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Newspaper
Lawrence Journal World
Location
Lawrence, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Dec 01, 1976
Page
2
The piece contrasts perceived calm in Canada and Mexico with U S concerns over economy and policy. It notes Canada faces a new national spirit and Mexican leadership turmoil amid economic woes. It praises the U S transition as civil despite faults in politics.
The piece questions why Washington officials rail against steel companies to shield the public while ignoring wage-driven cost hikes from labor unions. It asks if anti trust rules and political contributions shape such double standards and consumer prices.
In the 1976 Democratic caucus four contenders vie to become House Majority Leader after Thomas P. ONeill's promotion to Speaker. Front-runner Rep. Phillip Burton leads a field including Rep. John J. McFall, Rep. Richard Bolling, and Rep. Jim Wright as they navigate alliances and past controversies.
Washington reports the Treasury Department plans to reorganize the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco and Firearms before Carter takes office. The move aims to professionalize the agency but may de-emphasize field investigations, with 1976 orders directing Rex Davis to implement the plan.
Palo Alto based Telesensory Systems Inc. led by Jim Bliss uses profits to fund research for blind assistance and hires six blind workers among 100 employees. The Optacon reading device lets blind users read printed material by feeling vibrating pins, improving independence and employment prospects.
The Journal World in Lawrence Kansas lists staff roles including President Publisher Editor and other editorial positions. The paper is published by The World Company with offices at Sixth and New Hampshire Streets and details subscription rates for carrier and mail delivery across regions.
The city commission approved a controversial commercial development plan for the northeast corner of Ninth and Illinois. Other items noted include Douglas County auto and track tag issuances setting new records, Basie Band for KU Festival of Arts, a Clinton Reservoir land meeting, and a local bowling instruction session for juniors.
A satirical guide leads readers through a Minneapolis downtown scene on the post Thanksgiving rush. It mocks aggressive bargain hunting, clerks on commission versus salary, and chaotic toy aisles. It notes children misbehaving with Santa and ends with a tease about a December 27 post Christmas sale.
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