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Newspaper
Lawrence Journal World
Location
Lawrence, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Mar 21, 1939
Page
4
A biblical verse from Matthew warns that anyone harming a child who believes in Jesus would face severe judgment, likening it to a millstone tied around the neck and drowned in the sea. The passage emphasizes grave accountability for harming innocents.
Observers warn that Hitler plans to annex Memel from Lithuania with official consent, avoiding force and portraying the transfer as Lithuania’s act. The move could signal repeated land grabs justified by “owners” requests, while Chamberlain's front seeks to counter without provoking a broader clash.
The Kansas Senate completed action to abolish the token system, a pledge linked to Governor Ratner's campaign and Republican platform. The method to replace it will be devised by merchants and the state tax commission, with a July 1 deadline for junking tokens and launching the new collection arrangement.
United States and other powers refuse to recognize Germany’s liquidation of Czechoslovakia as lawful. The article notes the broad objection to Hitler’s actions and suggests he may not heed the international response.
The article argues Hitler justified expansion by claiming to protect German populations, noting debate over whether the powers or the army pushed his gains. It discusses broader plans to extend control over Germans worldwide, excluding Italian Tyrol, and mentions Nazi propaganda not yet found in Milwaukee.
The President could gain a majority of his own Supreme Court appointments with one more justice. William O. Douglas’s appointment is key and a possible additional vacancy before Roosevelt’s term ends could influence a third term scenario.
Spring arrives with mixed promises and wary optimism as citizens anticipate warmer days yet prepare for unpredictable shifts. Authorities urge prudence while noting lingering winter remnants in households and communities.
A witty remark from Iola Register notes that a centenarian would likely never accept March as the first month of spring, joking about seasonal perception.
Public figures comment on intolerance and loyalty amid wartime mood. Exiles and veterans urge resistance to regimentation while advocating cooperation. The piece closes by noting spring cleaning to clear unwanted items for classified ads.
The writer aboard the S. S. Nieuw Amsterdam details a Valparaiso stop and Concon missteps, later visiting Vina del Mar and Santiago. He notes Chilean landscapes, nitrate parks, the Casino at Vina del Mar, and a famous race track at Hipio club, with excursions, prices, and curious locals.
Marshal Ferdinand Foch has died at 77. Two KU students, Miss Dorothy Frances Brock and Lyle Nicol Brock, filed passport applications to Europe and plan to tour multiple European countries after graduation.
Elizabeth Mackie Daisy Cox Frances Kennedy and Georgia Richardson attended a masquerade party hosted by Mrs Horace Hollingberry and Mrs A R Blair at the Home of Mrs Hollingberry. Mr Theodore Wiley was guest of honor at a surprise birthday dinner planned by Mrs Wiley.
Probate records disclose Gordon Grovenor left four thousand dollars each to the First Baptist church and the Lawrence Free Public library. A KU seniors’ Count No Account production added funds to a visiting nurse and social service hospital fund.
Forty years ago W E Brelsford leaves tomorrow for Carlisle Pa. George Hauk reports horse and buggy disappear after hitching in front of the German Methodist church. Sheriff offers 100 reward for recovery. Swede Mary laments at Shearer Millinery. Blue Trent Grocery to open at 907 Massachusetts Ave. Firms Hobson Ebenstein of Cherokee County Kan. Ld Kennedy notes son Bert at Pennsylvania University reports scarlet fever. Frank Snow to accompany Willan Harvey Brown to Africa in April.
The American Public Health Association forms a committee to study health risks from trailer use and roadside camps. Recommendations include sanitary camp attendants, record keeping, safe water supplies, spacing between trailers, proper garbage containment, and statewide restrictions on water tank filling to prevent contamination and disease spread.
Doctor Alan Warren stays to care for his aging patients despite a Europe assignment and his wife Emily planning to join him. Emily pleas for emancipation from Sumner life while Alan faces a pivotal choice, risking marriage as she seeks an escape with Eric Kane.
In Bluefield a nervous young man robbed a 20 year old movie cashier Virginia Shumaker stealing 245 dollars and asking for 90 days to repay. In Los Angeles James Roggads reported a robbery but showed torn pants and missing wallet. In Salt Lake City eight year old Roy Daniels vanished for five hours after a dentist visit and was found later.
A survey shows 94 percent of Lawrence residents read the classified page and 76 percent read it daily, indicating strong engagement with local notices and advertisements.
A dense schedule lists WREN KMBC WDAF and others broadcasting news, orchestras, dramas, and variety shows from 5:30 p.m. through midnight on Tuesday March 21 and continuing into Wednesday March 22 with additional late night weather forecasts and newscasts featuring many named stations and acts.
A compact listing shows KFER OU schedule with a Wednesday 2 30 segment for French lesson and 44 News flashes followed by a Spanish lesson. A recital by Alex Fielder with mutists Lucile Wagner and pianist at 6 15 features Jaussvhawk Trimpetecers.
In Pasadena California a man named Andrew Campbell aged 29, a Los Angeles chauffeur, climbed the Arroyo Seco bridge and fell 100 feet to his death after navigating around a fence that had been in place since August 1987 to deter suicides. Authorities described the incident as a death by own action.
Otto M. Theurer, a contractor for an unnamed client, asked the War Department about building a gas proof shelter for at least 12 persons on a Wellesley estate as part of wartime readiness.
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