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Newspaper
Lawrence Journal World
Location
Lawrence, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Sep 07, 1940
Page
4
Delay on Conscription Postponement Amid Political Debate
Congressman Lambertson frames opposition as minority in a letter. House action delays conscription 60 days to gauge the army effort to enlist 400,000 in two months. The administration deal transferring 50 destroyers to the front line may allow more time for a broader defense program, but only if used effectively.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Lambertson
House
Lamberston
Congress
Is Adolf on the Way The German air campaign against England
The piece notes intensified German bombing of English cities as a signal Hitler may soon cross the channel. It discusses whether the raids aim to soften British resolve for an expected invasion and cites German acknowledgment that Britain will demand more of this treatment than others encountered.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
England
Hitler
Channel
Air war losses divide Britain and Germany claims
The article notes rival nations publish inflated daily loss figures and stresses both sides seem to have limited reserves for immediate needs. It points out British pilots are fewer in captivity and often return to combat after bailing out, while German fliers in England become prisoners, signaling an advantage tied to air combat proximity to home ground.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
England
Nazi take Balkans as Romania shifts to puppet monarchy
The report says Romania has fallen under Nazi influence with King Carol abdicated and his 18 year old son poised to become king under immediate Berlin control. Hitler's fifth column claims another victory in the Balkans amid these succession arrangements.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Carol
Berlin
Rumania
Hitler
Balkans
Work Begun Before Outbreak of Present European War
The project began prior to the outbreak of the current European war, continuing despite tensions and mobilization across nations. Officials note construction progressed steadily, with plans for completion unaffected by early hostilities.
Campaign issue on presidential term limits dominates Senate hearing
Bishop Hughes argues after campaign excitement ends voters should decide on an amendment fixing presidential term lengths. He says the matter must be addressed before the election, warning Roosevelt’s third term bid blends with national defense, urging Republicans to counter and preserve the tradition against a third term.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Bishop Hughes
Methodist Church
Senate
Roosevelt
Roosevelt and Supreme Court Justice roles debated
The New York Sun notes Roosevelt’s aloof stance once held by justices and removed by him. It asks if a president is less political than a Supreme Court justice as modern roll calls and presidential messages influence rulings.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
New York Sun
Roosevelt
Supreme Court
Japan Likely to Return a Strong Far East Stance
Reports say Japan will answer British and American representations with a firm claim that only Japan has legitimate interests in the Far East. Tokyo’s possible stance follows the army’s wishes, challenging other powers, though Britain and the United States are not expected to agree.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Far East
Tokio
Japan
Nazis Deny Goering Death Claim In Air Raid
The German government officially denies that Field Marshal Goering was killed in an air raid on Britain. It stops short of saying he was absent from air battles but suggests the top Nazi leadership avoids taking unnecessary risks.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Goering
Britain
Berlin orders Rev. Gollwitzer out amid Nazi religious crackdown
Rev. Hellmuth Gollwitzer, who succeeded Pastor Niemoeller after his removal to a concentration camp, is expelled from Berlin by the German government. The regime now treats any discussion of Christian tenets as potentially treasonous and anti Nazi.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Hellmuth Gollwitzer
Niemoeller
Berlin
Canal Defense Strike Tied to External Instigation
Report says workers on Panamia Canal defense projects are being stirred by outside forces. The fifth column has moved underground but remains active in the effort.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Panamia Canal
Intensification of British naval action in the Mediterranean
The piece argues Britain's Mediterranean push includes a surprise bombardment of the Dodecanese bases near Asia Minor. It cites the Anglo American destroyer deal, Alexandria praise, and Rome reports of doubled Eastern Mediterranean strength. It notes Gibraltar passages remain open and Mussolini’s bases threaten Greece and Turkey.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mediterranean
Dodecanese
Asia Minor
Britain
Alexandria
Egypt
England
Mussolini
Rome
Churchill
Strait of Gibraltar
Italy
Strait of
Gibraltar
Africa
Suez Canal
Indian Ocean
Dodecanese Islands
Middle East
Greece
Turkey
Dardanelles
Birth of a Belgian prince and list of local social notes
Belgium rejoices over the birth of a nine pound son heir to the throne through Princess Astrid and Crown Prince Leopold. The column also covers society news from Lawrence and Fort Scott including visits, gatherings, marriages, and upcoming events with names and locations.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Belgium
Astrid
Sweden
Leopold
Frank Skofstad
Frank
Boulder
Colo
F. H. Hodder
William Frowe
Fort Pierce
Fla
Lawrence
R. E. Melvin
Moraine Park
Roger Stanley
Eudora
Lindley
Kansas State Teachers College
Pittsburg
Dean
E. B. Stouffer
Jean
Shingwauk Resort
Minnesota
A. G. Mitchell
Jacob Hammig
Grace
Perky
Lees Summit
Feud Climax as Cattlemen Drive Sheep Over Cliff
Colorado clash between cattlemen and sheep raisers escalates as 3,000 sheep are driven over a precipice. Weather turns cooler, reflecting a tense week in agricultural disputes.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Colorado
Local notes and personnel changes in Lawrence area
Fred Saxman joins Poehler wholesale force as Earl Cronmeyer departs to join the grip. Mrs Shearer buys a notable Indian bust statue now in the store. L N Flint returns to Olathe from vacation to lead Lawrence High School next term amid health setback recovery. Billy Hutson visits city before moving to DeQuincy Iowa to manage an eating house. Graeber Bros rent the Achning building near Barteldes and plan moves after slight delays.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Fred Saxman
Poehler
Earl Cronmeyer
Lawrence
L. N. Flint
Olathe
Flint
Olathe Mirror
Billy Hutson
DeQuincy
Graeber Bros
Achning
Barteldes
Spaulding
Henry Afreet
Petain regime tightens grip as French empire faces threats
In Vichy on September 7, the Petain government seeks unity amid British inspired rebellion in French Africa and a Chinese border clash in Indo China. Weygand is tasked to Africa with broad powers to defend the empire, while de Gaulle’s forces claim Equatorial Africa is with their movement in London.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Vichy
France
French Africa
Indo-China
Petain
Hanoi
Maxime Weygand
Africa
Weygand
Dakar
Senegal
Charles de Gaulle
London
French Equatorial Africa
Roosevelt heads to Hyde Park for rest and work
President Roosevelt arrived at his Hyde Park estate for a few days of rest and work away from Washington. He is to sign a large defense bill still awaiting clearance from departments and attend a clambake at Morgenthau’s nearby home. He plans to craft a speech for September 11 to the International Teamsters union.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Hyde Park
N. Y
Roosevelt
Washington
Congress
Morgenthau
Wiccopee
St. James Eigacopeshite House
International Teamsters Union
Longevity Of Avoyelles County Assessor Marks 107th Birthday
R Louisianian reports Henri Bielkiewicz Avoyelles parish assessor for 30 years quietly celebrated his 107th birthday in Marksville Born in Harve France on September 7 1833 he studied in Paris sailed with the Peruvian navy joined the California gold rush and served as a French interpreter in Cuba His daily longevity routine includes a rest period exercise three meals and a drink of good liquor.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Marksville
Henri Bielkiewicz
Avoyelles Parish
Harve
France
Bielkiewicz
Paris
California
Cuba
Oldest City St Augustine Marks 375th Founding Anniversary
The oldest city in the United States begins three days of pageantry to reenact its founding 375 years ago and depict the first Catholic mass in North America in St Augustine Florida.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
St. Augustine
Fla
United States
North America
Love on the Line Ends with Wedding of Carrie and Mark
Carrie Lane arrives at Sioux Springs to find Mark Deuel recovering from gunfire after a confrontation with Ashton Oaks who aimed to rob the land office. Oaks is killed, and Mark reveals he has earned a homestead west of Rock Creek. Carrie and Mark pledge to build a life together on adjacent homesteads, signaling a joined future.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Carrie Lane
Mark Deuel
Ashton Oaks
Mark
Oaks
Newt Gale
Newt
Deuel
Ashtor Oaks
Sioux Springs
Carrie
Ma Parmley
Land Office
Rock Creek
Taylor’s
Carrier
Taylor
Mystery land swindler Ashton Oaks chased by Mark Deuel
In Sioux Springs Mark Deuel tracks Ashton Oaks alias Emory Ashton, a land swindler selling nonexistent town plots. Carrie aids the pursuit as Newt Gale and Ed Taylor observe events at the livery stable and hotel. Washington confirms Oaks identity through a telegraph wire.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Newt Gale
Ed Taylor
Carrie
Newt
Ashton Oaks
Mark Deuel
Sioux Springs
Mark
Emory Ashton
Ashton
Oaks
Washington
Chicago
Mark Devel
Richmond man elected grand president of Sigma Phi Epsilon
Rod ney Berry of Richmond Virginia was elected grand president of Sigma Phi Epsilon at the closing session of its 19th biennial convention in Los Angeles California on September 7.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Los Angeles
Rodney
Berry
Richmond
Sigma Phi Epsilon
National College Fraternity
Radio Schedule Highlights From September Weekend
A dense rundown lists hosts and programs on WREN KMBC WDAF and other stations for Saturday and Sunday September 7 and 8. It names orchestras, talk shows, news bulletins, religious programs, and live entertainment across time slots. It notes guests like Bob Crosby and Gene Krupa and several station lineups.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ren—Newacast
Fa BC
Daf—Safety Council
Sregne
Scas Woafoh
Vv. Kaltenborn
Wren
Gordon Jenkins
Orc
KMBC
Kansas City Dines
Hollywood
Tomorerow
Aade
WDAF
Wren—Radio Guild
Rustic Cabins
Bobie Orch
MBC
DAR
Rainbow Room
Ray Heatherton
Bob Crosby
A .P
Guy Lombardo
Abe Lyman
Orch
Sterling Young
Herbie Holmes
Chuck Foster
Henry King
Elitch Gardens Orch
Associated Press
Hollywood Country Church
Yvette
Wren—Am
Dental Assoc
Voice of
Hawaii
John Tompking
Catholic Radio
Gray Gordon
Gene Autry
LDS Vesper Service
Charlie McCarthy
Hans Flath
One Man's Family
Walter Winchell
Parker Family
Tyrene Rich
Alien Roth
Columbia
Nature In
Bill Stern
Johnny Messner
Cecil Golly
Muehlebacher
Gene Krupa
Associated Preat News
Jerry Shelton
AlLi Ravella
Moonbeams
Eddie Niebauer
Sacasas
Jimmy Lunceford
NBC
Newacast
Rex Maupin
Johnny McGee
Linwood Cavaliers
Margaret Speaks
Doector
Paul Martin
T. R.ybarra
Blondie
Burns
Allen
K. C. Blues
Amos and
Andy
Belvedere Orch
Hotel Astor
Irene Rich
Hal Kemp
A.P
Fred ‘Waring
Muehlebach
Johnny Richards
Skinny Ennis
Clyde Lucas
Telgnet
Kighton Noble
Rete
Dusty Rhodes
Lake Breeze Orch
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Es the World Company
W. Cc. Simons
J. W
Murray
Dolph Simons
Massachusetts Street
Kansas
Sone
Adolf
Nazi Gaia
Balkanes
Dewitt MacKenzie
Fort Scott
Kan
Mill Creek
Ola
Roy Lawrence
Marion
Olcott
K.U
S. E. Barton
Leila
Clyde
M. Thomas
Thomas
B. H. Dale Printing Company
Jones Store Company
May McClelland
Tomorry
Unice Beal
Struggle For Unity
Sioux Springs House
NEA Service, Inc
Sue Mary Jefferson
Neegas
Optometrist
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