton with Mrs. Bowersock as chaperon. A. Henley and family began a month long western outing. Miss Nellie Wilhelmi hosted the young ladies whist club with a six o clock tea. Music thrives as pianists populate Massachusetts street with morning and afternoon sessions. E. D. O'Bryan traveled to Ottawa to join his family at Chautauqua. they return Friday. Mrs. F. H. Roberts and Miss Agnes Watkins visited their sister in Kansas City. C. M. Sheldon of the Missouri Mickie Farmer was seen in town.
The Voortrekkers recall a century old oath tied to Dingaan's Day on December 16. Andries Pretorius led 464 men at Blood River against 12,000 Zulus, defeating them in two hours and ending the Zulu threat.
Regular readers check the classifieds each day for local listings, sales, and notices. Community ads highlight services, job openings, and items for sale in the neighborhood.
Roselee Dale and Christine Palmer join Franklin Larraway and Dick Bancroft for a summer venture at Goldcrest. After a chase and a confrontation with the escaped convict Quail, Franklin is wounded but Christine and Franklin become engaged. The party moves to Kingman for medical help as Dick contemplates gold discoveries and shared town future.
A dense list of radio time slots across WREN KMBC WDAF stations for July 26 and 27. Includes orchestras such as Kay Kyser Barry Wood Duke Ellington Larry Clinton and Gene Krupa, plus programs like Amos n Andy, What s My Name and Weather Forecast. Multiples hosts and venues appear across days.
Gene Kalb returned from Emporia after a week with friends. Hallie Doran of Edgerton visited at the Van Tries home. Dr and Mrs Mitchner of Topeka dined with Clyde Bell. Mitchner and Bell are sisters. Henry Bell keeps unusual livestock as two shoats run to cows at night.
The item recalls the golden wedding anniversary of Mr. and Mrs. W. A. Scott set for August 4 with open house from 7:30 to 10 p m. It traces Walter A. Scott s birth in 1865 on the John Black farm and his father Jack Scott s Civil War era service with the 16th Kansas Volunteers under Colonel Walker and Custer powder river expedition. It also details the Scott and Pearson family histories and long Douglas county residence for Netty Pearson and Walter A. Scott with their four daughters and three deceased sons.
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