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Newspaper
Lawrence Journal World
Location
Lawrence, Kansas, United States of America
Date
May 31, 1941
Page
2
British officers revise the Bismarck’s size after sinking Hood and fighting Prince of Wales. Survivors claim 2,400 onboard including cadets, much larger than the 35,000 ton figure previously cited. Rumors raise questions about Tirpitz and potential Atlantic bases.
The French government in Vichy ordered a census of people aged 15 to 65 in unoccupied France to identify those working or eligible for labor. Foreign diplomatic staffs are exempted from the tally.
The fiscal functions manage revenue and expenditures while currency functions provide money as a medium of exchange. It is essential to keep fiscal and currency powers separate to avoid undermining the economy. The 1934 proclamation reduced the gold content of the dollar from 23.22 to 13.71 grains, making five new dollars equal to about four old dollars.
The first shipload from the United States under the lend lease program arrives at a British port. It includes 1,000 tons of flour 4,000 000 eggs and 120 000 pounds of cheese. W Averell Harriman arrives to oversee delivery Lord Woolton the food minister receives the cargo.
Washington reports the United States will notify the Petain government within days that Vichy acts will determine American judgment of collaboration. Secretary Hull drafts the note to Ambassador Gaston Henry-Haye, replying to Vichy's recent communique. The message cites France's armistice pledges and seeks a policy shift to ease Franco American strains over Syria and allied commitments.
The First Baptist Church will hear an important message from pastor Rev Howard E Koelb who is on sick leave and under observation in Boston. Rev Charles W Thomas will lead the 11:00 worship with choir singing Teach Me To Pray and instrumental pieces. The morning theme is The Sufficient Christ.
Fred A. Armstrong was taken to St. Margaret's hospital in Kansas City Kansas this week. Joe Clarey of Clearfield Iowa, who has been at Memorial hospital for nine days recovering from injuries in an automobile accident near Baldwin, returned home. Miss Helen Dodds returned home this week from Manhattan where she received her B S degree in home economics.
Belleview Grange hosts an ice cream social at the Belleview schoolhouse Tuesday evening June 3 for members and their families.
Topeka May 31 Heads of five state institutions project enrollment declines from defense mobilization may shrink entrance fee revenue by about 20 percent in 1941 42. University of Kansas expected 250 000 last year dropping to about 200 000 while salaries at KU averaged 2736 and 3145 at the 1931 peak. Kansas State College at Manhattan shows similar trends.
Harry W. Colmery, former national commander of the American Legion, said labor disputes must pause during national defense. Speaking to about 3,000 at the veterans facility cemetery in Wadsworth Kansas, he urged workers behind the lines to support those serving, stressing shared duty and fair wages.
Norwegian sources in London report Admiral Bohn, described as Hitler’s naval commander in chief in Norway and friend of Rudolf Hess, died by his own hand in Oslo after a visit from Himmler. Circles say Bohn’s ties to Hess and to Hitler’s deputy influenced his talks, as Hess traveled to Scotland on May 10.
Dublin in ruins after unidentified planes raid the capital killing 62 and injuring about 200. Premier Eamon de Valera toured wreckage and questioned police as relief crews searched for survivors. U. S. Minister David Gray reported bombs near the legation and noted anti air craft fire after midnight with uncertain intent.
Recruiting office for the Lawrence company of the Kansas State Guard opens in the Armory on Monday with Capt Harold K Snider in command He expects civic groups and major local businesses to join the roster He says the effort is a defense job for community order and security Uniforms and arms will be provided with a 3 officers 40 men strength listed
At Corbin Hall and nearby campus, students report spring nerves and odd dreams. Betty Colby limped after a nightmare injuring her ankle en route to finals while Virginia Griswold woke bruised from a dramatic sleep episode. The Pi Kappa Alpha fraternity faces noisy mornings with the Java Jive. Exhibits in Green Hall display Magna Carta and other rare law volumes as the Jayhawker nears its final issue. The KU band prepares for commencement duties and a series of post exams engagements, while the journalism faculty stages the annual backlot baseball game amid finals turnout.
Ed Paasch was taken to Lawrence Memorial hospital after falling from a load of alfalfa on the Carl Gerstenberger farm near Eu dora. Doctors found no broken bones but serious bruising. He will stay several weeks at his brother Delbert Paasch's home in Lawrence.
Brooklyn Dodgers complete a three game series sweep by defeating the New York Giants 5 to 2. Ducky Medwick homered for Brooklyn as the Dodgers stretch their winning streak to eight games while Casey, Brown, and Owen contributed for New York.
Heard in. Lawrence Raymond Springer, longtime worker at Rusty’s Market, will move to Rushton to take over operation of a 900 acre farm. The item notes ongoing community events and local color including commencement banners and Coronado Anniversary preparations.
Mr. and Mrs. Ervin J. Rice and their son Keith of Chanute visit Mrs. Rice's parents Mr. and Mrs. Emery Woodward. Susan Rice has stayed with grandparents for several weeks and will return to Chanute with her parents.
Deaths and funerals: William Jonathan Thayer infant son of Mr and Mrs Sidney Thayer of 309 Elm died yesterday. Survived by three brothers. Civil service moves: Eleanor Reilly named for Omaha post. Paul Beightel and Wesley Steinbring leave school for Fort Riley and Tulsa posts. Mary Duncanson to real estate in Tonganoxie. Civil service exams at Haskell and business college. demand for office workers noted. summer school begins next week. classified ad rates advertised.
Pleasant Valley reports the May 25 wedding of Oscar C Schwarz of Baldwin to Marguerite A Fehle of Lawrence at Trinity Lutheran church. The column lists area social visits, graduations from Liberty Memorial high school and local eighth graders, and multiple family gatherings across Lawrence, Baldwin, and nearby towns.
Bethel Circle No 1 of the Bethel Women's Society of Christian Service hosted an antique party and tea at the Smith-Garber home on May 21 with guests bringing antiques and sharing their histories. Special guests included Mr and Mrs Powers and Miss Elsie Powers of Lawrence, a Burma missionary who spoke about the country and displayed relics. Local social notes follow with varied visits, dinners, and a funeral service attendance for E. B. Dicker in Lawrence.
Mrs. Seele's brother Oscar Schwartz wed Mrs. Marguerite Jehle at First Lutheran in Lawrence last Sunday. Maxine Price visited Lawrence as a weekend guest of Pugs Williams. Sunday dinner honored Mr Tauls birthday with many relatives visiting. Mr Johnston returned to Robinson near Little Rock last Sunday.
Local residents share weekend visits with relatives including Ralph and Mildred Henson of Kansas City and Glen Couch family. A. R. Bell, longtime Chetopa attorney, dies at 78. Matches, showers, and moving plans appear across De Soto area with bridal events and Farm Bureau gatherings noted.
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