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Newspaper
Lawrence Journal World
Location
Lawrence, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Dec 12, 1968
Page
2
The World in Lawrence Kansas established 1854 and edited by Simons 1891 to 1952. Daily except Sunday edition published at Sixth and New Hampshire Streets with subscription rates listed for carrier and mail. Associated Press member and contact details included.
The longtime New York Times publisher Arthur Sulzberger died yesterday. He shaped the paper into a world leader, built a vast business empire, and valued integrity, faith, and family. His son Arthur Ochs Sulzberger succeeded him as publisher in 1963.
Pressure grows on President-elect Nixon to demonstrate governing ability and political support after a friendly but inconclusive Palm Springs meeting with 31 GOP governors. He pledged to cooperate on federal-state programs but offered no pledge of larger federal funds or immediate takeovers. Vice President-elect Agnew would handle patronage issues, leaving a wait-and-see mood.
In 1966 Moscow created MOOP to protect public order, stirring talk that the new agency echoes the old Ministry of Internal Affairs once led by Beria. Analysts link the move to fears of crime and possible power jockeying, noting many Russians remember harsh laws from the past.
A columnist argues that citing law and order as justification for expanded police power risks reviving totalitarian practices. Drawing on Nazi Gestapo and Soviet MVD history, the piece warns that initial gains in control can erode civil liberties and urges citizens to prevent such a trend.
Er nest Arbuckle former dean of the Stanford business school now chairs Wells Fargo. In four months he learns and acts, aiming to apply broad management experience to long term planning and talent development. He views job changes strategically, noting a decade as a rule for shifts and emphasizing goals before taking new roles. Arbuckle plans to guide diversification into mutual funds and insurance as banks expand.
Old Home Town notes a Golden Wedding anniversary for Mr. and Mrs. Will Néland of Williams town with an open house. A 52-wives bridge luncheon in Eldridge gathers Topeka and Lawrence residents. Lawrence A B Coker bowling team wins Kansas Bowlers Proprietors title.
A devotional note cites First Corinthians 4 7 RSV asking what you have that you did not receive and urges patience with God. It asks for divine dwelling in hearts to shape thought, attitude, and decision, ending in a prayer to Jesus.
The piece catalogs Lyndon Johnson's final acts and favors across his presidency. It lists programs and spending showing a vast federal expansion, naming acts on housing crime health education and social welfare. The tone critiques the Great Society as costly and burdensome while noting Johnson's personal sensitivity in leaving office.
Dr. Bran son outlines the Birth Defects Center at Kansas University Medical Center in Lawrence. The multidisciplinary team serves Kansas and Missouri, accepts referrals, and educates families, with funding from the March of Dimes.
The Birth Defects Center at Kansas University Medical Center began in January 1965 with a grant from the National Foundation to the Department of Pediatrics. About 500 patients have been registered for evaluation and treatment, most with multiple congenital defects. The center provides comprehensive evaluation, long term follow up, and cooperation with referring physicians, with Table I listing last fiscal year diagnoses.
The Douglas County Christian Temperance Council denounces rising crime in Lawrence Kansas reporting a 33.9 percent increase year to date and a November surge with cars shot up. The group urges the City Commission to provide protection and residents to organize blocks and question officials. Leaders Hugh Lipp and Gordon T. Davis urge public accountability and safety measures.
William E. Cain aged 24 was suspended in San Francisco for not trimming shoulder length hair. He is the first furlough under a new Aug 1 policy requiring neat hair and beards for postal workers. Cain plans a grievance against the postmaster, potentially reaching the postmaster general.
The latest population count places Japan at about 97,190,000 residents. This figure reflects current demographic estimates for the country, outlining a sizable population in the East Asia region.
Washington observers note a repeating clash pattern as a dean arrives on campus students throw rocks and chairs demand amnesty and due process while administrators threaten suspensions and expulsion amid chants and protests.
Palm Springs Calif. President elect Nixon met 31 Republican governors seeking better White House access. Governors urged early direct liaison via Agnew and cabinet posts, fearing isolation yet welcomed promises to involve governors in patronage and foreign affairs briefings.
A "nondinner" banquet will be held Sunday evening at Sacramento State College to raise funds for poor Sacramento families. Sponsored by Associated Students, about 600 people are expected to attend paying from 10 cents for a soft drink to 5 for a steak, though no food or drink will be served.
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