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Newspaper
Lawrence Journal World
Location
Lawrence, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Jun 19, 1940
Page
4
A devotional snippet cites Romans 8 38 39 affirming that nothing in life or death can separate believers from the love of God in Christ Jesus, reinforcing faith in divine steadfastness.
The article notes Germany and Italy allegedly know the terms to be imposed on France but not publicly disclosed. It suggests Hitler and Mussolini will refine the draft to maximize satisfaction for themselves and France's misfortunes, recalling 1870 lessons. The aim of the regimes is to keep France prostrate permanently.
A six day week of classes is planned to increase the use of the university plant. The move seeks to meet growing demand and limited state funding for new buildings. Summer programs already bring visitors to Lawrence to utilize university facilities beyond regular terms.
The piece argues the United States must prepare for the worst, potentially war, and criticizes half measures as inadequate. It asserts readiness would mobilize full effort if war comes and minimizes loss if it does not, while noting government indecision and a defense program kept on paper.
The article notes President Roosevelts executive order freezing all French assets in the United States to block German seizing efforts. It implies Denmark, Norway, and French property protected, with assets valued in the millions. It suggests Germany may seek to reclaim looted wealth later. It frames these moves as part of a tense global situation.
The statement argues that the belief in avoiding conflict with modern imperial powers is not grounded in current facts but relies on the hope that a solution will emerge. It stresses uncertainty and the need for a feasible exit strategy.
The piece argues that Nazi occupation could repeat Poland’s brutal pacification in France. It notes Germany may seal France from outside knowledge through censorship while destroying culture and converting the nation into servile obedience, despite radio and other links.
Dispatches report increased Soviet troop movements into Lithuania Latvia and Estonia beyond what is needed for occupation. Russian frontier regions near Germany also surge as a precaution. The piece casts doubt on Berlin Moscow trust and hints at underworld influence among international gangs.
The author argues that camps should admit men aged 25 to 50 this summer and that if a selective draft is needed it should apply to all military age brackets at once rather than starting with the younger group. The proposed approach would likely improve national service outcomes.
The article notes ongoing combat with French forces delaying German overrunning of France. Some French troops still resist between southern France and invading Germans, while others offer to prolong the struggle in hopes of a longer delay. France seeks terms of surrender or negotiation.
The text notes Germans may exploit fifth column methods to ease advances in France. It suggests rapid French resistance breakdown with covert actions behind the lines and predicts growing disruption as confusion increases.
Notable honors include coloratura soprano Beatrice Belkin, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. George Abrams of this city, earning an engagement with the Metropolitan Opera in New York. The report also notes Rear Admiral Richard Byrd’s return from Antarctica, local political candidacy news, and various social events and travels of residents.
The board of county commissioners this morning named the jour appointment to fill a vacant post. Officials announced the choice at a brief meeting, noting the selected candidate will begin duties immediately and oversee related county operations.
Baldwin items report church events Baldwin Institute plans July 29 opening and a five day college student conference June 24. Attendees include Rev Harry O Ritter Rev Merle W Whitlow Rev M W Faulkner Miss Florence Kirby and Dr James S Chubb plus Mrs Frank C Leitaker. Mrs Carrol W Ridgway recovers from tonsil surgery. The Day family burial in Oakwood follows a Noblesville Indiana death. A Baldwin band director is named Chester Moore with a first summer concert next Saturday. A. E. Burgtorf hosts visiting Tallev family. Tallev attends KU summer school. A second fragment follows with a fiction excerpt involving Francie, Gusty, and Aunt Hal.
The article analyzes armistice talks with Nazi Germany and predicts harsh surrender terms. It emphasizes a coming air assault on England, a decisive clash between German airpower and the British navy and air defenses, and Churchill's focus on breaking Hitler's air weapon to avert invasion. The piece views a swift German victory or catastrophe as likely.
The trial of John M. Claflin for first degree arson on four counts is scheduled to begin at 9 a.m. tomorrow in district court. He is charged with setting fires at the Phi Delta Theta fraternity on four occasions last winter.
Governor Theodore Roosevelt of New York controls the vice presidency discussion but prefers not to seek the nomination personally. Indications point to ambitions for the 1904 Republican ticket. General MacArthur weighs dispatching troops to China over the Boxer troubles. New enumerator TR Smith completes his district work. Excavation proceeds for English Lutheran Church addition, due by week’s end. George Kimball at 82 invents a sorting onion sets machine. Hess horse collision damages pole. cart crosses mud uninjured. J A Henderson, painter, praised for consistent work. one damaged job repaired free. Miss Bertha and Inez Eliot travel to Byers Cole to visit sister Mrs D A Bishop.
Bill Marion Underwood was fined five dollars by Police Judge Donald S. Hults for speeding. Bill Kopp paid one dollar for double parking in police court this morning.
Enrolment in the summer session of the Mid Western Music camp an a cappella choir totals 117 voices with 42 sopranos 33 altos 14 tenors and 28 basses. Rehearsals moved from Frank Strong hall to the auditorium under Dean D M Swarthout with performances of 16th century works by Palestrina Arcadell Morley and modern pieces by Franz and Taneyev.
A dense list of daily radio programs across stations WREN KMBC and WDAF for Wednesday June 19 and Thursday June 20. Program flow includes newscasts, musicales, dramas, symphonies, variety shows, and notable acts such as Burns and Allen, Harry James, Bob Hope, and Gordon. Highlights feature The Green Hornet, Fibber McGee and Molly style shows, and numerous orchestras.
A large group of singers from previous seasons rejoin the choir with several having sung for six consecutive summers. The choir will meet regularly over the next seven weeks on Tuesday and Thursday afternoons.
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