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Newspaper
Lawrence Journal World
Location
Lawrence, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Apr 04, 1966
Page
2
Lawrence Daily Journal World announces staff roles and contact details for the April 4 1966 edition. It lists president editor publisher and department heads, with publishing history and subscription rates for local carrier and mail subscribers.
Lawrence plans accelerate growth with an expected 1658 acres annexed by June 1, about 27.9 percent growth in six months. The expansions will push city area from 9.3 to 11.9 square miles, with large tracts from Haskell land and the University Endowment Association integrating into the KU campus and town layout.
A federal court injunction ended the railroad strike last week, but AFL-CIO Brotherhood of Locomotive Firemen and Engineermen President ignored it and threatened to call off the walkout only if three conditions were met. Railroads cited losses over 5 million dollars and eroding confidence as shippers.
The piece laments a railroad strike where union leaders defied a court order yet faced only weak penalties. It critiques the President's appeals and suggests a harsher approach if employers had similarly flouted the law, warning of growing respect erosion for legal authority.
President Johnson’s anti inflation drive uses imports to curb prices while widening the U S deficit and weakening the dollar. Residual oil and steel import questions highlight the tension as U S mills produce at near capacity and prices rise slightly amid debates on protection versus demand.
In 1956 Emporia Bruckner store was showcased for attractive street entrances. Ottawa voters approved a 770000 flood control bond for the Marais Des Cygnes River. Earlier, 1941 lettermen honored. Kiwanis tree orders near 200. local politics and a libel suit involving former governor Jonathan Davis referenced. KU football coach Franklin Cappon praised at a Chamber event.
Quote from Hebrews 2 18 highlights Christ's suffering and support for the tempted. A prayer asks God to share the burden of grief and commend His courage and trust in the Father during intense suffering for redemption. Amen.
The piece describes a New York gathering in the home of Mr. and Mrs. Blueblood to support abolishing the House Committee on Un-American Activities. Ted Kupferman spoke, guests signed a “Black List” and encouraged abolishment, while Alger Hiss and Russ Nixon were noted as having prior Communist identification. The event featured remarks, humor, and a charitable collection, with two guests reportedly donating $2,000.
Joseph of Arimathea asks Pontius Pilate for Jesus body and, with Nicodemus, wraps it in linen and spices. They place the corpse in a new tomb in the garden and seal it with a large stone to prevent desecration.
Reader asks about lead poisoning from cleaning auto parts with gasoline and symptoms in a 16 year old. Dr Molner explains inhaled fumes and tetra ethyl lead can cause headaches pallor appetite loss nausea neuritis and a bluish gum discoloration. blood cells may suffer and anemia can occur. advise using ventilation and non leaded cleaners such as white gasoline or kerosene.
Washington reports Johnson blocked signing of the cultural exchange agreement after demanding a guarantee that Hello Dolly would tour Moscow. The Broadway musical was redirected to Vietnam for U S troops, delaying the pact briefly before signing.
The Douglas County Science Fair Association thanks the Journal-World for coverage and assistance, noting the 1966 event was high quality and aided by wide circulation. Readers praise editorial support and a countywide effort. Also a letter argues for limits on indecent literature, supporting a city ordinance to protect youths.
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