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Newspaper
Lawrence Journal World
Location
Lawrence, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Jun 28, 1940
Page
4
Willkie Named Republican Nominee by Grassroots Surge
The passage notes Wendell L. Willkie’s nomination rising from grassroots support as a choice ratified by a convention. It highlights Willkie as the most competent candidate amid times of danger, praising his integrity and rise from modest beginnings to national leadership.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Wendell L. ‘Willkie
Willkie
Republican Party
Tlan
Slicing Romania As Nations Concede Territory To Russia
The article notes Romania ceding part of its land to the Soviet Union while Hungary and Bulgaria seek to reclaim slices. King Carol pursues appeasement hoping for protection amid a new division of spheres. Berlin shows no open objection as Germany and the Soviet Union align to grab southeastern Europe.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Europe
Rumania
Russia
Hungary
Bulgaria
Carol
Germany
Berlin
Defense talk on army size echoes with practical limits
Congress members debate a large American army, stressing that training and arming a feasible number matters. The war department insists on a practicable total to ensure effective mobilization and readiness, echoing Bryan's sentiment that a million men would be urged but needs careful handling.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
War Departments
William
Bryan
Phrase versus Arm Strength Cited in Defense Speech
A wartime official warns phrases like spring to arms do not substitute for real strength and urges a fully adequate national defense. The speaker cautions the public against being misled by rhetoric while the country lacks sufficient arms for mass mobilization.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
America
War Department
Appeasement fears shake British cabinet lineup
A strong undercurrent in British politics raises fears of Chamberlain being ousted from the cabinet. Critics warn that a reversal could steer his influence toward appeasing Hitler. France's fate is cited as proof that further disaster lies ahead if appeasement persists.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Chamberlain
Hitler
France
England
London
Red Cross Relief Push For Europe Fund
The Red Cross is raising 20 million dollars for relief in Europe amid refugee needs. Douglas County’s quota is oversubscribed while other areas lag. Readers seek assurance the aid will operate without German authority interference to ease fears of misallocation to German war aims.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
The
Red Cross
Europe
Douglas County
Peace rumors swirl as WWII propaganda spreads doubt
Rumors claim tentative peace offers from England and a sensational proposal from Hitler, yet many see German propaganda at work. Some fear Hitler contemplates limits to his conquests as his unchecked campaign risks spiraling beyond control like Dr. Frankenstein's monster.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
England
Hitler
Frankenstein
Salvation Army Drive Earns Backing From Reader
A reader urges full community support for the Salvation Army war relief drive after losses of equipment in France. The writer, a World War II veteran who served twenty two months in the U S Army, praises the Army’s care for soldiers and calls for replenishing funds to continue its work.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Salvation Army
Journal-World
France
Sketch of Willkie From Coffeyville High School Yearbook 1914
The Coffeyville Journal republishes a 1914 Coffeyville high school yearbook sketch of Wendell Willkie. It notes his enrollment as history teacher in 1913 and his Indiana University history degree. It compares his arrival to Julius Caesar’s ovation.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Willkie
Coffeyvile Journal
Wendell Willkie
Coffeyville High School
Lewis Wendell Willkie
H. F. Willkie
Elwood
Ind
Coffeyville
State University of Indiana
Julius
Fish release planned in Douglas County streams
Several thousand pounds of fish will be placed in Douglas County streams and ponds next week from a mysterious source known only to state game wardens and a few members of the Lawrence Izaak Walton league.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Douglas County
Lawrence Izaak Walton League
Jane Pontius
Charles E. Pontius
Dan Campbell Dutcher
Lowe City
Kansas City
Kan
Warren Reding
Pittsburgh
Harold Longene
Violet
Marilee McWilliams
Lena B. Funk
Dorothy Adams
Carolee Drake
Dorothy Netherton
Virginia St. Clair
Jeanette Houk
Gertrude Welch
Mary Boredell Dalton
Mary Isabel Taylor
Bob Allen
Oscar Rumsey
Alex Mitchell
Andy Mitchell
Lloyd Ware, Jr
Joe Drake
Jack Evans
Bobby Mason
Owen Maloney
Frederick Jaedicke
Forrest Randall
A. B. Mitchell
Bridgettes
Germans Press Ver dun In Fierce Bagatelle Fighting
The Paris report says German troops attack Bagatelle and push toward the fortified Ver dun. In America R M Morrison and son Walter plan Kansas City trip today if weather allows. C A Finch and Ed Klein report flood loss of 200 acres of crops along the river.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Bagatelle
Calonne
Verdun
Paris
R. M. Morrison
Walter
R. D. Morrison
Kansas City
C. A. Finch
Ed. Klein
Germany
Ag Department
Bern
H. W. Hargett
Helen
Ohio
Miss Helen
Ohio Wesleyan University
M. J. Wells
Aileen
Willkie’s leadership and departure marked Coffeyville High
Caesar was offered the crown thrice and refused. Students and faculty admired his principled, fearless leadership. He led YMCA growth, attended weekly suppers, and built the largest YMCA in the region. In 1914 he resigned to join Fajardo Sugar Co. in Porto Rico. The town mourned his departure as a noble, selfless soul.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Caesar
Antony
Willkie
Y.M.C.A
Coffeyville High School
M.C
Fajardo Sugar Co
Porto Rico
Honor of Miss Margaret Simpson Highlighted
A note honors Miss Margaret Simpson of Council Grove as a guest last week, underscoring her cordial reception and visit.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Margaret Simpson
Council Grove
Local Happenings From the City House to Court Street
Wilson Crowder collapsed from heat while working on a building and was taken home. John Anderson and Miss Inez Whitman wed yesterday at the bride’s parents home. Al Bromersick sought tornado life insurance after a near chill at the M C A pool where a prank dunking left him weak. City council may curb Tennessee street from Ontario to Henry and Henry from Tennessee to Massachusetts with brick paving. The Sunflowers from St Mary’s Institute in Quincy returned to Lawrence after a productive year. Edna Honnold earned a gold medal for scholastic excellence. Miss Camilla Andrews and Forrest C Cochran married last night at the bride’s Ohio street home.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Wilson Crowder
John Anderson
Inez Whitman
al Bromersick
M.C.A
Tennessee
Ontario
Henry Street
Henry
Massachusetts
Ontario Street
Lawrence
St. Mary's Institute
Quincy
Ill
Mabel
Loretta Schwartz
Mary Martin
Guffer
Frances Dinsmore
Edna Honnold
Edna
Camilla Andrews
Forrest C. Cochran
Ohio Street
Baldwin Garden Club members attend Lawrence Flower Club meeting
Mrs Myrnice Morgan Mrs W J Williams and Mrs Inez Ross joined Baldwin residents at the Lawrence Flower club session in Lawrence. Mrs Morgan spoke on Thru the Seaton in the Garden naming flowers that bloom in sequence each season. Also noted are local events a Sadie Hawkins dance and regional leadership conference attendees.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Myrnice Morgan
W. J. Williams
Inez _ Ross
Baldwin Garden Club
Lawrence
Lawrence Flower Club
Morgan
Seaton
Morfan
Baldwin
Sadie Hawkins
West Baldwin
Harold W. Guest
Robert Guest
Mildred B. Hahn
Kansas City
Verna Lee Carter
Fred Betts
Miss Hahn
Pennsylvania
Dale Martin
Donald Black
Russell
Methodist
Baker
Taylors Hall
Centenary Hall
Harold Ehrensperger
Fred Stotts
California
Henry Cobb
Emporia
Danny Smith
Salina
Leo Smith
Alvin Peevehouse
Denver
Colo
Iliff School of Theolory
Mr. Peevehouse
William C. Rice
Evanston
Rice
School of Music
Northwestern University
Lynwood Kk. Bailey
Lynette
Washington, D. C
Hope Murray
C. N. Murray
J. A. Halliday
Charles Briles
Pomona
N. D. Campbell
Floyd Brune
Topeka
Ray M. Vincent
Sapulpa
Okla
Mr. Vincent
S. D. Vincent
Brainerd, Minn
Two Die in Kansas Car Crash Near Oatville
Albert Wood age 60 of Aurora Missouri died after a two car collision near Oatville. Ferdie Taylor 32, also of Aurora, died from injuries. This was the second fatality in the crash.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Wichita
Kan
Albert Wood
Aurora
Oatville
Ferdie Taylor
Ticket to Hollywood Ends in Turmoil and Hope
Francie Weston rehearses a broadcast performance while Gusty Gair is rushed to hospital after a stunt gone wrong. Her father reveals Gusty’s condition as she battles nerves to sing on air, torn between fame and a wounded ally. Her moment arrives with Jerry Finney calling her name.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Francie Weston
Gusty Galr
Jerry Finney
Movieland
Jerry Fynney
Francie
Jerry
Gusty
Koon
Gair
Hal
Aunt Hat
Gussy
Pops
Aunt Hal
Mr. Rhinegold
Mr. Klump
Peert
Mr. Klum
Gusty Gair
Finney
Residents of Pickens Area Gather for Visits Amid Rain Damages
A flurry of local visits occurs in Pickens and nearby towns as Ernest Cowles, George Henik, and families host and visit relatives from Lawrence Cincinnati Coffeyville and Tonganoxie. Heavy rain causes rivers to overflow, damaging nearby crops and prompting residents to discuss family and community news.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ernest Cowles
George Henik
Leonard Anderson
Fred Cowles
Freda
North Lawrence
Earnest Cowles
T. FE. Hubbard
Dorothy
Roy
Evan Travis
Cincinnati
Laura Anderson
Coffeyville
James Toyne
Willa Lden
Will Johnson
Wesley Rattles
Roy Sled
Mattie Toyne
Carl
Tra Hubbard
Lawrence
T. E. Hubbard
Therese
Joan Dunlap
Tonganoxie
Fiverett Mitchell
Jédna
Ray Anderson
William Anderson
Linwood
Katie
Elmer Hubbard
Highland
Frank Hubbard
Radio Listings for Friday Evening June 23 1949
Kansas City readers receive a dense schedule of radio programs across WREN KMBC WDAF and KNBC with a broad lineup including Newscasts Don Ameche Show Grand Central Station Bucking a West Coast mix and musical variety shows. Notable names include Kate Smith Walter Winchell Benny Carter and Bobby Day among many stations and times. Guests include Miss Evulah Anderson and Mr Phil Day at Sunday dinner.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
MBC
Wdaf—Airlines
Wren
KMBC
WDAF
Cavaliers
Kate Smith
Death Valley
KNMBC
Johnny
Tima
Grand Central Station
Wren—T. FP
Ybarra
Don Ameche
al' Pearce
Alec Templeton
K. C. Blues
Human Nature
Amos and
Andy
Lanny Ross
Orch
Skabc
Bob Chester
Fred Waring
Cecil Golly
Muehlebach Or
Muehlebach
Bonnie and the Boys
Associated Press News
Glen Gray
Tommy Dorsey
Moonbeams
Nickle Sisco
Carl Ravazza
Red Nichols
Wdaf—Colony Club Orch
Associated Press
Nevva
Wdaf—Safety Council
Gene Krupa
Wren—Radio Guild
JSMBC
WDAP
NBC
WHREN
Human Adventure
Casino Orchestra
Grant Park
Bob Crosby
Joseph W. Martin, Jr
Melody
Ikkmbc
Grand Ole Opry
Buddy Clark
Johnny McGee
Sky Blazers
Hotel Statler Orch
WRIEN
Ray Heatherton
Rainbow Room
Legion Safety Penn
Jimmie Lunceford
Pennsylvania
Jan Savitt
Ronnie and
the Boys
Leighton Noble
Woody Herman
Wraf—Nighthawks
Bobby Day
Whien
Carl Ravazgza
Henry King
NBC Dance Orchestra
Philharmonia
Hollywood Country Church
John Tompkins
Gene Autry
KABC
John D. M. Hamilton
KMHC
LDS Vesper Service
Charlie McCarthy
Hans Flath
Walter Winchell
Parker
Irene Righ
Allen Roth
KMIBC
Burton Wheeler
NBC String Quartet
Bill Stern
Betty Black
Alda
Jack Benny
Kmbc—Orientale
Sherman Orch
Muehlebacher
Jack Meakin
Lou Holden
the Aristocrats
Chuck Foster
Eddie Bush
KXMBC
Evulah Anderson
Kansas City
Kan
Phil Day
Laura Anderson
Evan Travys
Cincinnati, C
Leonard Anderson
Also Mentioned on This Page
the World Company
W. C. Simons
J. W. Murray
Dolph Simons
Micat ‘Geea
R. Wmcclure
S. R. Harvey
Cleveland
Ednah Hopkins
Earle Stitzel
Nelson, Ill
Stitzel
Flo Taylor
Mildred. Reuter
A. L. Owen
A. W. Lamb
Francis Scunetine
Janet Patchen
Wenty
Baldwin News
Hollywood
W. H. * Pears
NEA Service, Inc
Pickens and Vicinity
Neegas
Univis
Optometris@l
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