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Newspaper
Lawrence Journal World
Location
Lawrence, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Dec 08, 1976
Page
2
The piece argues that utility firms holding licensed monopolies in electricity gas and telephone services abuse their market power. It notes record profits and higher rate demands driven by expansion, while state bureaucracies are needed to guard consumers and prevent excessive charges.
A Florist Information Committee release counters fears about poinsettias being poisonous. It notes false stories since 1915 claim the plant can kill humans or pets, urging readers to discard unfounded panic and avoid manufactured crises.
Kansas highway financing drew sharp criticism from J Rex Juwa of Lucas who urged better programs to unlock the state’s potential and highlighted neglect of northeast Kansas. Governor Docking pressed the remedy while discussing oversight.
The Journal-World invites signed letters for the Opinion Page. Brief letters are preferred, ideally 250 words or fewer. The paper may edit letters for length while preserving viewpoints and reserves the right to condense. Writers must include their real address. pen names are not allowed.
President elect Carter appears unlikely to promise an immediate tax cut. Independent economists, banks, and advisers weigh options while AFL CIO withholds full support until precise proposals emerge. Most economists see tax cuts as essential to lower unemployment and spur growth, though some warn benefits may miss the worst off and doubt a quick stimulus.
The date notes wars declared on Japan in 1941 and a series of historical events from 1765 to 1974, plus a Pope peace appeal and Pakistan-India fighting. It lists birthdays for Sammy Davis Jr. and Maximilian Schell and recalls General Washington’s army crossing the Delaware two hundred years ago.
A Kansas retiree writes to praise President Carter's goals and warns against focusing on Republican critiques. The letter argues Kissinger’s secrecy and military spending harm taxpayers and lauds Roosevelt's humanitarian record while encouraging cautious optimism about Carter's ability to deliver on promises. Bernice Settles, 3020 Towar.
A Justice Department attorney seeks Congressional help to organize Intergest a security firm for white collar crime victims with five hundred thousand dollars from Nicaraguan dictator Anastasio Somoza. Rep John Murphy aided the effort, unaware of Somoza funding. The plan involved a private letter to Somoza’s advisor and possible stock deals, but a House Doorkeeper declined outside interests.
A Kansas University Theatre season is marked by mixed productions including Hansel and Gretel. Critics cite a lack of unity between educational aims and entertaining the public, with casting and direction issues noted across Rashomon Anatol and Jacques Brel.
The World Journal lists staff roles including President Publisher Dolph Simons Jr and Editor W. C. Simons, notes establishment in 1854, and details on publication schedule and rates. It states Located at Sixth and New Hampshire Streets Lawrence Kansas, with subscription prices by mail and carrier, and membership in AP and Audit Bureau of Circulation.
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