Lawrence Journal World names and staff for 1972 edition
The Lawrence Daily Journal-World lists editors and publishers with staff roles including Dolph Simons Sr and Jr, Bill Mater as president-publisher, Ralph Gage as executive editor, Daryl Hall as managing editor, Ernest Pontius as news editor, and Leo Eller as advertising director. Published by The World Company, established 1834, with contact and subscription details. The date is Monday evening December 18, 1972.
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Dolph Simons SR
Dolph C. Simons JR
Bill Mater Eee
Ralph Gage
Daryl Hall
Ernest Pontius
Leo Eller
Contraier
Prisons reform and drug fight rate for U.S. attorney general
Richard Kleindienst pushes prison reform and narcotics strategy as he remains in the cabinet. He calls for targeted programs, federal‑state pilot efforts, and public interest to aid ex-convicts, while noting possible limits on his tenure. He cites potential costs and the need to coordinate federal and state actions to reduce crime and addiction.
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Richard Kleindienst
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Productivity through smarter work lifts output and living standards
New York editorial notes that from 1950 to 1970 output rose about 2.5 percent per year while hours fell slightly, boosting living standards by around 2 percent annually. It cites 1965–1970 productivity slowdown, Japan’s gains, and a planned $10 million Advertising Council campaign. It calls for reforms in understanding how know‑how, job satisfaction, unions, management, and capital relate to productivity.
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New York
Commerce Department
Japan
United States
Advertising Council
National Commission On Productivity
Local items mix politics religion and sports in town notes
County plans hire of outside firm for real estate reappraisal to avoid local pressure. Gov. Anderson backs statewide research foundation including KU and K-State. Weather runs hot near sixty with winter in doubt. Samuel Mover and Ed win Burgess installed as lodge leaders. Alf Landon barred from NYC opera for attire. Lindsey named KU head football coach for three years. Leap Year party planned by Sub Delts. Christmas tree shines at First Baptist. Biblical verse and prayer conclude item.
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John Anderson
K-State
Kansas
Samuel Mover
Lawrence Lodge No
Edwin Burgess
Acacia Lodge
New York City
Alf Landon
Metropolitan Opera
Ad Lindsey
Phog Allen
Lindsey
First Baptist Church
Sermon talk on origins and divine touch during Gantry talk
The speaker notes belt and monkey present in an emotional sermon and questions whether evolution accounts for human intellect. Elmer rejects kinship with the creature and hints at a divine influence or “divine touch” as a possible factor in human uniqueness. The text urges thoughtful discussion on whether there is a supreme power beyond reason.
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Allah
Belt
Elmer
Grover Narrowly Missed Texas Governor Victory
The Texas gubernatorial race described as an upset near miss shows Hank Grover leading Briscoe narrowly. The national GOP invested little, yet Grover built notable support with 5,000 Texans contributing and a campaign directed by Philip Nicolaides.
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Grover
Briscoe
Dallas Times Herald
Dallas County
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Hank Grover
White House
National Republican Committee
Sam Wood
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Austin American
Time Magazine
Houston
Humphrey
Minneapolis
Do People Dogs or Cats Do Best in Our Society
New York opinion piece argues animals enjoy freer lives than humans under civilization. It claims man endures repression, money pressures, and dull routines while cats and dogs live with fewer financial concerns and greater natural freedoms.
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New York
Change in Education Guides District 497 Curriculum Reforms
Assistant Superintendent explains that change in education is essential to meet student and community needs. The district uses curriculum committees with teachers and administrators, seeks state and university assistance, involves advisory councils for vocational and parent input, and is revising K-12 social studies and continuing career education programs.
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Department of Vocational Education
Israel Acknowledges Greek Bases Not Essential to Security
A Church committee report quotes top Israeli generals contradicting Nixon linking Greek bases to Israel’s safety. It notes Israel would not block Arab powers regardless of Athens regime, amid political maneuvers by McGovern and GOP leaders last summer. The Greek government disavowed Nixon later, saying bases could not be used against Arabs.
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Washington
Senate Foreign Relations Committee
Nixon
Israel
U.S
Greece
Sen
Frank Church
Idaho
Middle East
Church
Tel, Aviv
Athens
White House
Gerald Warren
Letter on Truman illness and media coverage
George Olstead of Lawrence faults the press for sensationalizing President Truman's health. He urges restrained, dignified reporting and patient respect, calling current coverage shallow and unfeeling. He cites the AP headline and requests print status for his editorial poem donation.
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4Th Estate
Truman
Archie Bunker
George Olstead
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