Lawrence Journal World Masthead 1964 Front-Info List
Lawrence Journal World published daily except Sunday by World Company at Sixth and New Hampshire Streets Lawrence Kansas. Editors and managers listed include Joseph Simons Jr president publisher and managing editor Hack Alm M News editor Vanes Pontil Advertising Manager Leo Fuller Business Manager W C Simons editor 1891 to 1952. Subscriptions rates provided for local Douglas counties by mail elsewhere in the United States prior year rate. Friday Evening April 24 1964.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Tolph Simons
Doseph
Simons JR
Vier Pres
Bild Mayer
Hack Alm M
Vanes' Pon Til
Leo Fuller
the World Company
Sixth
New Hampshire
Lawrences
Kan
Douglas
United States
Lawrence
Nan
Audit Bureau of Circulations
the Associated Press
Lawrence educators Mrs. Six and Dad Perry honored on retirement
Lawrence community salutes Gladys Six and L R Perry for 22 and 38 years of service. Supt. Carl Knox cites love of people dedication hard work and broad guidance. Retirees plan continued community involvement and inspiring future teachers. National Merit winners Erik Wright Sara Paretsky noted on same page.
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Lawrence Education Association
Gladys Six
L. R
Dad) Perry
Lawrence
Mrs. Six
Dad Perry
Six
Midwest
Perry
Supt. of
Carl Knox
Journal-World
Erik Wright
Sara Paretsky
Lawrence High
James A. Sterritt
Kansas University
Sterritt
Wright
Miss Paretsky
Prof
Draft Study Opens Soon
A Pentagon study ordered by President Johnson will project the kind and size of armed forces the United States can maintain after 1967 without conscription. It will assess manpower outlook, training needs, and potential volunteer quality amid a postwar baby boom and current high electronics demand.
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Washington
Times-Post
Pentagon
Lyndon B. Johnson
United States
Defense
William Gorham
Gorham
Armed Services
John F. Kennedy
Johnson
Defense Department
Rain Revival Lifts Lawrence After Prolonged Drought
After 1963 ended with a 13 inch moisture deficit, Lawrence sees rain boosting moisture for 1964. Four months in, area is about an inch ahead of normal with higher soil moisture, improving crop prospects, lawns, and water bodies amid a long drought.
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Lawrence
Region Accepts More Rain to Offset 1963 Drought
The region shows willingness to take additional rainfall to alleviate the moisture shortage felt during the frustrating year 1963. Local officials note the need for sustained precipitation to replenish reservoirs and soil.
Lawrence Memoirs Reflect KU Honor Roll and Local Events
The 1954 note lists David Hill and Sam Van Meter Jr. among 18 KU men elected to the Owl Society. It also mentions Dr. H Penfield Jones’s reappointment to the State Board of Health. Earlier years note the 1939 Episcopal convention in Lawrence and KU chancellor congratulations, plus Phi Beta Kappa members and local education staff. 1924 highlights include Education Day banquet and Will Grisen's 40th birthday.
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David Hill
Sam van Meter Jr
Lawrence
Owl Society
H. Penfield Jones
State Board of Health
Diocese of Kansas
Episcopal Church
M. W. Malott
Abilene
Phi Beta Kappa
Doris Stockwell
Lindley
Ray Nichols
Elizabeth Rupp
Kansas
National Congress of Colored Parents and Teachers
Lincoln School
H. P. Smith
Wiedemann’s
H. A. Rice
Will Grisen
Today’s Bible Message Prayer Note
A devotional prayer excerpt from II Corinthians 6 1 urging believers to receive God’s grace and seek forgiveness and strength to live Christlike. The prayer asks for God’s love and redemption for all mankind in faith and in Jesus name.
New Orleans Cafes Draw Fire Over Waiting Lines
Veterans recalling wartime lines condemn New Orleans sidewalks outside Latin Quarter eateries as demoralizing and tainting the city’s image. The piece notes crowds outside bars while diners wait long hours, risking lost appetites and ironic echoes of military discipline.
Observance of Flag Etiquette Promoted by American Legion
Letters from Lawrence readers urge proper flag respect during hoisting and review ceremonies. The American Legion and Auxiliary promote etiquette guidance, including faces the flag and salutes whether in uniform or civilian dress. The page also shows arguments on freedom of religion and expressions of faith in public life.
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Journal-World
Lawrence
American Legion
American Legion Auxiliary
Department of Kansas
Carl A. Reuter
Americanism
Dorsey
Liberty Post No. 14
Tom Jones film praised beyond bawdiness in Fielding era
The piece corrects a Wednesday editorial stating the film was based on an ancient George Fielding novel, noting it draws from Henry Fielding's eighteenth century work. It lauds the film as a technical masterpiece with London and hunt scenes, and highlights four nominated supporting actors and the Oscar winning music.
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England
Henry Fielding
Jerry L. Ulrich
Ohio St
Journal-World
Tom Jones
George Fielding
London
Fielding
Defense of Jones Critiques Historical Judgment In Letter
The writer rebukes the recent editorial on Tom Jones arguing Henry Fielding’s novel dates to about 200 years ago, not 2000, and questions treating it as ancient. It defends Fielding’s work against perceived ignorance and imbalanced criticism.
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Journal-World
Tom Jones
Henry
George
Fielding
Ethics column questions Fielding film depiction
A reader railing at a published editorial for exposing a movie's indecency questions the author's portrayal of a character as Christian amid underhanded acts. Floyd Horowitz of 505 Ohio St. comments that such irony could mislead readers with lower standards.
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Matter OF
Journal-World
Fielding
Floyd Horowitz
Ohio St
Congress and Prayer Defense of Bible in Schools
The piece argues public schools should include Bible study and prayer as part of American Christian democratic values. It warns that excluding Christianity while teaching atheistic materialism harms students and constitutional religious freedom, urging tolerance of all faiths.
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Journal-World
Republican Convention Rebukes Governor Anderson in Topeka
A reader letter from A. E. Sherrill of Topeka argues Gov. Anderson faced sharp GOP delegates in Topeka over fiscal excess and alignment with Fred Hall. The writer warns of potential repudiation if a Democrat runs on a tax conservative platform.
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Anderson
Topeka
Fred Hall
Freddie
State Senate
Hall
Spirit of Goldwater
Kansas
State Chamber of Commerce
Wichita
A. E. Sherill
5Th St
Prisoner exchange notes from James B. Donovan
James B. Donovan recounts arranging a successful prisoner swap of over 5,000. He notes only three prisoners sent thank you cards, and that Col. Abel, a Soviet spy, thanked him while Francis Gary Powers did not.
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James B. Donovan
Col. Abel
Francis Gary Powers
Timing of medicines depends on purpose and effects
Readers learn when to take drugs before during or after meals A aspirin may irritate an empty stomach while taken with meals reduces risk Digestive aids and appetite stimulants have meal related timing Penicillin and other drugs may require empty stomachs Morning doses suit daily regimens and diuretics avoid nighttime urination Follow doctor instructions for timing and habit formation Additionally sinus trouble can cause eye and temple pain and a booklet is offered
Bantam hens sit on whooping crane eggs to aid extinction fight
Washington AP report says two one pound Bantam hens named Patience and Petulance are incubating a pair of whooping crane eggs. The project aims to hatch new cranes, with the first egg due April 30 and the second around May 2 or 3, as part of a fragile conservation effort by Interior and Fish and Wildlife.
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Washington
Louisiana
U. S
Interior Department
Fish and Wildlife Service
Fish and Wildlife
Ed Begley Finds Fame at Sixty Two After Oscar Win
Hal Boyle reports Ed Begley, at age 62, reached the theatrical pinnacle by winning an Academy Award for his role in Sweet Bird of Youth. Begley, known for kindness, thanked his agent in his acceptance, and recalls a lifelong rise from a rough youth through radio roles, stage work, and Hollywood film credits.
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New York
Ed Begley
Begley
Hartford
Conn
Ife
Hollywood
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Ted Sell
Los Angeles Times News Service
Old Home Town
Jack
New Orleans
South
By Jack Zimmerman
Latin Quarter
Christ
Catherine Weinaug
Stratford Rd
Jones
Editor
DR. Joseph
Molner
R.C.M
J.H
Hal Boyle
the Cynic’s
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