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Newspaper
Lawrence Journal World
Location
Lawrence, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Mar 27, 1939
Page
4
The piece notes Mussolini’s twentieth anniversary address was subdued next to Hitler’s impact. It says Il Duce’s rhetoric remains predictable, avoids concrete concessions on Djibouti Tunisia and Suez, and shows no clear Rome Berlin benefits.
A legislative bill proposes an emergency welfare fund for about twenty four distressed counties. The plan would require the rest of the state to contribute and boost welfare funds by ten percent for those counties meeting stated requirements. Critics warn it could create a new relief racket.
An open letter from John Boettiger to Lon Elliott echoed public calls for a possible Roosevelt third term. Elliott dismissed booster aims while noting Texas voters’ confidence in Vice President Garner. Boettiger urged finding a Roosevelt new dealer to replace the elder Roosevelt, signaling family members could be sidelined in 1940.
Spring work calls as Kansas legislators move to adjourn after a record longest session in state history. Lawmakers seek to wrap up remaining bills and set the stage for the next legislative period.
The article notes broad relief at public plans and many Kansans acclimating to changes. Despite that, several disputed bills remain for action. If final readings end Thursday, lawmakers may extend the session into Friday or Saturday, affecting non-legislators.
Missouri assembly turmoil centers on Governor Stark and his bid to place Kansas City police under state control. Critics note prior state oversight did not improve efficiency, suggesting home rule and periodic shifts as possible remedies. The piece hints at broader Kansas City government reforms.
Senator Ewing Herbert proposes a one day divorce law for Kansas triggering wide adverse discussion. Some say the bill’s aim is to provoke discussion rather than enactment. The only clear merit noted is a minimum one day residence, with talk of further shortening the period.
The week ends with Prime Minister Chamberlain viewed as returning to appeasement policy. Poland and Romania are left exposed as morsels for powers to be appeased.
Regimentation of relief clients grows as county officials bar pleasure driving and press to remove from relief rolls anyone charged in court with liquor or gambling offenses.
The ongoing war scare accelerates the drafting of measures to expand the American defense force. As the effort nears completion, proponents say the process will deter further scares by strengthening readiness and authority.
Berlin dispatches report Hitler exhausted by recent exertions and possibly ready to rest. If the Fuehrer contracts a case of spring fever that lasts, observers note the world would not complain.
John A. Templer, 50, of Victoria Texas, who vanished from a local sanitarium last Thursday, was found dead in the Kansas River Saturday. Coroner H A Alexander said the throat slashing and body rolling into the river indicate suicide.
A marriage license has been issued to Ellis M. Baker of Lawrence and Virginia Secarcy of Augusta Kansas. The first Plymouth Colony marriage is noted as occurring May 12 1621.
A South American diary from March 18, 1939 recounts travel woes leaving Rio de Janeiro, jests about punctual tugs and late excursions, notes on Vargas era reforms, coffee culture, open sewers, street textures, and Brazilian society. It mentions German and Italian presence, Japanese immigration in Sao Paulo, and Brazil’s push for self sufficiency and modernization.
Lawrence delegates attend the 31st Daughters of the American Revolution convention with Mrs. Campbell presiding as state regent. church organ from Reuter factory shown to Moody Memorial in Chicago. local staffer Evan Edwards injures ankle playing basketball. multiple social and professional notices from Lawrence and area.
Chas W Murphy was selected as secretary of the Douglas County Fair association yesterday. A prize and advertising committee was appointed with chairman T J Sweeney and members W E Spalding W A Dunmire Irving Hill C O Bowman W T Hutson Chris Schaake and W R Green. The Allman Bros Shows touring Lawrence are overhauling equipment with two gangs at work. Mrs Ross Cleland joined the Dread cafe staff. Mrs Frank Strong hosted a thimble party for Mrs Mary Strong. Mrs Franklin Biffle attends a tea. Gene Porter sold wireless gear and moves to Junction City. Julius Uhrlaub was honored by his high school basketball team at a dinner.
A Lawrence luncheon honoring Mrs. Herbert Armstrong of Topeka featured American Beauty roses and 40 guests. Judge H. P. Vrooman plans to reside in the Peakrs home in South Lawrence, joining Mrs. Vrooman in local musical circles. A Pickaninny Minstrels act by Lucy Zerby graces the opera house itinerary tomorrow night. Edward H. Hook, son of J. H. Hook, sustained minor wounds in Manila. Lecompton votes 266 to 7 for a new $5,250 schoolhouse bond. A new campus fraternity on the hill named G. P. T. includes Augusta Whitom, May Sexton and others in yellow and red regalia.
Dr. Morris Fishbein discusses vacation travel for health and relaxation. He notes 85 million Americans vacation annually with about $5 billion spent, mostly in summer. Europeans use health resorts with medical supervision. the U.S. could develop similar resorts using American scientific medicine.
In a tense midnight river voyage, Dr. Alan Warren battles flood and fate. Emily confronts guilt as the launch fights debris and current. The crew reaches Price's Point and Baker signals relief, but Bud Price remains missing and danger lingers as the chapter ends.
James Mulder was fined $5 in police court for being drunk. Henry Beers paid $5 for disturbing the peace. John Deshazer of Linwood paid $5 for disorderly conduct. M. K. Allison faced a $5 fine for reckless driving. Marion Eaton was fined $2 on a similar charge.
Sheriff Charles E. Banning reported from Ottawa that 40 Columbian Wyandotte hens were stolen last night near the area. No trace of the hens had been found by press time.
Nora Stinebaugh urges stronger traffic law enforcement in Lawrence urging safer streets for all ages. She cites drunk driving late nights, slow police response, dangerous bicycle riders, and pedestrians including children and elderly people, calling for a safety campaign and consistent enforcement.
Readable listing of radio programs across WREN KMBC and WDAF for Monday March 27 and Tuesday March 28 with multiple shows including news casts, music acts, dramas, and orchestras. The sequence notes time slots from 5:30 PM through 12:00 AM and includes performer names such as Ray Perkins Terry Armstrong Robinson Crooks Duchin Lombardo and many others.
Married by Probate Judge Frederick J. Perkins and Carrie M. Horton both of Chicago were wed at the courthouse today with Probate Judge Frank R. Gray presiding.
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