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Newspaper
Lawrence Journal World
Location
Lawrence, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Jun 23, 1942
Page
4
A devotional verse from Isaiah proclaims the return of the ransomed to Zion with songs and everlasting joy, where sorrow and sighing flee away and gladness prevails. The passage emphasizes divine deliverance and rejoicing for the faithful.
A government survey shows farm goals for increased production will be met, despite labor shortages and scarce machinery. The report credits individual farmers with contributing to the war effort as they work to align government goals with feasible outputs, amid uncertain times.
A snapshot of rapid strategic changes shows Libya fallen for the British, Sevastopol in danger for the Russians, and Japan tightening grip on the Aleutians despite Midway. The hoped second front remains unlikely this year as allies face mounting disasters and harder fighting ahead.
The piece argues that Kansas Democrats plan to run a drive targeting isolationist candidates, noting isolationist views crossed party lines. It contends that using old pledge rhetoric could backfire and expose Democratic pasts on foreign policy.
The United States seeks allied support for a land base on Russian soil to operate bombing planes against Japan. Russia’s stance remains cautious as it fights on the European front and maintains official neutrality with Japan. China expects Japan to lift neutrality and act when ready.
East coast drivers faced gasoline shortages as filling stations ran dry on a holiday Sunday. Thousands hit the road for pleasure, only to find insufficient fuel and become stranded far from home, planning future trips with less luck and more caution.
The article describes the start of a allied setback in Libya with Rommel's desert army using heavier mobile artillery, trapping and nearly destroying British armored forces and Tobruk's defense. It notes Axis repair capacity could restore much of the wreckage, widening their armored superiority and challenging Allied hopes to hold the Egyptian border.
The piece argues Pierre Laval backs Germany’s win as self serving and notes French opinion, warning that traitors like Laval and other Quislings face grim fates under any victory. It asserts even victors disdain collaborators and that Laval’s prospects are poor.
A report from the Oregon coast notes enemy fire at a waste place caused no damage yet served as propaganda for Japanese submarines in this theater. Despite defeats the Japanese pursue plans to bring the war nearer to U S shores through various means behind the scenes.
The United States Rubber Company notes that 50 feet of worn garden hose provides rubber equal to a Navy life raft, two old auto tires equal a new Army jeep tire, two old inner tubes equal three heavy Army gas masks, three discarded rubbers yield one Army overshoe, and one hot water bottle can supply rubber for two yards of hospital sheeting.
The Chanute Tribune notes the irony as word spreads that the treasury may be forced to lend to companies to cover 1942 income tax payments. The situation turns serious, contrasting with earlier jokes about overdrafts and blank checks.
An amused note from a golfer to a sock maker in Goodland News recounts a lucky moment claiming a hole in one occurred fifteen minutes after donning a pair of socks.
Ten years ago Seventeen University of Kansas graduates passed the state bar exams given last week at Topeka. The group included Horace Mason Robert Mason Robert Polson Sterling Polson Alex Mitchell Andy Mitchell Bobby Houk Oscar Rumsey Richard Treece Paul Meyers Jerry Sisson Harry Frazee Wayne Allphin Russell Frink and Edward Cooper.
Glenn Martin went to Topeka yesterday on business. Daryl J. Dodds stays in Kansas City, Ed Johnson went to Nowata. Vic Johnson and Jack Walton spent the day in Kansas City. Dick Williams returned from a short visit to Tulsa. Melvin Goff and Herman Engle remained from Fort Leavenworth. Dora Lupher and David Lupher visited relatives in Garnett. Faye and Addie Underwood embarked on an extended northwest trip.
Forty years ago the first home grown plums appeared on the market today. The Gun club plans an exhibition at Haskell tomorrow at 1 30 P M. Mrs Arthur Marks hosts the embroidery club this afternoon. A Sigma Chi meeting in Missouri and Kansas seeks to organize a watering chapter in Kansas City. Several locals travel for business and conventions, including L H Corse to Topeka, J R Topping of Kanwaka, and Prof L I Blake preparing to go to Denver. Indians from various reservations attend Haskell commencement.
Dewitt Mackenzie argues Britain and the Allies suffer early defeats as they reset armed forces after years of buildup. He notes defensive gains like Coral Sea Midway and warns the Libyan setback could threaten Eastern Mediterranean and Middle East stability. Restoration comes by quick mobilization and readiness for a decisive knockout blow.
The article discusses Hitler's "final throw of the dice" and the Rommel show as part of a pincer on the Middle East and Egypt. It notes the Allies could lose a vital position but that overcoming the threat hinges on air power and swift reinforcement by Britain and America. It warns of a possible Syrian air invasion and a base for east west strikes.
Lawrence residents visit Baldwin families including Mr and Mrs Marion Martin and Mrs Mary Martin. Baker University connections and a Baker graduate Rex Butler head to Fort Leavenworth. Mrs Flor ence Dixon Johnson of Bushong dies after hospital stay. Funeral in Baldwin with local clergy and Dixon relatives present. Eugene Fewel returns to Baldwin Ledger as linotype operator.
Hunter Dent and Red Ballard chase the Ghibartos after a bank messenger shooting. Sheriff Anderson detains the suspects at the airport scuffle ends with arrests. Ballard praises Hunters courage and rewards him, promising seeds and a mare. The couple then plans marriage using a quirky wedding license.
Topeka June 23 CP Coming from war diminished law college rolls the smallest spring class in recent years has begun examinations for admittance to the Kansas bar. There were only 29 applicants. Ten others have been admitted to practice since the supreme court ruled last semester students in good standing can be sworn in before departing for military service.
Oskaloosa residents and relatives appear in a string of visits and announcements. Dr Earl Martin drove to Parsons and returned with Mrs Martin Jerry and a baby, Effie Silvis visited, Alice Vavra arrived from Kansas City, and Alice Vanderpool wed Ben Wainscott in Harrisonville Missouri. The music director Miss Sarah Schnelle plans a summer concert in courthouse park. Local graduates and military service notes, church events, and social club activities fill the week with travel, arrivals, and departures in a bustling community update.
Radio program listings show a dense timetable for Tuesday June 23 and Wednesday June 24 with multiple stations KMBC WDAF WREN WRIEN WDALF and others. Programs include music orchestras news reports sports and variety shows with several named acts such as Fred Waring Glen Miller Tommy Dorsey and Ramona along with multiple sign offs and newscasts.
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