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Newspaper
Lawrence Journal World
Location
Lawrence, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Jun 27, 1942
Page
4
An old newspaper note quotes Daniel 11 32 about those who know their God growing strong and doing exploits in a religious or moral context. The brief mentions faith as a source of strength and action. It reflects a devotional use rather than a current event.
In Pontiac Michigan 11 000 workers walked out during a 20 minute blackout at Yellow Truck and Coach. Managers wanted time counted. workers fought for pay. The strike paused war contracts, adding a full plant day and reducing output by the equivalent of 275 forty hour weeks before workers returned after one day.
The piece argues impatience for a European second front, noting ten years of rising storms and the Axis's active deception. It contrasts Allied inaction with Axis pretense and insists more time will pass before the Allies catch up to wartime demands.
The piece notes that Rommel's advance has reached the 100 mile mark toward the Egyptian front and hinges on how the shaky British line holds. Churchill expresses confidence that Britain will endure. The outcome is pivotal for the Allies with support from Americans and other United Nations forces.
Observers expect Winston Churchill to win again as parliament prepares to debate the war. Opponents lack a strong successor, and the political contest over his leadership centers on the upcoming session.
The Truman committee keeps sniping at the dollar a year men causing embarrassment to the administration which appointed them and has benefited from their services by securing credit for wartime production gains.
Russia and Japan edge toward a clash after a Russian merchant ship sinks off Japan. Japan accuses an American submarine, while Russians cite survivors who report two Japanese subs surfacing post torpedo. An open break between the Soviet Union and Japan seems near.
Governor Bricker of Ohio counters that East Coast shortage stems from transport issues, not supply. He argues rationing in the Midwest would not help the East and would only reassure eastern residents.
Authorities warn that a new pension drive could undermine schools and other essential state activities. Advocates of unlimited pensions are urged to heed what Japan and Nazi Germany thought of pension schemes, warning that self interest groups could destabilize the nation at a critical moment.
County histories under WPA auspices show nearly every early county seat hoped to be the state capital. Lawrence entertained that aim but gained a different fate when the distribution of state institutions was decided.
The spring pig crop increased 25 percent over last year and supporters of wartime food programs express gratification. The remark recalls past slaughter of pigs to boost national prosperity during the war effort.
The remark by Alfred M. Landon that politics stops at the water's edge now extends beyond the origin. The area of political suspension has reportedly grown to include actions in Tokyo and Berlin.
Under intense air assault from about a thousand British bombers the German city of Bremen is reported to have been heavily damaged following Cologne as part of the Allied bombing campaign. The tactic, once a German-planned strategy, is described as effective in the context of the article.
The passage notes the Russian campaign, described as extending into its second year, with emphasis on the protracted nature of the fighting and the broad stretch of war beyond initial expectations.
Washington snickers at an alleged presidential hideaway. White House secretary Stephen Early warned journalists against publishing such military secrets. Mrs. Roosevelt disclosed the matter at her press conference, sparking ridicule toward Early as the press recalls him as "the late Mr. Early."
Kansas Governor Ratner was assaulted en route to Asheville North Carolina for a governors conference. Report notes the attack occurred before his arrival and comments on the hospitality or seating at the North Carolina event.
Combined wheat arrived in Lawrence this morning as farmers resumed harvesting after a postponement due to heavy rains. The local garden tour by the Douglas County Farms Bureau will be held tomorrow per County Agent J A Terrell. A bronze plaque for the late W W Curfman has arrived and is at Principal H L Baker's office. The town news notes a parade of residents traveling for visits and work in nearby cities, with several Lawrence residents listed in daily activity.
Judith Kingsly and Tom Burke, factory employees, flee a desert airport chase after a leak probe and stolen bomber plans. Judith frees Burke, escapes in a car, races toward San Diego, finds a gas station, steals a second car, and heads toward safety hitching a ride with a trucker as dawn breaks.
Military observers in London say the next week could be pivotal for both sides. Hitler must win this year or risk ruin as his push on Egypt and the Caucasus tests Allied defenses. A shift to Syria or even an invasion of England remain possible desperate options if fronts stall.
Earl Kirker of Chicago visits Baldwin with family as others travel to Uniontown Toledo and Washington D C for visits. Librarian Hope Murray of Detroit spends weeks in Baldwin with parents as Christine Reb returns from Milwaukee convention. Kansas City births and trips wrap a busy schedule with a wet luck luncheon and W C T U activities.
The Southeast district council of churches and Christian Education holds a one day convention in West Baldwin with morning and afternoon sessions. A basket dinner at noon precedes a 2:00 PM praise service and a 3:15 PM closing address.
Pi John T Glynn 72 former head of a detective agency and longtime lawman died after a three day illness in Leavenworth. He served as Leavenworth county treasurer and was once chief of police. He was repeatedly called to Washington for special inaugural duty.
James McAdoo and his brother David McAdoo, both of Elorado, were injured when a concrete mixing bin collapsed. James suffered serious injuries. a large crane was used to lift debris and free the brothers.
Mary Elizabeth Trout Bryant died June 5 1942 in Leavenworth Kansas at 71. Born February 6 1871 in Lawrence Kansas she married Frank Bryant December 17 1888 and had twelve children. Funeral June 8 at 2 30 p m in Eudora Kansas with burial in Eudora cemetery.
Sunday guests included Mr and Mrs Guy Howard and son of Wichita and Lewis Howard of Topeka. Miss Dorothy Nisely joined a party in Lawrence. Hazel Sinks surveys the Fairview census. Many visits among local families from Walnut Grove Number Six and Blue Mound. Theodore Howard heads to Fort Leavenworth for reassignment.
Readable listings show June programming across KMBC WREN WDAF and WDAF stations. Notable acts include Gabriel Heatter Abe Lyman’s Orchestra Tommy Dorsey and coordinated news and talk segments through midnight with national programs and local shows.
The Journal World outlines classified pages highlighting readers and results. It notes the varied listings and reader participation shaping daily ads and notices.
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