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Newspaper
Lawrence Journal World
Location
Lawrence, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Dec 15, 1966
Page
2
The piece notes critics lament modern music but recalls similar complaints from prior generations. A 10 year old asks her father if Nancy Sinatra's father also makes records, highlighting enduring curiosity about music lineage.
The Atomic Energy Commission is nearing a decision on the site for a 375 million atom smasher with six finalists including near Sacramento and Madison. Budget pressures from Vietnam War could shelve the project, delaying construction and inviting congressional scrutiny. The Midwest is favored to gain the facility, though any final choice remains uncertain amid political and economic risks.
Article recounts a long feud between Gov. Romney and Sen. Goldwater, tracing a 1964 Hershey meeting and Romney's civil rights stance. It notes Romney sought endorsement only if Goldwater backed civil rights, while excerpts suggest Goldwater attempted to appease Romney but did not publicly endorse the statement.
A New Statesman writer argues U S involvement costs could, if shared equally, total 2 000 per Vietnamese per person annually or 6 000 for a family of four. The Johnson Administration confirms a 1 500 annual per person figure if the 2 billion monthly cost holds, implying a high per capita income for South Vietnam. The note adds that human costs exceed dollars and cents.
The piece praises the New Vaudeville Band and their hit Winchester Cathedral a megaphonic revival of the Rudy Vallee style. It notes the young Britons imitate past crooners with a nasal megaphone vocal and a drumbeat vibe while claiming they brought a big new hit to the charts.
Mrs George Docking hosted a luncheon at the Executive Mansion Topeka with a full house tour. The Halls planned a move to an apartment before the governor’s inaugural as a crib would be provided for visiting children of the Docking family.
A brief scripture reading from Jeremiah 23 5 proclaims a righteous Branch and a coming king who will reign with justice. The accompanying prayer praises God for wisdom in drawing people to Christ and thanks Him for the message of redemption in Jesus' name Amen.
Buckley argues this is a character clash over wiretaps versus bugs, with Kennedy denying knowledge of bugs while Hoover shows evidence. The piece questions Kennedy motive, credibility, and consistency, noting Kennedy’s past openness to eavesdropping and his current reluctance.
A humorous Washington tale where five prominent men and their wives each prefer domestic duties over watching pro football. The narrator hosts the group to view a Redskins-Cowboys game, only to learn wives and chores shape the afternoon more than the gridiron.
In a letter to Dear Dr Mother a reader cautions about hearing aid purchases noting some sellers are salesmen and urging trials before buying. The column praises consulting a doctor or ear specialist, mentions lip reading when needed, and describes when surgery or aids may help.
The Indian government bans cow slaughter in Delhi capital district and Nagar Haveli Dadra and Nagar Haveli. Tens of thousands of Hindus protest nationwide, rioting on Nov 7 in New Delhi with deaths and injuries. Eight killed and 500 hurt reported. slaughter bans exist in eleven of India's seventeen states.
Chehalis mayor Oscar Mills says the city will not bottle water without fluoride for residents opposing fluoridation. About 25 residents requested it at a recent meeting. Fluoridation was approved in November and takes effect January 1.
Journal-World Letters Editor response critiques Mr Farrell’s stance that employees need only concern themselves with personal views of right and wrong. The writer argues employees must reflect employer wishes and conduct themselves to respect customers and property, and asserts teachers exist to help parents instill respect for others and professional credit.
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