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Newspaper
Lawrence Journal World
Location
Lawrence, Kansas, United States of America
Date
May 29, 1943
Page
4
Memorial Day history and G A R lineage notes
The piece traces Memorial Day origins from the Grand Army of the Republic founded in 1866 to post Civil War observances. It notes proclamations setting aside May 30 as a day for decorating graves, growth of G A R membership, sons of veterans involvement, and later shifts to the American Legion after World War I. It also mentions General Logan and a statue in Indianapolis.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Grand Army of the Republic
John A. Wogan
G.A.R
Confederacy
South
Ashington Post
Lawrence
Lawrence Post
Sons of Veterans
American Legion
Logan
James G. Blaine
Grover Cleveland
U. S. Senate
Indiana
Capitol Building
Indianapolis
Welfare tax fund shapes Douglas county budget
County budget figures show a welfare tax fund of 10000 dollars for next year versus 65000 this year and 100000 two years ago. State and federal refunds and fund carry-overs affect totals, with relief hoped from surplus funds but broader cost increases likely.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
John Q
Douglas County
Notable Leader Critique of Power and Status Quo
The passage reflects on how the only perfect man was crucified by his enemies for challenging established authority, noting that contemporary leaders often display weakness as a result of resisting the status quo.
Right of Free Expression as Essential to Freedom
The passage argues that America stands out not by superior statesmen but by constitutional protection allowing public criticism of leaders. It contrasts with other nations where criticism or even critical thinking toward those in power is dangerous, noting free speech remains crucial to liberty.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Nesses
Traffutes
England
Cooperation to aid war effort conflicts with penalties on forms
The text contrasts a printed note urging signer cooperation to win the war with the looming threat of a $10,000 fine and a century in jail for cheating. It argues the harsh penalty clashes with a patriot’s desire to help and suggests such warnings are another Washington emanation in civilian guidance.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Washington
West Point Cadet Rogers Named First Captain
A Fairview native, Bernard W. Rogers, has been named 1st Captain of the corps of graduating cadets at West Point, the highest honor for a cadet. The selection pleases Congress member Lambertson as Rogers carries hometown pride.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Lambertson
Fairview
West Point
Bernard W. Rogers
Lavatories Then and Now in Lawrence
Years ago rich men in Lawrence paid up to fifty dollars for a lavatory. Now you cannot buy one for love nor money.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Lawrence
Rubber plant strikers beat deadline as talks near end
Strikers in rubber plants push past a government deadline by a few hours, edging toward a final agreement as negotiations reach the home stretch.
Admiral Yamamoto Ashes to Join Other Clinker
An item in the Concordia Blade Empire reports the cremated remains of Admiral Yamamoto to be interred with other vessels considered clinker. The note frames it as a ceremonial join with maritime-era artifacts.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Concordia Blade Empire
Admiral Yamamoto
The Old Covered Bridge at Springdale Needs Repair
The Leavenworth Times laments the covered bridge at Springdale closed to travel for danger. It urges small repairs to keep the Civil War era landmark standing as a picturesque reminder, noting few such relics remain in the region.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Leavenworth
Springdale
Middle West
New England
Crying Confession Sparks Marriage Woes In Arkansas City
A Wichita Eagle quotation notes two Arkansas City women discussing crying as a release and as a way to vent relationship strain with husbands. The remark highlights domestic tension and coping through emotion.
Communists pledge aid to Chiang in China war
The Chinese communist renounce internal conflict and vow to fight with Chiang Kai-shek against Japan until a democratic China is built. The alliance could delay a Red-Central government showdown, affecting Allied strategy and the war in Asia and globally.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
China
Japan
Chiaung Kai-shek
United Nations
Communist Party
Chiang
Kuomintang
Yangtze
Chungking
Urma
Burma
India
Southwest Pacific
Hitler
Moscow
Comintern
Central Executive Committee
Chinese Communist Party
Fort Leavenworth GI Goes To Lunch With Tulip Bulbs
Private Douglas Elliott, stationed at Fort Leavenworth, enjoyed fried onions served by a Leavenworth girl until a frantic call from her parents revealed the couple had eaten tulip bulbs. The item ends with a note about Martinique road conditions and sugar plantations.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Kansas City
Douglas Elliott
Fort Leavenworth
Leavenworth
Old Home Town Social News From Abilene Area
Abilene residents visit F Hinges and Mrs. T D Funk hosts a bridge luncheon for twelve. W Bruner hosts a bridge club dinner. Whist club meets at Mrs. W A Young's home. Four Leave Community club to meet at Pleasant Grove schoolhouse. Irene Brabzone wed Chester Skinner at White. Mrs. Williams and Mrs. Weaver journey to Ft Worth. Rankin family attends Ottawa University commencement. Mayor Kreeck appoints Walter Thiele city attorney. The 8 PM mercury reads 80 degrees.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Earl Endacott
Abilene
F. A Hinges
T. D. Funk
A. Gi Trons
W. Bruner
W. A. Young
Pleasant Grove
Irene Brabzone
Bethel
Chester Skinner
Lawrence
White
Dick Williams
A. B. Weaver
Ft. Worth
Tex
Paul Rankin
Charles
Ottawa University
Margaret
Donald D. Davis
George Kreeck
Walter G. Thiele
Mercury
Commencement at University of Kansas and local notes
Local excess water over farmland from a long runoff affects acres near Mud Greek. University of Kansas commencements begin Saturday. Notables including Beare Kreeck, Clyde Hosford, and others attended a Shriners gathering in Leavenworth. Sigma Chi to host farewell party at Ecke's hall Friday. M A Gorrill visits Kansas City for the day. Earl Endacott travels to Kansas City to seek Navy enlistment. Prof and Mrs F H Hodder announce an engagement.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
University of Kansas
Beare Kreeck
Clyde Hosford
W. Carmen
W. H. McKone
Smith
Walter Varnum
Je Rter C. Bricken
J. N. Jol
Shriners
Leavenworth
Sigma: Chi Fraternity
Ecke’s Hall
Water works shut down as high water floods Lawrence
High water forced the water works to halt at 8 this morning as levels rose through the night. Fire protection dwindled. the plant remains at risk until the water recedes. cisterns filled for emergency, grounds and machinery flooded, and the bridge and dam declared in danger. Union Pacific and Santa Fe trains halted, Lawrence fire engine tested for efficiency amid flooding.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Lawrence
Massachusetts
New Central Yaboul
C. H. Hoyt
Ottawa
K. U
Union Pacific
Santa Fe
Flashes of Life Highlights Odd Local Tales
A spoof AP column recounts quirky incidents: a Bellefonte man called Silent Jim Marshall vows to kill dogs and loses a windowless pound, Okla student Snakey Norman bitten by a live snake during a lab skinning, and a San Mateo homeowner reports uninvited guests who dined and showered before leaving.
Cycle expert from Eau Claire wowed Waac rider at Abbott
Agnes M. Sonnenfelt of Eau Claire Wisconsin hops aboard a motorcycle with Sgt Bill Anthony at Camp Abbott Oregon. She says she rode as a cycle expert for eight years and once did a 7500 mile solo U S tour. The sergeant dismisses the clippings.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Camp Abbott
Ore
Waac
Agnes M. Sonnenfelt
Eau Claire
Wis
Bill Anthony
U. S
Anthony
Baldwin News Highlights Local Weddings and Community Moves
Topeka insurance meeting attendance noted for Prof and Mrs Alfred E Leach. Marital invitations issued for Phyllis Wheeler and Lt Jordan Hodgkins in Abilene. Kansas bankers leader Herbert W Jacobs, Junction City, is Central National Bank president. New Baldwin residents from Pierce City Missouri move in. Baker summer enrollment includes Hannah Setsuo Tani. Topeka connections: Leach, Wheeler, Jacobs, O By r ne family. Funeral for Sallie Kidder Miller at First Methodist with local tributes. Wayne Robert Weld named baby.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Alfred E. Leach
Topeka
Earl F. Martin
Grace S. Black
Lawrence
Charles W. Wheeler
Abilene
Phyllis
Jordan A. Hodgkins
First Methodist Church
J. L. Miller
Kenneth and
Jerry
Pierce City
Baldwin
Mary Martin
North 6Th Street
Hannah Setsuo Tani
Los Angeles
Cal
Baker
Billy
Bobby O’byrne
Kansas City
Nathan W. .O’byrne
John W. Heaton
Letitia Jeanne Perkins
Northfield
Minn
Richard Nye Schnacke
A. D. Schnacke
Schnacke
Zeta Chi
Massema
N. Y
Aluminum Company of America
Hiram Weld
Memorial Hospital
Wayne Robert
Sallie Kidder Miller
South 7Th Street
Clyde . Brewster
Charles W. Bailey
William’ C. Rice
Lester Horn
Longtime Kansas resident Mrs Miller rests beside husband
Mrs. Miller who died in 1986 lived in Kansas since 1867 later moving to Baldwin from Garnett in 1880. She attended Baker University, worked in a book store and at Hobbs Mercantile, and owned a real estate and insurance office. She was in the Methodist church Eastern Star and Rebekah lodge and leaves two sisters Minta and Marion Charles. Pallbearers included Evans Step hens Lockwood Morris Thorne Huey.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Oakwood
A. P. Miller
Sermon on Science and Religion at First Baptist Church
Tomorrow at 11 am Dr. R A Schwegler speaks on Science the Handmaiden of Religion at the First Baptist Church. Miss Winifred Hargrove sings Peace I Leave with You, choir presents My Soul Is Athirst for God, and organist Mrs Paul C Rankin plays Boellmann and Mendelssohn. Memorial day hymns choir concludes with O Beautiful for Spacious Skies and God of Our Fathers. Senior Baptist Youth Fellowship meets 9:45 am then Dr Forss t C Phog Allen addresses Religion’s Headlines at Myers Hall 7 pm.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
R. A. Schwegler
First Baptist Church
Winifred Hargrove
Sorano
Richmont
Paul C. Rankin
Boellmann
Mendelssohn
Baptist
Myers Hall
Forrast C
Phog” Allen
Community notes from North Lawrence social events and travels
Raymond and Ramona Newman travel to Marshall Missouri for a vacation visit with Mrs. Ella Thompson. Willard Benge returns from Los Angeles to visit his mother Mrs. A. Crisp. Mrs. Rose Hulce and Mrs. Eric Lash visit Lawrence. five Manhattan Bible college students assist at the North Lawrence Christian church. A basket lunch and brotherhood meeting features a mother and son quar tet and talks by Rev. Carter of Haskell Institute on The American Indian. Mrs. Henry Pringle hosts the Past Presidents club of the Spanish American War Veterans. Leonard Wymore, pastor, plans summer studies at the University and will visit during break. A wedding at the North Lawrence Christian church last Sunday. The Christian church youths and Manhattan Bible college girls enjoy lunch in the church basement. Lee Amyx’s son is reported to be in England. Gayle Kessinger arrives on furlough to visit his wife at 827 Maple Street. he is training at Maxey Texas. Junior Carr returns briefly. Lawrence Mills is back in the States for a visit with family. Rex Mills undergoes a tonsillectomy and plans to enlist in the Army Air Corps. Archie Mills is well and soon to be sent from the outpost. Radio sets in tanks cost about 500 dollars.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Raymond
Ramona Newman
Marshall
Ella Thompson
Willard Benge
Los Angeles
Calif
A. Crisp
Rose Hulce
Memorial Hospital
Eric Lash
Tonganoxie
Lawrence
Bessie Mason
Manhattan Bible College
North Lawrence Christian Church
Centenary Methodist Church
Wilbur Piné
Deweese
Lindley
Carter
Haskell’ Institute
Henry Pringle
Leonard Wymore
Princeton
Christian Church
S. M. Amyx
Lee
England
Gayle Kessinger
Maple Street
Maxey
Tex
Junior Carr
Lawrence Mills
States
Jim Mills
Rex Mills
Army Air Corps
Archie Mills
Floods Claim 21 Lives as Rivers Reach New Highs
Across six states flood waters topped records with Cape Girardeau Mississippi at 42.4 feet and Pine Bluff Arkansas at 33.78 feet. Beards town Illinois officials reported slight leaks but expected levees to hold. Morriston Arkansas saw three drownings as river levels surged while Army engineers remained hopeful the levees would endure.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Beardstown
Ill
Illinois
Frank Wessel
Stanley Harwick
Mississippi
Ohio
Cape Girardeau
Arkansas River
Pine Bluff
Ark
Arkansas
Morriston
Appointment of Edward F. McGinnis as assistant pastor
The Most Rev. Paul C. Schulte bishop of Leavenworth appoints Rev. Edward F. McGinnis as assistant pastor of the Church of St. John the Evangelist in Lawrence. Father McGinnis, from Topeka by birth, trained at Lafayette Zacuarinen and Lincoln high schools, St. John Military Academy Hays, and St. Thomas Seminary Denver. He was ordained May 12 1948 in Leavenworth Cathedral by Bishop Schulte. Father Cowell O Neill remains pastor.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Paul C. Schulte
Diocese of
Leavenworth
Edward F. McGinnis
Church of St. John the Evangelist
Lawrence
Father McGinnis
Topeka
Altho
Horton
Lafayette
Zacuarinen
Lincoln High School
St. John Military Academy
Hays
St. Thomas Seminary
Denver
Cathedral of the Immaculate Conception
Schulte
Cowell O’neill
Logistics and duty bind a nurse in Pacific war saga
Beth receives a crucial tactical assignment from Major Brit Jackson as the island braces for an air raid. He vows to physically be present at every emplacement while Beth mans the field telephone from headquarters awaiting the moment to relay orders.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Brit
Beth
Washington
London
Britain
Brit Jackson
Island
Radio Program Lineup for Saturday Evening May 29
A dense schedule lists KMBC WDAF WREN stations airing varied programs from 5:30 PM to 8:30 PM and into Sunday. Notable items include The Treasury Star Parade, Truth or Consequences, Grand Ole Opry, Ed Tomlinson, Boston Pops, and NBC programs, with multiple news, music, and comedy slots across stations.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
KMBC
WDAI
Cavaliers
WREN
Treasury Star
WDAF
Nefws
Falcon Adventures
Toes Gagnet
Navy
IKMBC
Missouri Survey
The
Yanks
Ellery Queen
Sanderson & Crummitt
Abie
Roy Porter
Boston Pops
Hobby Lobby
Edward Tomlinson
John
Gunther
Talley
Frazier Hunt
Les Brown
Muehlebach
Grenadho Marx
Ray Heatherton
Kimibc
Freddie Martin
Orch
Statler
Ray Pearl
Charlie Spivak
Symphony
Upton Close
Wake Up
America
aArmy
A. Kostelanetz
John Tompkins
Green Hornet
Homer Rodeheaver
NBC Symphony
Wren—Gunther & Vandercook
Wren—Musical Steelmakers
London
Catholic Radio Hour
Dear John
K131bc
Melody Ranch
Wren—Gildersleeve
Drew Pearson
KMBBC
Jack Benny
Mary Ann Mercer
Charlie McCarthy
Walter Winchell
Jimmy Fidler
Fred Allen
Radio Schedule Snippet with Dances and News Blocks
A dense listing of radio programs across WREN KMBC WDAF and other stations shows orchestras hosts and news segments from 3:45 to 11:30 with musical performances talk shows and national news updates including Gabriel Heatter and United Press. Summary reflects a busy era broadcasting lineup.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Wren
Dorothy Thompson
KKMBC
WDAF
KMBC
Earth and Happiness
Gabriel Heatter
Les Brown
Orch
Momento Musicale
Joe Venuti
Vesper
Nation
Freddie Martin
A.P
Mal Hallett
Rosé Morgan
Jan Savitt
KMBO Sunday Forum Open Discussion on Following Jesus Today
KMBO airs a weekly 8:30 Sunday morning program without a formal title where ministers educators and other locals discuss timely topics titled Do we dare follow the teachings of Jesus in the present world The segment aims to frame listeners for church services with unscripted dialogue led by KMBO’s program director Edwin Browne.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
KMBO
Edwin Browne
Edwin E
Jesus
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