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Newspaper
Lawrence Journal World
Location
Lawrence, Kansas, United States of America
Date
May 30, 1940
Page
4
A devotional passage cites First John 3 21 22 urging believers to have confidence toward God when their hearts do not condemn them and to ask what they will as they keep commandments and act in a manner pleasing to Him. The text emphasizes faith and obedience as the basis for answered prayers.
Public services decorate graves of Civil War Spanish American and World War veterans. The reflection centers on war’s reach and the nation’s duty to liberty and sacrifice, urging future generations to guard freedom and endure hard times.
Home State stands by Vice President Garner pledging delegation that will give weight at the Chicago convention. Garner enters with a high pledged delegate count while Roosevelt is likely to command a majority if seeking a third term. Observers suggest keeping Roosevelt and Garner on the ticket to prevent a nominating fight or a split.
The defense commission appears advisory with limited powers. The scope of its authority remains uncertain as the public follows its functioning. Amid lingering questions, the nation must endure years under whatever arrangement is finally set, aiming for the most suitable solution.
The whereabouts of King Leo pold are a closely guarded Nazi secret. He is under German protection and spared the need to give explanations, according to the provided text.
The house advances a bill aimed at deporting Harry Bridges, deemed a liability for years due to labor troublemaking. The move tests general judgment that Bridges will not aid American causes in the approaching crisis. The British capture Narvik, now seen as a pallid note amid allies' defeat is being digested as bad news.
The Civil Service Commission will refuse jobs to members of Red and Nazi organizations. It is questioned whether Reds and Nazis want jobs, given relief benefits already available.
A Berlin report states the northern allied army is boxed in an area described as a space hardly bigger than a good sized cattle ranch. The Germans gained Belgium but are limited to a tiny encircled zone.
The administration struggles to persuade manufacturers to ramp up defense production without loosening existing regulatory constraints. The issue centers on balancing war needs with industry freedoms and economic impact.
Recent events reveal that several leaders in the low countries were lower than anticipated by observers. The discourse highlights surprise over the leadership quality and raises questions about governance and accountability.
Wartime fury has destroyed the Louvain library once more. The 1928 rebuild honored American aid with an inscription ultimately omitted. Now, as destruction recurs, the bitterness and death of war flare anew, challenging peace efforts worldwide.
The fellow to watch is not the one who spends others money to reach the presidency but the one who spends too much of everyone else's money to stay in office after winning.
Testimony from Camden New Jersey divorce case says the husband and wife argued nearly constantly over who could use the bath tub first. The disputes allegedly turned weekends into tense home scenes.
The columnist quotes Newton Kan of the Republican praising large men for good nature, suggesting most strong people are kind and unlikely to commit assault and battery, else the world would be in constant conflict.
Amarillo News reports officials caution Dutch residents to not display curiosity toward occupying troops and notes that seeing a Nazi in the front yard has become commonplace.
The note asserts a sweeping wartime aim in a concise, bold line reflecting editorial voice and the era's rhetoric. No additional context is provided to identify people, places, or dates.
Letters to the Editor honor Memorial Day with reflections on sacrifice and duty. The author calls for renewed patriotism, loyalty to democracy, and vigilance against subversive ideologies as Europe faces conflict.
The Viking Press issues Lentil a new picture book by Robert McCloskey a young American artist. The presentation of life in a small American city relies on expressive pictures that tell much of the story and may charm readers including Madam Perkins.
The Ottawa to Lawrence train made a slow first trip as heavy rain stranded Baldwin residents in Lawrence. The Savoy hotel was being repainted. Mrs. Otto Barteldes hosted a dinner for Prof. and Mrs. C A Haskins. Grace Light returned from Iola after a year teaching Latin. Mrs H G Wilson entertained eight guests for dinner in honor of a guest from Sedalia.
In 1939 the American Academy in Rome awarded the Prix de Rome to a American painter. Illustrations from Lentil were included in the exhibit that won the award for Mr. McCloskey. Other black and white books on happy American life will follow. The hero cannot sing or whistle but plays the harmonica.
Paris dispatch reports Belgium's refugee parliament in emergency session will convene Friday in the Paris town hall to decide the king's fate after his surrender to Germany. The assembly already approved his cabinet's abandonment of sovereignty and will also draft new statutes for the government of Belgians in exile.
Secretary Hull said active consideration was given to receiving Belgian refugees in the United States. He noted conversations with British and other governments, private groups, and individuals about refugee problems.
Mrs. and Mr. Fred Williams host Miss Bender who is staying in town for school when high school friends gathered last evening. Adam Schaal from Coal Creek notes the flood situation as Coal Creek Valley floods. Part of the railroad track sustains damage from floodwaters. Coal Creek flows from Baldwin hill to the Wakarusa near Blue Mound.
J H Kennedy from Eu dora and Orr Lang of Chicago visit to push trade as Decoration Day crowds gather for ceremonies. A mad dog at the water works is killed and burned. Mrs Lou Zuttermeister returns from Richmond Ind after her father's illness improves. Memorial Day events honor a local hero at University hall and a memorial tablet is placed. A note warns men against marrying before hearing a crying baby in the next room.
Baker's 82nd commencement will begin next Saturday with a final chapel in Centenary hall. Speaker William A. Bailey, Baker class of 1905, will address graduates amid honors in scholarship and athletics.
The report notes about 10 000 independent oil producers in the United States along with 638 refineries and 250 000 retail oil dealers. It also mentions 10 000 robbers in the context of crude industry risks.
In a tangled melodrama, Larry Collins faces possible execution as Bentley schemes to silence him. Monnie confronts a web of betrayal while plotting to save Collins and expose narcotics smuggling. Bentley’s plan to stage a hidden lynching hinges on Colonel and Barnes and a midnight catch.
Paris May 30 Robert Montgomery American film actor arrived in Paris from London to serve as an ambulance driver with the American field service. He said he joined the volunteers to apply Roosevelt's good neighbor policy. Mrs Montgomery planned to return to the United States on the liner President Roosevelt.
Film comedian Buster Keaton and his bride hosted a wedding party of eight treated to ice cream sodas in Los Angeles. The article notes plans for a June lake wedding in the high alpine setting.
Radio listings show WREN KMBC WDAF stations with news newscasts concerts and comedies from 6 pm to midnight. Highlights include Major Bowes hour Gilbert and Sullivan pieces and Amos and Andy plus sports and weather forecasts.
Keaton and Eleanor Norris wed at the courthouse with Superior Judge Edward Brand officiating. After their ceremony and departure, the couple and eight guests celebrated with ice cream sodas at a drugstore while en route to their lake destination. Keaton, former husband of actress Natalia Talmadge, dismissed champagne suppers as nonsense.
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