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Newspaper
Lawrence Journal World
Location
Lawrence, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Mar 05, 1941
Page
4
A devotional note cites Hebrews 1 14 asking if angels are not all ministering spirits sent to serve those who will inherit salvation The verse is presented as a reflection on heavenly beings aiding heirs of salvation.
Lawrence McDaniel the Democratic gubernatorial candidate petitions contesting the November vote alleging a 30 000 vote majority for himself but a 3500 margin awarded to his opponent. The case has drawn attention from a sympathetic Missouri legislature which had explored seating McDaniel outside normal channels. Question remains if McDaniel can prove widespread election irregularities.
The article argues government spokesmen claim defense plants must run, yet strikes disrupt production. It notes cited inconsistencies from Washington leaders who downplay strikes while stressing plant operation as essential. The piece critiques prioritizing politics over output.
The piece notes labor unrest centered on Ford not allowing racketeers in its plants to skim wages. It highlights Ford's policy that workers keep all wages without dues for the privilege of employment. The column casts dues collectors as targeting Ford for setting a bad example.
A survey of 100 large companies shows federal taxes rose by more than 100 percent in 1940, taking about 38 percent of after tax income versus 18 percent in 1989. Analysts note tax increases did not reduce the national deficit as government spending rose faster than tax revenue.
Nazi rulers in Holland compel all civilians to render state service and bar job changes, equating the measure with slavery. The decree cloak labels the move as acceptable state policy while tightening control over the populace.
British war authorities plan to concentrate productive capacity by merging some factories and closing others. The move mirrors wartime steps Germany took at the war’s outset, reclassifying many peace-time luxuries as nonessential during the conflict. The aim is to sustain essential war work amid austerity.
A dispatch reports an elderly farmer spent fourteen years in a Kansas jail for refusing to pay costs in a court case. Described as eccentric and prone to using a shotgun in disputes, he did not belong in jail by the stated reason, yet the community felt he should not be at large.
Activity in the Balkans may avert an invasion of Britain this spring. Hitler plans to strike one victim at a time and avoids twofront war by persuading Turkey to stay out for now while he waits his turn.
The government orders freeze Bulgarian assets in the United States to deter German seizure and to enforce wartime policy toward nations overrun by Nazi forces. Germany is not waging war with American credits held by conquered people under blitzkrieg.
Charles Young, Westphalia banker and state Democratic chairman, gave a Topeka speech attacking Governor Ratner with scurrilous language. The Topeka papers and the Associated Press refused to print it, and state committee folders may be printed for distribution. Lyons Democrats criticize Young's management and fear Bill Burke as an aggressive personal critic.
April Burnett aims to persuade April to not testify at tomorrow's trial. Ann awaits news at the Carter mansion as Kent and Great Aunt Elizabeth Carter prepare for court. April contemplates her visit and the impact on Ann while pondering the looming 9 o'clock proceedings.
In a tense scene April struggles to call her family after a threatened confrontation with Kent at the station. Kent presses her to talk, recalling a past injury and a protective resolve as the moment of truth approaches in this serialized drama.
Dr and Mrs John C Warnock travel from Baldwin to Terra Haute Marion and Detroit for dentist lectures and family visits. On return Dr Warnock speaks in Chicago. trip lasts about ten days.
Dewitt Mackenzie argues the Dardanelles is the pivotal choke point linking the Black Sea and the Mediterranean. He notes Bolshevik and Nazi moves, Turkish diplomacy, and Soviet and German aims to control the strait, suggesting imminent broader war between Russia and Germany.
Late this afternoon a disorderly scene erupted as party leaders clashed over proposed policy changes. Cheers and jeers mingled with applause as discussions intensified, reflecting old time fervor within the party on whether to modify the record.
Miss Marjorie Kennedy and Miss Florence Hyre traveled to Kansas City for a weekend with plans to attend the Russian ballet Saturday night. A Danish newspaper features Herr Naumann urging U S neutrality in the war, warning against new enemies. A baby carriage regulation discussion notes lamps for night safety but requires pushers to light the pram. Josephine Schwartz hosted a birthday party with Edna Dolecheck and others, including Miss Patton and Miss Spicer, plus several gentlemen. A Simons home party yielded prizes for Lucile Tibbals and Fred Olson with guests listed.
In a major selective service movement 525 Kansas and Nebraska army trainees departed Fort Leavenworth for Camp Roberts near San Miguel California.
Wichita Army induction center will close tonight and all Kansas selective service trainers will report to the induction center at Fort Leavenworth. The move consolidates processing and directs personnel to Fort Leavenworth for future operations.
Forty years ago the senate approved a five million appropriation for the St. Louis exposition, ending plans for a shared split with Charleston and Buffalo. Douglas County faces no fall election as the biennial law passes, keeping current officers in place. Miss Mildred Hall assists as bookkeeper at Poehler Mercantile. Fred and Mrs Clarke celebrated a wedding anniversary with a surprise party. a city hall telephone line was ordered. Miss Florence Clarke hosted the Ventura club.
Daily Journal World readers are invited to place or browse ads on the classified page. Prospective buyers and sellers meet regularly, with readers urged to call 22 to reach an Ad-Taker and list items for sale or trade.
The article notes 1806 British invasion failed to defend against a viceroy’s retreat in Argentina. Saavedra’s heroism boosted his rise to leadership of the patriot junta and the 1810 revolution. Jacques Liniers led Argentine forces, driving the English from Buenos Aires and shaping early independence efforts.
Corliss Misses Mary Kitty and Nora Le Sueur of Olathe attended with a basket dinner and cake for Jasper Le Sueur's 34th wedding anniversary on February 27. Mrs. Robert Turner of De Soto visited Mrs. Dent and Mr. Dent last Friday. The column “Too Late to Classify” offers nightly reading pleasure.
A dense list of Kansas City radio programs and hosts for March 5 6 shows, including KMBC WDAF WREN and WREN lineups. Entries cover music news weather and talks with names such as Tom Mix Fred Waring Xavier Cugat and John B Kennedy.
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