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Newspaper
Lawrence Journal World
Location
Lawrence, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Dec 15, 1973
Page
1
A veteran in higher education and business analyzes how citizens view the press today. He notes Watergate and Agnew events boosted public trust in investigative reporting while cautioning against relying on grand jury leaks and arguing that accountability should target attorneys, not reporters.
A columnist argues judges with lifetime tenure threaten press freedom. He predicts a conflict between media and judiciary, urging leaders to confront court attitudes to protect free reporting and public interest. He stresses self policing, accuracy, and distinction between print and electronic media.
The Big Three reveal 1974 price increases averaging about four percent. Chrysler lists specific jumps with \$193 per vehicle, effective after Dec. 11 for dealers. AMC will disclose next week with roughly \$119 per car and Jeep increases. Ford and GM details cited in the week prior.
The energy crisis dents progress of environmental groups while prompting resource conservation concerns. The White House shifted control of emission standards from EPA to the Atomic Energy Commission, a move critics say targets EPA. California lifts a four year moratorium on Santa Barbara Channel drilling with strict state authorization for each well.
Dr. Floyd W. Smith of the Kansas Agricultural Experiment Station says Kansas farmers can avoid chaos in 1974 despite the energy crisis. He cites a promising immediate picture due to the 1974 wheat crop, improved fertilizer supplies, and new tillage practices, while warning that a balance tilt or bad weather could threaten future production and urging government action.
Journal-World records show November city subscribers rose by about 576 over the year, indicating roughly 576 more occupied households in Lawrence despite KU enrollment leveling off. The gain reflects continued city growth in population.
A bomb threat was telephoned to Naismith Hall at 1800 Naismith at 1 37 a m today forcing evacuation and search by Lawrence police. No explosive found.
Ralph J. Mims, 21, of 1147 Tenn., was fined 300 dollars and given a two-year suspended sentence after pleading guilty to attempted illegal sale of marijuana in Douglas County District Court Division II. He had been free on bond.
Beech Aircraft Corp of Wichita says 34 production employees will be laid off at year end with further adjustments in 1974. Bill Robinson said it is unclear how many more workers will be affected but most adjustments will be handled through normal attrition. The move follows energy crisis pressures and comes after Cessna laid off 2,400 workers.
U S officials warn the Geneva Arab-Israeli conference could start a day or so late while Henry Kissinger meets with President Assad in Damascus. The talks center on Israeli prisoner releases and a broader Arab withdrawal from occupied lands as negotiations resume in Tel Aviv and Geneva.
Harry A. Litvin died at Lawrence Memorial Hospital after injuries from a traffic crash at Ninth and Massachusetts. Autopsy sought by police to determine death cause. family reportedly asked for no autopsy. Litvin, 64, lived at 1625 Del and was a former restaurant operator and member of the Elks and Eagles. Survivors include his wife Lela a stepson Charles Roberts a brother Irving and two nieces. Funeral 10:30 a.m. Monday at Rumsey Funeral Home with burial at Antoch Cemetery near Gardner.
Robert Leslie 20 Ga merco NM pleaded guilty to attempted burglary of the James Hatter home in Omaha. He has been in Douglas County Jail since his arrest October 4, with a two year suspended sentence imposed in Division I of the Douglas County District Court.
SenateWatergate Committee members Sam Ervin and Lowell Weicker released their 1972 tax returns amid White House pressure. Ervin reported an adjusted gross income of 63440.50 with 15438.55 in taxes. Weicker showed 223364.63 AGI and 37415.29 in taxes. Nixon’s four year figures were cited in contrast. Weicker also noted state taxes and trust income from family funds linked to Squibb & Co.
Kansas Turnpike Authority toll collectors offer mixed views on the East Coast truckers work slowdown. Some report little change in truck traffic while others note lighter flows due to a diesel fuel shortage and ongoing protests by independent drivers.
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