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Newspaper
Lawrence Journal World
Location
Lawrence, Kansas, United States of America
Date
May 31, 1940
Page
4
A religious reflection cites 1 John 5 14 affirming belief that petitions aligned with God's will are heard. The note emphasizes faith and assurance in divine response through prayer.
The northern allied army after Belgian surrender fights on despite defeat. Dutch, Belgian, British, and French elements resisted, some withdrawn to fight again. The sacrifice and loyalty of all units, in adversity, stand as a model for history. Their devotion in Flanders inspires continued resistance for the Allies.
A historical editorial urges Congress to decide on essential defense points and end non-combatant bans for favored groups. It calls CCC youths to take full responsibility as citizens and accept under arms service if needed, arguing the government should not bar such participation in national emergencies.
German reporting hints that the young king Leopold may have betrayed early on delaying his army and hindering allied cooperation. Berlin authorities say the German general in chief led talks with Leopold signaling a fifth column inside allied lines as part of the broader attack strategy.
The fragment notes a growing suspicion of Leopold’s motives as the German western aggression commenced. It underscores a link between royal plans and battlefield strategy amid the early stages of hostilities.
The article argues that millions in relief appropriations should be redirected to defense. It criticizes the hesitation to shift funds and asserts a larger transfer would reduce unemployment and fill jobs, without raising taxes or overburdening government. Congress should repurpose existing expenditures for the defense program.
The rose garden in South Park begins to bloom contributing rare colors to summer scenery in Lawrence. Flowers have flourished this spring as households reap rewards from patient gardening. Front and back yard gardens delight passersby as favorable weather brings colorful blossoms to nearly every street in Kansas.
Reports indicate Italy faces key decisions in the next days about joining the war with Germany. The outcome would deeply affect the allied cause, and Mussolini may delay action due to the grave implications for Italy itself.
Obituary recalls Will Griffith a native of Emporia Kansas who grew up here in the late 1840s and trained as a painter in Paris. He lived in Lawrence and later on the Pacific coast where he produced landscapes and portraits earning regional fame before his death in California.
The 1939 Hungarian stamp issue commemorates the World Girl Jamboree in Godola Hungary with designs including the Girl Scout lily a Hungary shield the crown of St Stephan and a clover leaf. Other stamps honor Girl Scouts in Romania 1935 and Soviet Russia 1936 with pioneer and scout motifs. The Journal-World Classified Page notes a busy local market for listings.
Washington May 31 Miss Harriet Elliott dean of women at the University of North Carolina becomes the only woman on the new national defense commission. She will oversee price reports and living costs and plans to set up a bureau of statisticians to track butter cabbage and sock prices while maintaining her golf and swimming interests.
Bobby Linden, 12, underwent an appendectomy at St Margaret s hospital after illness Friday and remains in favorable condition. Lucile Gaynor returns from Caney to teach in Kansas City this summer before resuming Caney in the fall. Local visits and travel noted include Mrs G V Longstreth and guest, Rev J M Torrence s vacation Bible school plans, and multiple trips to Lawrence, Kansas City, and Paola for family events and employment updates.
Daily vacation Bible school classes will run June 2 for children from kindergarten to sixth grade, led by Mrs J A Keeler. Local residents and families attend various social events, bridge honors, and Passion play viewings as community notes from Lawrence and Topeka.
The Boers abandoned Prae toria while the world’s military men were astonished by their resistance. Laura and Emma Cox attended a Topeka street fair. Fred Soxman returned to Smith's News Depot. Harry Raymon builds a fish spawning bed at his home. The Tonganoxie academy faces closure with a $1,000 debt. General Funston’s actions in the two Filipino executions are vindicated. Ernest Seidel, a Henry Street butcher, suffered a severe hand wound. Fraternal Alders visited Lyndon after a celebratory trip. Frances Barker plans to visit her sisters in Tola tomorrow.
Daily classified page sees thousands of prospective buyers and sellers. Call 22 and ask for an Ad-Taker to place your ad or browse current items for sale or trade.
Reporter Larry Collins pursues his brother's killer while rancher Mike Bentley plots a staged car fire to fake Larry's death. Monnie Miles fears the truth and promises marriage to Bentley to trap Larry, who suspects narcotics smuggling amid the deadly scheme and a deadly curve set to claim him.
In a tense scene, Bentley and Bill threaten, gag, and coerce Collins and Larry. They plan to move a car with a TNT fuse to kill him, while framing Monnie with hidden dope to silence her. Larry fights back, aiming to stop the ambush and expose the criminals.
Glen Charles Champion born April 24 1918 near Lawrence Kansas died May 24 1910 in McPherson Kansas aged 22 years 1 month He joined the Church of the Brethren as a youth and remained active He attended Valley Grove and McLouth High School class of 1936 He studied at McPherson College before illness claimed his life Survived by his mother Mrs Fred Champion of Oskaloosa two brothers Harold of McLouth Frederick of Lawrence a sister Mrs Evelyn Bowers of McLouth and many relatives and friends
High Prairie news notes a meeting of the Ladies Ald with 13 members and 3 guests, a June 4 session, and social visits across Baldwin and Kansas City. Alumni events include the Baldwin High School banquet. Franz Johanning and Lois Johanning return for commencements. local families visit and host dinners. The High Prairie baseball team beat Vinland 11 to 8. several residents travel to Leavenworth and Cherokee for visits and weddings.
A detailed listing of Friday May 31 and Saturday June 1 radio programming across WREN KMBC WDAF and others. Includes newscasts sports schedules concerts jazz orchestras and variety shows with many named programs hosts and orchestras.
Sunday with Mr and Mrs Frank Johnson and family joined by Mr and Mrs Harry Hanson of Merriam Kansas for a weekend visit. They spent Saturday and Sunday with Charles Johnson and gathered at the Frank Johnson home Sunday morning.
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