Lawrence Daily Journal World Editorial Details
Lawrence Daily Journal World information page lists staff roles including editor Dolph C. Simons Sr. and publisher president, plus 1854 establishment, address, phone, and subscription rates for various regions including Douglas County, Kansas and the United States.
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Journal-World Stands For and Community Ethos
A 1973 notice emphasizing the Journal-World’s commitment to accurate reporting, separation of opinion from news, protection of citizens’ rights, sympathy for the disadvantaged, exposure of dishonesty in public affairs, and support for community improvements. Dated Saturday evening, April 21, 1973.
Is the United States headed toward a dictatorship
A column warns that wage and price controls and new environmental and car safety measures foreshadow creeping central control. It argues liberty erodes as penalties rise for car modifications, fuel policy tightens, and press freedom is pressured. The piece likens this drift to Caesar, Napoleon, and Hitler, urging vigilance to preserve democracy.
Relays parade thrills Lawrence amid sunny, records forecast
Spectators enjoyed a sun drenched Kansas Relays parade in downtown Lawrence as temperatures rose into the 70s and Memorial Stadium prepared for track and field record attempts. John Lowther named Centennial School principal by Supt Carl Knox in the fall. KU student Charles Garretson injured in a three car wreck near town. County veterans honored include District Judge Hugh Means and court reporter Ethel High. Frank Gray, probate judge since 1938, noted for wartime service. In Topeka, state business manager Ben Franklin to spend 150000 on groceries and supplies for Kansas institutions. Carolyn Gerecke of Lawrence High won third in KU journalism contest. A suit challenging the cash basis law awaits Supreme Court review led by Atty. Gen. Roland Boynton.
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Lawrence
Memorial Stadium
John Lowther
Riverton
Centennial School
Supt
Carl Knox
Hugh Means
Ethel High
Mildred LeSner
T. R. Gerhart
Topeka
Ben Franklin
Kansas
Carolyn Gerecke
Supreme Court
Roland Boynton
Daily Bible Prayer Message for Guidance and Comfort
A devotional prayer asks for God's grace through all life’s experiences. It seeks eternal guidance during trials including the valley of death and requests inner quietude and a joyful spirit. Amen.
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God
Nation confronts the Vietnam war era afterglow
The piece weighs the end of America's longest war, noting a muted victory and lasting national doubts. It highlights shifting public opinion from hostility to cautious healing, cites New York reception for veterans, and calls for perspective on Vietnam’s legacy and future defense priorities.
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TS. Eliot
America
Food Savings Tips Backfire On Shoppers
A column describes how government tips during inflation push up prices and spark shortages. Shoppers chase cheaper meats like flounder and calf brains while onions and horse meat become hot commodities, causing rapid price swings from radio guidance.
The Target of Radicals What Happened To Herrnstein
A Commentary critique argues Harvard and other campuses harassed Richard Herrnstein after his IQ work. It notes posturing by radicals, campus disruptions, and administration inaction, while asserting Herrnstein shows genetics play a role alongside environment in intelligence.
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U. S
Hue
Richard Herrnstein
Harvard
Prof
Herrnstein
Northeastern University
Boston
Readers Debate Sidewalk District and Motorcycle Safety Concerns
Letters from George E. Tennyson and Greg N Wade criticize city sidewalk plans in the 19th Iowa 23rd Louisiana area and dispute broad characterizations of motorcyclists. They urge accountability, shared responsibility between motorists and cyclists, and safer bike lighting and behavior.
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Iowa
23Rd
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City Commission
George E. Tennyson
Carolina St
Greg N. Wade
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