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Newspaper
Lawrence Journal World
Location
Lawrence, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Dec 07, 1972
Page
3
The Lawrence Daily Journal World staff and editorial board list the editor publisher president and key managers. It provides addresses and contact details for the Lawrence Kansas newspaper, noting establishment in 1891 and circulation rates by region.
A letter to the Journal argues temporary four way stop signs on Massachusetts Street could replace automated signals. Supporters say the old system slowed traffic and boosted shopping, while new lights remain boxed. The piece also notes President Nixon's plan to raise Congressional pay to 50 000 via inaction and cites Rep. Morris Udall criticizing delayed action by the President.
Housing analysts see the 1973 pace near a peak after two years of strong starts. Forecasts suggest a third straight year above two million starts, though inventories may outpace demand by year end. Mobile homes, excluded from stats, number about half a million yearly.
Outgoing Defense Secretary Melvin Laird warned that congressmen earned more in fringe benefits than he did as secretary and urged realignment of finances. President Nixon, wary of public reaction to large raises, has not appointing members to a salary commission and likely won’t push a $7,500 increase before 1973.
Stanford reportedly sought KU coach Jack Mitchell after his fifth season as Jayhawks head coach. Kiwanis Club honors named Lloyd Houston and Henry Brinkman as Substantial Citizens for 1962. In November Lawrence saw a large registration drop with 6 604 names erased and re registration required for next election.
A brief devotional prayer asks for a spirit of love and sharing. It seeks guidance to meet others halfway and to give one’s best to the selfish and unlovely, concluding with Amen.
The report discusses Chou En lai’s critique of Allende’s parliamentary route to socialism. It anticipates a failing Allende tenure, possible Prats leadership, and the danger of bypassing parliaments in Latin American states. It notes media changes and looming economic stress amid political upheaval.
Letters urge preservation of Clinton Lake recreational trails and horseback facilities, urge readers to contact the Corps of Engineers to protest potential destruction. A reader notes Santa Claus displays in stores affect holiday magic while urging Christmas shopping moderation. Messages from Elaine Shurkahasee and Girl Scout Troop 673 call for amenities for horse riding and camping, thanking supporters.
A reader supporting the four-way stop on Massachusetts Street argues it preserves downtown shopping appeal and discourages hurried drivers. The letter praises the signs for attracting pedestrians and warns removal could harm trees curb detail and street lighting.
Year after year merchants and politicians push Lawrence residents to spend locally during the Christmas season. They note cheaper prices in surrounding cities but argue families with children are more likely to stay home if local stores do not improve offerings.
Richard Allgood a 53 year old insurance man and U S Army Reserve brigadier general reached his 10 000th measured jog in a ceremony at the Lincoln YMCA fellow joggers cheered as a band played Allgood who began running 14 years ago says he has run more than 14 000 miles and plans to reach 25 000 miles before he dies He runs about 25 miles weekly and remains optimistic about running for health.
New York era of exploration ends as Long Island Railroad Com muter program is phased out amid strike delays. Commuters recall space travel by rail, note shifts in funding and public interest, and imagine future manned shuttle trains to New York.
A handful of spectators at Allen Fieldhouse in Lawrence threw ice onto the floor during a KU Vanderbilt game, delaying play and risking player injury. The column condemns this conduct, notes referees' human limits, and suggests home teams clean up after such incidents. It also cites similar crowd trouble at football and a Boston Patriots incident with beer cans and abuse.
Democratic governors gathered in secret to back Dallas lawyer Robert Strauss as national chairman. Gilligan and Lucey led a push to replace Jean Westwood, signaling a shift toward reviving the party outside traditional bases and challenging Westwood’s leadership.
Sen. Vance Hartke urges newsmen to stand firm on protecting confidential sources amid government inquiries. He warns reporters risk eroding constitutional privilege as courts test media immunity after the Supreme Court ruling on non automatic protection.
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