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Newspaper
Lawrence Journal World
Location
Lawrence, Kansas, United States of America
Date
May 20, 1938
Page
4
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A critical notice declares Mr and Mrs O Blastem Chigzer and kin back in Lawrence for four months. They mingle with society yet are labeled undesired. They live off grocers and land, pay no rent, and move between rich and poor. They are blamed for social blemishes while staying briefly in town.
Reporters note a rest period for Pennsylvania Democratic leaders and a swing toward conditions not seen since the early New Deal era. The Republican primary winners favored straight Republicanism signaling a shift away from high promise rhetoric toward a more cautious, conservative government vision. If the Pennsylvania campaign frames a choice between New Deal ideals and an opposing government concept, the result may be beneficial for both state and nation.
In talks aimed at friendship, France and Italy reveal entrenched rivals in Africa and on the Spanish scene. Mussolini and Hitler back Franco while France backs the Spanish government, with tensions extending to Tunisia where Italian minorities worry Paris’s protectorate policy. Each nation asserts its interests, not just peace.
Reported Japanese forces claim capture of Suchow, with the city burning in several spots. Chinese spokesmen admit defending a section, while both sides describe a strong resistance and a tense situation overall.
The passage argues both sides exaggerate gains with the Japanese closer to a foothold in Suchow, while the Chinese deny entry. It notes loss of a city harms the defender less if attackers burn it, and even Suchow in Japanese hands may not secure victory, likening China’s war to Spain where military wins cost far more than value.
Reports describe rainfall of two to seven inches across Kansas. Rivers carry off much water, yet dense vegetation from prior rains holds soil and soil moisture rises. Subsoil begins to receive unusual moisture, ensuring water for various needs for now.
The article argues the federal government is retreating financially as next year’s deficit tops three billion dollars, contradicting prior promises of a near balanced budget. It laments ongoing spending that widens a growing fiscal hole.
Former Governor Landon reiterates he will not seek the 1940 Republican nomination. He says his criticisms of the New Deal come from a different motive than preferring to succeed the current White House occupants. Landon notes he is faring better outside politics than F D R is inside.
Administration leans toward denying all forms of government aid to railroads if they pursue wage reductions. Officials appear more concerned with political impact than keeping the lines solvent, focusing on policy and public opinion rather than railroad finances.
Kansas City authorities announce they will no longer tolerate window-breaking and violence. Manager McElroy asserts the city is not going to tolerate it, though he does not admit a previous tolerance of a long-standing problem.
Processors remove the garlic odor during oil refining to reduce weakness in gasoline efficiency. The smell removal is not believed to affect vehicle mileage or performance.
Christo Columbus Crow confesses to Willy Nilly that he misled the ducks about a hidden treasure at the pond. He boasts of winter good behavior but recalls his prank caused the birds to dig and get dirty, leaving him guilt ridden and unsure of the right course.
Baltimore May 20 Miss Norman E League asked the public service commission about the usual procedure when a street car conductor cannot make change for a ten and asks a rider to exit The commission forwarded the query to the street car company noting rain added discomfort. Scottsdale May 20 twins Martha and Mary Ann Bishop both 13 chose valedictorian and salutatorian after flipping a coin to break a tie in their grammar school graduation.
In Long Beach California on May 20 Charles A Miller wrestled a seven pound spot fin cooker fish when his leader broke and the fish toppled back into the surf He dived into five feet of water fully clothed and pulled the fish ashore illustrating his stubborn fishing resolve.
A 1927 syndicated piece presents a mother daughter quarrel about a suitor. The speaker suggests Bettys gentleman caller should not meet the father unless he approves of her wealth and lifestyle. The scene hints at family dynamics and hidden motives behind courtships.
A farmer named Peter Zalazney heard a loud roar that terrified him until a doctor removed a green grasshopper from his ear, bringing relief and quiet.
Topeka was named by Indians meaning a good place to dig potatoes from the Otoe language. The Otoes, kin of the Kansas, dug wild artichokes and used the same word for potatoes and artichokes. Other towns and origins include Americus Lyon County named after Americus Vespucius, Alma named by Germans from Alma, Argentine for Argenta silver, Belle Plaine for beautiful plain, Emporia from Emporium meaning market, Hugoton for Victor Hugo, and Wyandotte County originally Kansas Landing named by a St. Louis fur trader at the Kansas River mouth.
At New York University on May 20, about 200 students watched a classroom television experiment in a dark RCA building room. Dr. C. C. Clark lectured on photo electricity while a back-track radio circuit let students ask questions. Dr James Rowland Angell, former Yale president who arranged the test, called it a great success. He predicted television would be widely used in classrooms within five years.
Local society notes from Lawrence and surrounding areas cover Miss Muriel Coghill’s Paris music studies after sailing June 7, leadership changes, and a Kentucky Derby winner. Also noted are obituaries for Mrs. Jane Appleton Aiken Snow and Dr. Edmund Stanley, plus school moves, engagements, reunions, surf boat riding at Raw, and the University Orchestra concert with soloists Wort Morse and Etta Smith.
Twenty five years ago Lawrence voters faced a choice on a special enabling act granting the Board of Education power to levy a school building tax. If approved, three new campuses would rise, one in southeast Lawrence and two in North Lawrence replacing Woodlawn and Lincoln.
A Port-au-Prince message reports General Gomez leading about 15 000 insurgents closing on Havana with an advance guard after a skirmish that routed 800 Spanish troops. In Santiago de Cuba 5 000 insurgents under General Garcia menace the area.
Cape Cod detective Asey Mayo investigates a murder tied to a hidden ambergris stash worth $50 000. Pam Frye disappears while tailed by a tobacco smoker seeking the ambergris. Tim Carr, a boarder at Octagon House, is linked by left handedness and Turkish tobacco use.
Asey Mayo and Jennie discuss a mural that angers residents after Marina and painter Jack Lorne are linked to a controversial scene. Roddy Strutt’s plane crash and a reckless landing at Quanomet Depot Square fuel talk of government property damage and possible revenge. Pam Frye, Nettie Holes, and Aaron weave into the town rumor mill.
A op ed style critique cites 1930s spending debates. It mentions farm aid, tobacco inspection funds, Hyde Park duties, and government programs described as pump priming and hoodwinking the people.
Lawrence man C Evans traced memories to an old Irish song "The Garden Where the Prairies Grow." A music dealer shipped the sheet from England, and publisher notes recall hearing it in western Kansas. The 1929 revision softened idiomatic Irish color replacing “her father” with “her parents.”
Harold Johanning, Kanwaka 4-H member and FFA chapter member, was among 60 Kansas youths initiated into the Kansas State Farmers Association at Manhattan. The award recognized his three years in vocational agriculture at Liberty Memorial high school Lawrence for scholarship leadership and project work. He helped the Lawrence grain judging team place third in the state and has served as Kanwaka 4-H vice president and now president.
The listing shows Friday May 20 to Sunday May 22 radio programs across stations WREN KMBC WDAF WRIEN and more. It details a dense lineup of music orchestras talk shows news weather forecasts and special programs with performers like Maurice Spitaing Lee Krieger and Jimmie Noone among many others.
He is president of the Douglas county council and a senior at Liberty Memorial high school. Johanning has served on committees and judging teams in both organizations. He was chosen to represent his club at the Douglas Johnson county camp last summer and named the most outstanding camper. Harold is the son of Mr and Mrs Otto Johanning route 4.
Kanwaka 4-H members met at Clair and Waneta Colman residence. Harold Johanning presided with Marjorie Hadl leading the opening ritual. Helen Shaw acted as secretary in absence. Willard Shaw announced the county safety contest and plans for a wiener roast were set. Everett O Connor chaired the roast committee with Helen Shaw and Marvin Hird assisting. Project material was distributed by Mildred Jahning and Helen Shaw.
Johanning was elected to attend the June Manhattan round-up. Harold Johanning won the music identification contest led by Mary Lou Elliott and Helen Shaw. Harold also reported on his trip to Manhattan and was named a new State Farmer. Marvin Hird led recreation as the meeting adjourned with refreshments.
The annual meeting of the Sutton Cemetery association will be held on the afternoon of May 28. All interested persons are asked to be present.
The Lawrence Business College announces a summer school program for high school students starting June 6 for 12 weeks. Tuition is $20 for 12 weeks with $10 for six weeks, and credits earned may be applied to the high school course with the high school principal’s arrangements.
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