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Newspaper
Lawrence Journal World
Location
Lawrence, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Jun 03, 1941
Page
4
According to Acts 11 29 30 the followers gave relief to the Judean believers and sent funds through Barnabas and Saul to the elders. The measure followed the disciples acting each according to his ability to assist their distressed brethren.
The article argues that Nazi control of Crete worsens British Mediterranean grip and increases Hitler’s reach toward Dakar and Brazil. It suggests the French surrender is near, expanding the Nazi empire and bringing the war closer to the Americas, challenging isolationist claims. The war’s pace is described as rapid, driven by planes ships and tanks.
The article notes CCC camps in the east closing due to lack of enrollees who join the army or enter private work. It argues the government should shut down the program to save public funds, instead of prolonging it.
Representative Engel argues that a quarter of a billion dollars was wasted building army camps under cost plus fixed percentage. He notes the cost plus method caused WWI scandals and warns wasteful spending has become a national habit beyond the camps.
The report explains Memorial Day fatalities in Kansas are partly due to unsettled weather. It notes people are more careful in bad weather and that dark dreary days have some redeeming aspects.
Eastern Kansas farmers weighed more than price promises in the wheat quota ballot. Despite campaigns and money incentives from Washington, counties like Douglas voted no revealing independent scrutiny of federal programs.
Adjutant General McLean says 35 percent of Kansans called for army duty were rejected. Despite more money time and talent spent on public health the army figures suggest failures in fundamental health issues. The remarks challenge health agencies and the public to address gaps.
The piece argues that the government already holds unprecedented powers for peacetime. It states the key issue is not granting more authority but using existing powers more effectively.
The article notes Burlington reports a rainfall of 12.69 inches, defining it as a cloudburst. It discusses varying opinions on the rainfall threshold but affirms Burlington’s assertion as a cloudburst in any language.
Market reports show wheat on American markets dipping to season lows amid news the Federal Farm Board has withdrawn its backing for the old crop.
Twenty five years ago reports say the German battleship Westfalen, a 18 000 ton dreadnought, was sunk in the great naval battle off the Jutland coast. A wireless dispatch from Berlin confirms the loss amid the engagement.
The piece argues French cooperation with Germany signals a shift toward a new axis phase. It cites Admiral Darlan’s accusations against Britain, Weygand’s constrained position, and strategic aims from Syria to the Suez, including possible attacks on Cyprus and Gibraltar.
Washington reports substantial congressional opposition to a war department plan granting the president power to seize property for defense. Senator Wheeler leads criticism, warning of state takeovers and erosion of democracy, while lawmakers expect a tough Senate battle and swift House action.
Gov. Payne Ratner appointed Roy Frost of Topeka to succeed A. J. Murray as superintendent of the state industrial reformatory at Hutchinson, effective June 15. Murray, from Kansas City Kansas, asked for a transfer to the highway department and will join the right of way purchasing division.
Independence Kan June 3 A search continues for the body of Norman Vance 13 who fell from a ledge under a bridge while watching the rising Verdigris River Officials are searching the riverbank and debris along the Verdigris vicinity for the missing youth.
Mrs. William K. Washburn 74 former grand Kansas commander of the True Kindred a Masonic auxiliary died yesterday in Bonner Springs Kansas. The obituary notes her longtime service and leadership in Masonic affiliated groups.
Deborah Lovett meets a mysterious stranger Stephan von Thalmann at a Shakespeare seminar. Amid wartime suspicion and campus snubs led by Sam Lindstrom, Deborah wonders about the young German officer while Angela teases rumors of his background. The pair plan dinner as rumors swirl.
Chicago visitor Samuel A Deel Jr visits Baldwin with family guests. Many locals attend Baker's 83rd commencement as professors and graduates prepare summer sessions and scholarships are announced.
June 3 5:30 pm to 7:55 pm features WREN KMBC and WDAF with news casts sports reports and music. Notable shows include Johns musical clips The Great Nickel Man United Service Organization programs and late-night weather and news updates.
High Prairie WSC meets with Mrs Winnie Reser. Visitors include Frank Gleason and family moving to Baldwin. Mr and Mrs Frank Gleason hosted a farewell with friends and neighbors. Several families attended public sale at Frank Gleason’s. Remarks note Mr Summers improving and others visiting Loren Williams and Paul Ulrich households.
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