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Newspaper
Lawrence Journal World
Location
Lawrence, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Jun 23, 1938
Page
4
A devotional note cites John 9 31 asserting God hears only those who worship Him and do His will. The brief echoes of scripture emphasize piety and obedience as the path to divine attention.
After reviewing wheat prospects, Representative Carl son asked Secretary Wallace for an immediate supplemental report to correct a June 10 government forecast. The earlier report, based on conditions in the ten days before publication, overestimated the crop and depressed prices, harming farmers in Kansas.
A bystander report notes 54 British ships sunk in Spanish waters since the civil war began, with nearly half lost in the last three months. The British government pressures for action to stop the war and protect shipping, while restraint remains to avoid greater losses.
President Roosevelt plans another fireside chat to discuss Congress handling of the New Deal, praising allies and blaming opponents. The broadcast signals a shift toward executive accountability, while acknowledging core elements of the American plan survive under voter scrutiny in upcoming primaries.
As Congress adjourned a few days, discussion arose about a possible special session to address railroad crises. The administration showed little interest and labor’s stance was not favorable. A local professor commented on the situation.
The piece argues railroads struggle to stay solvent as fixed rates fail to cover operating costs and added charges raise costs above revenue. It contends mismanagement by railroad men and financiers mirrors or exceeds past political regulation damage, producing widespread regulatory bungling and unclear paths to fair rates.
The Pittsburg Headlight notes a surge of split infinitives in state politics as Gov Haxman and Ratner clash. W H Burke, chair of the state board of administration, argues for more split infinitives in a prepared statement. The piece warns of further grammar upheaval by August and November.
The German secret police near completion of questioning of former Austrian chancellor Engelbert Dollfuss successor Kurt Schuschnigg. He is expected to be allowed to leave Germany for exile in Italy, with the lengthy interrogation suggesting he has much to reveal or that officials faced resistance in getting him to talk.
Mimeographed scurrilities mark the latest Jackson club publication in Kansas aimed at Our loyal Democrats, Republican friends, and WPA workers. WPA workers are named last yet crucial as revenue sources and hoped for votes in the club’s calculations.
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A reader laments lack of clean carnivals in their town. He recalls aging and faith, questions Hollywood influence on amusements, and urges genuinely wholesome community events instead. The letter cites long disappointment spanning decades.
Children search desks and bags for missing pencils causing worry and delay. The teacher suspects a prank but learns the janitor did not take them. Sweet Face faces relief as a single pencil is found. The mystery remains unsolved as the class contemplates the puzzling disappearance.
Edward Dobbin rode a train without the 80 cent fare feeding his five foot black snake, which charmed passengers into paying for the owner. The snake performed at the police station where it also impressed officers and secured a turkey dinner for its master.
In San Francisco on June 23, Fi Ro tarian T Purvis of Melbourne aroused laughter by saying American girls are the cutest things in the world during a Rotary International conference talk on soil erosion. The remark caused such a noisy reaction that the rest of his speech was not delivered.
Lee Teel of Burbank reports he found A H Pawnell 60 year old veterinarian dead in a barn after calling him to treat an ailing horse. Police say Pawnell apparently died of a heart attack.
Mrs H S Geer of Marion Illinois drove downtown in her husband’s car when a lump appeared in the seat cushion. She later found a package with two sticks of dynamite left over from a well blast.
Gov Wal ter Haxman announces appointments to state boards. Board of Education names John H Edwards Topeka and Rufus M Crum Wichita terms end June 6 1942 replacing James Sharpe Council Grove and Mrs Ida Grammar Junction City. Board of Health adds Howard Rooney Dodge City Dr R T Nichols Hiawatha and Dr B Anderson Victoria terms end June 22 1941 succeeding A B Mitchell Lawrence and Dr Alfred O Donnell Ellinwood. Dr Nichols reappointed. Medical Registration and Examination lists Dr A E Joss Topeka and Dr J A Wheeler Newton terms end April 30 1942 with Wheeler reappointed. Board of Embalming names Dale D DeWeese Wellington term end July 31 1941 replacing J M Sappington Pratt.
Harold McGugin seeking the Republican nomination for governor pledged an honest and intelligent administration of the gasoline tax law and criticized repealing the exemption for gasoline used by farmers. He said taxing farmer fuel for highway funds is unjust and blamed chaotic conditions on poor administration.
A marriage license was issued at the courthouse yesterday to Parris R. Nottingham and Adolphine R. Neider of Topeka.
Merline Ottinger Miller files in divorce court seeking a dissolution of marriage to Rufus Miller. The suit notes a summer vacation address as context.
Notes from the town record diverse moves and visits. Walter Thiele and H H Asher couples return from Washington with Marion Decker heading to the national Sigma Kappa convention. Waldo Crowder earns a Cleveland pro post and vies in the National Open amid leaders Jones Leach Farlane and Crowder. Professor Hodder leaves for Columbia University joining Ithaca summer school, while Hodder plans future teaching. Socials include Mrs Chalkley hosting guests from Paris, Pauline Laptad’s dance party, and a piano violin recital by Hazel Rice and Virginia Hosford. John J Henry returns from Harvard Law for a surprise party hosted by Miss Hutt and Miss Sirpless. Mrs Sernseman and Miss Senseman depart for Baltimore for summer.
The dry spell and scarce potato crops push prices to 1.00 and 1.05 a bushel. Kaw Valley output drops to about half of last year’s 4,000 cars. Hydrophobia found in a dog owned by Anson Storm, known to have bitten many animals. Coach Leonard Frank indicates he will return to K U next year after word from St Paul. Lawrence roads in good shape but Golden Belt road needs work before July 7 tourist traffic. Social notes include Minnie Ramsey’s Chicago visit and Miss Alba Amick’s lawn party for about thirty guests.
Forty years ago 6000 trained soldiers encamped in Havana harbor area while 10000 more rest aboard transports offshore ready to land as launches carry them to shore. The bombardment at Jaragua served as a feint to mask the main attack and the landing occurred without loss of life.
Cape Cod detective Asey Mayo investigates Marina Lorne murder tied to Pam Frye and Roddy Strutt. Jennings confesses anger after a mural dispute and admits spankings and fights. Key figures Tim Carr Lorne Aaron Frye Pam Frye Roddy Strutt and mysterious arson tied to a missing $50,000 ambergris. Tomorrow promises another murder.
Wayne Lauchlin who recovered from an appendicitis operation at his uncle and aunt Gidon Neil’s home left Thursday afternoon to spend several days with Maurice Starr. Recent visitors to Mrs. Leslie Kindred in Weaver included Rev C Watson and others from Eudora Lawrence Belleview and Salina.
A character named Bill faces social pressure from a disreputable family and a wife who threatens to disgrace him, highlighting a fragile marriage and reputational stakes in a 1937 syndicated piece.
Wilson family and neighbors report rising waters in the Smoky Hill bottom with crops at risk. Men worked in shifts Tuesday through Saturday building dykes to protect corn and potatoes while some wheat and oats on the Wilson farm were saved. Local social notes list visits and Sunday gatherings among area families including Kraybrill, Neis, Mowder, Spitzli, Strobel, and Wilson households. Radio program listings for June 23 24 show a full schedule from 5:30 to 17:00 with various stations and programs.
Topeka guests Anna Cavender and Martha Dister visited at Mrs. Fannie Cavender’s home. A Monday meeting at Black Jack, chaired by C. E. Beeks, discussed Black Jack Memorial park west of Black Jack across from the John Black bridge on U S 50. Officers elected: Beeks president, Mrs Cavender vice president, Asa Converse secretary treasurer. A birthday dinner for Edna Cavender was hosted by family. Grandchild arrival noted for Henry Bell. Many relatives and neighbors attended dinners and visits over the weekend.
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