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Newspaper
Lawrence Journal World
Location
Lawrence, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Mar 14, 1940
Page
4
Small religious card shows a Bible verse citation Romans 10 13 printed with 3 13 and $2 60 values and a note about calling upon the Lord for salvation. The item resembles a devotional keepsake or church sale piece from a historical publication.
The article notes Finland’s defense delayed a Russian invasion but accepts that the Moscow agreement seals a defeat. It says Finland retains government and national existence, though lost territory and strategic points will erode as Russia advances. Propaganda and future concessions loom over Finland’s remaining holdings.
The Lawrence Chamber of Commerce hosted the eighth annual rural acquaintance smoker at Haskell Tuesday evening. Nearly 1,000 men from town and surrounding community attended despite stormy weather, renewing acquaintances and enjoying the program. The event has grown from small beginnings to near capacity, reflecting strong local unity and countywide community cooperation.
The British cabinet faced immediate parliamentary pressure after Finland's surrender. Allies proposed an expeditionary force, but its rejection hurt British prestige and disappointed Britons who supported harsher northern war efforts. The efficiency of British delay versus Berlin Moscow tactics is debated with arguments on blockade policy and missed chances for aid.
Another major figure linked to the Kansas City group has fallen before a federal court investigation. The development signals continued scrutiny of the organization as authorities advance their inquiry.
Judge Reeves rejected Murray's defense that large sums received from Boss Pendergast and others were gifts exempt from taxation. The court found him guilty of income tax evasion. The case highlights how unreported large incomes granted access to public funds and raises public interest in enforcement against hidden wealth.
The piece argues Germans mock British plans to use Finland like Poland while noting broader uncertainty over who are the real buffoons. It suggests Poland’s invasion sparked a larger war, Finland’s course helps Russia in the Baltic, and Russia’s red army is overrated versus a first class power.
The Daily Mercury marks twenty five years since Fay N Seaton bought and merged the Evening Mercury and the Weekly Republic. In that period Manhat tan and the paper’s town grew from 7 000 to 11 000, with a stronger newspaper serving the community.
The United States will provide the planned loan to Finland to repair war damage and aid civilian relief. American efforts to assist Finland will continue as wartime suffering persists, while precautions remain to ensure funds are not misused for future aggression by Russia.
Income tax returns must be placed in the mails by Friday of this week. The usual practice may be reversed and little Johnny may have a chance to help Dad with his homework.
The essay ponders Seabiscuit’s retirement after a storied career. It contrasts his racing spirit with retirement, recalling Holmes and thorebreds, and questions whether a horse that thrived on conflict can accept a peaceful pasture.
D F Smith and Walter Nieder rescued dying catfish from a drying slough near Lawrence and relocated about eight thousand fish to a spring fed lake owned by the Lone Star Rod and Gun club. The effort followed rapid drying of the slough northeast of the city.
Twenty five years ago Paris faced stray dogs as war by product with about fifteen daily taken to the pound as owners could not feed them. Snow melted slowly leaving bad streets and mud carried on by vehicles. In Lawrence Kansas Miss Maurine Firestone hosted a party at the Bowersock with chaperones Mrs. Firestone and Mrs. Mackey and guests including Matilda Finch and others. The Allemania club held an informal dance at Ecke's with chaperones Professor Hood and Mrs. Hale Cook. The TBC club at the high school gave a farewell surprise party for Margaret Wolfe with members Maude Elliott and others.
Miss Hortense Harris soprano from Miss Irene Peabody's studio will present a program of songs on station KFKU Friday at 6 15 PM Winifred Hill accompanies The program includes Le Nil Zueignung Liesclave When I Travel and other titles The piece comes from Ernest Charles Bantock and Richard Strauss Gettysburg Pa March 14 Luther Smith likely won t help with eighth grade homework long r after a spelling bee in which his daughter placed first and he came in second
Forties-era notes report the U S government offering mediation to Britain at the behest of Presidents Kruger and Steyn to achieve peace in South Africa, with expectations the offer will be declined. Nearby items note Lake View club directors reelected A D Weaver Eben Baldwin and Professor Dudie, plus local business and social updates.
Jerome Beatty and wife Dorothea travel around the world to chronicle Americans doing remarkable things abroad. The book Amerikans All Over traces a 15 month, 46 500 mile journey with vivid sketches from Europe Africa the Near East the Far East and beyond drawing new readers to lively personalities and travel notes.
A stamp set marks the 25th anniversary of the Panama Canal highlighting Gatun Dam and Madden Dam. Gatun Dam creates Gatun Lake to stabilize the 24 mile ship channel and supplies water and hydro power for the locks. Madden Dam raises the upper Chagres into Madden Lake to keep Gatun Lake full in drought.
A fragmented message promotes selling extra house items through Jourhal world classifieds with a call to call a phone number for extra cash. It reads as informal guidance to use the service.
Ann Brown, an orphan, enjoys a party night with Paul Hayden, a stockroom boy, after Steve Claybourne's drunken harassment. Paul gives Ann a silver link belt with a tiny key and they share a tender, dawn walk in Garfield Park before returning to routine life, as the moment fades to memory.
George Mignot of Gypsum City visited his sister in law Mrs Hanna Pfleger. Norma Jean Steinbring stayed with grandparents in Lawrence. Albert Steinbring and son Wesley visited William Wheeler family in Kansas City. Several residents attended Gone With the Wind in Lawrence. Wayne Vitt and Norma Jean Steinring were dinner guests of the Dyers in Kansas City. Mrs Brisbion and Minnie Cook left Topeka and Blue Rapids after a week with Dolpho French’s family. Mrs William Reetz hosted relatives for dinner at Worden as Michael Young celebrated his ninety ninth birthday. Local families hosted dinners and visited churches and gatherings in Linwood, Eudora, Pleasant Grove, and Lawrence.
A dense listing of station programming shows, with multiple networks and acts. It notes Allen Roths Orch KMBC Smilin Ed McConnell WDAF Jack Armstrong and many others across 5:30 to 6:15 and beyond, including weather forecasts and special features.
George Davis and Mr and Mrs Otto Witt attended the funeral of Davis sister Mrs Miller in Edgerton on Saturday. Mr and Mrs Dolpho French visited Mr and Mrs Robert Schellack Sunday evening. Mr and Mrs William Reetx and daughter Lorene visited Fred Leiweike of Evening Star last Tuesday afternoon. Read the Journal-World classifieds for bargains.
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