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Newspaper
Lawrence Journal World
Location
Lawrence, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Jun 07, 1943
Page
4
The Allies now enjoy preponderant strength in a key stretch of war where their position seemed desperate less than a year earlier. The Axis-held lower edge of Europe remains contested as Allied advances deepen.
A biblical verse quotes Psalms 22 27 calling all ends of the world to remember the Lord and every nation kindred to worship before Him.
John L. Lewis set a June 20 deadline for settlement terms. The unsettled issues and a potential production stoppage threaten further coal losses in wartime, following the walkout that cost 10 million tons.
The article honors the long term U S Representative from Kansas second district Guyer, praising his service in the House and as ranking Republican on the Judiciary Committee. It notes his ties to Douglas County and Lawrence, youth studies at Lane University and KU, and his habit of visiting counties between sessions to gauge public views. The piece signals a successor must be chosen with similar zeal and judgment to represent the district after Guyer’s 16 years.
Senator Capper cites Kansas examples where OPA rules hamper wartime food production. He points to corn price ceilings disrupting feed movement to livestock and argues for looser regulation to avoid stringency and lag behind actual needs.
American bombers hit Spezia in daylight, damaging three major Italian battleships a cruiser and a merchant ship. The attack tightens Allied access to the Far East and Russia via the Mediterranean and weakens Axis surface and air strength in the region.
Worry grows that soldiers on far flung fronts and in training camps will remember union strike records after the war. Labor leaders may be held responsible for short sighted and mismanaged actions that hindered the war effort, with final scores showing preventable harm.
An OPA directive prescribing use of desk drawers in government service was recalled before publication. Washington clerks seek copies as souvenirs as other directives may also be kept as relics of efforts to regulate all actions and possessions of the people.
Labor unions using telegraphs to influence senators on anti strike legislation face waning effect. Senator Reed answered a threatening telegram with a firm stance, stating he will not be instructed how to vote on any pending bill.
Major Kermit Roosevelt, son of Theodore Roosevelt, dies in Alaska during war. He is the second Roosevelt to fall in war, with Quentin Roosevelt perishing in World War I in France. His burial plot was within the American advance as the conflict ended with the 1918 armistice.
A collection of witty definitions from the Garden City Telegram adapted for readers. Modern Home notes regulation by a switch, Free Advice remains free only if acted upon, Fresh Paint proves belief requires proof, Mouth serves many roles from grocer to dentist, Pacifist attends peace talks without fighting. Father’s Day asks to remember the forgotten man. Executive details a letter being hand retried to a redheaded secretary. Respectability links to restraint and crop control in a measured social view.
A reader argues that new Kansas license tags fail to identify vehicles, noting drivers reuse or invert old tags and urging retention of existing tags from any origin to aid accountability, despite most motorists driving safely.
Senator Byrd argues President Roosevelt and the war effort face challenges from John L. Lewis and coal strikes. He cites May 2 actions, Ickes involvement, and calls for executive power or congressional action to control war production and maintain morale, nation’s unity, and constitutional government.
Fifteen Dread high school seniors graduated Monday at Fraser theater. M. L. White of Arkansas City arrived to plan the three day United Commercial Travellers of Kansas convention opening tomorrow with expected attendance of 1,000. Community club hosts and civic leaders visit, Baptist budget meeting, dinner bridge, Boulder dam construction update, ROTC to open packs, Mount Oread lodge plans, Jean Carder to Washington for quartermaster work, Coe announces birth of a son, Hertzog visits Kansas City on bank business.
Twenty five years ago Captain Benjamin F. Rice, commanding officer of a training school to be established for 250 soldiers on Mount Oread this summer, arranged for the arrival of the men. H. B. Peaks, superintendent of Haskell Institute, offered labor for the coming farm season to the local labor committee. Every man under 51 at the University of Kansas next year would be enrolled.
Forty years ago the university electric plant provides lights with a plant twice the size of downtown and capable of power and light. Work resumes with a large force from Santa Fe and Union Pacific as water recedes. Six horses haul corn to market and a penny show by neighborhood girls raises funds for flood sufferers. Mounted police patrol Lawrence outskirts for protection while Buerman Brothers report two pet deer gone. Mayor Selig issued 125 boat passes to North Lawrence at 3.
A Berlin broadcast quoted by the Associated Press argues the Allies cannot defeat the axis armies in a continental war. The War Today analyst says Hitler’s power rests on a now-worn army, surrounded by a safe ring for industry, while Allies would pressure from outside with long, difficult communications.
A building supply company owner visited the Price Administration office in Pittsburgh and handed Enforcement Attorney Orin L. Lewis a $20,000 check claiming the amount owed to the federal treasury under OPA regulations. He said a manager sold material above ceiling prices. Lewis expressed surprise at the payment.
Justice Boise Idaho reports Lieut Milton J Jones set to depart for a new post sought marriage to Mil dred Burden Blair Oklahoma. Idaho law requires blood test and three day waiting period for license but District Judge Charles Koelsch issued a special order permitting an immediate ceremony.
Kindergarten pupils at St. Gertrude's school receive playful "degrees" after nine months of study. Five-year-old Robert A. Mathews Jr addresses the class as caps and tassels in colors distinguish the graduates in music, fine arts, and science.
The air ministry reports May raids by CP RAF planes crippled about 150 locomotives in Germany France and the low countries. Freight trains signal boxes sidings and barrages were also damaged as intruders targeted Hitler's communications network.
In 14th century Dortmund Germany the city endured a protracted siege lasting 21 months as defenders held against attackers. The lengthy resistance highlighted the city’s strategic importance and resilience during medieval warfare.
Mrs. Balch and Mrs. Mertz return from Monroe Wisconsin. Norma Lockwood to lead crafts at Baldwin vacation Bible school. Dale Mosslander on ten day furlough from Camp Farragut Idaho visits family. Mrs. Reb and Miss Reb visit Bethany hospital in Kansas City with relatives from Chicago. Dr. Flickinger guests of the Flickinger family. Earl J. Boyd family return to Nebraska City Nebraska. Frank Leitaker attends a Lawrence meeting. Board of Ministerial Training opens June 14 with speakers from Garrett Theological Union Theological Seminary Pueblo Bishop Martin and Dr. Anderson. Dean O. E. Allison oversees activities at Parmenter Commons Jolliffe Hall. Dean B A Gessner visits Lawrence. Seaman Joe Clevinger and wife return to Hutchinson naval base after visit with Davison family. Coach Liston ends Baker football tenure while intercollegiate basketball continues if feasible. Mrs. Ben Rowie and Ed Daugherty visit Olathe. Captain Don Black mails parents from Africa describing Zoot suits origin.
An open house at Independence army flying field in Independence Kansas drew about 30 000 southeastern Kansas civilians according to state police Many visitors watched flying displays and demonstrations of training at the field Lieut Col Richard M Grant Renery serves as commanding officer
Derek Grady is found dead on Kraiktower grounds. Chief Deputy Sam Shaw and an accompanying officer question Kathy and the house staff about his identity as a manhunt note ties him to Chicago kidnapping warrants. Connie pressures for Walter's presence as the coroner arrives. the case remains unsettled.
Fairview residents gather for funerals and visits as Billy Krum heads to Leavenworth Induction. W S C S meets with devotionals, readings, and refreshment. Memorial Day observances in Vinland, family visits, naval training sendoffs, and church program planning for children’s day June 13 are noted.
The Journal World preps a dense radio grid listing 6:30 PM to 11:45 PM programs across WREN KMBC WDAF and others, featuring Jack Armstrong Lone Ranger Blondie Cavalcade of America and music variety shows. It notes audience reach of about 35 000 readers who consult the Too Late to Classify column daily.
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