Lawrence Journal World 1965 April 27 Front Page
Lawrence Journal World notices show the issue date Tuesday April 27 1965 with staff titles and newsroom details for the World Company in Lawrence Kansas including editors publisher and business staff. It lists subscription rates by carrier and mail and notes Associated Press membership.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
W. C. Simons
the World Company
Sixth
New Hampshire
Lawrence
Kaw
Douglas
United States
Audit Bureau of Circulations
Associated Press
EE Sese Epi
Cataracts and Surgery Facts for Readers
In plain terms a cataract is a clouding of the eye lens that dulls vision. Surgery, performed under anesthesia, safely removes the lens and restores light entry though glasses or contacts may be needed for sharp focus. Diabetes patients may have the procedure. success depends on retina or optic nerve health.
Klan Leaders Volunteer Testimony Before HUAC Circus
Georgia Grand Dragon Calvin Craig and Imperial Wizard Robert Shelton announce their willingness to testify to the House Un-American Activities Committee. They say the Klan has faced unjust publicity and hope Congress spends money to clarify its position while avoiding a circus atmosphere. Craig hints some questions may be dodged without invoking the Fifth Amendment.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
House Un-American Activities Committee
Georgia
Calvin Craig
United Klans of America
Craig
Robert Shelton
Tuscaloosa
Ala
Klan
Martin Luther King
Craig and Co
Japan gifts 3820 cherry trees to Washington sparking red tape
The offer from Japan to donate 3820 cherry trees meets Department bans on imported fruit trees and requires quarantine and testing, creating a diplomatic fuss. Secretary Udall accepted the gesture while Agriculture and State officials seek a resolution amid concerns over plant viruses and U.S. orchard biosecurity.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Washington, D.C
Interior
Stewart Udall
Orville L. Freeman
Department
State Department
White House
Lyndon B. Johnson
Tokyo
Washington
Japan
Marshall Wright
Allan Sherman confronts rock and roll at discotheque
Allan Sherman visits a discotheque to expose the so called enemy of rock and roll. He urged the crowd to quit the scene with a go home get a bath and start a new life chant. The crowd echoed and created a new rock and roll song and dance.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Allan Sherman
May Craig and the White House lights incident
President Johnson faced a light turning off episode in the White House press area involving May Craig of Maine news media. Johnson met with Craig and six other women reporters for an off the record talk after the incident drew media attention.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Johnson
White House
May Craig
Maine
May
Weapons Get New Look in Viet Nam Era Armaments
A Times-Post report describes major changes in U S infantry weapons since World War II and Korea. The M-14 replaces the Garand M-1 while the Browning Automatic Rifle disappears for a modified M-14. The pistol remains Colt 45 and bayonets shrink to eight inches. The M-16, lighter and faster firing, gains popularity with troops, backed by Marine General Greene who champions a lighter caliber family from designer Eugene Stoner and Cadillac Gage Co.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Washington
Times-Post
Korea
South Viet Nam
da Nang
Eugene M. Stoner
Wallace M. Greene Jr
Marines
Stoner
Cadillac Gage Co
Viet Nam
Lyndon Johnson
Lawrence groups showcase civic, arts and sports events
Lew Rankin becomes Lawrence Jaycees president with Stan Harris Harry Starks Byron Sneegas and Glenn Bertrand as officers. Wes Santee eyes a four minute mile at Drake Relays. Kansas League of Women Voters holds state convention. Plays on Lucy Stone life staged including Taxation without Representation. Maud Ellsworth spoke in Cincinnati. Band stand under construction at 8th and Mass for Music Week with EU Haskell and FAU bands to perform. Chamber of Commerce hosts 50 junior high boys for Boys Week luncheon.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Lew Rankin
Lawrence Jaycee
Stan Harris
Harry Starks
Byron Sneegas
Glenn Bertrand
William McClelland
Wes Santee
Kansas League of Women Voters
Lucy Stone
C. F. Nelson
Baldwin
Maud Ellsworth
Cincinnati
Western Art Association
8Th and
Mass. Sts
Haskell
Chamber of Commerce
Lawrence
Bible Message and Prayer Verse for Today
A devotional note presents John 9 25 as a note of testimony and asks for divine guidance. A prayer asks God to strengthen, uphold, and guide travelers in the path of life through Jesus name.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Jesus
Buckley on Shastri Visit Snub and U S Diplomacy
William F. Buckley Jr argues President Johnson snubbed Indian Premier Lal Bahadur Shastri by postponing a state visit. He notes the clash over Vietnam policy and warns that Johnson could widen retaliation through reduced aid and arms shipments if Shastri is not appeased.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Johnson
Shastri
India
Buckle
Congress
South Viet Nam
America
Lyndon Johnson
Bobby Baker
United States
Viet Nam
Reds
Europe
Khrushchev
Hungary
Tibet
Eisenhower
Camp David
Moscow
Kennedy
Washington
Wheather
Mr. Johnson
Six Months In Viet Nam War Changes In Volumes
Saigon report notes six months alter the Viet Nam conflict with American buildup doubling to 32000 personnel since October. Government fragility persists though war efforts gain momentum, while Washington contemplates continued Vietnamese ground fighting and counterinsurgency.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
U. S
Antiguerrilla
Viet Nam
George
Citizens urge support for teacher salary raises
Mrs. W. A. Moore of 1818 Ind St argues the Lawrence Board of Education should raise classroom teachers' pay to match surrounding cities to keep quality educators, emphasizing teachers' importance besides students.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Lawrence Board of Education
W. A. Moore
Ind, St
Readers invited to share opinions on current topics
The Journal-World calls for letters to the Opinion Page with readers’ views on current topics. Letters over 260 words are preferred, though shorter letters are often more engaging, and space may require condensation. Writers must include names and addresses.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
The
Journal-World
Hal Boyle’s unusual reward trip to a war zone
Hal Boyle recounts being awarded a free two month tour of Vietnam after 30 years at a typing job. He describes the visa process, medical shots, a Pentagon briefing, and farewell with his mother before heading to Saigon to report on U S service members and their experiences.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Viet Nam
Washington, D.C
Pentagon
Department of Defense
Kansas City
Saigon
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Acis Almmerman
RNEST
Pontius Leo Eldler
Bbscope News
Joseph G., Molner
By Teo Sell
Old Home Town
John
William F. Buckley JR
Jack Fossie
North Viet Nam
Hanoi
Hal Boyle
Hal
the Cynic's Corner
Interlands
Fravel
Alabama
Mississipp
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