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Newspaper

Lawrence Journal World

Location

Lawrence, Kansas, United States of America

Date

May 02, 1941

Page

4

Virtue Resides: Philippians 4 8 Verse Quotation

A cited Bible verse Philippians 4 8 urges readers to focus on truth honesty justice purity and noble thoughts. The text emphasizes virtue and praise and encourages contemplating only virtuous ideas.

Carry On Defense Economy Keeps Normal Life Flowing

A defense program requires preserving normal production, transport, and distribution. Maintaining regular business and work activities supports feeding the population, paying taxes, and supplying the armed forces, while industry and merchants contribute by sticking to their usual occupations.

American Labor Voice in Government Debate

The letter argues John L. Lewis overstates labor's veto power in U S defense policy. It asserts labor already has representation in government and rejects Lewis’s claim that a voice for labor would overhaul the American system. The piece warns such ideas would reverse improvements, contrasting with the American approach.

John L. Lewis Labor Mr. Lewis Lewis

London Times backs war cabinet plan with dominion representation

Earned Right reports support from the London Times for revising the British cabinet to include a war cabinet with dominion representation. Labor critics and anxious posts remain in the crossfire as Anzacs in Greece contribute to a rear-guard that aids evacuations. Turk resolve shifts as they warn of fighting if German invasion comes.

London Times Churchill Altke Labor Party Greece Dominions

Lindbergh's warnings and Europe's indifference

A British question cites Lindbergh for pressuring action against Germany, with a cabinet reply affirming his influence. The piece argues his early Germany air-power forecasts warned democracies, but public and political hesitance delayed response, leaving Lindbergh defeatist as others defend free government amid late but ongoing vigilance.

Lindbergh Germany England United States

Ships in Danger Zone Decide On Supply Route To Britain

The plan calls for more ships to England with supply runs along guarded paths, by convoy, or a mix of methods. Protection systems will adapt to whatever proves most effective to deliver American-made goods to Britain, shaping policy beyond past pledges.

England

General Johnson dismissed as President refuses reserve army renewal

The article notes Gen Hugh Johnson loses his reserve army commission due to the President's decision. It places his exit alongside another prominent military figure this week and questions what loyalty will be required of Army officers moving forward, insisting there is no disloyalty to the United States in Johnson's case.

Hugh Johnson Johnson United States

Defense stamps sales hoped to rise after labor kinks

Local talk suggests defense stamps and bonds may move faster once labor situation kinks are ironed out.

Officials for a Day Letter to the Editor

Lawrence citizens enjoyed a one day session on April 29 with a mayor and chief of police. The writer applauds the experiment and notes it was a great success for concerned citizens.

Lawrence

Hitler, Germany, and the Myth of the Führer in World War II

A reader asks why the war is framed as a battle against Hitler rather than Germany. Mackenzie argues Hitler is Germany, a despotic figure whose personality and myth drive the nation, especially among the youth, making Goering unlikely to replace him and shaping Allied aims to crush Hitler and Hitlerism.

Britain Churchill Hitler Goering Berlin Hermann

Madeira Rebels Reported Defeated After Siege

Portuguese government says Madeira revolutionary forces have downed arms after four weeks of blockade and days of siege. Souza Dias, a famed general and revolt leader, surrendered unconditionally. Other items note local events in Kansas City and University towns, including scout stunts, water carnival, and community notices.

Madeira Souza Dias Portugal Southpark W. G. Ellis Howard Sutherland Samson Fritz Snyder Boy Scout First Christian. Church Kansas City Convention Hall H. S. Mitchell Glen Mitchell Oread Training School Robinson Gym Bert Stoga Donald Allen Max Bahnmaier John Stratton George Shaad Milton Vogel Barry Senne Clyde Venner Robert Viets Harold Emick Carolla Pontius Osc Emick Leslie. Hammig Harold Pontius Walter Dunbar Don Waggoner Alex Ramsey Ted Davis John Emick

Girl Killed in Auto Crash Near Hoisington

Miss Jerree Wilson 20 died in a highway 281 wreck last night. Lucille Stickney and Lillian Trechter, both of Hoisington, were injured. The victims were the daughter and two local residents.

Hoisington Jerree Wilson W. R. Wilson Lucille Stickney Lillian Trechter

Gates Open as Pan-American Exposition Dawns in Buffalo

Forty years ago crowds gathered as the Pan-American exposition gates opened despite night rain and threatening weather. Bruce Lumber Yard owners Mundell and Brown show confidence in Lawrence by modernizing facilities. A Kansas company event and local weather, with a street mishap and passing fashion notes, round out the page.

Buffalo N. Y Ake Mundell’ & Brown Bruce Lumber Yard Lawrence Company H Twentieth Kansas Ed Anderson R. E. Melvin Chicago Everett

Baldwin Notes Include Dental Association Rally and Local Events

Dr. Stanley Flickinger attended the Kansas State Dental Association in Topeka and was reelected treasurer. John Ruchty spends May in Baldwin with old friends before Baker’s commencement, then moves to Abilene to be with his daughter. Laura Whipple, Baker junior, elected treasurer of the Kansas Inter-Church Student Organization at Emporia. A W.S.C.S. silver tea at Mrs. Wolf’s featured music and a review of Loon Feather. The Guernsey show returns to Baldwin with 60 to 75 expected entries from multiple towns. A peace play, Family Plot, enchants a large audience at First Methodist. Various society meetings and Baker alumni events round out the week.

Stanley H. Flickinger Kansas State Dental Association Topeka Flickinger John Ruchty Pharr Tex Harman Downs Ernest Phillips Baldwin Baker Abilene John Runnold Laura Whipple Kansas Emporia Miss Whipple Parkville E. J. Cragoe W.S.C.S Frank E Eckman Brothers Vinland W. C. Boehle Vanroy Miller Ruth Brune Lawrence William J. Adriance John Hays Dorothy Jackson J. W. Corbutt Lone Star A. D. van Tries Wellsville Kaw Valley Guernsey Association Arden Booth WREN Leo Smith Fellowship Hall First Methodist Church Donald Selzer Claire Adriance Edward Gates Robert Chubb Bud Davison Hiram C. Weld Cynthia Smith Jane Wilson Reuel Hanks Robert Ridgway J.W.S. Dean North &Th Street John P. Simons Jane Welsh Carlyle Townsend Scudder Nelson Tri Delta House Pearl Parks Hutchinson Alpha Omicron Pi University of Kansas Thomas A. Evans Parsons Paula Goes Baldwin High School Centenary Hall Betty Christensen

Classifieds Market Thrives In Local Journal-World

The Journal-World Classified Page remains the town busiest market place with bustling listings, ads, and notices drawing buyers and sellers to daily exchanges.

Journal - World

Carolyn Recovers X-999 and Seizes X-995 In Lab Theft

Carolyn convinces Bob the X-999 is safe in the lab. One thief is caught but silent beyond confirming the substitution of rocks in the boxes. She charters a plane, retrieves X-995, and returns to kidnap a man envisioning an elopement.

Carolyn Bob

Escape to Arizona chapter drives romance and daring

Carolyn confirms love for Bob Hale and hijinks around stolen chemicals drive her plan. She seizes control by hiring a pilot and taking Bob to the Arizona expedition, while Ken supports her and Leana Sormi looms as a potential threat in the unfolding escape plot.

Ken Carolyn Bob Hale Hush Bob

Radio Listings for May 2 to May 4 Schedule Highlights

Radio schedule fragment lists programs by time and station for WREN KMBC and WDAF from Friday May 2 through Sunday May 4. Entries include news, music, drama, and variety shows such as Death Valley Days, The Hollywood Premiere, Grand Ole Opry, and National Barn Dance with multiple orchestras and hosts.

Wren KMBC WDAF Jack Armstrong Wdaf—Star Kate Smith Elmer Davis Ben Bernie Kmbc—Playhouse Uncle Walter Nickel Man Hollywood Ray Kinney al Pearce N.B.C Fred Waring Blue Barron Lanny Rose Johnny Long Howard and Shelton Chez Paree Gabriel Heatter Charlie Barnett Chuck Foster Muehlebacher WRIEN Kmbc—Press Val Olmen Glenn Garr Orch Moonbeams Skinnay Ennis Lionel Hampton United Press News Little Ol Central College Choir Wdaf—Safety Council Penn Linwood Cavaliers Gerald FP Nye Knickerbocker Duffy’s Tavern Uncle Ezra Wayne King Grand Ole Opry The Muse Lincoln Orch Joe Sander Charles Lindbergh McAlphin Orch George Hall Gene Krupa Enric Madriguera Nighthawks Press N. Y Barrel O'Fun Andre Kostelanetz Wdaf—Country Church

Linwood social notes reflect regional visits and events

Linwood residents hosted and visited relatives across nearby towns, with trips to Topeka and Lawrence. The piece lists numerous households, joint dinners, and weekend visits, plus a regional high school typing contest team and a Basehor festival program led by Joe Williams.

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