Lawrence Journal-World dated ad details 1963 staff and pricing
The Lawrence Daily Journal-World lists staff including Dolph Simons Jr as president and editor and Jack Zimmerman as news editor. It notes 1854 founding, daily publication except Sundays, contact details, and subscription rates of 35 cents weekly or 31 a year by mail with rates for Douglas County and elsewhere.
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Dolph Simonsis
Dolph C. Simons Jr
Bill. Mayer
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Jack Zimmermanne
Ernest Pontius
Leo Felgler
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WW. C. Simons
the World Company
Sixth
New Hampshire
Lawrence
Douglas
United States
Kan
Adit Bureau of Circulations
Associated Press
Johnson’s economy push targets federal staffing and farm policy
President Johnson orders cabinet to keep federal employment below 1963 and 1964 levels, vows to cut paper work and streamline agencies. He aims to force management discipline while pursuing a challenging farm program with Farm Bureau and Farmers Union, who disagree on compulsory controls. Observers doubt a deal soon, but success could win broad partisan support.
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Johnson
Bull Moose
American Farm Bureau Federation
National Farmers Union
The
National Grange
National Council of Farm Cooperatives
Helping the Birds in Tough Weather Times
Citizens rally to aid birds during severe weather by sharing prepared bird food or household fare. The community emphasizes every effort helps and encourages broader participation to shelter wildlife through harsh conditions.
Viet Nam turmoil grows after coup in South
U S observers warn of rising Viet Cong attacks since the November 1 coup ousting Diem. Outposts and hamlets are overrun and burned, villagers killed, morale shattered, and fear grips many areas. Government efforts to stabilize fail to calm fear as both sides promise security and basic needs.
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America
South Viet Nam
South
Red
Invasion of Viet Nam Turmoil Echoes in Coup Era
The article recalls a coup period in South Viet Nam, noting warnings by officials and observers as the public celebrated. It argues the enemy remains the Communists and warns the battle may worsen, with questions over leadership and resources to improve the situation and justified U.S. concern.
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Lawrence Daily Journal-World
Lawrence
Kansas
U.S
Boric Acid Eye Use Question and Caution
A reader asks about using boric acid eye wash and a doctor cautions against routine daily use. Boric acid can be absorbed through skin and has harmed babies when used in powders. dilute solutions may help incidental infections but are not a daily necessity. Fresh preparation is advised if used, and seek medical advice for ongoing eye issues.
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E.C.C
Shakeup Rumors Hit Brazil as Brizola Named Finance Minister
Brazil rumors persist of a cabinet reshuffle under President Joao Goulart with reports centering on Federal Deputy Lionel Brizola as finance minister. Goulart and aides deny imminent changes though editors expect shifts after holidays. Pinto faced questions over a Christmas bonus while Goulart pressed for continued support from his current cabinet.
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Times-Post
Brazil
Joao Goulart
Lionel Brizola
Brizola
Goulart
Rio Grande Do Sul
Fidel Castro
Peace Corps
Raul Ruff
Carvalho Pinto
Sao Paulo
Ultima Hora
Guanabara
Federal Congress
Ruff
Labor Party
Congress
KU Almanac of Historical Items 1953 Snapshot
A Kansas time capsule notes 1953 events including Lynn Dee Head birth to Mr and Mrs Head, 6700 acres at Sunflower Ordnance Works near DeSoto up for lease, and 1953 weather with freezing winds. It also recalls 1938 court ruling on Missouri University admissions, KU chancellorship search, and 1923 KU radio program and school lighting disputes.
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James Head
Lynn Dee
Sunflower Ordnance Works
DeSoto
Supreme Court
Missouri University
E. B. Stouffer
Domenico Gagliardo
Quincy
Board of Education
Bible Message and Prayer Reflect Faith
Daily devotional notes present a Bible verse from John 14 9 RSV asking Have I been with you so long and you do not know Me followed by a prayer thanking God Christ opened a window to see and know Thee and asking for help to look toward Thee in the Master's name Amen.
Slogans Fail to Curb Highway Toll Says Writer
In a biting column Jack Zimmerman ridicules traffic safety slogans and roadside poetry. He argues cute rhymes worsen danger, cites lines like The careful driver is a safe arriver and Burma Shave parody verses, then predicts serious messaging might work better. He urges restraint and warns poetry distracts drivers.
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National Safety Effort
Buster
African Education Problem Not as Simple as It Seems
Russell Howe reports that in many African nations 80 percent of grade school children get about three years of schooling. Experts caution that literacy alone is not education, urging transformation of mindset to move toward modern, de Tribalized society and genuine industrial growth.
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Dakar
Senegal
Times-Post
Africa
Adreas Lommel
Munich
Museum of Popular Arts
Lommel
West
Douglas Brown
London Sunday Telegraph
Clothing Drive Letter Clarifies Disaster Aid Appeals
Editor letter explains mixup between United Church Women Lawrence drive for Church World Service and a separate World Clothing Fund incident from 1963. It affirm s urgent need for light weight clothing and blankets for flood and hurricane areas, lists drop-off details at First Methodist Church, and thanks the Journal-World for publicity.
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Journal-World
Eudora
United Church Women of
Church World Service
National Council of the Churches of Christ
USA
Lawrence
Church World Service Center
Duncan Ave
St. Louis
First Methodist Church
Vermont
United Church
Arthur Nease
Kansas Church World Serv Oe
Blinded Girl to Get Bike From Santa
Christine Larsen, a 6 year old from Wichita who lost her eyes to malignant tumors this year, will receive a bicycle built for two so her sister Linda can ride with her. She hopes for a braille typewriter as well and attends braille classes while her father, a mechanic, helps her learn. Her teachers say she adapts remarkably, using touch to read outlines and braille for colors.
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Wichita
Christine Larsen
Christine
Lloyd Larsen
Linda
Minn
Julie
Kelly Elementary School
Vidal Screen Version References Left Out on Stage
Leonard Lyons reports on Vidal’s The Best Man film adding Cuba and civil rights references not in the play. Juicy anecdotes follow: Johnson’s sofa restoration from Mrs. Kennedy, Abe Fortas late-night sessions, Isaac Sterns’ 150-year-old Italian walking stick, Benny’s Pittsburgh lunch with Mellon and Johnson kin, Beatty’s rapid French tutor, Arving Berlin painting focus, Billy Rose on wealth, Ellie Sommer and her mother travel, and Sommer’s nope to chaperones.
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Vivien Leigh
Wolf Mankowitz
Gore Vidal
Cuba
Johnson
Jfk
Abe Fortas
LBJ
Josaac Sterns
Italy
Jack Benny
Pittsburgh
Symphony
Duquesne Club
Mellon, Heinz
Benny
Warren Beatty
Beatty
France
Berlin
Billy Rose
Wall St
Ellie Sommer
Many Reminders Of Past Glory
Hal Boyle muses on aging with a humorous list of signs that hint life remains lively. The piece contrasts youthful feeling with growing older and reflects on everyday moments from shaving mirrors to elevator thrills and late night insights.
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New York
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