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Newspaper
Lawrence Journal World
Location
Lawrence, Kansas, United States of America
Date
May 23, 1938
Page
4
The essay argues that federal controls reduced American cotton production from eight to five million bales, while world demand rose by three million. It contends that this surplus, unmarketed by US policy, lowers prices for American growers and shows the need to secure a share of the global market rather than merely limit production.
A brief biblical verse reference notes that faith without works is dead. It cites James 2 20 to emphasize belief needs action.
A Saturday debate at Concordia featured Dan Casement and Simon Fishman defending opposing stances on the Agricultural Adjustment Act. Fishman argued farmers were economic slaves prior to the AAA, while Casement urged minimal government interference. The audience backed a resolution calling for repeal of the AAA.
William Allen White notes the contrasting records of Franklin D. Roosevelt and Alfred M. Landon. Roosevelt left New York with higher debt and pursued growth while Landon, as Kansas governor, balanced budgets and paid off deficits. Voters tend to judge leaders by performance rather than philosophy.
The article notes 1.6 million bales of 1934 crop and 5.5 million bales of 1987 cotton worth about 85 million dollars less than government payouts. President Roosevelt asks Congress for an appropriation to restore the Commodity Credit Corporation, framing the loss as a test of government aid and market control.
The Cardenas government faces a political revolt as religious and economic reforms provoke dissatisfaction. Cedillo’s uprising may be suppressed yet likely to be followed by others. Cardenas sacrificed stability for rapid change, risking an unmanageable process.
The Oregon Democratic primary produced a razor thin win for the new deal candidate for governor. Rural areas rejected him while left wing sentiment in lumbering and shipping groups aided his victory despite administration backing.
The appropriations committee passed the spending bill after boosting its total by 298 million dollars. Lawmakers remain focused on expanding federal borrowing as the dominant policy in Congress.
The Japanese army has lost as much territory as it has gained recently but holds the strategic railroad hub at Suchow. The article notes the Japs appear somewhat ahead in trade.
Charles Sessions picks the best line of the week noting announcers on a proposed federal radio station urging fans to send in the tops of ten congressmen for a new tax assessment, sparking investor and public reaction.
Flint Hills Peggy reports a personal stance as she declines wearing shorts this summer citing dignity as the reason. The remark frames a local fashion choice with a wry tone.
A fragment reflects on the Republican Party and governance by noting it was not always in control and that a good crop was not seen as a disaster when the party ran things. The quote attributed to C.A.S. in Starbeams frames political reliability with agricultural imagery.
Willy Nilly and Christopher Columbus Crow witness a treasure find by the pond as ducks cheer them. Christopher contemplates explaining his generosity while Willy Nilly praises him. The piece also explains Osage and Kansas river names and origins including Ninnescah Osage and Cimarron.
Topeka May 23. Kansas streams largely bear Indian names or names by explorers and chartographers. Major Kansas rivers Kansas Arkansas Missouri Neosho Ninnescah trace to Kanza origin. Early references include Herrara Tordesilla Marquette and maps by D Iville Dupratz and British French publications. Salina derives from salty waters. Smoky Hill from a noted feature.
The Rev Joseph Kirchoffer of Stapleton New York rigged a home made burglar alarm wired to the church poor box. The alarm rang yesterday drawing him to the church where he grappled with and subdued Dennis Murphy 44 who was later booked by police.
Jefferson City Missouri reports 75 year old George FE Root known for riding freight trains to reach work quickly from his rural home. A recent ride ended when his train passed the depot and he leaped off, injuring a knee and leg. He declared retirement from freight hopping as aging takes its toll.
Innocent Bywalker Frank Viellila, 55, suffered injuries after automobiles jumped the curb and struck him on the Spokane sidewalk. The latest crash caused a broken jaw and arm, a repeat pattern not seen in prior incidents.
A letter addressed to actress-dancer Chicago Toby Wing arrived at her hotel with humorous delivery instructions. The missive urged the desk clerk to send it up on arrival and the bellman to knock loudly, implying an importunate correspondent tracking her.
Mussolini aligned authorities begin demolition of Mantua's historic Jewish quarter. A civic ceremony marks the start as the old ghetto is cleared for modern buildings and a public park, reflecting fascist agenda in wartime Italy.
In California two eaglets hatched in an incubator were adopted by a setting pigeon. The eggs were taken from a nest located near a high voltage power line.
Lawrence prepares for the Forty-First Annual state bankers convention with about 1500 attendees over three days. Speakers include W. J. Bailey Roy L. Bone Chancellor Lindley and A. W. Wilson. Also Lindbergh enters commercial flight field as Trans Continental Air Transport chairman.
Mrs S F Patterson hosted a shower for Miss May Boughton while Mr and Mrs Broer Gustafson entertained for Mr Charles Stange of Cincinnati. Dean Marvin may retire after 38 years heading KU engineering with Prof Walker to take over. Several faculty moves announced as Elizabeth Nowell and Marjorie Barstow leave for Columbia and Yale respectively.
Residents and officials gathered for Gov. Rob inson painting presentation at the high school. The Board of Education accepted the gift with brief remarks from Judge Emery and others. Also noted are a potential grocery purchase, culvert repair by Santa Fe, alumni banquet plans, a Kate Boyles recital, and a summer schedule of temperance meetings led by Prof. Carruth and John McDonald of Topeka.
Cape Cod detective Asey Mayo investigates Marina Lorne’s murder linked to Pam Frye who claimed discovering ambergris worth $56,000. Roddy Strutt appears with a plane crash and hush money while Nettie Hobbs accuses Pam. The Ell Room hints at deeper motives and wealth in the Octagon House.
Oma Smith of Wichita, who disappeared in the Grand River at Disney Oklahoma last Tuesday night, was found in the Arkansas River near Webter Falls, about 138 miles from the accident scene. The drowning followed an automobile plunge from a ferry killing three people. Ted Lyons earned his 200th major league win for the Chicago White Sox with a 9 to 2 victory over the Washington Nationals in Chicago.
Families from Leavenworth Lawrence and local towns gathered at the John Christy home to spend Mother's Day. Attendees included Mr and Mrs Sydney Mitchell with children Miss Opal Christy and Mr and Mrs Arnold Christy and Janice, and Mr and Mrs George Armstrong with Mr and Mrs Earl Hayes.
A 1937 Publishers Syndicate note recalls five girls in Ma's family who married well on average. Ma claims the other four found good husbands, reflecting on matrimonial outcomes in a concise social vignette.
Radio program grid shows WREN KMBC WDAF across May 23 24 with names like Ashburn Bratton Popeye Little Orphan Annie Concert Ensemble Crooks Crooks Now and Then Magnolia Blossoms Wayne King Beverly Hills Orch and more across time blocks 5 6 7 8 9 10 and 11 PM plus weather forecasts newscasts and entertainment programs.
Dr. Bert A. Nash leads the 2:44 News Flashes followed by a 2:47 segment on Modern American Literatures Book Reviews concluding the current series. The program includes 2:45 Spotlighting the News.
Mayors and families gather for Mother’s Day visits as the Kanwaka 4-H club meets with Waneta Colman and others. Births and dinners mark the week with guests from Topeka Lawrence Ottawa and Baldwin. Community members attend quilting sessions learn about Decoration Day origins and host wiener roasts despite a rainy spell.
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