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Newspaper
Lawrence Journal World
Location
Lawrence, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Jun 17, 1938
Page
4
A compact religious quotation from Jeremiah 6 16 urges seekers to ask for the old paths and walk therein to find rest for their souls, emphasizing divine guidance and traditional truth.
Lawmakers discover they approved a bill allowing federal officials to legally listen in on wires. Split opinion emerges between those preferring secret police powers and those opposing such secret snooping. Critics warn many items in the late session budget carry broad powers.
Governor Huxman, who once teased he would serve only one term, now signals reelection plans in Emporia. He critiqued opponents and their records while hinting Washington influence in Kansas politics as the state Democratic machine aligns with national interests.
Intimations suggest next Sunday be observed as Father’s Day with equal recognition for father and mother. The discussion mirrors Mother's Day, arguing against limiting the celebration to a single day and urging sympathy and companionship for families on ordinary days as well.
A divided Spanish government unit breached into France and sheltered there for two months. Despite being cut off in spring fighting it operated independently to halt Franco's advance. It finally withdrew to avoid capture or destruction as the war neared its end.
The Dyche Museum at the University of Kansas nears completion with interior remodeling and moved collections now visible after long delay. It promises to rival eastern institutions in new arrangements and equipment, rewarding visitors on the hill for their wait.
Bruce Barton says he holds a low opinion of the President's cabinet and believes the President shares the view. He notes the President seems to seek advice from others, suggesting a shift in advisory sources.
The PWA celebrated its fifth birth day with plans to spend another billion dollars. The extravagant beta party signaled future outlays, with the bill to be borne by the country in due course.
Secretary of war Harry H. Woodring in St Louis criticized the Republican sponsored tariff as high protectionism. He noted Roosevelt and the Democratic party denounced the tariff and pledged repeal, questioning why it remains in force under Democratic control.
Tom Kiene notes in Concordia Blade Empire that the Duke of Windsor who gave up a throne to marry celebrated his first anniversary yesterday and remains luckier than ordinary people because the morning papers will remind him with a column or more.
The Alabama Supreme Court affirmed the death sentence of Parenee Norris, a Black defendant in a Scottsboro-style case, in Montgomery on June 17.
Jesse Jones leads the RFC in distributing 1.5 billion in loans to businesses unable to borrow from banks. As chairman since Hoover days, the 64 year old Roosevelt appointee earns 10 thousand dollars yearly, reflecting a loan oriented approach rather than grants.
A gentle deer named Sweet Face trails a wagon and a group of schoolbound children. They discuss upcoming examinations and a wish to learn more beyond baby lessons, while he paces along, drawing friendly attention.
A reflection on a man who wants to assist others but doubts how to act. He recognizes a lazy life and resolves to try, pondering the path forward and the challenge of finding meaningful help.
Paving and resurfacing of Eudora streets finished Tuesday and approved by Mayor J. D. Adams and the city council. Seventeen blocks asphalt nine blocks cement. total cost 43000 dollars with 26000 dollars city share and a 45 percent WPA grant. Contract awarded October 26, 1987 to Central Construction of Hoisington. work began November 9, 1987 employing about 35 men. Superintendent Frank Adams led the contractor. city engineer C A Shockley oversaw the project. This is the second of three big Eudora projects following the waterworks plant and preceding the sewer project.
Douglas county residents flock to the county treasurer to pay the last half of 1937 taxes. The deadline with no penalty is Monday closing time. Office hours run 7 a m to noon and 7 a m to 5 30 p m.
Senator Charles Curtis returned to Topeka after a political convention to a throng on the state house grounds. He will stay through Monday before returning to Washington, having stopped in Lawrence en route with his son Harry Curtis. Community leaders and police greeted the motorcade as crowds gathered along the highway to meet them.
The Newspaper men defeated the ministers 13 to 8 in a playful afternoon game filled with clowning and side notes in the paper. Bill Newman buys the first completed bungalow by C H McQuary Jr on the fair grounds near the streetcar. Mrs Rule of 1046 Kentuck street injured falling 25 stairs, two ribs and bruises. Professor Stimpson leaves for state scale inspection with Warren Crumbine. funds limit trips. Lawrence has visiting nurse Miss Dorcas Adams to care for tuberculosis patients and assist with sickness calls. Miss Pilkinson weds Mr James Boyce at bride's mother home. Rev Edwards officiates. reception by several ladies. couple to Peru, Indiana after July 1. Families plan summer travels to Green Mountain Falls, Colorado.
A Hong Kong dispatch to the Journal describes a major clash in Manila with thousands of insurgents attacking Spanish forces, American troops and marines surrounding the city. The report notes heavy losses on both sides and highlights the intensified fighting amid U S occupation.
In dialogue between Elliott and Asey, Roddy’s possible involvement with a murder stirs local strife in Quanomet. Elliott fears public anger and financial pressures while Asey weighs delaying justice to secure park funding and the Milk Fund.
Detective Asey Mayo investigates the Marina Lorne killing linked to Pam Frye sister’s knife blow. Principal figures include Tim Carr, Jack Lorne, Roddy Strutt, Peggy Boone, and others amid a plan involving ambergris and a beach find. Roddy’s injured pilot reveals the crash narrative and ambergris connection. Marina was set to use Roddy in a hijacking scheme before the murder.
Asey and Elliott discuss the Quanomet mural controversy as petitions surge and threats of vandalism rise. Elliott plans to delay action, fearing further upheaval, while Asey weighs possible fixes and links to Marina’s murder and Roddy’s involvement.
In Grundy Virginia a mouse tried to push paper through a mesh basket hole and, failing, gnawed scraps to fit and drop them through a floor hole. In Zanesville Ohio J E Krebs, 48, needed surgery to remove four turtle eggs swallowed on a dare.
Charles Heinemann of Falls City is piloting a ten-year-old car as if fresh from the lot. The vehicle was bought for 200 by the estate of William Fricke who had paid 1,385 in 1928 and logged only 806 miles before sale.
The Milwaukee fire and police commission reported six applicants who failed an examination were deemed incendiary by a dictionary error, labeling them a hospital for the insane, leaving their test results perplexing and prompting critique of the wording.
Augusta Kansas merchants offer Father’s Day discounts based on number of children in the family. Special prices apply to fathers of twins and triplets.
Three suspects arrested after seventeen typewriters vanish from Perry and Scranton high schools. Collectors in Kansas City and St Louis pawn shops tied to Lester May, Clarence Adams, and Ruth Mendelker. May previously from Council Grove, with prior Hutchinson and Leavenworth prison terms.
A dense schedule of KMBC WDAF and WREN radio programs for Friday June 17 including Brass bands orchestras and variety acts. Listings show stations KMBC WDAF WREN with nightly hours for Ad Bratton NBC Spelling Bee Amos n Andy and more.
The defendant was found guilty of embezzlement and received a suspended two year sentence.
Brandon bound over to district court on a first degree assault charge in the death of Russell Kelly a K A student. Bond set at 6000. Dr M T Sudler Lawrence physician testified detailing Kellys injuries and delayed hemorrhage. Defense sought to amend to assault and battery but motion denied. Also note W R C No 118 meeting tomorrow at 2. More than 400 fish species observed in the Mediterranean Sea.
Grant Silknitter, 23, of Wellington, pleaded guilty to sending three letters to banker John T. Stewart last December in an extortion attempt seeking 10000. Judge Hopkins deferred sentencing pending probation officer review. Peter H. Adrian, ex postmaster, was fined 202 and given a two year suspended sentence for embezzlement. Thomas A. Steinke, former Garden Plains postmaster, pleaded.
A scrambled puzzle page lists numerous across and down clues with partial words and misprints. The mixed entries reference discolored mana, device catches, grafted heraldry, society islands, Greek philosophers, punishments, and various objects, cultures, and occupations.
A 1937 humor line notes that when Uncle Henry was sick he had three doctors and one preacher. The quip contrasts his great interest in his liver with far less interest in his soul, reflecting comic attitudes of the era.
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