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Newspaper
Lawrence Journal World
Location
Lawrence, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Jun 12, 1942
Page
4
A quotation from Isaiah 44 17 presents a warning about idolatry with a man making a god from a graven image and praying for deliverance. The verse contrasts human foley and divinity and emphasizes reliance on false idols.
Western Front talks between Molotov and Allied authorities in Washington and London reached agreement, details kept secret. Dispatches suggest possible 1942 allied foothold in western Europe, with timing tied to Nazi pressures elsewhere.
The article notes allied effort to bottle up German warships off the European coast with British and American fleet coordination. Nazi raiders could threaten merchant shipping if they sortie, but combined action and RAF bombing have limited their readiness, keeping key vessels in repairs for months and preventing open sea operations.
Government suits against major dyestuff firms are postponed at the secretary of war’s request. He says continuing the cases would hinder war production as all firms hold war contracts. He argues aggressive monopoly charges are a luxury for peacetime.
Leaders and people in Australia fear another drive southward after defeats at Coral Sea and Midway Island. They cannot stop the attack, but they aim to prevent a surprise through alert readiness and vigilance across coastal defenses.
A twenty year treaty of mutual assistance between Great Britain and Russia is announced to curb German plans and prevent Nazi world conquest. It includes a clause forbidding further territorial gains and limiting interference in other nations. The Russian government commits to opposing world revolution notions.
Axis forces slow but do not halt advances in Libya with Rommel seizing a British anchor post. Vichy reports cross into Kerch Strait are unconfirmed while Germans push toward the Caucasus. Heavy fighting rages in Crimea and Ukraine, as German oil needs drive renewed efforts.
Report says German sources question Japanese claims of landing in the Aleutians and lean toward the American version of the Midway battle. Observers note the Japs have misrepresented facts before and may be abandoned by allies who doubt their truthfulness when pressed to choose between truth and face-saving lies.
An OPA spokesman says retailers want to comply but do not know how due to time constraints. Retailers lack time to read all regulations, so the agency offers extended learning time, though critics see it as the bare minimum.
The governor warns Kansas motorists to reduce speed to extend tire life as officials foresee no new tire aid or relief measures. The outlook appears limited to letting tires wear out in use.
Drivers on Highway 10 past the Sunflower Ordnance Works must travel at the minimum reasonable time without speeding loitering or stopping to view sights. The rule aims to keep traffic moving efficiently along the stretch.
Lawrence daily notes announce a new contract with Kansas Electric Power Co to save 1235 per cent yearly on street lighting. Other items include Gen Sears to deliver Flag Day address at Elk Lodge, KU enrollment near 1400, and bus service changes from interurban lines starting Thursday morning.
Twenty five years ago reports indicated General Pershing would soon depart Paris. The news item notes mounting expectations of his imminent exit from the French capital.
Hunter Dent discovers Junior Ballard shot with a blood stained satchel nearby after a party. Hunter hides $17,000 from the First National bank and confronts a web of Ballard family and guests including the Ghibarto twins Hawkins Temple Neal McDougal and Oliver Tisdale as the house fraud and motive unfold.
War column argues United States Britain and Russia have joined as a three power to guide a remade world. It notes the alliance strengthens Hitler’s defeat, signals potential US access to Russian air bases against Japan, and positions Molotov as key partner in shaping global order.
Secretary Wickard told a nine member wartime food committee meeting that agricultural prospects are strong and may surpass previous farm production records if weather stays favorable. The panel, created by the War Production Board, will study needs for military, lend lease, and civilian use to support the Allied war effort.
A survey notes Manhattan island bought from natives for 242 dollars yields a staggering next year assessed value of over 7.6 trillion dollars. At Elliott shooting park in Kansas City shot threshing is underway as 125 tons of shot are targeted from eight years of tran shooting. Helena rancher Charles Olsen recalls a 1912 debt grace as a woman repays 30 dollars with the calf.
A war rationing board chair man received a mailed verse from a victim of wartime shortages. The poem asks to be buried under a ton of sugar, laid to rest in a new auto machine, and his grave watered with gasoline.
At the University of Nebraska commencement in Lincoln 146 degrees were awarded to members of the senior class. Several local residents were noted in travel and visits including Kathryn McAllister heading to Colorado Springs and Mrs Florence Messer with her daughter to Iola. Various others returned or traveled for personal reasons. Religious notes mention midweek ferment of Sunday religion.
In Silvis Illinois a 12 year old Donald Cox calmly tossed a rope to his 8 year old sister Joan who fell into an eight foot open cistern. He spoke softly as other boys fetched help from a neighbor. Joan was pulled out unharmed.
Washington reports the conspiracy trial of eight chemical firms and 20 individuals on anti trust charges for monopolizing dyestuffs has been postponed. Secretary Stimson urged delay to avoid serious interference with the war production effort.
Radio listings show a dense schedule across WREN KMBC WDAF and WBC radio. Notable programs include The Lone Ranger Red Cross Show News and sport updates, The Irish Rose Green Hornet and Amos and Andy with orchestral segments and special guests. Stations air regular news roundups and music programs through late night with repeats and varied hosts.
Charles Lee Griffeth born September 8 1863 in Plymouth Illinois moved to La Cygne Kansas in 1881 joined South M E church in 1883 married Iea Vance in 1886 died 1888 leaving Grace May married Ida Rowland in 1891 four children survived by Ida Griffeth Elmer Vaughn Clarence Griffeth Forest Griffeth Ray Griffeth and Clifford Beguelin He lived in Arkansas City Kansas and Lawrence Kansas before dying May 26 1942 at age 78 just after their first wedding anniversary Trainloads of livestock and used farm equipment have been sold through Journal World classified advertising.
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