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Newspaper
Lawrence Journal World
Location
Lawrence, Kansas, United States of America
Date
May 08, 1941
Page
4
A devotional line reflects on John 1 4 stating that in him was life and that life is the light of all people Read as a spiritual reminder of divine guidance and inner illumination.
The piece argues that continued refusals by labor leaders to end strikes threaten the defense program by immobilizing essential production. It challenges claims strikes are negligible and refutes the notion workers can be forced to work. It urges protecting the right to work to support national defense.
In a Commons debate yesterday Lloyd George harshly criticized British war conduct yet joined in a near unanimous vote of confidence in Churchill's leadership. The Welsh criticized not goals but execution, while Parliament and public share cautious approval of Churchill's direction amid acknowledged failures and progress in British resistance aided by growing U S cooperation.
With better weather, daylight raids over England by German forces have intensified. The Luftwaffe now faces higher losses per raid by targeting clearer daylight hours, adjusting tactics as skies stay favorable for air operations.
Secretary Stimson urges using the American fleet to back deliveries to England, a move that dampens Japanese markets. Recalled for Manchuria actions in 1931, he faces renewed pressure as Tokyo fears a broader axis partnership and a likely German response.
Recovery in Iraq indicates German influence is limited as the revolt did not swiftly topple British control. No military aid reached the revolt from abroad, and anti-British actions were likely aided by Nazi agents, though timing reduced chances of success.
Reports from Vichy claim the French will receive a 25 percent cut in the cost of aiding the German occupation. It remains unclear what Germany will concede in return. Observers fear further collaboration from Paris, possibly including use of the French fleet, which would bring Nazi Mediterranean control closer.
Legislation body shows rising discontent with the gubernatorial contest as recounts continue. Officials indicate the incumbent Republican may have won by a larger margin than the official tally. Many legislators refuse to tolerate election theft or connivance.
The official forecaster pushes for clear weather while it frequently clouds over and rains a little each day, continuing the pattern despite prior optimistic forecasts.
Coronado's army will drill for the Entrada from now until June. Veterans expect to be mustered out sooner than others despite the tough work ahead.
The Kansas blue law dispute resurfaced with Attorney General Roland Boynton urging Hugoton to close a theater and prompting Trego officials to curb an air show after resident complaints. A western state controversy centers on public conduct and local enforcement with civil action potential.
The piece argues Belfast and Ulster serve vital military and industrial roles for Britain with shipyards and air bases protecting Atlantic convoys. It notes why bombing Berlin or Romania is less costly to the war effort than striking Leuna and explains RAF focus on German industry and invasion ports.
Local society listings describe visiting relatives, moves, and gatherings in Baldwin. A science fiction tale follows Leana Sormi secretly wiring X-999 in a mine to plot harm against Carolyn Tyler, detailing covert setup and guarded access as the plan unfolds.
A new expedition was organized in Alpine Texas after a raid on the American settlement of Glenn, with authorities planning pursuit to capture the Mexican bandits involved. The move signals a coordinated response to border raids and seeks to restore security for settlers in the region.
Forty years ago the Minnesota state prison board voted unanimously to parole the Younger brothers who have served life terms for the Northfield bank robbery and related murder. James, Cole and Bob Younger were imprisoned at Stillwater. Bob died in prison and James and Jesse and Frank James escaped to Missouri. The pardon board must approve the action. Also listed are new Merchants’ Athletic association officers and committees, with F. W. Barteldes as president and H. Albach as secretary. High school principal F. H. Olivier was reelected for the ninth straight year. Mr and Mrs Wade visit the city after a successful road season. A new sidewalk goes in at Ed Pierce’s home. Elks celebrate opening of their new lodge room with an event attended by about 200. R. C. Manley speaks.
Ida Van Tries and her children visit on the farm with the Van Tries family. Ralph Kalb celebrates a birthday with friends bringing ice cream and cake. Numerous visits occur among Kalb, O'Neil, Parsons, Hays, Welborn, and other neighbors. 4 H club meets on clothes planning. Iris varieties planted. Kalb family and 4 H members participate in community activities.
A dense list of radio programming across WREN KMBC WDAF and WKMBC for Thursday May 8 including intermezzos news casts music stories and 10 PM weather. Notable items include Intermezzo Scrapes of Scrappy Jack Armstrong and later sport and weather features with multiple orchestras performances and public service programming.
Neighbors discuss adding interest to the community with an evening sing at Floyd's. Some may volunteer readings to enrich the program. Mr. and Mrs. Donald Davis of Merriam visited Mr. and Mrs. Fred Davis. Jimmy Smith and Billy Shepyerd, members of a student group, spent Tuesday in Kansas City.
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