Lawrence Journal World 1964 staff and rates notice
Lawrence Daily Journal World staff list includes Dolph Simons Sr as editor and Dolph C Simons Jr as vice president publisher. Published since 1854 by World Company at Lawrence Kansas with 1964 rates: 35 cents weekly carrier, 18.20 yearly by carrier, 8.00 yearly Douglas county mail, 11.00 yearly elsewhere. Wednesday evening December 2 1964.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Dolph Simons
Douglas
United States
Lawrence
Kan
Audit Bureau of Cirrculations
Associated Press
There Cannot Be Too Much Christmas Spirit
This piece argues against limiting Christmas. It contrasts excess with genuine warmth, noting that gifts, budgets, and social conduct matter, but celebrates the true spirit of kindness, gratitude, and living the Golden Rule beyond the holiday. It concludes there should be 11 months of Christmas, not just one week.
Natural Look Cosmetics and the natural beauty debate
Max Factor promotes Woman of 1965 as natural by applying more lipstick and rouge. Columnist John Crosby mocks the idea and jokes about selling boxes of fresh air. He notes men’s mixed reactions as some cheer while others prefer less makeup.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Max Factor
John Crosby
Crosby
Max
Baker inquiry revived as Senate probes 1963 kickback link
Senate Rules Committee widens probes into Bobby Baker actions linked to a 1960 Democratic campaign fund kickback. Counsel L P McLendon seeks Justice Department files on a German party girl and potential campaign contributions crimes. No current or former Senator or Senate employee is alleged involved.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Senate Rules Committee
Bobby Baker
Senate
Lyndon Johnson
L. P. McLendon
Justice Department
Germany
Baker
Washington
Committee
B. Everett Jordan
D-N.c
John J. Williams
R-Del
Washington insiders warn Baker case may fade without truth
The Journal-World notes Mrs Elly Rometsch figures in Baker era Washington scenes but observers say progress remains lip service. Too many paths lead to embarrassing doorsteps and insiders will not lift the lid. A firmer code of conduct for U S Senators and staff is overdue but unlikely soon.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Elly Rometsch
Washington
Baker Heydey
Baker
D. C
Journal-World
U. S
Senate
Suspicions In Africa Rise Over Congo Rescue Mission
In Washington, fears mount that the Congo intervention signals broader Western meddling. Africans fear interventions in Rhodesia, Angola, and Mozambique and question why U S airpower was used against Congolese towns while humanitarian aims are cited. Tshombe’s leadership fuels distrust as African unity calls for negotiation avenues.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Washington
Times-Post
Congo
Africa
Rhodesia
Angola
Mozambique
U. S
South Africa
Uvira
Organization of African Unity
OAU
Kenya
Jomo Kenyatta
Tshombe
Washington Post News Service
Heights worth ignoring says Carol Channing
Old Home Town recalls 1954 comment from Carol Channing six feet tall in heels advising women to ignore height. Also notes KU Medical Center 20-bed facility funding request and a 59th wedding anniversary.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Hollywood
Carol Channing
Kansas State Commission On Alcoholism
KU Medical Center
J. E. Watkins
New York City
Tom Dewey
L. M. Peace
Neodesha
Kan
Kansas Young Republicans
Topeka
Ralph Rodgers
Don Hults
Lawrence
Charlie Chaplin
Lita Grey
California
Albert Walker Hunting Club
Bible Message Reflects Battle Between Good and Evil
A devotional piece states that inward evil opposes right actions and praises Jesus Christ who won salvation on the cross. It prays for Christ's victory today and closes with an Amen in His name.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Jesus Christ
Hot Line Prank Shows Global Risk From Kids
A White House maid's granddaughter briefly touches the hot line to Washington and Soviet HQ in a summer mishap. The Premier orders missiles on warning as confusion erupts, then halts actions after learning the caller was a child and the line is shut down.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Lester Pearson
Washington
Colorado Springs
Pearson
Moscow
Iss
White House
HELP Letters Editor Critique of Religion in Journal-World
The writer commends the religion series but challenges the Nov 28 piece Can Scientists Believe. He argues the scientific community faces public concern and accuses the article of conflating morality with religion and conscience with God. He calls for objective scrutiny in the public press.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Journal-World
Weaver
Death of a Dog and Casino Tales Across America
A reader laments careless driving after a dog is killed on a gravel road and a master must shoot the animal. The letter blends a plea for thoughtfulness with an account of Las Vegas casino life, shills, shifts, and tables as described by Los Angeles Times News Service.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Lawrence
Shill at Vegas Is Designed As a Lure
Two aging casino workers in Las Vegas are described as shills who cue tourists into gambling by sitting at tables and placing minimal, repetitive bets. Fred H. known as The Professor and Bill O. a former undersheriff work daily routines, earning $1.25 to $1.50 hourly, and are cited as vital yetLowly paid parts of the gaming industry. The piece explains operators view shills as ice breakers rather than inducements, with 500 unspecified police reports noted at the end.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Las Vegas
Fred H
Bill O
Los Angeles
Cleveland
Nellis Air Force Base
Los Angeles Times
Fred
Professor
Bill
Nocturnal leg cramps and trace elements in diet
A patient with leg cramps from atherosclerosis and other conditions is guided on quinine and benadryl dosages, lifestyle changes like quitting smoking, and Buerger's exercises. The article also notes foods rich in boron iron and iodine and comments on fertility with older age.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Buerger
Dr. Molner
Boron
J. W
Santa Claus roasts from Hal Boyle list of store remarks
Hal Boyle recounts department store Santa comments that reveal shopper knowhow and mischief. Jokes include kids asking bikes, mothers shopping, and squirming tricks, with Santa urged to stay patient while handling rowdy lines and even dressing room questions.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
New York
Santa Claus
Roscoe
Johnny
Santa
Athletes Talk Athletics At President's Tuesday Dinner
In Washington at a White House luncheon President Johnson saluted 109 of 125 American Olympic medalists as the first Olympians invited to the mansion. Tokyo results and medals sparked chat as athletes, including Don Schollander and Joe Caldwell, reflected on Russia and gamesmanship while staff collected match books and menus.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Washington
White House
Johnson
Europe
Maxwell Taylor
Viet Nam
Tokyo
Russia
Don Schollander
Lake Oswego
Ore
Joe Caldwell
Texas City
Tex
Schollander
Also Mentioned on This Page
Lawrence Daily Journal-World
By Donald H. Louchheim
Old Home Town
Jack
By Jack Zimmerman
Soviet Union
Our Nations
William P. Reinken
South Lakeview Derby
Kansas
Vegas
By Ken Hansen
New
Times Post
Joseph Molner
John B
Mother
Hal Boyle
Jimmy
This is just the beginning! Our collection holds over 300 years of history, including rare newspapers, obituaries, marriage records, birth records, and so much more—most of which you won’t find anywhere else!