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Newspaper
Lawrence Journal World
Location
Lawrence, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Mar 08, 1940
Page
4
A short biblical quotation references 4 Corinthians 8 6, asserting monotheistic praise to the Father through Jesus Christ. The text emphasizes unity of all things in God and in Christ within Christian belief.
A house committee urges seventeen point revision to labor act enforcement and act changes. It argues the new system would recognize both sides in disputes and separate the labor board functions of judge jury and executioner. The proposed overhaul is described as revolutionary compared with current quasi judicial procedures.
The Queen Elizabeth appeared in New York Harbor unexpectedly, prompting mixed commentary. Britain defends safeguarding silence while Germany portrays the voyage as a flight. Observers note dockage costs as wartime insurance and speculate on the uncompleted Queen Mary’s role.
Sweden weighs self interest and philanthropy in pushing for talks to end the Finn land Russia war. An extended conflict risks Sweden's own security as a full Finnish victory would push Russians closer to Swedish borders. Negotiations could start if Finns fear eventual conquest, but many unknown factors remain.
The piece argues Russians might accept partial Finnish concessions if full conquest proves too costly, and questions Sweden about whether belligerents share this view and could reach a peace agreement to halt the fighting.
Washington sees growing protest as census questions spark public backlash. Citizens push back against government overreach, arguing Americans value privacy and local control. Senate protests add fuel as mail volume rises in opposition.
A WPA crew unearthed the tusks of a hairy mammoth in Pennsylvania. The find underscores the unexpected byproducts of public works and echoes TVA dam claims about valuable marble deposits later flooded by reservoir waters.
A writer in the latest case claims he owns a gold mine and sought funds to develop it, presenting an unusual motive for sending extortion letters. The report notes the oddity of leveraging mineral ownership as leverage.
The Kansas City Kansan recalls a 1288 Scottish statute granting a maiden liberty to propose to a man who refuses. Punishment would be a fine of one pound. The note wonders about any new laws on courtship and suggests a closed season for bachelors.
Monday begins a Lawrence drive as volunteers collect money to sustain the Social Service League for the coming year. League officers include Mrs. Fred J. Boyles president Frank M. Holliday vice president Mrs. C. E. Lindley secretary and Mrs. G. C. L. De Watteville treasurer.
Pending revisions to the Hatch anti polities law would limit political actions by thousands of state county and municipal employees funded in part by federal money. The bill targets officials connected to federally funded projects and non policy staff, with penalties up to 1000 dollars fine or one year in prison.
British scientists say they developed an electric girdle to counter German magnetic mines after three months work. The device encircles the upper deck with an energized wire to render ships non magnetic, neutralizing mines triggered by steel hulls. The Queen Elizabeth wore one belt in New York and hundreds of ships have been equipped.
The South China headquarters announced the occupation of Chungshan, 50 miles south of Canton, by a Japanese expedition that advanced from the Pearl River delta three days earlier. Chungshan is revered as Sun Yat Sen's birthplace, and observers note the move may target before Sun Yat Sen's death anniversary on March 12.
Jess Willard lands in Los Angeles and plans a week there before sailing to Havana to meet Jack Johnson for the heavyweight title. Mrs. Anna Mary Burnett dies in Lawrence. Erma Gottstein weds Herve Hoskin in a March 3 ceremony at the bride’s home. Edison reports a midnight laboratory fire averted by firemen. Vice President Marshall attends Pan American exposition dedication March 20. Union of Democratic Control forms in Britain to shape peace terms and future sovereignty. Boys Club to elect officers tomorrow night at the Y M C A building.
The county commissioners seek mortgages of record as hundreds of dollars in mortgages held by local parties in eastern names are noted. A resident sought medicine for Ladysmith and learned Buller was out. Hazel Kelsey returns from Leavenworth wedding. Faculty approves a ten day baseball trip with two games against the Kansas City Blues, pending expenses. Lee Journal quotes Sir Henry Stanley on South Africa war ending around July 1. Weaver returns from Chicago with a varied purchase, weather left out.
Prepared by De Garus Glenn Atkins for the Federal Council of the Churches of Christ in America this 1940 prayer notes on human nature and popularity. It reflects on shifting success among leaders and seeks grace to accept altered estates without jealousy, asking for wisdom and peace in changing circumstances.
Mary Alyce Cox visits Warrensburg college this semester. Alumni events include a Baker dinner in Hiawatha. Families plan moves to Los Angeles and a Kansas ranch. Saint Patrick’s party and club meetings reflect town social life. Obituaries note Florence Fenner and Mary E. Miller. Funeral services for C P Dorsey and Leonard W. Waring reflect Baker ties and local church history. Classifieds invite extra cash through Journal World ads.
In a city hotel, Ann navigates a liquor fueled party with Steve Claybourne and Clara Brooks. Police briefly intervene when Steve is questioned, but the trio escapes. Clara returns home shaken while Ann contemplates lessons learned about behavior and social circles.
Belleview residents hosted and visited relatives from Lawrence and Kansas City. The ball of gatherings includes Madi family guests from Los Angeles planning a Baldwin area home, the Zook family moving to Franklin district, and visits to Lyndon and St. Margaret's hospital in Kansas City.
A dense list of radio programs across WREN KMBC WDAF and other stations for Friday and Sunday dates. It catalogs hosts episodes music orchestras, sports, news, weather forecasts and special programs with many named acts and times.
A reader notes that 76 percent of subscribers read the classified page every day, highlighting its strong daily engagement and value for listings and notices.
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