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Newspaper
Lawrence Journal World
Location
Lawrence, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Jun 09, 1942
Page
4
A brief quotation from Romans 1 14 declares the debtor to Greeks and barbarians the wise and the foolish equals. The line expresses a universal appeal of the gospel message to diverse audiences across cultures.
Federal authorities say the sugar ration will not be liberalized as stockpile grows. Rationing remains tight while officials urge disciplined consumption and study of controlled use. More information on sugar availability will emerge, but current policy takes no account of it.
The piece questions British advice to evacuate occupied France as a possible bluff or nerve war. It notes Berlin studies the warning intensely and weighs whether a German invasion is imminent or if the warning serves as psychological pressure amid potential Soviet front developments.
Washington report notes that organized purges by groups like the party line leftist purge fail to unite against administration opponents. Time Magazine New Republic and the Union for Democratic Action push guidance to Kansans but are not active locally. Observers say outsiders rarely influence primaries, and incumbents may seek outside help if they slip in their state.
The speaker argues that after war, simple enduring values will rebuild order. Returning to dignity, rights, fairness, pledged word, and goodwill can heal world chaos, echoing timeless religious ideals. These principles are ancient, not new, and foundational to social harmony.
The passage notes surprising shifts as ministers grow more involved in economics while economists move toward politics. It suggests leaders are abandoning their traditional concerns, aiming to contribute amid nations and people reorienting after the war.
The article reports Japan denying gas warfare experiments in China while President Roosevelt warned that proof of gas use would trigger U S retaliation against Japan. It notes Japan's Midway losses and a parallel British warning to Germany, with axis powers ready to use gas if it favors victory and allies prepared to retaliate.
Randolph Carpenter of Marion, a former congressman, will oppose George McGill for the senatorial nomination. While voters juggle other concerns this year, the primary promises lively contests and notable interest.
The five dollar federal motor vehicle stamp will be sold starting tomorrow and remains valid until July 1, 1943. A guarantee of tire and gasoline availability for holders through that date could trigger a rush to purchase tonight.
The Pittsburg Headlight notes W. H. Burke announces his candidacy for governor, stating the lapse of ambiguity that may instead mark a new period of uncertainty.
Heavy rains slow progress on the Kanopolis flood control dam on the Smoky Hill River delaying completion as crews struggle with sustained downpours and flooding concerns.
Ottawa Herald notes the Kansas University Mineral Industries Building could spark a new era for the state. It will train thousands in chemistry and help convert resources like clay, brine, asphalt rock, chat, salt, and volcanic ash into products such as synthetic rubber, alcohol, lacquers, and oils. Vast gas fields remain, awaiting enterprise and science to unlock potential.
A Lyons News item notes a young girl returning with an illustrated card described as an ad vertisement about heaven. The mother inquires and the child calmly explains the card’s heavenly focus.
Mike Getto told police this morning that two auto horns were stolen from his car at Woodlawn Park last evening. Ottawa officials said bids will soon be invited for a $60 000 viaduct over the Santa Fe tracks at the north city edge. E J Jake Hill of Lecompton announces reelection bid for Douglas county board from the third district subject to August Republican primary. A large unused reservoir at the old city water plant is being converted into a rearing pond for fish. Douglas County Sportsmen club backs project. University of Kansas to offer four year pharmacy program per state board of regents action. Ed Anderson made a business trip to Topeka today. Mrs Howard Veatch expected home from McPherson today. Miss Alice Marie Meyn returned home yesterday from Leavenworth where she had been attending school.
Bill Talcott dives from a Caribbean liner to evacuate and trap Nazi agent Constantine Webber von Stampf in a water polo style confrontation. He uses a daring pursuit to drag the foe from a launch and reveal a wider plot involving Abias Island, Martha Swenson Swantzig, and staged defenses. The rescue ends with Talcott uncovering the conspirators and securing June Paterson's safety, closing with the Captain declaring the end of the tale.
Dewitt Mackenzie assesses Midway battle outcomes with Japan losing 68 ships sunk and 71 damaged along with heavy air force losses. He notes Japan’s navy shrinkage threatens future Western Pacific control and predicts possible further Japanese assaults while defenders seek to blunt offensives.
Subscriptions for Liberty Loan bonds through Lawrence banks total 200000 dollars. Honor Flag Day with a Liberty bond. Notables: Jack O'Donnell of Kansas City visits his mother in Lawrence. Jurisdictional events include Henderson Martin as speaker for the Flag Day observance by Lawrence Ellis Lodge No 595. Several locals arrive or depart for travel or work, including professors retiring and going to France as a war correspondent.
Farm Bureau vice presidents from Lecompton Grant Wakarusa Palmyra and Marion townships met at the Chamber of Commerce rooms to plan a countywide contact program within two days notice. The effort ties into the government war program and will be run through local school boards. The session was led by W G Adimatein of Kansas State College and County farm agent Dea Six of Douglas County.
Topeka June 9 John Steuart Curry will not return this summer to finish his statehouse murals. Capitol custodian L D Robinson reports Curry asked for paints and brushes to be sent to Madison Wisconsin where he is artist in residence at the University of Wisconsin. Curry had refused to sign murals earlier after not being allowed to remove rotunda marble but planned a final varnish on completed portions.
Forty years ago Woodrow Wilson was elected president of Princeton University yesterday. The University of Kansas class of 1901 enjoyed a campus luncheon today.
Eight states send 85 to 100 enrollees to a regional Methodist student leadership training conference at Baldwin Methodist church. Courses run daily 8 a.m. to 10:30 p.m. with topics including Bible interpretation and peace lectures. Sponsors include Nashville boards. instructors include Baker Bollinger Chubb Ehrens terger Hammill Muelder and Sensabaugh.
A Tokyo newspaper quoted by Berlin radio reports Japan may be warned of losses from the Midway naval clash. The unnamed admiral cited past Russo-Japanese losses and warned wars stretch tests morale, with neither side guaranteed continual triumph.
Kansas VFW delegates at Independence meet to back permanent compulsory military training and a peacetime army of 1,000,000. They call for a strong air force and naval power, and favor a blackout on political statements to protect military leadership and policy faith.
In Greenville a Marine recruiting poster known as Walking Johnny disappeared. A note signed the women explained they borrowed Johnny to toast him at a cocktail party.
In Culbertson a merchant offered his note filled ad for a borrowed truck. The vehicle was left in front of his store. The next day another truck appeared with an apology note. The merchant posted another ad asking that no more trucks be turned in.
Seattle council approves emergency curfew for dogs indoors or on a leash from sunset to 7 a.m. due to raid danger. One councilman dissents proposing a cat curfew alongside dogs.
Pvt Warren Teel reports to military police in the 54th infantry at Camp Shelby Miss. Three Jefferson county schoolmen pass exams for volunteer officers training at Leavenworth awaiting Omaha’s decision Kenneth Mahan August Anberg and C E Peterson. Perry Irvine on furlough from the navy aboard the Tennessee at Pearl Harbor transfers to New York then to St Joseph to visit parents. Mr and Mrs Leonard Page travel to Huntington Park Cal after visiting relatives. Mrs Charles Johnson visits sister at McFarland then returns home. Mr and Mrs John Lamar return from Jacksonville Miss and await employment. Mr and Mrs Norton Mongold visit relatives at Redstown and Corpus Christi. Garland Graham takes physicals at Oskaloosa. Government asks Jefferson county for more scrap iron. Sam Allen Jr returns last Saturday.
A dense list of radio programs and times across stations KMBC WREN WDAF WDAP WNAT WDAK and others for Tuesday June 9 and Wednesday June 10. It documents shows orchestras, comedies, news, sports, and variety acts including Fred Waring’s Orchestra, Gabriel Heatter, Glen Miller, and Ramona, with many program titles and host names.
Reports from Meriden and surrounding areas note residents visiting relatives and taking new jobs, with several names listed. Russell Allen enlisted in the army in Kansas City. Frank Lanning sworn into the navy in Kansas City. Annabel Allen graduates and finds Topeka work. A bridge project continues east of the S Dick farm amid heavy weekend rain.
Advertisement invites readers to subscribe to the Journal-World during a vacation, offering a 40 cent monthly rate and a contact phone number 22 for inquiries.
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