Call to Service Bible Verse Quoted
A short line from Matthew Chapter 28 quotes Jesus telling followers to spread the gospel and promises his presence until the end of the world. The text emphasizes mission, outreach, and perpetual companionship.
This is just the beginning! Our collection holds over 300 years of history, including rare newspapers, obituaries, marriage records, birth records, and so much more—most of which you won’t find anywhere else!
This newspaper page contains 23 articles. Subscribers can read the full text of each article.
Newspaper
Lawrence Journal World
Location
Lawrence, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Jun 26, 1941
Page
4
A short line from Matthew Chapter 28 quotes Jesus telling followers to spread the gospel and promises his presence until the end of the world. The text emphasizes mission, outreach, and perpetual companionship.
A proposed road south of the Kaw River from Topeka to Junction City would reroute Highway 40 around Fort Riley the move would shorten travel from Lawrence and eastern Kansas to Junction City by about twelve miles and save further miles for central Kansas while remaining beneficial beyond defense needs.
The article weighs what the United States can do to aid Russia against Germany. It notes Russia is a dictatorship and questions Americans’ support for a state unlike constitutional England. It argues aid would aim to stall German victory and respect time limits while warning against overreliance on a faltering Red Army.
Russian sources say casualties have been heavy on both sides despite Nazi communiques suggesting major gains at low cost. The two largest, best equipped armies are in action, with initial German successes likely built on surprise tactics but may be short lived.
Soldiers at Camp Robin Son prepare for a 200 mile trek to summer army maneuvers as a shuttle transport system pushes troops part of the way. The piece argues marching strengthens troops and preserves mobility, noting old foot slogging remains part of the movement.
The article argues Finland Slovakia Hungary and Romania are drawn into a German backed front against communism. It claims these nations did not seek the war and fear Soviet or Nazi control, serving as fronts to shield Germany while taking blows.
Mayor LaGuardia promotes a defense program gathering of scrap aluminum nation wide. Lawrence, ahead of New York, already held its drive and will aid with four carloads as other cities join the effort to watch the show and cheer the defense drive.
As Americans at this season seek calmer Fourth of July expectations, prevailing conditions offer encouragement to stay vigilant and preserve readiness. The message urges careful preparation and steady resolve to face potential challenges.
The article argues Soviet naval dominance in the Black Sea exceeds German surface forces but may rely on countering German air superiority. It stresses air strength as the deciding factor for securing control and supporting surface operations.
A Topeka State Journal quotation observes that aging boosts surprise as others misremember details and some recall things that never happened. The remark highlights human memory with humor.
Governments of France and the United States expressed willingness to talk toward a one year suspension of war debt payments with hopes for an early agreement. Other items include Wiley Post and Harold Gatty landing in Siberia, a 100 degree temperature in the region, and local farming activity resuming threshing with about 1000 bushels of the 1931 crop moving to markets. Trader Horn Alfred Aloysius Smith dies in England at age 82 after a brief illness. The state board of regents considers student motor car use at state schools and possible voluntary bans during residence. Mr and Mrs William Kopp and children plan a five week motor trip east. Twenty five years ago army reports indicate Mexican forces along the Rio Grande have Withdrawn.
Lawrence residents are noted at Fort Riley with Mr Holmes and others visiting the post. The Roosevelt letter declining the Progressive nomination is published. A Republican meeting in Topeka supports Hughes and Capper with Kansas expected to back them by over 100000 votes. Also reported are local weddings Ruth Linsey Myers and Baxter Waters, Livinia Stout and Earl Cronemyer, a runaway team of August oiler, and park upkeep complaints at Central Park Winthrop street.
Angus confronts a kidnapping case involving Adoreen as Castaloni flees to a Long Island hideout. Police, a tense standoff, and a race through Manhattan lead to a planned confrontation with Castaloni at a Connecticut gang hideout hinted by Spike. Anguish, threats, and a dramatic rescue setup propel the ongoing pursuit.
The piece argues Finland fights not for homeland but under German protection as Hitler and German forces use Finland to pressure Leningrad. It traces Finland’s shift from independence to a nation mobilized as a pistol pointed at the Soviet Union, with Berlin guiding its course.
Rev William M Runyan returned from lecturing in Chicago on Hymns of Our Church. Rev and Mrs R J Zeidler visit son Eldon Zeidler in Omaha. Dorothy Lou Kochan isolated with measles as quarantine is enforced. Dr and Mrs H K Ebright attend Engels fiftieth wedding anniversary in Lawrence. Mrs William M Clark travels to New York City to visit Dr Ella Woodyard. Mrs W M Runyan hosts a lakeside picnic for Alfred C Runyan of Pittsburg and guests. Miss Gertrude Schott hosts Baldwin luncheon with local guests. Mrs T H Windrum and sons to Austin Texas after two weeks with Hitchcock. Mrs I C Rankin entertains guests including Dr and Mrs Ross A Baker of New York. Philamathean club meets at Corner cafe. Jane Van Zele and Garrett Robertson wed in Bald wins First Methodist church.
A downtown St Louis office, headquarters for a thief protection service, reported a burglary. Thieves took $68.72 from one cash box and an undetermined amount from another.
In Tacoma Washington a University of Washington professor Robert Goodwin reports 60 blue books and final exam papers stolen from his car. None of the papers had been graded, leaving professors and students awaiting results.
Mrs Merle Hitchcock entertained many friends at bridge on Tuesday afternoon honoring her sister Mrs T H Windrum of Austin Texas and Mrs John Keohane who is moving to Salt Lake City. Attendees included Mrs Stanley Fli...
Panama sits at the center of global shipping and the Panama Canal. The piece notes U S registry of many merchant ships to dodge neutrality rules, and warns sabotage risks near the Canal Zone. It highlights a 1937 fire department anniversary stamp kept for possible Canal protection needs. The 1903 independence with U S Marines is also mentioned.
Mrs. Adam Dobson, 95, Ottawa University's first music teacher, died last night at a son's home. She moved to Kansas City about a decade ago after arriving in Ottawa with her husband, founder of the old Dobson State Bank, soon after the Civil War. She taught at the university before moving.
Pleasant Valley families gather for Meadow Lark 4-H picnic at Cosmos Grove with strong attendance. Residents from Worden Mackey and Columbia join in games and social calls as several households share Sunday visits and travel to nearby towns.
Radio listings show hourly programs across WREN KMBC WDAF and WDI stations from 5:30 PM into midnight with musical acts orchestras talk shows news updates weather forecasts and special features including Tommy Dorsey Glenn Miller and Amos and Andy among others. The dense timetable pairs performances with newscasts across multiple stations.
A summer vacation subscription offer for the Journal-World promises a long daily letter from home and a welcoming return to Lawrence. Phone 22.
We want people to find what they are looking for at NewspaperArchive. We are confident that we have the newspapers that will increase the value of your family history or other historical research. With our 7-day free trial, you can view the documents you find for free.
People find the most success using advanced search. Try plugging in keywords, names, dates, and locations, and get matched with results from the entire collection of newspapers at NewspaperArchive!
You can also successfully find newspapers by these browse options. Explore our archives on your own!
Browse by location and discover newspapers from all across the world.
Browse by date and find publications for a specific day or era.
Browse old newspaper publications to find specific newspapers.