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Newspaper
Lawrence Journal World
Location
Lawrence, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Aug 31, 1973
Page
2
A garbled listing from the Lawrence Daily Journal World presents names and roles including Dolph Simons Sr and Jr, editor and publisher notes, and billing details for the newspaper, with address and contact line and Bureau membership. The fragment reads like a masthead and staff credits.
The author argues that since August 18 the IRA has spearheaded over 30 letter bombs and incendiaries across England and elsewhere. The piece links IRA terrorism to other groups, notes the shift from religious aims to economic and social drivers, and warns that violence corrupts goals and alienates sympathizers.
The piece argues for stricter handgun controls to curb easy youth purchases at discount stores and reduce gun-related injuries. It notes that even with limits, criminals will obtain weapons, but emphasizes that restricting accumulation can lower gun violence and family incidents. It cites states with restrictions showing lower injury rates.
The United States beat Russia on Moscow soil to reclaim basketball pride after the 1972 Olympic setback. The victory on Soviet home court marks a symbolic rebound amid lingering political tensions and media scrutiny.
New York AP reports a shift from bikes as toys to practical transport. By 1960 three point seven million bikes were sold, with rising sales through the decade and into 1971 as ecology and congestion boosted bicycle use. In 1971 sales hit thirteen point nine million and bikes surpassed car sales for the first time.
Carl Russell won first in Vinland Fair tractor pulling with 45 dollars and had top honors at Douglas County Free Fair earlier. Kansas Highway Patrol now uses airplanes for speed checks boosting arrest and conviction rates. 27 KU fraternities prep for flush week. sororities hold spring rush. Frieda Wray and Ray Culbertson wed in Lawrence Topeka pairing.
An Alabama legislative committee approved a bill to grant a lifetime pension equal to three quarters of the governor salary to any governor disabled in office. Gov George C Wallace is paralyzed from an assassination attempt and had said he did not want the measure. The bill has cleared the Senate. In California Nixon resumes advance notice for a private drive with his family and dog after a week of secrecy.
The America Psychological Assny group notes the best progress in correcting the image of women comes from newspapers and magazines. Barbara Seaman and colleagues praised media efforts to present a more accurate portrayal of women in print film theater and television.
The article argues Attorney General Elliot Richardson operates independently of the White House signaling a shift toward a decentralized Justice Department. It notes Pottinger’s aggressive actions and potential policy clashes with traditional Nixon inner circle amid calls to reopen Kent State investigations.
West German Chancellor Willy Brandt emerges as a top global personality. The interview portrays him as jolly, perceptive, and firmly committed to a united Europe with Germany as a leading partner and strong U S ties. Brandt envisions economic first steps toward European unity and stresses shared challenges with France Japan and Russia.
Editor Phyllis Jones argues for a practical, education focused “new world view” for black youth in America. She warns that neglecting black history and current events risks cultural loss and urges parents to actively teach and monitor black history and media portrayals.
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