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Newspaper
Lawrence Journal World
Location
Lawrence, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Mar 11, 1940
Page
4
A biblical quotation from John 14 21 contrasts keeping commandments with God’s love and Jesus revealing himself to the faithful, emphasizing divine affection and revelation for those who follow.
Europe weighs reports of a possible end to the Russia Finland war with talks shrouded in secrecy. Analysts debate whether a temporary truce or a doomed settlement looms, while Finnish defenses around Viipuri endure weeks longer than expected despite uncertain terms.
As snow melts in Kansas the first green shows in city parks, with dandelions driving the early crop. The hardy weed appears to have begun growing beneath the snow and promises a robust season, despite drought or other conditions. Homeowners prepare for the annual lawn display contest during the spring evenings.
Private talks with Swedish leaders reveal a condition for allowing allied troop passage to aid Finland. Sweden would favor neutrality but would commit only if a substantial force, an army corps or more, entered. A token presence would not be acceptable to alter the war’s outcome.
The passage argues that aiding the Finns would invite reprisals from totalitarian powers, a condition Swedes want allies to accept. It suggests the era of talk is ending and calls for immediate action if support is to occur.
The Kansas City political machine strikes back with grand jury indictments against the state controlled chief of police and leaders of the anti machine movement. The action reads as retaliation and a last minute device reflecting machine desperation.
Sumner Welles guides postwar discussions on trade arrangements with France as a key to future peace. The State Department chief says peace hinges on proper trade relations, while recognizing many factors in world growth cannot be controlled or foreseen.
Coffeyville Journal criticizes U.S. gold policy linking gold exports to wartime support for Japan and other aggressors. The piece accuses the nation of hypocrisy by allowing wartime trade with allies while denying Finland the ability to buy war material.
A copied Durban News note from Natal South Africa reports police will take strict action against double parking motorists starting the day after tomorrow. Jack Harris comments on the small world connection.
In Lawrence, R. C Rankin and Bill Ellis seek the mayor's office with Frank Godding and Frank M. Holliday also noted in the field. A fire destroyed Kirby lunch building and South End garage roof. Taft received military burial in Arlington.
Twenty five years ago the mayor, Francisco, led the ticket by 185 votes in the primary, placing him as candidate for a second term. The result highlighted early support for continuity in city leadership.
Ann Brown, an orphan, shares a tense evening with Paul Hayden at the city shop and Garfield Park. She glimpses possible love and better prospects as Clara and others loom in the shabby world around them. A hinted wedding ring and temptations of romance contrast with hard poverty and uncertain futures.
Marion Ellet surveys Washington intrigues and media rumors linking Roosevelt Farley and Woodring. He warns the public to watch for contradictions and slips in official statements as the Democratic split deepens and campaign tactics unfold.
A fragment notes that forty years ago Eugene Debs had consented to some action. The readable portion offers no clear detail on the event or outcome.
Miss Elizabeth Henderson, cousin of Mrs Franklin D Roosevelt, reportedly told classmates she will not return for her senior year next fall because the Roosevelts will not be in the White House all winter. The 17 year old tied Mary Madeira's Virginia school to her decision. she resides in Stamford Connecticut.
Carl J Batliner of Kansas City forfeited a $25 bond in police court this morning for failure to appear on a charge of being drunk.
A 10 cent brown stamp honors Booker T. Washington in the Famous Americans series. First day sale is set for April 7 at Tuskegee Institute in Alabama. Washington, born a slave in 1856, built Tuskegee into a major institution with a large endowment.
Sedgwick county Republicans pledged the 84 member delegation to back Tom Johnson for a Kansas seat at the national convention. Johnson defeated W O D Jochems 109 to 77 for the endorsement, while Landon backed John Hamilton and George M. Houston for at large delegates. Stewart of Sumner county also seeks support from Wellington.
Twelve Lawrence students appear on the University of Kansas honor rolls for the last semester from the Schools of Business Education and Engineering. Names include Winifred Jameson Ellis B Barnhill Hugh Bruner Roger Montgomery Stanley Porter Thomas Sweeney Virginia Bell Eugene Billups Mickie Learnard Carpenter Thomas Louise Polson and Edward Mishou.
Long list of social visits and gatherings in Hopewell and Independence charts a week of showers dinners and club meetings. Residents including Mrs Drexel Tucker Mrs Marie Ford and many neighbors attend misc events share recipes and advice while visiting relatives and attending community functions.
A dense listing of radio programs across KMBC WREN WDAF WREN on Monday March 11 and Tuesday March 12, detailing songs, dramas, news, and variety shows. Notable items include Bud Barton and Sherlock Holmes adventures, Green Hornet, Amos and Andy, and Glenn Miller broadcasts alongside theatre and orchestra features.
Doris Winters attended a bridal shower hosted by Sally Miskimen at her Vinland area home last Thursday evening in honor of Mrs. Clarence Hubbard. The Thompson residence was moved to the Mrs. Herschell Merchant farm in the Merchant community where Mr. Lucas has rented property.
Lawrence residents A Anderson and J Hughey hosted Sunday suppers. Pettengill family visits noted amid flu illness. Community meeting featured music and sketches with committees named for future events. Visitors from Lawrence and Linwood listed. several locals ill or relocating.
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