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Newspaper
Lawrence Journal World
Location
Lawrence, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Jun 08, 1938
Page
4
A short devotional line echoes Ephesians 4 32 urging kindness tenderness and forgiveness among readers, recalling that God forgives through Christ. The bulletin frames the verse as a guiding principle for parish life and daily conduct.
Iowa Democrats renominated Senator Gillette and rejected an administration backed rival, delivering a blow to White House influence. The result cheers anti New Deal factions and suggests Washington orders may be resisted in state contests, reflecting a push to restore authority from the people to the federal center.
The Kansas sales tax brings in nearly a million dollars monthly and will soon be tested as a lighter to other taxes. Budgets for the coming year must be set and property levies fixed, with sales tax shares reducing the levy needs. The impact on tax levies will be watched closely.
President C A Dykt a of the University of Wisconsin delivers a Kansas address on higher education's role in defending democracy amid world experiments in government. He warns that both extreme right and left threaten democratic principles and urges reaffirmation of representative government.
A Mussolini era editorial urges the United States to safeguard its children while insinuating silence on Italy's actions in Spain and Ethiopia. The piece notes limited success in ending child kidnapping crimes and praises law enforcement efforts, while urging stronger effectiveness.
The article notes foreign planes crossing into southern France over the Pyrenees may provoke French concern beyond immediate bomb threats. It suggests these flights are intended to map roads and fortifications for future war files that governments can use later, potentially adding a northern frontier to defend when Europe readies for conflict.
A fragment notes Congress considering adding regional differentials to the wage-hour bill. It warns the device could ease action but signal the start of trouble with logrollers and special fixers entering the scene.
Weather spared outdoors as University graduates received degrees under the auditorium roof after four years of study. The emphasis remained on earning the hard won sheepskins rather than the venue.
Going away Have the Journal World sent to your summer address for only 25 cents a month Phone 22.
Willy Nilly confronts Christopher Columbus Crow as the Puddle Muddlers threaten him. The crow admits guilt for taking Willy Nilly's watch while seeking to understand why it ticked. The value of honesty leads to restoration as the watch and pieces are returned.
Joseph Pirukowsky, an armless Johnstown youth who writes with a pencil clenched in his teeth, won a bachelor of science degree today at the University of Pittsburgh. Instructors said that despite his disability he excelled academically.
Downtown Oklahoma City church hosts weekly open houses on Tuesdays and Fridays ahead of the election. Church officers say politicians may speak if they contribute to the event.
Donald Belo, 12, conducted a makeshift ride service in Chicago after spotting a saddled horse by the curb. He charged children three cents per ride, enjoying brisk business until a man offered 50 cents to buy the horse. Police were called when the animal wandered from nearby stables.
Johnny Arbuthnot, 70, retires after teaching physics for years in Janesville high school. He quips he does not want to be a jalopie as he steps down. The city council honors him with a “Johnny Arbuthnot day” at a dinner recognizing his long service.
Mrs. Joe Rushing a 56 year old Hammond Louisiana mother of two refused medical help after a Sunday night snake bite at a religious sect meeting. She claimed faith would cure the poison as others prayed nearby. The water moccasin bite occurred during a thrill segment and the snake was later killed.
Coffeyville may replace street cars with motor buses under an ordinance proposed by the city commission. The Union Electric Railway company would substitute buses for the electric cars in operation since 1907. The two cycle gas engine was invented by Sir D. Clerk in 1886.
The Lawrence community kickoff features the Elks Club versus Odd Fellows with Mayor Rankin tossing the first ball and Leslie Davis as umpire. League czar C. C. Carl and managers George Reed of the Elks and D. L. D. Welch of the Odd Fellows are noted, amid a flurry of summer travel and local social updates.
A committee led by E. C. Meservey asked University council to bring back the Kansas Missouri football game to Kansas City. Members include L. R. Wright W. H. H. Pratt and J. C. Nichols. Also notes on grasshopper plague in New Mexico and mining summer plans for five Lawrence youths.
Forty years ago the Kansas University board of regents delayed letting the Fowler machine shops contract due to high bids. The building committee will handle the matter with Mr. Fowler to be consulted again before further action. The article also notes faculty changes with Dr. Naismith to replace Hector Cowan, Florence Parrott and Miss Smith elected to positions, and mentions the 26th annual commencement with Rev. Dr. Barrows as speaker. One hundred ninety-one degrees were awarded including one B S to Agnes Radford and one M S to John M. Macomb.
In a Cape Cod village a mystery surrounds Marina Lorne’s murder and a missing ambergris lump valued at $50 000. Asey Mayo and Pam Frye pursue clues while Aaron Frye recovers from injuries and Tim Carr faces danger as the case unfolds amid church bells and a burning barn.
The article notes the ratification sequence of the Constitution from Delaware to New Hampshire and New York, with Virginia joining later as North Carolina and Rhode Island lagged. It also reports May 14 6-cent red and blue airmail stamps going on sale in Dayton Ohio and St Petersburg Florida with substantial first day cover totals.
James B. Hatcher surveys Thomas Jefferson’s multifaceted life. From drafting the Declaration to serving as Virginia governor, moving the capital, and disavowing slavery, the piece traces his musical, legal, political, and personal dimensions.
A brief note recalls a longtime favor owed and repaid as Ma's Cousin Ed reaches back for assistance during a difficult period. The quote reflects a neighborly bond and mutual aid across years.
Secretary Wallace pledged wholehearted support for Senator Gillette and urged Iowa Democrats and Republicans who favor Roosevelt policies to work for his reelection. He warned that nominating Lester Dickinson would harm agriculture legislation and progressive measures. Farley and Roosevelt aides soon offered their help.
Wednesday June 8 evening programs span WREN KMBC and WDAF with music orchestras dramas and news. Thursday June 9 features March of Games concert ensembles and radio drama entries with hourly variety from 6 pm to midnight across KMBC WDAF and WREN.
Russell Kansas June 8 Payne H Ratner seeking the Republican governorship nomination told a meeting in an oil area that Gov Walter A Huxman is failing the oil producers He said the governor held conferences and went to Washington after passive actions were criticized and claimed he accomplished not one single constructive thing He urged Kansas officials to work with other states for a common market or risk failure to perform duties expected of citizens.
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