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Newspaper
Lawrence Journal World
Location
Lawrence, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Jun 01, 1943
Page
4
The article notes that despite France's government paralysis, determined Frenchmen are seeking ways to sustain resistance. Unity is emerging slowly but in time to seize new opportunities for decisive actions against Germany.
A brief noted proverb from Proverbs 29 18 contrasts lack of vision with peril and enduring happiness with obedience to law. The statement emphasizes guidance through law as a source of contentment.
Federal funds for flood damaged road repairs in war plant areas are promised. Southeast Kansas faces extensive damage near major plants and strategic mines. Industry praises management for keeping production high despite delays. government aid should restore full operations soon.
Propaganda from Nazi sources argues against the Hitler first policy while real Pacific battles show Allies pressing Japan harder. In the Aleutians and southwest Pacific the tempo of actions rises, hurting Japanese interests and complicating Axis unity.
The report claims Hitler has 218 divisions poised for action on the Russian front, signaling the possible resumption of a major German assault. It notes that such an effort would come under heavier handicaps and could trigger Allied offensives on other fronts as well.
Allied leaders remove obstacles to French unity establishing an executive committee of seven to run affairs from Algiers as provisional capital. The plan aims for a functioning French government abroad, with the internee fleet at Alexandria joining the Allies and hoped-for quick resolution of Martinique command tensions.
Berlin declares June 22 as the invasion date and says Allies are expected on that day. The Nazi radio cites London sources, while German leaders’ views remain secret. More Germans grow to believe the invasion will occur and likely succeed.
The article notes women serving on the federal grand jury in Kansas and filling war plant roles and army camps during the war emergency. It highlights rapid expansion of acceptable jobs for women and officials repeatedly widening limits as women prove capable beyond expectations.
Sunflower and other war plants continued full operation with no holiday break yesterday. Management kept strict on the home front as long as fighting forces need munition output.
Heavy blows struck by the Allied air arm against war targets in Italy are described as powerful and largely unopposed. Italian air fighters stayed away from the raid zones, signaling a rapid softening of Italian defenses in the campaign.
The days when farmers are hard to contact are spent in the fields as long hours and strenuous labor drive the production of food demanded by war plans.
International food conference at Hot Springs Virginia explores postwar food production and distribution. Delegates theorize on governance and allocation as plans take shape for future supply chains and policies.
Local observer notes a shift in merchants stock as a wartime effect. blacksmith shops and other businesses increasingly carry ladies hosiery to meet changing demand and consumer needs.
Lucia Wallace cautions readers in the Rooks County Record to not count on poultry until they are delivered by the post office. The column blends humor with practical advice for rural readers.
The column portrays a highly tense wartime front with both sides preparing major offensives. Hitler weighs a big gamble against the Bolshevists while awaiting Anglo American moves, and Stalin eyes coordinated Red attacks as June looms as a pivotal offensive month.
Kansas anglers flock to a new state park lake near Tonga Noxie for the opening event. Mention of Memorial Day escapes for Lansing prisoners and notable local figures including Dr. E H Bailey of KU who died after a fall. Various locals travel for events, teaching, and work in Lawrence, Topeka, and Elmdale.
Twenty five years ago Chancellor Frank Strong presented diplomas to 27 graduates of Mount Oread high school. Volunteer labor squads formed to ease the farm labor shortage. Students urged support for the permanent income bill and were advised to write letters to their congressmen as the state election loomed.
Forty years ago Miss Jean Oliphant head trimmer at the Mendenhall millinery rooms has gone to her Columbus home. Other local notes include Rev. I. E. Baxter's return from Wichita for a diocesan Episcopal convention, a whist party in honor of Mr. and Mrs. Hutchinson, and rainfall flooding cellars around town. Kansas and Blue rivers now at highs unseen since 1844. University events include a Sunday school convention, a class meeting for freshmen, and Regent A. C. Mitchell speaking briefly. Mrs. Robinson presented seniors with pamphlets on early state history.
Ogden police will not allow parked cars in the city cemetery during night hours. Police Lieut. Darrell Shaw cites numerous complaints of damaged headstones as the reason for the restriction.
Canon City Colorado Henry E Snyder of Grand Junction district grazier orders ranges in Royal Gorge cleared of their wild unclaimed horses by September 1. He plans an organized drive to capture the animals so the ranges can be used for beef and lamb production.
A Boise resident attempted a salute at Gowen Field but was rebuked by a major. She then thrust bundles into the officer's arms, snapped a salute, reclaimed her parcels, and disappeared from view.
A Milwaukee resident who quit his city laborer job in 1941 after marriage now asks to be reemployed. An official questions the move as he explains his wife left him, prompting the request to return to work.
Captain Elverson Baker of the University of Kansas ROTC coast artillery unit was promoted to major yesterday. The change elevates Baker within the Army's field ranks and reflects ongoing military training efforts on campus.
Washington reports the resignation of J Kenneth Galbraith as deputy price administrator amid a power clash with Lou Maxon. The move sparks questions about leadership harmony, with Prentiss Brown signaling policy continuity while tensions loom over OPA control and labeling debates.
A critic called price control a road to inflationary rain, arguing the policy is full of loopholes and injustices. The remark framed the debate on governmental limits on prices and consumer impact.
The nation records 239 Memorial Day fatalities, down from Sikes 400 in peacetime. California leads with 80 deaths, Illinois 25. States list 104 traffic deaths 69 drownings 76 other accidents including trains and planes. Gasoline limits and holiday bans attributed to the decline.
Fairbanks Alaska May 81 delayed Davies arrives from Moscow where he carried a secret message from President Roosevelt to Soviet Premier Joseph Stalin. The Alaska dispatch notes only that travel was by plane on his way back to the United States with Stalin’s reply in hand.
In Wichita on June 1 candidates for governor include Jack Kendree of Hutchinson for the Nationalist party and Skipper Stark of Dodge City for the Federalist party. They were named after yesterday’s primaries at a meeting with 350 youths from 60 Kansas cities. The convention continues through the week.
A short occurred in a meter box inside the hallway of an apartment building prompting a routine inspection by building staff. No injuries were reported and power service remained stable as technicians checked the meter and wiring.
A blaze at the Rankin drug store located at Elev enth and Massachusetts street around 7:45 last night caused slight wall damage. Tenants scrambled to pull the switch and stop the fire before the fire department arrived to confirm the blaze was extinguished.
Miss Irene Webster Smith, Trinity College Dublin graduate and 26 year Japan missionary, sponsored by Inter Varsity Christian Fellowship, will speak Tuesday 7:30 p m to students at Myers Hall and address the Naomi Circle at the Lutheran church this afternoon at 3 o'clock after speaking to the sewing group at the Presbyterian church. She also speaks Wednesday at 10:30 a m to the sewing group and 8 p m to the public at the Lawrence Bible Center 500 Rhode Island street.
Mr and Mrs Edward Deckwa of El Dorado visited over the weekend with their parents Mr and Mrs Henry. The brief note highlights family connections and weekend gathering.
Beth awakens in hospital after the battle with a head bandage and an ankle injury. Brit Jackson, her commanding officer, consoles her and speaks of promotion to captain. He then professes his love, ending with a kiss as the two acknowledge their bond amid wartime trials.
A long list of Memorial Day visits and family gatherings across Topeka Garden City Welda and nearby towns. Names include Anna Miller Mary Brechelsen Irene Morrier LaVern Brechelsen Martha Schlimman Emma and Minnie Lawrens and many Brechelsen relatives. Multiple households in Kansas report visits, dinners, and plans for a June 3 children’s program.
A dense listing of radio programs across stations WRIEN WDAF KMBC WREN and others for Tuesday June 1 and Wednesday June 2. Entries include Jack Armstrong This Is Your War Western Echoes News Fred Waring's Orch Joe Rines' Orch Lum and Abner Heart of America Al Jolson's Show Famous Jury Trials Burns and Allen Red Skelton George Burns etc. Stations broadcast a mix of news music comedy drama and variety shows with multiple nightly lineups.
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