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Newspaper
Lawrence Journal World
Location
Lawrence, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Dec 02, 1976
Page
3
The Douglas County Judicial and Law Enforcement Center, costing about 4 million, replaces old crowded facilities. Editorials praise the move for improved dignity and efficiency while urging staff and public cooperation to keep the building neat and respected.
The Civil Aeronautics Board and the Federal Trade Commission warn that overbooking by airlines and hotels is rising as millions hold reservations. Both agencies seek better cancellation and accountability, urging stronger conscience and use of reservations while promoting prompt cancellations.
In 1966 dedication ceremonies marked the American Baptist Campus Center at 1629 W 19th costing 155000. A proposed 600 million state bond for colleges bridges and parks was submitted to the Kansas Legislature Council by Carl V. Rice. Old Myers Hall, home of the Kansas School of Religion since 1923, was razed for a new structure near the Kansas Union. A severe cold snap was forecast to continue.
The piece notes events on this date across history including Napoleon crowning emperor in 1804, Austerlitz victory in 1805, Monroe Doctrine in 1923, Castro's Cuba landing in 1956, and an Anglican-Catholic visit in 1960. It also mentions local items such as Lawrence sorority initiates, AP all league selections, Missouri Valley Conference walkouts, and community notes from Douglas County Historical Society.
The Supreme Court loosens limits on personal campaign funds aiding wealthy contenders to Congress. Heinz spends over 2 million to win Pennsylvania Senate seat, while Metzenbaum puts up 35000 to defeat Taft. Potential loophole allows corporate pay to count as personal income for campaigns.
The World Company in Lawrence Kansas publishes daily except Sunday from Sixth and New Hampshire. Established 1854 with editors including Dolph Simons and Ralph Gage. Subscriptions vary by method and location, with rates 2.45 monthly or 29.40 yearly by car, 15.53 yearly by mail in certain counties, 19.67 elsewhere in Kansas, and 24 yearly for US.
The piece argues the State Department bears a unique strain as policy moves into the next administration. It critiques Henry Kissinger as a calculating technocrat who loves the United States but questions whether Americans remain brave enough to stay free and strong.
Barry Richman of UCLA predicts U S China trade will grow significantly with consumer electronics like color TV sets and radios potential imports. He notes China could undercut Japan and Korea if mass production expands and cites possible policy shifts after Mao era losses.
Kansas Insurance Commissioner outlines a plan to require insurers to offer a catastrophic health plan covering costs above 5000 per individual and 7500 per family, with no upper benefit limit. A health care commission would oversee provider rates, facilities spending, accounting, and care quality to curb rising costs.
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