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Newspaper
Lawrence Journal World
Location
Lawrence, Kansas, United States of America
Date
May 12, 1939
Page
4
The piece accuses Kansas City's machine politicians of padding department payrolls to cover political patronage. When payrolls are trimmed to near actual needs, displaced workers shift to other departments. The practice, linked to school funding shortages, requires determined action as bosses resist relinquishing patronage.
Dickering with Russia shifts from a loose defensive plan with Britain and France to a demand for a hard aligned military pact. The issue echoes prewar Europe with a clash between representative government and autocratic rule. Britain and France seek strength while Moscow seeks an axis style guarantee.
The article notes two men in recent weeks warn of risks in seeking office and in tenure. One, a Saline county official who died by his own hand, described pressure from groups to contribute financially. E. A. Briles, Stafford Courier editor and former state representative, comments on campaign costs and job seekers pressured to pay for ballot visibility.
The speaker cautions political positions are snare and delusion. He warns many are wrecked by such jobs and advises not to rely on politics for livelihood. If involved as service or hobby, maintain another income source to avoid ruin after losing the post.
Report notes a government arrest of a gang stealing silver from a mine and hints at a looming public scandal involving high officials. It argues Mexico’s prior legalizations of oil and farm property seizures abroad promote broader domestic theft risks and a code permitting theft from U S citizens could expand to others.
Secretary Morgenthau signals support for tax revision aimed at removing business deterrents in the federal system. He warns that tax relief has little effect without downward budget revisions. He argues that maintaining deficits and debt while readjusting taxes would be a temporary makeshift with limited benefit.
James A. Farley, who eight years ago toured the country to build support for Franklin D. Roosevelt, plans another extensive trip now. He will scout for Farley and leverage his contacts, a move likely to shape Democratic maneuvering for advantages in 1940.
The passage notes that European tension eased only slightly as shorter peace expectations arose. Despite this temporary relief, the overall outlook remains worrying and insufficient to restore security or calm in the region.
The piece cites Benjamin Franklin from 1758 noting a one tenth time tax for government. It argues modern taxes consume about 22 percent of national income, implying government spending outpaces Franklin’s caution. It reflects on public burden and questions the era of 1989.
Charley Mann questions interference with young couples marrying. He notes that two can starve as cheaply as one. The text also ranks the steel industry among sectors with high freedom from accidents, surpassed only by tobacco, laundry, cement, rubber, and textile industries.
France governs 366 of every 1000 square miles in Africa today marking the largest colonial presence. Great Britain ranks second with 348 and Belgium third with 81, illustrating the varied distribution of European influence across the continent.
The article describes extensive health screening for airline personnel in 1936. It covers pilot exams with basal metabolism, blood studies, X rays, audiometry, night vision tests, blood pressure records, and checks for parasites. Crew members including stewards and radio operators undergo similar evaluations to prevent health risks during flight.
John Joseph Bleakley son of Joseph and Alicia Bleakley born November 26 1877 near Lawrence Kansas lived most of his life in Lawrence with 12 years in Abilene. He married Jessie Waring of Abilene on February 1 1911 and spent the past twelve years with the Lawrence post office department.
Leavenworth resident Mr. Bleakley died at his home in Lawrence on Sunday April 30, 1939 after three months of illness. The funeral was led by Dr. Robert A. Hunt at First Methodist Church, with Masonic lodge rites at the grave. He leaves a wife two children Harriet Turner and Joe Jr a brother Walter Bleakley and a sister Mrs BE N Belknap of Abilene plus many relatives.
The Eudora Flower club holds its annual show in the Methodist church community room on Tuesday May 16 with displays from members including wild flowers potted plants and breakfast luncheon and bridge tables. The program begins at 2 30 pm and tea will follow. No awards are planned. Officers listed include Christine Cochran president and Sue Wolfe vice president.
Heavy rains push the Kaw up six to eight feet with forecasts of more tonight. Herington, Council Grove, Gypsum and Lindsborg endure rising waters while the Bowersock dam remains unrepaired and the city works to safeguard its water supply.
In the Gazette newsroom Tom Ladd orders Janice French's clips as society circles swirl. Mary Franklin reports a prowler at her apartment, prompting police inquiry into the missing debutante and Duke Martin's shadowy world amid sleet and Lower New York.
Tonganoxie residents attended a Kansas City visit by Ruth Fowler and Gwendo lyn Mounkes while the Library Ladies hosted a tea at the new city library. Alumni plans for May 14 promise a modern banquet with decorations by James Farrell and others.
Local stations outline Friday to Sunday May 12 14 with extensive radio programming. Listings include WREN KMBC WDAF WIBW WIBW and WMBC dramas dances news and music programs featuring orchestras vocalists and variety acts across times from afternoon through midnight.
Miss Charlene Kramer visits Maitland for a while while Miss Laura Cory undergoes a major operation at Cushing hospital. Anna Catherine Lenahan dies in Tonganoxie at 69. she leaves four brothers, seventeen nieces and nephews, and is buried at Holy Angel cemetery after Sacred Heart church services. Local residents make weekend visits, birthdays, and hospital updates across Leavenworth, Tonganoxie, Lawrence, and surrounding towns.
PROSPECT notes show Mr and Mrs Albert Jacobson as Sunday guests at the Henry Rohe home. Edith Jo returned home with them after a week at the Jacobson residence. Mary Rohe spent the weekend with her parents, Mr and Mrs Arthur Gabriel af De Soto, then with the George Roche home. Mr and Mrs Charles Waugh were Sunday guests of Mr and Mrs Martin Tohe. Mrs Charles Soward has been ill with rheumatism. the doctor was called Wednesday morning.
The Anderson Raible posts of the American Legion will form a junior baseball team for Richland Overbrook Michigan Valley Car bondale and Scranton. A benefit dance in the community hall Wednesday funds the project as youths must meet health birth record and identification requirements to join the national program. The Legion has also sponsored a drum and bugle corps and local support backs the effort.
A national drugstore product called Moone's Emerald Oil is marketed as fast acting relief for eczema rashes and other external skin troubles. The ad claims itching and burning subside quickly and offers a money back guarantee if not satisfied.
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