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Newspaper

Lawrence Journal World

Location

Lawrence, Kansas, United States of America

Date

Jun 30, 1941

Page

4

A Rule for Success in Joshua 1 8

A verse from Joshua 1 8 exhorts meditating on the book of the law day and night to observe its commands. It promises prosperity and success to those who follow its guidance.

The Right of Petition Swings in Farming Grievances

The article argues farmers seek government-backed guarantees but see themselves taxed and controlled by officials. Petitions expose distrust of bureau commissars who claim actions serve farmers’ good, while farmers feel harmed. It notes the farmer’s dependence grew from prior political promises and misused ballot choices.

Bureau

Flash Floods Hit Eastern Kansas Roads

The piece notes that flash floods, once rare in eastern Kansas, have affected highways 24 and 40 between here and Topeka last week. It suggests cloudburst activity is increasing and that temporary road closures highlight broader impacts, including anticipated groundwater effects.

Kansas Southwest Topeka

Will It Stop There 100 Billion Debt Forecast

The article questions how high US debt will rise as experts warn the public debt could reach 100 billion dollars. A financial forecaster says the pace may not slow until that level, though laymen doubt why 100 billion would cap the growth.

United States

William Allen White and the era he shaped in Emporia

William Allen White’s early career with Lawrence papers and Vernon Kellogg links him to the Sage of Emporia era. The narrative hints at his interactions with Lane and Robinson partisans during formative political struggles.

William Allen White E. U Lawrence Vernon Kellogg Emporia Lane Robinson

The Bowersock Catfish Farm Historia of Lawrence

The piece recounts a fanciful history linking Lawrence Kansas steamboat navigation on the Kaw to a catfish farm run by Mr. Bowersock. It claims catfish crossbreed to a Maltese saber toothed form that damaged steamboats, inspired Civil War era craft, and influenced voting patterns after a dam altered the river.

Lawrence White Kaw Lawrence’ Journal Lawrence Journal Bowersock Kansas Cleveland Ohio Forces of Freedom Missouri

The Battle of the East Draw Hopes for Enduring Stalemate

The fighting has massive scale with thousands of tanks planes and millions of soldiers making exact outcomes impossible to predict. Many Americans hope the conflict could extend into extra rounds and end in a draw benefiting the world at large.

Calls for Reform of Selective Service Exam Process

After six months with the selective service act the article argues for improvements. It focuses on initial examinations for army service and urges revised procedures to better weed out unfit men at their home stations.

Invasion Threat Mocked by Parsons Sun Poet

George Ever of the Parsons Sun jokes that if Hitler invades via Scotland the British will unite and resist while chaque parachute drop yields material for many bagpipes, reflecting satirical wartime commentary.

Hitler British Isles Scotland George Ever Parsons Sun

Broomstick Skirts Highlight Augusta Gaze Spectacle

Chanute Tribune notes Augusta Gazette contrasts borrowed Indian fashion with local girls in bright broomstick skirts and white blouses while pondering what Indians wear in tepees, reflecting cultural stereotypes in a brief social item.

Augusta Gazette Chanute Tribune

Sugar daddy label sparks debate on exploitation

In a Belleville Telescope editorial, the term sugar daddy is challenged as a misnomer like crystallized sap, inviting reflection on power dynamics and financial arrangements in relationships. The piece questions sensational labels and urges clearer understanding of the social implications.

Belleville

Edwin S Young Named Officer Candidate at Fort Benning

First Sgt Edwin S Young of Lawrence Kansas with Company M 137th Infantry was named an officer candidate Friday and assigned to the infantry school at Fort Benning Georgia.

Ed Young Georgia

Townsend plan praised as humane wartime foresight

Irving C. Pierce argues that Dr. Francis E Townsend’s proposal for a pay as you go pension program funded by $6 billion annually would avert economic collapse. He says critics who branded Townsend a crackpot are proven wrong by wartime needs and prosperity.

Fifth Street No Minneapolis Minn Journal-World Washington Stacy May OPM Bureau of Research and Statistics United States Francis E. Townsend America Townsend Dr. Townsend Irving C. Pierce

Soviet Counterattack in Russo German Battle Near Minsk

The war column notes a major Red Army counter-attack on the Polish front after a heavy German assault. German reports claim encirclement of two Soviet armies near Minsk with 400000 men, while Moscow says panzer divisions lack support. The outcome could determine whether Russia falls in six weeks or fights for months.

Red Army Bialystok Moscow Minsk London Pinsk Pripet Russia

21 Year Olds to Sign for Selective Service Now

Washington reports the army plans to call about 50 000 selective service trainees monthly in the last half of 1941. Some 21 year olds must register tomorrow, with 16 500 000 men already having signed up since October 1. Registration hours are 7 am to 9 pm local time.

Washington Cpi Army Selective Service Army High Command Roosevelt William D. Hassett Hassett High Command Congress Air Corps George C. Marshall Hemisphere

Wiley Post and Gatty Near End Of World Flight

Wiley Post and Harold Gatty head toward Edmonton Alberta as their round the world flight nears completion. The piece notes Wheat futures weakness on the Kansas City market and local price drops from two years and a year ago. It also covers Lawrence city heat hazards at the country club and other assorted local items.

Wiley Post Harold Gatty Alaska Edmonton Alberta Kansas City Lawrence Country Club E. E. Alexander George Lowman Round Corner Indiana Lawrence Emil Liston Cascade Colo Fillmore Miss Lewis Baldwin North Seventh Street Robert Guest Harold W. Guest Robert Oscar the Alma Nichols Waterville University of Kansas Floy Liston Philip Barnthouse Dorothy Ann Wichita Barnthouse Samuel A. Deel Frank E. Wolf Dodge City Kansas Mr. Wolf Baker Denver Wolf Rotary International Baldwin Club Benjamin van Peters Lawrence Stevenson Louisville Charles Simrock W. H. Webster Loren Rapier South Ninth Street Stanley Flickinger Baldwin Rotary Club Nelson P. Horn Thomas A. Evans Lawrence L. Thompson William Hobbs, Sr

Mexican foreign office memo replies to long standing issue

The Mexican foreign office released a memorandum in response to a twenty five year dispute. The note addresses diplomatic strains and reaffirms official positions on the contentious matter as authorities seek avenues for dialogue.

Holiday driving warned as mass travel looms

The National Safety Council warns motorists to drive with extra caution this weekend. From January to June 1 this year 13 760 people died in auto accidents, about 2 000 more than the same period in 1940, and 475 more fatalities are projected during the upcoming three day Fourth of July exodus with 80 000 000 cars expected on the highways.

Chicago National Safety Council Holiay

Paderewski Dies in New York at 80

Ignacy Jan Paderewski, 80, famed pianist and first president of Poland, died after a two day illness of pneumonia at the Hotel Buckingham. He had recently appeared in public to raise funds for starving Poles, despite his doctors orders. His sister Mme Antoinina Wilkowska, Dr Asa L Lincoln, and aide Sylvian Starackacz were at his side.

New York Ignacy Jan Paderewski Polish Republic Buckingham Mme Antonina Wilkowska Asa L. Lincoln Sylvian Starackacz

Offices Move at University of Kansas Plan

The University of Kansas will relocate college, business and graduate school offices to new suites in Frank Strong Hall next fall. Remodeling aims to fit offices opposite the chancellor and beside the expanded conference room, freeing former practice rooms for other use.

College University of Kansas Frank Strong School of Fine Arts Hoch Auditorium Frank Stronghall

Dr Wall to Open Bible Campaign Tuesday Night

Dr I R Wall former Calvary Baptist Fresno leader and American Constitution League founder opens a Back to the Bible campaign at Eriksen hall 934 Massachusetts Street Tuesday night at 7 30. Benn Underwood sacred concert artists will lead music and art. Topics include New World Orders and A New Gospel For a New Age with emphasis on prophecy.

I. R. Wall Calvary Baptist Church Fresno Cal American Constitution League Eriksen Hall Massachusetts Street Benn Underwood Wall Dies Committee Bertrand Russell New York City College Los Angeles University of California At

Actor Pledges Salary for U S O Charity

Edward G. Robinson pledged 100000 from his next film as a down payment on being American. The amount, his entire salary, will go to United Service Organizations announced by Ed ward Arnold at a Hollywood bowl star show for USC.

Hollywood CPI Edward G. Robinson Edward Arnold Motion Picture Permanent Charities Committee Robinson United Service Organizations U.S.C Hollywood Bowl

Hodgson Elected Leader of Kansas Young Democrats

Arthur Hodgson Lyons attorney is now acting president of the Kansas Young Democrats. He was secretary and advanced by the executive committee to succeed Michael Seltzer who resigned to take a federal position.

Art Hodgson Topeka Arthur Hodgson Lyons The Kansas Young Democrats Hodgson Michael Seltzer Seneca

Parisian Night Club舞台情人线索引人入场

In a bustling Parisian Night Club the crowd thrives amid laughter, perfume, and glittering lights. Lita Damson and Jerry Lane perform a famed Latin dance while a growing tension hints at a fading romance with Ruth and Ken Richards entering the scene. The piece hints at a turbulent affair beyond the applause.

Jim Coon Lita Damson Jerry Lane Lita Jerry

Sunshine club notes and local visits in Topeka

Mrs Leo Potts and children and Mrs Russell Worley visited Topeka Friday for shopping. The Sunshine club met at Mrs Grace Smith's home with flag pledges, roll call, vacation hints, bingo, and prizes for Worley, Rothwell, Barbara Worley, Joe Smith, Miller, Crady, and Potts. Guests included Barbara Worley and the Potts party from Brush Cole. Dainty refreshments were served at United Brethren church.

Leo Potts Russell Worley Betty Jean Topeka Sunshine Club Grace Smith Mable Rothwell Barbara Worley Joe Smith John Miller Margaret Crady Marylyn Miller

Radio Schedule Highlights Kansas City Stations

A dense listing of programs across WREN KMBC WDAF and allied stations for Monday evening June and Tuesday July 4. It lists hours from 5:30 PM to 12:00 AM with shows including News segments weather reports orchestras dramas comedies baseball and variety programs featuring hosts and acts such as Gene Carroll Ted Steele Gordon Jenkins and Bobby Byrne.

WRIEN KMBC Mandrake WDAF Linwood Cavaliers Wren KAIBC Dr. I. Q Basin St N.B.C Ted Steele Nickel Man Kialbc Guy Lombardo Orch Gordon Jenkins Blondia Cavalcade of America Kansas City Amos and Andy Fred Waring Lanny Ross Howard and Shelton Lincoln Orch Magic of Music Paul Sullivan Gabriel Heatter Joey Kearn Wdaf—Orchestra Bobby Byrnes Miir Hearth Weather Man Muehlebach Or AP News Kmbc—Press News Emile Petii Ceasar Petrillo Bob Strong Joe Marsala United Press News IKMBC Cavaliers Wdaf—Star H. C. Lodge, Jr Grand Central Glenn Miler Bob Hope WDAI Johnny Presents U.S Charles Spivak Bobby Byrne Chuck Foster

Community notices from a Kansas town summer schedule

Local groups announce meetings and activities in July including Home Makers at Mrs Marshall Gray July 15 and Sunshine club at Mrs Rose Smith July 9 with a Declaration of Independence theme. Church groups host ice cream socials and quilting sessions at United Brethren venues.

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