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Newspaper
Lawrence Journal World
Location
Lawrence, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Sep 02, 1937
Page
4
A biblical quotation is cited from John 6 51 describing Jesus as the living bread come down from heaven. It states that whoever eats this bread will have eternal life and that Jesus will give his flesh for the life of the world.
Senator Ben Ellender of Louisiana favors making Roosevelt a national dictator like Huey Long. He argues the New Deal could become intolerant of public and individual rights, yet notes such tyranny would face tougher conditions beyond Louisiana.
The government plans a light sprinkle of funds to midwest states while the south, led by southern Democrats, will receive a heavy windfall to curb farm tenancy. Congress earmarked about 10 million dollars this year for tenant to owner loans, with Texas set to gain around 920 723 dollars. This pattern follows longstanding relief trends tied to regional politics.
The treasury deficit for the first two months of the fiscal year nearly equals the total Roosevelt estimate for the year. New Deal spokesmen promise a turnaround via higher federal revenues and note small budget cuts, but spending rises offset reductions. Mussolini is reported to be organizing a native Ethiopian army, unsettling Britain and France.
The article questions Mussolini’s aims in Ethiopia as rumors grow that he may mobilize the Ethiopian army for future campaigns. Authorities fear renewed frontier incidents mirroring past Italian advances on Haile Selassie’s realm and seek to gauge Mussolini’s next moves.
Flames and smoke mark new fires as Japan pushes a broad offensive in Shanghai. Chinese lines retreat enough to allow war supplies to be unloaded on the Whangpoo river. Japan claims the river as a belligerent through its use, while foreigners face growing danger and possible evacuation by naval convoy amid an undeclared conflict.
Britain orders capture or destruction of a submarine of unknown nationality following a torpedo attack on a British destroyer in the Mediterranean. Scouting warships seek to identify the undersea craft amid a wave of mysterious hit-and-run assaults blamed on Spanish German or Italian vessels.
Governor Huxman notes there is no list of political affiliations for welfare department personnel. He has not stated whether this proves nonpartisan organization. The governor seems to be nearly alone in worrying about the issue in the state.
Willy Nilly and Jelly Bear led the hare team in a trail and false trail race. Rip and Chubby Bear ran as partners while ducks hosted a pond party. Chubby climbed a tree for honey attracting angry bees and a clash near a pond left Rip in distress. Rip faces trouble as concluding note hints at tomorrow.
Dr. Emil Bogen argues that hard times may boost health while prosperity can worsen it. The piece notes wartime health improvements and a steady decline in crude mortality during economic downturns, offering initial ideas to explain the paradox and its implications for public health.
A discussion cites studies by Dr. Bogen and others arguing health trends follow mood and wealth. He links higher mortality in boom times to stress and poorer nutrition while prosperity reduces meat intake and shifts diets. Diabetes rates are claimed to fall with prosperity and rise in low mood periods.
A mix of short blurbs covers oddities from Norwalk social security mixups to Jocko the monkey in Oklahoma City and a six week old alley cat. A Nebraskan farmer saves his clothes and radio from a fire, Washburn registrar to retire, and a stolen 1937 Ford coupe from Topeka with a dark tan suit inside.
Mr and Mrs H A Jetmore return from three months in the central states and Canada. R E Protsch back after eleven weeks in Europe visiting England and six countries on the continent. Miss Katherine Reding to teach Spanish at University of Richmond this fall. Various locals travel, teach, or entertain as paving, staff changes, and a fishing party highlight the week. Key names include Morrison Land Agency purchase by E C Bussing, D A McClure elected senior major, and a North Lawrence fire incident.
Twenty five years ago Lawrence paused work for Labor Day with noon shutdowns and a large crowd at Woodlawn park. The Knights and Ladies of Security of Eastern Kansas staged a 35 piece band concert and a daylong program drew over 500 visitors. A Wilson for President club plans county headquarters in Douglas County with S A Riggs as chairman.
Forty years ago in Lawrence J C Shaw of Holton plans to attend school this fall. Dr Wylie G Woodruff arrives as Kansan University football coach. Prof M A Barber W K Palmer and H B Newson return for KU opening. Invitations sent for wedding of Tiasea F Pickett and Thomas Newby Jr both of Kansas City on Monday September 6 at the Friends church.
Wealthy yacht owner Pres cott Fanning abducts Janet in Baltimore, a federal agent Neill chases the case to Absalom Harbor. Bonniger, the stern local official, leads the investigation while crowds surge with reporters. Neill seeks access to the core inquiry as events unfold.
The Soil Conservation Service displays two farm models showing before and after erosion control. The exhibit highlights strip cropping, terracing, tree planting, crop rotation, pasture improvement and weed control. Fall favors terrace work with dry ground and less winter frost. Terraces can be built by teams or engines. grazing and maintenance extend lifespan. West Tally Creek area terraces progress. 17 miles built in August, few layouts remain. A farm pond project with J F Cunningham nears completion, involving a rebuilt earthen dam, fresnos, a masonry arch spillway, and water control devices. all CCC labor. China reference notes ancient civilization.
A church member argues for bringing in a man from out of town to lead public prayers, expressing concern that local members know too much about every visiting man who prays.
Residents report dinners visits and arrivals across Lawrence Gardner DeSoto and Eudora. Ed Strong and family hosted in Vinland while Corel welcomed a new baby girl at Memorial hospital Lawrence. The Ladies Aid and Women’s Foreign Missionary Society held gatherings and plans for September elections.
A lengthy listing of radio programs across WREN KMBC and WDAF for Friday evening, with performers such as Ashburn Bratton, Patti Chapin, Benny Goodman, Don Fernando, Tommy Dorsey, and more. The page also includes brief local notices about school openings, visits, teachers institutes, and family news from nearby towns.
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