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Lawrence Journal World

Location

Lawrence, Kansas, United States of America

Date

Sep 02, 1939

Page

5

Roosevelt’s Sixteen Blunders List Probed By Source

A unnamed southern Democrat previews a list of sixteen major Roosevelt blunders with the fifteenth due next Monday. He cites irritation at the labor board and wage and hour division, accusing the National Labor Relations Board of partisanship toward the CIO amid AFL criticism.

Roosevelt National Labor Relations Board Wage and Hour Division C.I.0 American Federation of Labor

Who Wanted War In Hitler era

The piece weighs blame for looming conflict on Adolf Hitler, noting his unpredictable psychology and the repeated war fears used to push Europe toward crisis. It argues Britain and France faced pressure and apologists claimed Hitler sought peace, yet his actions relied on fear and preparation for war.

Hitler Chamberlain Daladier Great Britain France Germany Europe Adolf Hitler

Hoover urges cautious stance as war looms

The former President advocates sympathy for the Allies but urges the United States to speak softly and carry a big stick. He notes the war is not America's making and warns against entanglement while the administration remains cautious.

Hoover America Washington United States Roosevelt

Last-Minute War Guilt Claims in World War Historians

Historians may study last minute exchanges between governments as they assign chief war guilt in the world war, focusing on the shifting blame toward the German government amid wartime diplomacy and public rhetoric.

Germany Offers 16 Point Peace Plan On Eve Of War

A Berlin 16 point proposal to negotiate directly with Poland appeared hours before German forces invaded Poland. Chamberlain told parliament that the British government learned of the offer from broadcasts and that Poland had not replied. Allies question whether the offer was ever truly made as the war began.

Germany Poland Berlin Great Britain France Chamberlain Nevile Henderson Henderson Czechoslovakia

Hats Advertise Cornhusking Contest Draw Crowds in Heat

Big hats bearing the National Cornhusking Contest emblem shading wearers in the hot September streets. The article notes the striking sight of ranchmen in wide brims and a lively public buzz around the event.

Hitler’s Reichstag pledge to wear uniform until death or victory

In a speech to the Reichstag the fanatic leader vowed to keep his uniform on until death or victory, promising a swift war and a short conflict. He framed the war as certain to end quickly, bolstering a mood of urgent resolve.

Hitler Reichstag

Lodge drops title dictator from official designations

The American lodge removes the term dictator from its official designations. Members refuse the title even if the finest robes accompany the role.

Hitler pledges eternal friendship with Russia in Reichstag

In a Reichstag speech Hitler announced eternal friendship with Russia, but domestic communists appear unimpressed by the new long term alliance.

Hitler Russia

World of Tomorrow Deficit Compared to World of Today

A Star review laments Grover Whalen's World of Tomorrow running a large deficit and failing to surpass Franklin Roosevelt's World of Today, implying no notable improvement. The remark frames the exhibit as disappointing rather than innovative.

Grover Whalen World of Tomorrow Franklin Roosevelt

You can tell the old fashioned American

A Bre Herald Journal item notes the old fashioned man is the one who keeps his shirt tail tucked in describing a modest style reflected in local attitudes.

Herald - Journal

Americans to sail as martial law grips Netherlands

The Netherlands government declares martial law and allows military action as Americans flee Germany. A group of Americans will board the Statendam for America on the night of September 4, sailing from Amsterdam.

Amsterdam London Netherlands Germany America

Golden wedding honored at Ewing home September first

Mr and Mrs John H Ewing celebrated their golden wedding at the home of their son Dwight M Ewing 529 California street. The wedding of Miss Gertrude Way to Frank R Strong took place at the Alpha Delta Pi house with Rev Charles W Thomas officiating.

John H. Ewing Dwight M. Ewing California Street W. H. Cadwell Jimmie Moore Winfield Scott John Glidden Frederick Burnett Waldo Kluss Herbert Bullene, Jr Ernest West Oliver Hobbs Ernest Pontius Charles Guffin Ethan Smith Gertrude Way William Lee Way Frank R. Strong Frank Strong Alpha Delta Pi House Charles W. Thomas Donald Burnett Howard Taylor Lawrence Boles New York City Sarah Evelyn Claassen Ithaca N. Y Betty Jane Thomas Nina Carr Owosso Mich Katherine Clark Osborne Kan Henry Hood Burnett Meta Murphy

Roosevelt’s Neutrality Debate Reevaluated

The column argues Roosevelt openly favors Britain while claiming neutrality. It says his proposed law abandons neutrality and ties us to Europe’s conflicts. It warns that United States leadership framed to aid one side loses neutral stance and risks American responsibility for Europe’s fate.

United States Congress Britain Roosevelt Congress of Europe Great Britain Hitler Mr. Roosevelt Munich

Bremen Liner Secrecy Shrouds Position At Sea

Copenhagen dispatch reports the liner Bremen bound from New York with no passengers is "somewhere at sea" and uncontacted. Officials had searched the ship for contraband after its Wednesday night departure and have not heard from the vessel, with a possible arrival in Bremen expected tomorrow or Monday.

Copenhagen Lloyd Bremen New York Monay

Governor Ratner Warns Against Propaganda At Fair

Gov. Payne H. Ratner addressed a 4 H club fair audience in Osage City urging a level head as propaganda approaches. He warned against foreign entanglements but said preparedness for conflict is necessary.

Osage City Kan Payne H. Ratner

Norway Proclaims Neutrality Amid European War

Oslo Sept. 2 King Haakon announced Norway's absolute neutrality in any European conflict.

Norway Oslo Haakon

Summer leisure and local notices in Potterlake

Potterlake enjoys a busy summer with Ralph Sproull supervising safe youth activities. A fire at Herman Broeker's hardware on 834 Massachusetts street was quickly put out by the fire department. Other items note travels, a wedding in Kansas City, and plans for fall returns to Delta College.

Potterlake Ralph Sproull K. U Herman Broeker Massachusetts Street W. O. Hamilton Cable Wis C. K. Dow Will Hess Pratt Robert Keith Kansas City Delta College Caleb M. Luther Ethel Benjamin Arthur Babb Babb H. B. Peairs Ruth Peairs Helen Peairs Washington, D. C Ruth George Washington University

Teachers Assigned to Town and Nearby Areas

Miss Maud Garrett leaves tonight for Greenleaf to teach school. Miss Nell Buchanan will teach in Blackwell Oklahoma. Miss Claribel Lup ton will teach in Arkansas City. Helen will probably go to the National School of Arts and Sciences.

Helen National School of Arts and Sciences Maud Garrett Greenleaf Nell Buchanan Blackwell Oklo Claribel Lupton Arkansas City

Local society notes include arrivals and events

Miss Anna Gustafson entertained at her New York street home. William Crutchfield returned from New England. The M A A club hosts a reception for F M Barteldes at the clubhouse tonight. Dr Braun and family depart for Omaha. J P Banker and wife plan an east visit. A E Langworthy arrives as university chemicals custodian and will live at 1009 Kentucky street. Miss Florence Clarke travels to Kansas City for Mollie Brewer and Bert J Priece wedding. Edna Honnold leaves for St Marys College Quincy NL. W A Griffith arrives as fine arts instructor at K A and will board with Mrs Bullen. his unfinished portrait is on display at Rowland & Hall's. Methodist ladies announce a lawn social at Mrs Stanford’s 1038 Rhode Island street this Saturday evening with cake and ice cream for 15 cents after 6 o’clock.

Anna Gustafson New York Street William Crutchfield New England M.A.A. Club F. M.barteldes Dr. Braun Omaha J. P. Banker A. E. Langworthy Atchison University Willl Kentucky Street Florence Clarke Kansas City Mollie Brewer Bert J Priece Edna Honnold St. Marys College Quincy W. A. Griffith K. A Bullene Rowland & Hall's Stanford Rhode Island Street

Rheumatoid Arthritis Ties to Emotional Stress Explored

The article reports a study of 50 rheumatoid arthritis patients and 25 with varicose ulcers, finding many showed emotional stress linked to disease onset. It notes various proposed causes from infections to nervous system factors and cautions stress does not prove causation.

Boston

Murder on the Boardwalk Unmasked by Clairvoyant Twist

Christine Thorenson uncovers a web of deceit on the boardwalk. Inspector Parsons and Jaspar trap Mr. Wilmet after Chandra the clairvoyant exposes a scheme tied to Mrs. Talbert and a missing nephew. Emma Talbert's note confirms nonregistered bonds and a fatal confession closes the case.

Chandra Wilmet Mrs. Talbert Mr. Wilmet Theone Earl Talbert Inspector Christine Thorenson Jaspar Emma Talbert

Captain's Creek Social Notes and Local Gatherings

Local families from Captain's Creek and nearby communities share visits and dinners. Highlights include trips to Florence and Kansas City, church events, reunions, and a missionary program at Captain's Creek Methodist church led by Rev. Omar Watson.

Radio Schedule Plate Highlights September 2 to 4

Radio listings show a dense schedule across WREN KMBC WDAF and others with programs from 5:30 p.m. to 7:00 a.m. featuring news, music orchestras talk shows and variet ynumbers. Notable acts include Ricardo Kalbc Jackson Teagarden Maurice Spitalny and Bob Crosby orchestras with frequent weather forecasts and NBC CBS and syndicated programs.

Wren KKMBC Wdaf—Safety Council Ricardo Kalbc WDAF Dorothy Thompson KMBC Hollywood Jackson Teagarden Brent House Quizz Avalon Arch Obolera Maurice Spitalny Cemel NBC del Courtney Newacast Harry James Biltmore Little Jack Little Wren—Whisborne Muehlebach Bob Crosby Jack Jenny Eddie Duchin Ben Bernie Nighthawks Joe Ludy Will McCune Orch Father Coughlin K. C Milwaukee Spelling Lee Ray Perkins Paul Laval Wren—Radio Guild WDAI LDS Vesper Service WDAK Charlie McCarthy Hans Flath Hollywood Playhouse Walter Winchell Norman Thomas WRIEN Voice of Hawaii Cheerio Joe E. Brown Associated Press Ikkmbc WDAP Phil Levant Abe Lyman Aldrich KMHU WRIN Fats Waller KALBC LDS Cedar Point WDAKF Edison Orch Wreen—Orchestra van Alexander WRAF Muehlebacher Clancy Carlos Molina Moonbeams George Hall Freddie Martins Sherman Oreh WRHN KXMBC WKMBC Jimmy Allen Science Deuce Cavaliers Order of Adventurers Voice of Firestone WDAIF I. Q. Wren Guy Logbardo Horace /Heidt Gray Gordon Wresen National Orrin Tucker Erskine Hawkins Freddie Martin Tony Cabot Wren—A Marsho Happy Felton NBC Orchestra

U S Exports of Aircraft Reach 1938 Totals

In 1938 the United States exported aircraft and accessories totaling 28 million 500 thousand dollars. Of this, Japan imported 11 million dollars worth and Latin America 12 million 600 thousand dollars.

United States Japan Latin America

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