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Newspaper
Lawrence Journal World
Location
Lawrence, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Jun 29, 1939
Page
4
Kansas Farmers Face Delays From Wet Fields This Year
The report notes that Kansas wheat farmers encounter harvest delays due to excessive rain. It cites instances of wet fields hindering gathering, while referencing Rexford Tugwell's earlier dust bowl depopulation proposal as a contrasting historical remark.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Kansas
Rexford Tugwell
Anniversary of Sarajevo Assassinations Marks 25 Years
The 25th anniversary of the Sarajevo assassinations that sparked World War I recalls a world more anxious about war. The United States has reached two decades without war, yet democracy is less safe and mutual trust among nations is at a low ebb. The Sarajevo shadow warns that peace efforts cannot be neglected.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Sarajevo
United States
Altho
Europe
Roosevelt Faces Backlash Over Emergency Powers
The president defends extraordinary powers while Congress grows wary and demands a newer, fairer deal. Name-calling dulls impact as the public eye shifts to checks on the New Deal.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Roosevelt
Congress
White House
British aviation output surpasses Germany in April
Francis, AP aviation editor in London, notes England’s monthly warplane production overtook Germany earlier than planned. Parity with German output was achieved in April, earlier than June targets. The boost follows Munich crisis lessons and Hitler’s Sudeten pledge mistrust, spurring Britain to accelerate its program.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Devon. Francis
K. Us
Associated Press
London
England
Germany
Munich
Anxious Months Signal German Influx to Danzig
Anxious months bring more Germans to Danzig city, described as possibly useful for trouble. Nazi gesture against Poland looms, while Churchill warns July September will be critical for Europe as Germany nears harvest time and plans a swift lightning war.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Danzig
Poland
Winston Churchill
Europe
Germany
Missouri WPA boss ousted amid credit battle
The removal of Matthew S. Murray from his WPA administrator post in Missouri is delayed as two prominent Missourians vie for credit. Governor Stark seeks publicity while Senator Clark’s quieter plans are disrupted. Until a joint decision is reached the Pendergast ally may retain a major federal post in Missouri.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Matthew S. Murray
WPA
Missouri
Stark
Clark
Pendergast
Abolition of Kansas City municipal job lag welcomed
The removal of the pay lag for city workers ends deductions due to funding shortfalls. Payrolls may soon reflect full amounts on payday, allowing employees to keep what they earn without contributing to political machine support.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Kansas City
Japanese Aims at Tientsin Include Millions in Silver
The passage notes that Japan seeks several million dollars of silver belonging to the Chinese government kept in banks in the British settlement at Tientsin. It compares Japan's intent to German aims over Prague, suggesting governments pursuing conquest face monetary shortfalls.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Tientsin
Prague
End of Mexican Racket in Senate Monetary Bill
A senate monetary bill passed with amendments bars buying foreign silver ending a 30,000,000 ounce yearly Mexican silver import regime. Critics say the US overpaid for Mexican silver and export taxed at 12 percent, enriching Mexico while harming American property. The bill goes to conference with the House. if approved, the unjust purchase of foreign silver could end.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Topeka State Journal
Senate
Mexico
Ashurst
United States
House
Ed Chapman reports shelterbelt planting will boost employment
Ed Chapman of Topeka notes millions of shelterbelt trees planted. As they mature, government may end the current low mood by employing unemployed to harvest wood for fuel, funded by relief programs.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ed Chapman
Topeka
Why Fewer Murals Adorn Private Walls in Missouri
A Missouri editor cites high costs and uneven results for home murals. The piece notes that many self made murals fail due to late artist visits and unfinished drawings, reflecting on exclusive designs and the burden on homeowners.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Missouri
Upstate Woman Collects Antiques Buys Horse-Hair Sofa
An upstate woman who collects antiques purchased a horse-hair sofa and learns its link to her grandmother who wore six petticoats.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Wichita Eagle
The Greatest Undeveloped Territory Under Your Hat
The Humboldt Union notes a playful claim that the greatest undeveloped territory lies just under the hat, presenting a humorous observation on fashion and imagination.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Humboldt Union
Schmeling Stops Uz Cudun In 15 Round NYC Bout
Max Schmeling of Berlin defeated Paulino Uzcudun in a 15 round fight in New York City. Uzcudun is identified as a Spanish fighter. The article also notes social events including several showers for Miss Lois Emick and other society updates.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Max Schmeling
Berlin
Paulino Uzcudun
New York City
Uzcudun
Homer D. Allison
Sadie Cleland
Elizabeth Tucker
Edith Evans
Etheliae Weber
Topeka
Aldeene Pontius
Lois Emick
Carroll Pontius
Ft. Dodge
H. L. Chaffin
Richard Bratten
John G. Blocker
James Edward
Research Hospital
Kansas City
Morris Cohen
Dorothy
Charles Wolfson
Mrs. Cohen
Dayton
Charles
Ralph
Chicago
Douglas County
Lawrence
Frank Topping
Underwood & Underwood
Quotes on reading, labor, and youth from notable figures
A collection of opinions from John Masefield Agriculture Secretary Wallace Owen R Lovejoy and Gov Lloyd Stark. They discuss reading habits youth radicalism and the value of freedom and citizenship amid national concerns about agriculture labor and business relations.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Agriculture
Wallace
America
Owen R. Lovejoy
American Youth Commission
Lloyd, C. Stark
Missouri
Firework Dangers Highlighted By 1938 Death Toll
Dr Morris Fishbein reports 18 direct fireworks deaths in 1938 and seven indirect fatalities from the Fourth of July. Burns from sparklers and firecrackers and mutilations from homemade explosives were the main causes. Eight girls died from burns including cases in South Bend Indiana. Five male victims were linked to lead pipe explosions. Few lockjaw deaths occurred, but antitoxin is advised after injuries.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
American Medical Association
South Bend
Ind
Archduke Francis Ferdinand Assassination Triggers Turmoil
News from Sarajevo reports martial law in the district after the assassination of Archduke Francis Ferdinand and the Duchess of Hohelberg. An anti-Serbian outbreak followed the bombing signal, with troops struggling to quell the violence as European powers react.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Sarajevo
Bosnia
Francis Ferdinand
Hohelberg
Francis
Austria Hungary
Russia
England
Newmark
Lawrence
Charles Curtis
Green Mountain Falls
Cole
Madeline
Marcia
Fourth of July fireworks injuries rise in late 1930s
In 1988 injuries from fireworks nearly triple 1987 figures, with 1938 amputations double those in 1937 and 1928 total injuries at 7933 versus 7025 in 1937. Hospitals and doctors not reporting suggest counts are higher. About 500 blind students in American schools trace to such accidents, urging stricter laws and parental vigilance.
Soil Conservation Service Notes Farm Ponds Virtues
Soil Conservation Service notes ponds serve three roles on semiarid plains. They provide water for livestock and wildlife, offer recreation, and reduce runoff losses. Proper erosion control and vegetation cover in drainage areas extend pond life, with a recommended minimum depth of ten feet and larger depths improving value.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
R. G. McVicker
Soil Conservation Service
Ottawa
S Wedding Bells for Dr Hults and Miss Sanford in Lawrence
Forty years ago the wedding of Dr A P Hults and Miss Cecelia Sanford of Lawrence took place at the Methodist church. The ceremony featured an orchestra, four bridesmaids, and Edith Davis as maid of honor. The couple will start housekeeping in a new home. Nearby, Morris Goldstein’s surprise party honored a local graduate. A store theft scare and notes on C A Phillips preparing for the Fourth of July and possible reentry into military service are also reported.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
A. P. Hults
Cecelia Sanford
Lawrence
Methodist Church
Dunlap
Miss McCrory
Messrs. Busch
S. Goldstein
Morris Goldstein
Morris
Lawrence Business College
Goldstein
Carthage
Vic Johnson
C. A. Phillips
Holton
Farm Ponds and Silt Control for Water Storage
Water should be delivered to ponds from the drainage area. Silt inflow reduces pond depth and may convert a pond site into soil deposits over years. Protect cultivated lands with terraces and contour farming to prevent silt buildup. fence ponds to protect dams and consider livestock water tanks below the dam. Trees around the pool aid wildlife and provide family recreation.
Contour Ridging Proves Feasible In Local Orchard
Soil Conservation Service supervised 15 600 feet of contour ridges in a Beatrice Martin orchard just north of the CCC camp area during 1988. After two heavy rains 2 5 inches fell in 48 hours with standing water 6 to 8 inches in places and most moisture absorbed elsewhere. Experts caution to obtain soils advice before attempting contour ridging where soils are porous and sandy.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
O. F. McNeel
CCC
Franklin County
Soil Conservation Service
Annabelle Identified in Alderman Love-T theft Trial
Los Angeles identifies "Annabelle" as Myrl Alderman’s female companion. Witnesses describe Alderman kissing Ruth Etting at a Hollywood grotto near NBC studios. Music copyist Martin Seligar names Annabelle Walde as an actress Alderman said he would marry after divorce.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Los Angeles
Dorothy Lamour
Myrl Alderman
Alma Alderman
Ruth Etting
Jory
Annabelle
Miss Lamour
NBC Broadcasting Studios
Alderman
Alma
Martin Seligar
Walde
Golf Schemes and a Twin Trick in Paris
In this serial installment, Roy Herring clashes with Ron Peyton over golf lessons to undermine Wilfrid. Roy discovers Ron plans a dirty scheme to pay him for teaching Wilfrid the wrong way to miss the ball, while Barbara moves about with the twins and Baskerville. The plot thickens as rival schemes rise in social circles.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mr. Herring
Barbara
Ron Peyton
Roy Herring
Ron
Mr. Peyton
Roy
Baskerville
Wilfrid
Darice
Carouse
Wilfred
Ronald
Ray
Sketches From the Capital and Memorial Day Reflections
The column reflects on a royal visit and the public reception, praising the king and queen and invoking Kipling with Lest We Forget. It notes the sorrow at Walt Mason’s death and praises his Little Green Tents as a Memorial Day token. It then moves to local notices of travel plans, church events, Alpha Chi alumnae gathering, shopping, and social visits in Baldwin.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Destiny
Kipling
Walt Mason
Kansas
Dole
Doora
Baldwin News Social and Family Notices
Edward Huey transacted business in Topeka on Monday. Mrs J A Jones and Richard Jones of Sheldon Missouri visited Miss Emily Jones on Sunday. Hubert Frazier of La Platte Nebraska spent Tuesday in Baldwin. Announcements from Prof and Mrs Albert Ivanhoff report the birth of a daughter named Amelia on June 17 in Chatham Massachusetts where they are staying with Mrs Ivanhoffs parents. Dr and Mrs James S Chubb
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Eugene
Norman
Okla
Chubb
Baxter Springs
Robert
Harold Chubb
Alva D. Chubb
Columbus
Fayetteville
Mt. Sequoiah
Thomas A. Evans
Lois Dean
Alpha Chi
Baldwin
Lawrence L
Thompson
Richard Marsh
Emil S. Liston
Lawrence
Leo Smith
Kansas City
Hugh P. Hartley
Salina
Hartley
Phil
E. V. Boardman
Evelath
Minn
Edward C. Allderdice
Green Mt. Falls
Colo
Allderdice
Colorado
Barbara Pollock
Betty Lou. Christensen
W. O. Allen
Wilmore
Earl Morris
Charles B. Merry
Webb Fenton
J. Ward Spielman
Zeta Chis
Fred Dreyer
Edward Huey
Topeka
J. A. Jones
Richard Jones
Sheldon
Emily Jones
Hubert Frazier
la Platte
Neb
Albert Ivanhoff
Chatham
Mass
Ivanhoff
Amelia
James S. Chubb
Radio Programs Broadcast Schedule for June Evenings
Radio listings show Thursday and Friday evenings with performances by Benny Goodman, Tommy Dorsey, Count Basie, Glenn Miller, Arturo Toscanini era acts, and various local orchestras. Notable programs include KMBC Kate Smith Hour, WDAF Concert Hour, WREN News and Weather, and multiple orchestral broadcasts from WREN KMBC WDAF.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Wren—Goldman
Yembc
WDA
Jimmy Allen
KMBC
WDAF
Wren
Benny Goodman
Wren—Allied Arts
Kate Smith
Rudy Vallee
Major Bowes
Dale Baxter
Columbia Symphony
Bing Crosby
Jan Savitt
Orch
KNMBC
Amos
N’ Andy
Fred Waring
Malneck
Tommy Dorsey
K.C
St. Paul
Paradise Orchestra
Bob Edge
Artie Shaw
Larry Clinton
WRIEN
Buck Rogers
ABC
NBC
Johnny
Raymond Paige
Harry Horlick
Death Valley
Grand Central Station
Guy Lombardo
Horace Heidt
WIBW
Jimmy Fidler
Glenn Miller
aAmos
Andy
Lum
Abner
IKMBC
Paradise
Isham Jones
Carlos’ Molina
Crusaders
Count Basie
Dick Jurgin
Muehlebach
Also Mentioned on This Page
John Masefield
T. M. Reg
U. S. Pat. Off
Morris Fishbein
Journal of the American Medical Association
Ter
Kate and
Gertrude Ashley
Weiser, Ida
Soil Conservation Service Notes
Paris
Edwin Rutt
NEA Service, Inc
Royalton
Augustus Hersing
Barbara Ganning
Ronald and
Bill
Chapter
U. S. Guyer
Baldwin News
Wiedemann
Stovers
Whitman
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