United States orders closure of German consulates
Washington announced that all German consulates must close by July 10 due to activities deemed inimical to the United States. Sumner Welles said the move does not sever diplomatic relations or affect staff in Washington. The order also targets the German information library, railway bureau, and Transocean news agency and removes nationals connected to these offices.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Washington
United States
Sumner Welles
Germany
Wilhelm Tannenberg
Hans Thomsen
Chareé D’affairs
New York
German Library of Information and Railway Tourist Bureau
Detroit
Newark
N.J
Italy
Roberto Lais
William C. Bentley
Rome
Floods recede as Kansas sees fair weather return
The Topeka dispatch reports floods easing in the north and east as western Kansas notes light rains. Solomon and Smoky Hill rivers still run high near Salina with forecasted overflows between Abilene and Junction City. Kaw River falls back, Neosho river remains high in southeast Kansas. wheat harvest hopes grow with sun and warmer days ahead.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Topeka
Kansas
S. D. Flora
Solomon
Smoky Hill
Salina
Flora
Abilene
Junction City
Salinas
Kaw
Ogden
Lawrence
Neosho
Tola
Oklahoma
Quinter
Inch
Tribune
Scott City
Syracuse
Garden City
Dodge City
Puzzle of Nazi Relations With Russia Is Topic of Speculation
London reports say German Russian relations near a break or tight cohesion in a Pan European economic scheme. The drive for oil grain and ore from Russia fuels Moscow fears of German Balkan Black Sea dominance. Tass says relations remain amicable despite rumors of mobilization near borders.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Russia
London
Germany
Tass
Ankara
Turkey
Soviet
Progressive education focus at Kansas conference opens
A three and a half day Kansas curriculum conference at the University of Kansas opens tomorrow with W. H. Kilpatrick as keynote speaker. Kilpatrick, longtime advocate of progressive education, will speak on education in the world crisis and later on the learning process and curriculum. His talks will contrast with conservative views of former Columbia colleague Baggley. Kilpatrick will address about 500 to 800 attendees in Fraser theater with sessions open to the public.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Kansas
University of Kansas
W. H. Kilpatrick
Kilpatrick
Fraser Theater
Columbia University
New York
H. E. Chandler
Chandler
P.T.A
W. C. Bagley
Bagley
Hays
Warrensburg
More Men Sought for Lawrence Kansas State Guard
Captain Harold K. Snider announced the Lawrence unit needs 25 more volunteers to meet the quota for the Kansas State Guard. Night enrollments at the armory run about 7:30 to 8 until filled, with pay at 30 dollars monthly for privates and uniform provision by the state.
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Lawrence
Kansas State Guard
Harold K. Snider
Home Guard
Snider
National Guard
Kansas
State Guard
Lone Star lake ministerial alliance cabin dedicated
About 200 people attended the dedication and open house at the Lone Star lake Ministerial Alliance cabin. Rev. Lou Griffith led the service, with Rev Theodore Astman reading, assisted by Rev. Harold G. Barr and Captain Olin Brigman. Reservations open with fees and labor credits for church groups. A piano and stove were promised to complete the cabin.
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Lone Star Lake
Olin Brigman
Alliance
John Bowers
E. Russell Carter
Lights Open At University of Kansas Recreation Center
The Fowler grove recreation center at the University of Kansas opens tonight from 7 to 9 pm with outdoor space for Lawrence residents and summer session students. The facility adds a new monkey maze and drinking fountain, painted shuffleboard lines, a stage for concerts, and decorative lighting for evening use. Equipment will be available for games and informal recreation, with plans to broadcast the Louis Conn championship match on Wednesday night. Dr. F C Allen invites all locals to enjoy the center’s offerings.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Fowler Grove
University of Kansas
Lawrence
F. C. Allen
Course in Insurance Registration Opens at KU Memorial Union
The second annual short course in fire casualty and surety insurance opens this afternoon at 3 in Memorial Union. A get acquainted dinner is planned for attendees. Frank T. Stockton, dean of the school of business, will speak as the course runs the next three days in two sections on agency administration and coverages. Meetings and group discussions will be in Marvin hall.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Kansas Association of Insurance Agents
University of Kansas
Memorial Union
Frank T. Stockton
School of Business
Marvin Hall
Taggart Named Commerce Business Consultant in Federal Reserve City
Joseph H. Taggart, economics professor at the University of Kansas, is chosen as a business consultant by the U S Department of Commerce for one of twelve offices in the federal reserve cities. He receives a one year leave of absence from the university.
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Joseph H. Taggart
University of Kansas
United States Department of Commerce
Federal Reserve
Taggart
Stock Market Index Rises to 41.4 on Saturday
The average of 60 stocks climbed to 41.4 on Saturday, signaling a modest gain in market activity. Traders watched key shares as the index edged higher amid mixed earnings and cautious sentiment.
British Drive Near Damascus Expands North Africa Offensive
French dispatches admit British captured Kissoue near Damascus and Djezzine while advancing from Sidon. In Libya, Gambut raid reports say British forces routed an Italian column as Wavell eyes a broader push. Surrender of 2000 Italian troops under Pralormo reported south of Addis Ababa.
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Vichy
France
Syria
Kissoue
Damascus
Djezzine
Mediterranean
Sidon
Merdjayoun
London
North Africa
Gambut
Libya
Salam
Middle East
Cairo
Salum
Archibald P. Wavell
Cirenaica
Ethiopia
Pralormo
Saddu
Addis Ababa
Lakes
Jimma
Girls Day Camp Near Clinton Park Enrolls Sixty Five
The Girl Scout Day Camp at Clinton Park enters its second week with 65 girls enrolled. Activities include cooking archery handiwork swimming and sketching. Camp runs Tuesdays and Fridays from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Attendance remains strong despite rain, said director Mrs I W Hartley.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Clinton Park
I. W. Hartley
Barley Harvest Report From Otto Luckan Farm
Otto Luckan, farming about eight miles southwest of Lawrence, reports a barley yield of over 60 bushels per acre from today’s harvest. The statement highlights strong grain quality and sizable return for the season.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Otto Luckan
Lawrence
Rizzuto Replaces Crosetti After Spike Injury
Frankie Crosetti, Yankee shortstop, suffered a spike wound on his right hand from Hal Trosky in the second inning and will miss about five days. Phil Rizzuto takes over at shortstop for New York.
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Rizzuto
Crosetti
New York
Frankie Crosetti
New York Yankees
Hal Trosky
Cleveland Indians
Phil Rizzuto
German Consul General Wonders Where He'll Go
San Francisco June 16 Captain Fritz Wiedemann German consul general and Hitler’s former superior officer shrugged and said he did not know where he would go after the U S order to close all German consulates. He noted the times have been tough and he may not have to join the army. He expressed curiosity about his future.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
San Francisco
Fritz Wiedemann
Adolf Hitler
U. S
United States
Wiedemann
Midwestern Music Camp Draws Over 1500 Musicians at KU
Six week program at the University of Kansas enrolls more than 1500 youths in band orchestra and choir divisions. Russell L. Wiley directs the band, David T. Lawson the orchestra, and Dean D. M. Swarthout the choir with tryouts this afternoon.
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University of Kansas
Russell L. Wiley
Frank Stronghall
David T. Lawson
Topeka
Wiley
Dean D. M. Swarthout
Hoch Auditorium
Fowler Grove
Billie Sears
Percy Grainger
Mr. Grainger
N. de Robertis
Kansas City Little Symphony Orchestra
L. E. Watters
Des Moines
Alvin Edgar
Springfield
Sam Barbakoff
Ft. Scott
Kan
MBC
WHB
Kansas City
Tonganoxie
Drivers Licenses To Go On Sale In Douglas County Soon
New two year licenses will go on sale starting July 1 in Douglas County. J B Wilson leads distribution with Lawrence issuance and Robert Oyler assisting. Applications accepted by Miss Margaret Ogden and Mrs Bernice Davis. Office site to be announced. In Eudora Ray Ogden and Baldwin Miss Mary Cragoe will handle duties. County reps will earn ten cents per forty cent or one dollar license for office expenses. French airmen surrendered at Gibraltar after two bombers faced anti air fire.
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Douglas County
J. B. Wilson
Wilson
Lawrence
Robert Oyler
Margaret Ogden
Bernice Davis
Eudora
Ray Ogden
Baldwin
Mary Cragoe
Harrison Undergoes Operation for Obstruction
Washington reports Senator Harrison of Mississippi underwent surgery to remove an intestinal obstruction. Hospital attaches said the condition was satisfactory after the operation.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Harrison
Washington
D-Miss
Hereford Farm dispersal sale opens with high interest
The Jenny Wren Hereford dispersal at the farm west of Lawrence attracted a 1000 plus crowd as cattle sold well. Notable early bids included J C Andras and son paying 485 for Georgina Domino and 1750 for Prince Mixer Return. Royal O. Domino sold for unspecified to Cook and Hale.
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Jenny Wren
Lawrence
Georgina Domino
J. C. Andras and Son
Manchester
Ill
Percy Meredith
Forest Park
Prince Mixer Return
Hereford
Royal O. Domino
Cook and Hale
Como
Miss
Col James S Dusenbury to Arrive at K U This Week
Col James S Dusenbury recently named commandant of the University of Kansas ROTC is due to arrive Friday or Saturday from Conway South Carolina to assume new duties. He succeeds Col Earl Baldwin assigned to coast artillery at Fort Winfield Scott San Francisco. Baldwin plans to leave Lawrence about July 5.
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James S. Dusenbury
University of Kansas R.O.T.C
Conway
S. C
Dusenbury
Earl ¥. Baldwin
Coast Artillery
Ft. Winfield Scott
San Francisco
Baldwin
Lawrence
Robin Moor Survivors Report Sunk By German Submarine
Thirty five survivors reached Cape Town aboard a British vessel after thirteen days in lifeboats and fourteen days aboard a rescue ship. US officials confirmed earlier Recife survivors who said the Robin Moor was torpedoed by a German submarine. Skipper E W Myers of Baltimore said he moved lifeboats away despite submarine promises of rescue.
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Capetown
Union of South Africa
Robin Moor
United States
Recife
Brazil
E. W. Myers
Baltimore
Kaw River Recedes After Weekend Flood Peak
The Kaw river fell within its banks today with a stage of 14 feet, down from 18.5 feet on Saturday and 20.8 feet at Friday’s crest. Flooded lowlands drained, pools remained, sand bars formed, and crops were largely destroyed while Santa Fe officials reported no major damage to tracks near the KE P power plant thanks to sand bags.
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Kaw
Santa Fe
K E.P
Cars for Delegates Drive Seeks 50 Automobiles
Roger Williams of the Chamber of Commerce issued an appeal to supply 50 cars to transport 250 girls and counselors to Girls State in Topeka. The group will depart the Union building at 8 30 a m return at 4 p m visiting the capitol and other sites and hearing Gov Payne Ratner. Lunch is provided for drivers and tea is planned at the executive mansion. Call 485 to offer cars.
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Topeka
Roger Williams
Chamber of Commerce
Union Building
Capitol
Payne Ratner
Gage Park
Executive Mansion
Tax deadline nears for 1940 property taxes
Friday is the final day for payment of 1940 property taxes without penalties. County Treasurer Roy Flory reports heavy tax payments and good collections, with the treasurer’s office open at noon to serve those paying during lunch hours.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Roy Flory
Aluminum drive started by Elks in Lawrence campaign
The Elks lodge launches an aluminum drive with motto aluminum for defense. Residents should place contributions on porches Thursday evening for collection by Boy and Girl Scouts. Capt. Olin Grigman cooperates. Baldwin and other county towns invited. Early contributors include Underwood and Sons and A D Weaver.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Lawrence
B.P.O.E. Lodge
Elks Lodge
A. D. Weaver
Elks
Primary Is Held In Girls State Race For Goverorship
The Girls State primary opened with 250 delegates arriving statewide to campaign for county and state offices. Vera Margaret Hurt seeks the governorship as Justice Homer Hoch speaks. results follow tonight at 7. Oath will be administered by Justice William A. Smith at 8. The event features assignments to six cities and a pledge of honor.
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Lawrence
Vera Margaret Hurt
Homer Hoch
Kansas Supreme Court
Union Ballroom
General Assembly
Justice
Hugo Wedell
F. C. Allen
K. U
Tomorow
Business and Professional Women's Club
R. I. Canuteson
Ila Wray
Topeka
Woodringville
Alpha Delta Pi
Landonville
Alpha Chi Omega
Huxmanville
Pi Beta Phi
Ratnerville
Alpha Omicron Pi
Cannerville
Sienna Kappa
Reedville
Gamma Phi Beta
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Berlin
Wwe
Fritz Weidemann
Welles
Armory
NEW Post
K U
American Association
Indianapolis
Learus
Cincinnati
Lehrman
Danning
Vander Meer
Thompson
L. Moore
Lombardi
Philadelphia
Chicago
Grissom
Crouch
Warren
Mooty
McCullough
Boston
Pittsburgh
Cleveland
Milnar
Hemsley
Gomez
Rosar
British
la Linea
Spain
Gibraltar
Strait of Gibraltar
Hereford Farm
Cotton Belt
Jack Dew
Long Meadow Ranch
Prescott
Ariz
Texas
Jack Turner
Silver Creek Farms
Ft. Worth
Carl King
Dallas
Kingford Farms
Siloam Springs
Ark
Roy R. Sargent
Merkel Ranch
Merkel, Tex
John Yantis
Zelle Ranch
Brownwood
Tex
C. R. Moon
Albany
Ernest and Hardy Grissom
Fred Weyl
Slaten and Weyl
Plainview
W. C. Culbertson and Son
Dalhart
Bueyeros
N. M. Plainview
C. A. McAden
Austin
W. Q. Culbertson and Son
N. Mex
Mississippi
Batesville
T. S. Shuford
D. I. Harmon
T.Z. Pollard
L. C. Brasell
Dan Forenson
George “Pink” Harris
George “Pinkey” Harris, Jr
Winona
J. F. Goodnite
Sardis
Whit Cook
H. G. Little
Westpoint
John Burns
Burk Burnett
Burnett
E. B. Meyer
Panhandle Hereford Breeders Association
Art Thompson
Lincoln
Nebr
Earl Gartin
Greensburg
Ind
Martin
J. S. Dusenbury
Journal-World
Union Ball Room
Helen Stonebraker
Leavenworth
Legion “Auxiliary
Mary E. Peterson
Vera Soelter
Wamego
Frances Hancock
St. Francs
Lulu V. Faulkner
Ira Wray
George K. Melvin
Dorsey-Liberty
Peterson
Hancock
Tee Gemmell
R.U. Extension Division
Frank T. Sullivan
Surper
Joan Woehler
Garnett
Jessie Corey
Newton
Stonebraker
South Central
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