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Newspaper
Lawrence Journal World
Location
Lawrence, Kansas, United States of America
Date
May 10, 1939
Page
4
A reflective line from Proverbs 21 17 warns that pursuing pleasure leads to poverty. The verse contrasts hedonistic living with spiritual discipline and practical thrift. A brief moral reminder for readers to value restraint and responsibility.
Governor Ratner says Kansas sales tax tokens will end on July 1 as the tax commission studies a bracket system. The plan would require all payments in one cent multiples and rely on averaging burdens for consumers and retailers.
President Roosevelt and Secretary Morgenthau voice concern that continual deficits disturb the treasury. Critics note deficits stem from policies they supported, with remedies only through higher taxes, while harsh tax levels strain business owners and job seekers.
The Scandinavian countries decline non aggression pacts with Germany and reaffirm their Oslo declaration. They insist on preserving freedom of action and refuse to join axis or any European coalitions. The stance avoids insult while signaling independence amid rising tensions.
The article notes four countries decline to join a non-aggression pact with Germany. It argues the refusal signals a belief that such a pact would not safeguard signatories if Nazi conquest unfolds. The nations prefer vigilance and self reliance over automatic neutrality laws, reflecting American views on international relations.
A Washington columnist argues new dealers must cope with a grim economizing Congress yet budget overruns persist. Economy has been sold to the country but not to Congress and further demonstrations by grim voters may be needed.
One cruiser escorting the liner with King George and Queen Elizabeth turned back yesterday. It was thought the royal couple were close enough to safely reach this side of the ocean.
The first million dollar payment for farm lands seized from American owners in Mexico will be due soon. It will test whether the good neighbor policy is entirely a one sided affair.
A new state law makes motorcar drivers liable for damages when they cause accidents. If found guilty, they pay damages and costs or have driving privileges revoked. Restoring license requires paying back damages and obtaining liability insurance. The change aims to ensure compensation and deter uninsured driving.
The piece mocks Nazi leaders like Hitler Goering and Goebbels as millionaires amid claims they pay little or no salary. It outlines a cycle where chancellor and governor swap favors with decrees and riches. It notes US car values around $197 as context.
Commentary on wartime policy and social relief in a multipoint critique. References to liberal progressivism spending, the New York WPA arts program, and a mix of political and social observations across nations.
The piece recalls Clemenceau’s insistence on a strong security treaty at Paris 1919 and warns that delay invites rearmament. It notes a French battleship named after him and comments by pilots on handling dirty weather and gear. a mix of history and aviation tips.
In Duke Martin's Manhattan penthouse he surveys his image and power. His aides Nick Hart and Bill Condon discuss the Dove night club empire while Tackie Rutherford Thompson tutors ambiance and manners. A black dress revolver sits ready as the evening opens.
Kiwanis luncheon featured Pref. John Ise discussing Pioneer Life in Kansas City. Changes on the board of directors saw W. B. Dalton elected to fill Ray mond Wheeler’s vacancy.
M Conn of the Eldridge house leases Fraser hall for years and plans to fix it up for entertainments. Paving may run south from Berkeley street with Massachusetts street unchanged. Script on Massachusetts to fund paving mirrors Topeka and Lecompton practice, avoiding bond issues. Mrs Banks hosts luncheon for Mrs Watson of Chicago. Mai Fete features Mock Trial with Dr Martin Van Buren Stevens found guilty. K U night planned for tomorrow.
Sheridan Starr commands a night river chase halted by a firefight with Luis Barro and a flotilla of aliens. Hope Kildare is captured with Barro, Betty Mary assists, and Barro is arrested. The conflict ends with wounded and quiet afterward as partners bond and depart.
In a city hospital, 26 000 yearly mental disturbance patients often suffer dehydration with salt loss. Studies show fluid and salt administration lowers death rates and shortens delirium, via mouth capsules or IV saline, under expert care.
Twenty farm girls and as many dairy cows competed for beauty prizes at the Holstein-Friesian dairy cattle show in Sabetha Kansas. The girls were judged first on looks and then on marine ability while cows vied for Miss Bovine America. Judges for the milkmaid phase were kept secret.
Radio listings detail Wednesday and Thursday evening programs on WREN KMBC WDAF WRIEN and others including orchestras, news, dances, and multiple host and guest show times with forecasts and weather notes. The dense grid shows names like Manhatters Buck Rogers Jimmy Allen Paul Whiteman's Orch and Kingpins like Fred Arlen and SheI Fields plus varied commentaries and theatre features.
The quotes feature Chiang Kai-shek blasting traitors, Hoover praising discovery in natural law, Hitler urging unity, plus a retired wrestler Maria Prestina calling wrestling dead for dishonesty and S. Clay Williams stressing confidence as key to recovery.
Cavalry and artillery units from Fort Riley on maneuvers moved to Alma after an overnight stop six miles west on the Santa Fe trail. Thousands of spectators jammed the roads as autos crowded the camp area near Burlingame.
A Lawrence survey shows ninety four percent of residents read the classified page with seventy six percent reading it daily, indicating strong engagement with local listings and notices.
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