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Newspaper
Lawrence Journal World
Location
Lawrence, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Jun 30, 1939
Page
4
Advertisement states daily publication except Sunday and second class mail in Lawrence Kansas. It instructs readers to call office if the paper is not received by 5 PM and provides contact times and date Friday June 30 1939.
A quotation from Psalms 125 verse 1 proclaims that those who trust in the Lord are steadfast like Mount Zion, unmoved and enduring forever. The message reflects enduring religious confidence and spiritual resilience.
Walter B. Pitkin proposes a League of the Middle Class to resist tax policies seen as draining the middle class. He argues current taxes would strip the little fellow of earnings for living, education, and family security while governments expand public needs. He warns bold action is needed to preserve social security.
Foreign Secretary Lord Halifax states Britain's navy and air forces are superior and ready to deter aggression. European fears grow that Germany may seize Danzig, prompting London to present risks of another breach of peace while wary Berlin weighs a showdown.
The long discussed case targets H F McElroy former Kansas City city manager seen as central to local governance. Observers note systemic corruption and anticipate a grand jury proceeding to answer charges in the unfolding political scandal.
The process exposes how officials used a "country bookkeeping" system to divert funds to unlawful pur poses. The forces behind the scheme believed their methods would remain hidden, a fact that remains puzzling to observers.
The piece blasts proposed silver price policies as a legalized swindle aimed at forcing the government to overpay for silver. It condemns prior buys of foreign silver and criticizes Washington experts for enabling the scheme, likening it to organized crime and privilege for mining interests.
The article notes F D R’s reaction to a senate bid to curb his currency devalue power. He objected and dispatched White House aides to Congress to defeat the measure, a predictable move once power is perceived to be at stake.
Lawrence residents watched a demonstration stating this year will bring easy landings for planes with pontoon gear in Kansas. A Miami, Florida flyer landed on the river yesterday, finding water suitable for takeoff and claiming access to southern and western routes. He uses this flight to explore the former dust bowl area.
City officials signal a shift from cautious repair to tougher action on the machine cleanup. The tone moves from gradualism to readiness for stricter steps as rough work looms.
Learned economists say the country needs ways to compel venture money to become active and fund new ventures. They note many investors are waiting for returns on previous funding.
Letters argue for a declaration against accidents during a four day holiday from July 1 to 5. They cite 1937 AMA figures: 278 traffic and 146 drownings last Fourth, plus many fireworks injuries. Advice covers child supervision, careful driving, shorter trips, and water safety with tips from Red Cross officials and notable commentators.
Sherman Rogers urges ending bitter labor opposition to allow constructive leaders to rise. K. T. Keller states no job loss due to age at Chrysler. The piece comments that Shakespeare endures in readers' hearts.
Aviators study temporary blindness during rapid turns at high speed. Gravity effects cause blurred vision and a blue haze before blackout, with symptoms easing after 12 to 15 seconds. Solutions include forward bending, adjustable seats, tight belts, and inhaling carbon dioxide to raise blood pressure.
Royalton Herring plots with Barbara Ganning to derail Wilfrid and Ronald Peyton in a caper set at the Ganning estate. Roy woos Barbara while navigating a fragile alliance, promising to act if she grants a reward, as the chapter ends with a kiss and a cliffhanger.
Mary Elizabeth Ward Anderson born March 22 1862 in New York died June 28 1939. She moved to Kansas as a child, grew up near Eudora, lived in Lawrence, married Howard C. Anderson on February 14 1888, and had one daughter Sadie Shields. She joined the Baptist church 60 years ago and was a Rebekah. She leaves a husband a daughter a brother James A Ward of Parkville Missouri two granddaughters and several nieces and nephews.
Miss Dorothy Blackmar of Lawrence elected professor of French and head of foreign language departments at Southwestern College in Winfield. Several social events honor Miss Lois Amick and others. Notables include a new baby, planned weddings, travels to Berkeley and Woodland Park, and appointments at Drury College and the University of Wisconsin.
Rev G B Thompson of Chattanooga Tenn chosen as student pastor for the Methodist church. Miss Mary West of St Louis chosen English teacher in the high school. Lawrence Federated Brotherhoods push to remove bells from ice cream wagons on Sunday. Registrar Foster adds voucher clerk and bookkeeper to R U office. Karl Klooz appointed. Miss Vivian Strahm to Kansas City lab in bacteriology. A Graeber buys four new boats for river use, total 14 boats. Engagement of Miss Bertie Wieman to Mr H C G Treworgy of the area announced.
Forty years ago Theodore Charlton suffered facial burns from a toy cannon explosion. The Vector Suspender Co. displays elaborate window work at 744 Massachusetts Street. Chancellor Snow and wife plan to visit Milwaukee and the eastern shore of Lake Michigan for a summer trip. Albert Guffer hosted a stag party in Ottawa with about 50 guests. he will wed Minnie Hoffman of Burlington, Kansas, on Wednesday. D G Rowland and family traveled east this morning. Miss Mary Talbot heads to California for summer. North Lawrence reports dusty, dry roads as bicyclists detour along the railroad.
Lyndon marks its 70th anniversary with a July 4th celebration featuring a historic floats parade. A ball game pits the Pottawatomie Indians against the Osage City Chiefs, followed by an aerial fireworks show and entertainment by local groups. The evening center is a Brush Creek Follies hillbilly jamboree in the ball park.
Mrs Glendora Pope a 45 year old carpenter's wife was a mother for the seventeenth time in Scranton Pa. A seven pound boy was born yesterday making fourteen of the children still living. Mrs Pope is three years younger than her husband.
President Nelson P. Horn visits Topeka Thursday as part of regional activity. A Baldwin gathering includes Mr and Mrs Ho bart Thompson and Fred Campbell of Belton with their son Max a Baker University student. Dr G M Liston says Dr Virgil E Brown of Wichita will join his Baldwin practice after July 1 following his Baker University degree and KU medical training.
Radio listings for Friday June 30 to Sunday July 2 show hourly programs across WREN KMBC WDAF WIBW WDAE and more. The slate includes music orchestras bands dramas news newscasts and variety acts with times ranging from 5:30 p.m. to after midnight and multiple repeats across stations.
Several Baldwin residents are noted in social and church circles. Bettyanne Atherton of Emporia visits Baldwins Dream Haven. George Plummer's funeral drew Charles E Beeks. families travel to California for reunion and to Lawrence for a district meeting. former Baker graduates E Moore visit. extended community guests attend Lake Baldwin picnic and various dinners and visits.
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