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Newspaper
Lawrence Journal World
Location
Lawrence, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Jun 15, 1938
Page
4
Wheat crop outlook revised amid midwest conditions
Estimates of the wheat crop have shifted as two weeks pass in the current month. Adverse factors across the midwest press against yield, while private forecasts diverge from the June 1 government estimate. The result is a likely heavy harvest but not a vast uncontrollable surplus as harvesters begin.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Middle West
Detroit Manufacturer Plans Georgia Move Over Policy Conflicts
A Detroit manufacturer announces plans to relocate his plant to Georgia claiming current Michigan policies and Roosevelt era programs plus high local labor rates trap him. He says the move will extend an experiment of his own with the President's but Georgia policy remains unknown. He notes few other options exist for industry under six years of national effort to spur prosperity. He argues businesses must act or go broke locally despite potential federal remedies.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Detroit
Roosevelt
Murphy
Michigan
Georgia
Church Delegates Raise Record Collection at Brethren Conference
Delegates at the national conference of the Church of the Brethren in Lawrence closed sessions with a single collection totaling 51316.44. The amount is described as the largest church collection ever taken in Lawrence and reflects strong solvency and disciplined giving among members.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
National Conference of the Church of the Brethren
Lawrence
War Bows to Flood Dikes on Yellow River
Japanese and Chinese forces clash to retreat behind damaged flood dikes along the Yellow River as shell fire and torrential waters dislodge civilians. Authorities fear up to 150000 may be affected by the flood and combat.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Yellow River
China
Yellow River floods threaten central China war operations
The flood now sweeping across central China endangers Japanese lines of communication and may influence strategy as the Yellow River, long known as China's sorrow, threatens to rank among its greatest deluges. The river's rampage could shape defense plans around the capital and affect wartime moves.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
China
Bolshevik Push to Bolster Red Army Loyalty
The article notes the Russian army will be further bolshevized amid concerns over loyalty. While the Red Army is large and somewhat well equipped, some gear lacks standards. The government fears mobilizing the army in deadly earnest and relies on fear to compel obedience among civilians, but doubts its effect on soldiers.
Germany Press Furiou Over Czech Interference With Peace Will
The German press blasts Czech actions that hinder the German peace will. Editors warn that any obstacle to this strong will could provoke harm or injury to those involved.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Germany
A Laughing at youth and jobs in a WPA era critique
A Dodge City Globe column scorns security programs tied to WPA standards and mockingly urges the current commencement generation to take personal responsibility. It derides speeches praising thrift while urging self reliance and steady work despite government dependence.
Coach Studied Hogs To Ball Up New Plays
A feature from Atchison Globe recounts a football coach who observed hogs to test plays. He tossed ears of corn one by one and watched the pigs scramble, inspiring several clever formations for his team.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Atchison Globe
Modern Girl as Live Wire Catches Attention
A quip from the Chase Register notes the modern girl as a live wire with scant insulation, reflecting early 20th century social humor about fashion and behavior. The remark underscores changing norms and the era’s fascination with youth and independence.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Chase
Brethren conference leaves wholesome community imprint
A reader praises the Brethren conference visiting their area noting the attendees were a clean, smoke-free group. They appreciate the absence of tobacco smoke and beer at gatherings and hope the event’s Christian influence lingers.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Brethren Conference
Journal-World
Audiec
The Dropped Mirror in Sundown Stories
Four homeless chicks near Puddle Muddle are sheltered by Mrs Quacko after Top Notch loses his mirror. The chicks see their reflections and miscount, causing nerves until Willy Nilly and Mrs Quacko intervene to keep them warm.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Top Notch
Willy Nilly
Pigeon Delays Governor Visit After Stop at Richmond Store
A carrier pigeon carrying an invitation to Gov. Herbert Lehman of New York to San Francisco's 1939 exposition landed in Richmond California and balked at leaving Antonio Mazza's grocery after being fed crumbs. The bird, ten miles from San Francisco, caused a delay in the planned visit.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Richmond
Calif
Herbert Lehman
New York
San Francisco
Antonio Mazza
Tire theft returns note says tire didn't fit
A thief stole a tire from Willis Siems's filling station in Beatrice on June 15. The next day Siems found the tire back on the rack with a note reading Sorry the tire wouldn't fit.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Beatrice
Neb
Willis Siems
Siems
State income tax receipts rise for 11 months
State income tax collections for the 11 months ending May 31 totaled 2 541 580, up from 2 179 254 in the prior year. Taxes still collectible stood at 763 290. Gov Walter A Haxman credited an expanded audit system in use since January 1, 1987 for recovering 397 783 more tax than previously shown on interstate company returns.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Topeka
Walter A. Haxman
Nixon posts $2000 bail on grand larceny charge
Emmett D. Nixon of Kansas City was released from county jail after posting a $2,000 bond. He had been bound over to district court last Wednesday on a grand larceny charge for allegedly stealing spark plugs from Evans Auto Supply here.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Emmett D. Nixon
Kansas City
Nixon
Kansas Cition
Evans Auto
Guests Visit Sierra Leone Club Hosts for Self Culture Meeting
Members of the Self Culture club welcomed guests from the Sierra Leone club at Mrs. Salena Holmes home. An afternoon flower identification contest rewarded Mrs. M Hill and Mrs. Lois Strode.Mrs. Willian Webster reported on the Federation of Colored Women's Clubs opening in Topeka. refreshments were served on the lawn.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Sierra Leone Club
Self Culture Club
Salena Holmes
M. Pitts
Holmes
M. Hill
Lois Strode
Willian Webster
Score of Abuse Leads to Divorce in Media Court
In Media Pennsylvania on June 15 Mrs Ethel R Hollenbaugh 24 testified she kept a score of her husbands abuses. She read it aloud listing 380 face strikes 12 kicks 25 choke incidents and 2 pulls from bed. The court granted the divorce.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Media
Ethel R. Hollenbaugh
Ickes and Bride Start Home from Le Havre
Secretary Harold L. Ickes and his bride Jane Dahlman of Milwaukee sailed from Le Havre aboard the Ile de France after a 10 day honeymoon in Paris. He said he was eager to return to Washington to learn what is going on.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ickes
le Havre
France
Harold L. Ickes
Jane Dahlman
Milwaukee
New York
Ile de France
Paris
Secretary of the Interior
Washington
Brief Trip Ottawa Ohio Man Purchases Automobile
June 15 report notes P-Thom as Card, 23, of Columbus Grove, bought a car and drove it 100 feet from the scene. The fragment ends with an unclear continuation.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ottawa
P—Thomas Card
Columbus Grove
Business School alumni take assistant economics and accounting roles
Loren McCormack and Hubert Roberts, 1988 School of Business graduates from Challis Hall, will be assistant instructors in economics and accounting at K U next year. All three are Beta Gamma Sigma members. McCormack and Roberts are Summerfield scholars, and Hall will study economics at Harvard University this summer.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
School of Business
Challis Hall
Loren McCormack
Hubert Roberts
K. U
Beta Gamma Sigma
McCormack
Roberts
Summerfield
Hall
Harvard University
McNary Haughen farm bloc rejected at Kansas City rally
The fourth session of the 1926 Republican convention adjourned after five hours of debate ending with a vote of 817 to 267 against the McNary Haughen farm bloc platform. Hoover’s name to be first on nominating speeches tonight with Watson Goff Curtis and Lowden as other leading candidates.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Kansas City
McNary-Haughen
Meee
Hoover
Watson
Goff
Curtis
Lowden
J. N. Tincher
Hutchinson
Roy Towne
T. A. Larremore
New York
Mr. Larremore
Philadelphia
Larremore
University of Pennsylvania
H. F. Carey
Carey
Virginia Berry
Rockford, Minn
A. M. Freark
Sarah Winona
Warren Edwin Pollard
Des Moines
Emmeline Pankhurst
London
Roads Improvement Topic At Commercial Club Meeting
The Commercial club discussed Lawrence road improvements with Frank Kuren of Mattoon Illinois sharing results from his town. Kansas University received a gift increase to 21000 dollars for a new building. a contract is expected to be let this week. A. Whitcomb thanks readers for flowers to beautify the park. A Kaw river bridge project near Lecompton sees W McLouth awarded a 14000 dollar contract for an overhead crossing at the Santa Fe track. Mrs Col J D Miles travels to Haviland Kansas to address graduates at Haviland college. Lote Read sells goldfish at 20 cents each. Mrs Gort Rushmer and children arrive from Pueblo Colorado for several weeks. Miss Don Bowersock returns from Boston after music study. Rev W Brehm unites Axel Olson and Miss Tey Dall in marriage at 1229 New York Street. wedding dinner follows.
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Commercial Club
Lawrence
Frank Kuren
Mattoon
Kuren
Fowler
Kansas University
A. Whitcomb
E. D. O'Bryan
Kaw River
Lecompton
Commissioners of
Peomeres
Jefferson
W. McLouth
Santa Fe
Col
J. D. Miles
Haviland
Kan
Haviland College
Lote Read
Gort Rushmer
Pueblo
Colo
Don Bowersock Ihas
Boston
Asey Mayo Mystery and Ambergris Mystery Unfold in Cape Cod
Detective Asey Mayo pursues the Marina Lorne murder as Tim Carr and Pam Frye swirl in subplots at Octagon House. Brigham, alias pilot Charles Horn, reveals dramatic alibi details about Roddy Strutt and a plane ride. Ambergris theft and shifting loyalties complicate the case as Brigham hints at fresh light on Strutt’s involvement.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Asey Mayo
Cape Cod
Marina Lorne
Quanomet
Pam Frye
Octagon House
Tim. Carr
Marina
Jack Lorne
Roddy Strutt
Peggy Boone
Jennings
Asey
Tim
Pam
Jack
Peg Boone
Timothy
Peg
Aaron
Lorne
Ambergris
Pocket Hospital
Roddy
Susan
Brigham
Mr. Brigham
Asey Maya
Charles Horn
Horn
Strutt
Providence
Phoebe Atwood Taylor
Towns centennial marked with 3 cent commemorative issue
The centennial of Town's founding prompts a 3 cent commemorative stamp by the post office. Anniversary date is June 12 and the stamp may appear later in summer. The article traces the area's territorial history from French claim in 1682 through successive transfers to Spain, France, and the United States.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Delaware
Kalmar Nyckel
Northwest Territory
Territorial
Washington
Cutler-Putnam
Pioneer Group
Gutzon Borglum
Marietta
Uncle Sam
Post Office Department
U. S
France
Mississippi Valley
Spain
Indiana Territory
District of
Louisiana
Louisiana Territory
Missouri Territory
Ameri
Widow Dapper Misses Laugh as Ma Stepped In
A humorous anecdote from 1927 notes that the widow Dapper did not laugh at a joke, while Ma interjected during the punchline, suggesting the speaker’s delivery needed work. The piece reflects family dynamics and humor in a modest domestic setting of the era.
Penny Ice Program Deferred by Salvation Army Board
The Salvation Army advisory board met at the Colonial Tea room to discuss a penny ice program in Lawrence and the mortgage on the local headquarters. The penny ice plan was deferred to next year, and the mortgage matter was referred to the finance and budget committee. Roger M. Williams, president, appointed committees for the coming year including Finance and Budget, Building and Property, and Special Gifts with named members.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Salvation Army Advisory Board
Colonial Tea Room
Lawrence
Roger M. Williams
L. S. Powell
George Mills
T. J. Sweeney, Jr
J. H. Cohn
Frank Holliday
Daisy Cagle
E. H. Lindley
George Lowman
Richard Stevens
Saved by His Sharp Eyes
Orville E. Scott, a veteran airplane pilot, guided a flight with three first time passengers over a suburb. His sharp eyes and keen sense of smell helped him keep four people alive in the incident yesterday.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
St. Louis
Orville E. Scott
Scott
Radio Programs Tonight and Tomorrow
Radio listings for Wednesday June 15 and Thursday June 16 show hourly schedules across WREN KMBC and WDAF. Programs include orchestras, drama, news, quizzes, weather, and hotel entertainment with acts such as Andre Kostelanetz, Kay Smith, Bing Crosby, Ozzie Nelson, and Billy Swanson among others.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Wren
Ashbourn
Bratton
KMBC
Popeye
WDAF
Science
Little
Orphan Annis
Roy Shield
Harriet Parsons
Ben Bernie
Tommy Dorsey
Ben Cutler
Orch
Just Entertainment
Amos
N’ Andy
Lum
Abner
Larry Clinton
Wills
William Farmer
Wren-Lang Thompson
Ozzie Nelson
Charlie Barnett
Nighthawks
Deacon Moore
Henri Gendron
Muehlebacher
Jimmie Noone
Ashburn
Little Orphan Annis
Kay Smith
Rudy Vallee
Vivian Della Chiesa
Toronto Symphony
Major Bowes
Bing Crosby
The
Cadets
Peeeee Anee Entertainment
Amos 'N
Andy
MBC Hollywood
Easy Aces
Elza Schallert
Billy Swanson
Vic Arden
Lett
Orrin Tucker
Irma Glenn
Webster Hall
Pilot's Tank Explosion Ends Air Trip
Scott piloted a plane after a thin smoke trail near his feet, then quietly landed as passengers thanked him. Two 25 gallon gas tanks exploded, destroying the craft except for the motor and propeller.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Scott
Hue
Kennedy sails for United States to report on European situation
United States Ambassador Joseph P Kennedy sailed today on the liner Queen Mary from Southampton to convey a report on the European scene to President Roosevelt. He planned to return to England by July 5.
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