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Newspaper
Lawrence Journal World
Location
Lawrence, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Jun 03, 1939
Page
4
The text urges that all actions be performed with charity referencing 1 Corinthians 16 14, and contrasts a small amount with a larger sum to guide conduct. It emphasizes moral conduct and fair dealing in public life.
The piece argues the army unlike the government should not rule, noting General Moseley’s Dies Committee appearance showed political misjudgment. It warns military courts could erode democratic government and cites attempts to pack the Supreme Court as a drift toward dictatorship, stressing the army’s role as servant of the people.
The city manager system, once nonpartisan and aimed at solving municipal problems, has been captured by a partisan machine. Critics say it has produced plunder and misgovernment, urging renewal of the ideal to realize the form’s best possibilities.
Fragile rescue perceptions were challenged as conditions once thought favorable faced doubts. Officials reassessed plans after initial tests suggested complexity in submarine recovery and safety measures.
An analysis compares the British Thetis and American Squalus incidents. The Squalus rescue succeeded despite depth, showing U S Navy preparedness and prompting broader adoption of developed rescue methods by navies worldwide.
Regent Prince Paul of Yugoslavia hobnobbed with Hitler and viewed a Nazi parade while factions of his subjects rioted at home in protest of pro Nazi leanings. Earlier Hitler pledged Yugoslav frontiers “forever inviolate,” testing the prince's assurances.
Maury Maverick pledged to be the best mayor in the United States and discussed national issues. The Pittsburg Sun notes that success depends on local officials handling city duties and delivering the mayor’s expected work.
The May drought marks the driest month in 70 years of Kansas data and June promises a rare chance to rebalance. So far June shows only partial willingness to meet those expectations in the area.
Letters to the Editor warn that wind mill grass from western Kansas threatens Lawrence lawns and parks. The plant spreads by seeds, forms dense root shoots, dies back in late fall leaving bare patches, and is hard to remove without careful caretaking and timely effort.
Dr Morris Fishbein presents this week's The Family Doctor quiz on body structure. Five questions worth 100 points total test skin weight bones heart organ size kidneys and thymus, with an expected score of at least 60 for well informed readers.
Chicago gym teacher Marie Buckley asks for divorce on grounds of domestic violence. The judge questions why she did not strike back, citing her gymnast background. Also referenced are a French chef remark and a church mission report, reflecting broader social commentary.
The 18 voice Trinity Episcopal boys choir directed by Olver Hobbs will sing at Grace Episcopal Chanute at 10:30 with Bishop James Wise presiding. They will have a noon luncheon, then travel to Iola for a 4 o'clock service before returning that evening.
Ruth Emerson hosted a dancing party for 30 at the Green Owl with Mrs. Erna Corey, Mrs. Lloyd Purcell, Mrs. George Houk, and Miss Elizbeth Purcell assisting. Miss Myrtle Dolbee and Miss Nell Buchanan plan a three month European study visit after teaching stints.
Twenty five years ago a new national sorority announced plans to install its Psi chapter in Lawrence this September. Pledging is set for June 8 at the home of Mrs. G. W. Jones. Local members active since 1911 include Trina Latta Marie Nelson Myrna Can Zandt Winona McCoskie Hedwig Walker Eva Stone Josephine Jaqua Claire Putnam Marjorie Kennedy and Aileen Anderson. Mrs. W. W. Russ, ill in Arizona, expects to return soon. A surprise party honored Mr and Mrs Charles Puckett on their first anniversary at 1915 Kentucky. Mrs. Charles L. Hess traveled to Los Angeles for a visit. Prof. E. F. Stimpson returned from a week in Washington.
Major Comte Ferdinand Eater confessed in London last evening to writing the bordereau, a key factor in Dreyfus conviction. Miss Helen Simpson closes her Normal school for summer and returns home. A petition circulates to repair Central Park band stand as a small expense. Baccalaureate sermon to be delivered by Rev. W. W. Boyd of St. Louis on Sunday evening June 4. Children under 14 barred from University chapel due to crowding. Frank Kern from Lecompton reports optimism for Wednesday bridge celebration with Perry and Lecompton bands, with speeches by C. M. Brooke, J Colley, J. L. Brady, Mat Edmonds, G. M. Huff. J. L. Raines assistant chair. William Caldwell and Frank Leach marshals.
A Reader’s Union Now argues for a Democratic alliance of fifteen democracies to deter dictators and cut war costs. The Gandhi biography praises nonviolence, while Stidger’s Those Amazing Roosevelts offers an intimate nonpartisan family portrait. Hoover writings compile key 1930s public questions and policies. Includes Sylvia of Hollywood diet guidance and Elizabeth Fitten Goldsmith’s Gleanings with religious themes.
Society editor Mary Franklin finds Duke Martin shot dead in his apartment. Journalists scramble to verify a mysterious tip as Crossie orders aggressive coverage while detectives question Tuckie Thompson and chase the rumored killer. To Be Continued.
Eudora residents hosted visitors from Topeka and Lawrence for Decoration Day and family gatherings. Numerous couples and families toured Gage Park Rose Garden, attended band events, and shared meals with friends and relatives across town and nearby towns.
Radio schedule list shows a dense slate of KMBC WDAF WREN WRN programs across June 5130 period. It names orchestras like Jimmy Dorsey Rex, Kay Kyser and Count Basie with affiliations to KMBC WDAF and WREN stations plus NBC and ABC network programs. The roster includes newscasts weather forecasts dances and public affairs with multiple time slots and a Sunday to Monday progression.
Monday broadcasts include a 2230 French lesson and news flashes followed by a 247 Volve recital featuring Jack Laffer in Irene Peabody's studio. Ward to Parents Who Plan to Send a Son for Daughter to College is noted with George Foster, registrar University of Kansas.
Lawrence Business College offers special typing classes for grade school pupils during the summer session.
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