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Newspaper
Lawrence Journal World
Location
Lawrence, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Dec 20, 1963
Page
2
The Lawrence Daily Journal World presents its front matter dated Friday Evening December 20 1963. Editor and president Dolph Simons Jr oversaw publication with staff including Bi Mayer managing editor Tau Aem Aperman and Empherh Ponte news editor. The issue notes Associated Press affiliation and home delivery details for Lawrence Kansas with postage paid at Lawrence.
Pravda Observer weighs Soviet foreign policy with mixed messages. It notes a 600 million ruble military budget cut while warning hard line U.S. Cuba critics. The piece argues American leaders face a difficult, precarious balancing act amid shifting Moscow signals.
Readied for a community event Sunday night the Journal-World Christmas Carol Caravan features the Carrier Boy Brass Choir leading five carol favorites. Santa Claus will visit with children as the caravan travels to seven steps, inviting broad participation and enjoyment for all ages.
The union leader Jimmy Hoffa, aged about 50, is seen by observers as challenged by mounting friction with top Teamster brass and other unions. Critics cite his quick temper, insults to colleagues, and recent clashes with associates, including a courthouse incident and harsh remarks about Harold Gibbons. Some see a possible decline, while others expect a rebound as cycles continue.
The passage hints at an imminent end to Hoffa's leadership, suggesting he may be removed as Teamster president and forced into obscurity. It frames the potential ouster as a dramatic, “point of no return” moment with lasting repercussions for labor leadership.
Western officials believe the Soviet Union pressed East Germany to permit Christmas visits from West Berliners for the first time since 1960. Talks between East Berlin and West Berlin officials occurred amid pressure, with a fragile protocol naming Berlin West and Berlin East while denying official recognition.
Old Home Town Charles Hixon of Lawrence was to be on a Christmas Eve broadcast in New York City. Kansas teachers average salary was 3311 dollars, 414 below national. Lincoln School presented its Christmas pageant under Mrs Lillian Webster and Miss Lavonia Jackson. 25 years ago in 1938 Cordley School and J W Ince yard were top Lawrence Christmas spots. Ted West and Range Riders on WREN played for a charity party and made toy horns for Jingle Bells. WPA clothing allotment reached Douglas County for Christmas distribution.
A brief religious exhortation urges immediate acceptance of Christ’s saving power. The prayer asks God to guide readers to confess sins and pursue full salvation, invoking forgiveness and transformation in Jesus’ name.
The writer urges shopping by July to dodge holiday chaos. A frantic trip ends with a baby misplaced, a queue longer than a beer line, and a sack of popcorn balls as edible gifts. He hopes to finish by Christmas without repeats of the store ordeal.
Letters to the Journal-World argue that sex education belongs in the home or Health Department not in schools. Writers urge citizens to contact the 12 sex education committee members or chair, stressing urgency and local control.
David Ben-Gurion admires John F. Kennedy praising his charm and intellect while remarking on the troubles facing the young leader. The comment hints at the political pressures Kennedy faced early in the presidency.
President Johnson ends the official mourning period with a Sunday address and a candle light parade to the Washington Monument. Mrs. Kennedy may read a million sympathy letters on TV. Lady Bird Johnson tours with foreign journalists, while memorabilia and theater news swirl around Broadway and the Met.
A reader asks about treatments for enlarged prostate besides surgery. The doctor notes massage can help but surgery may be required when urinary flow is obstructed, with signs such as frequent urination, large postvoid residual, weak stream, or lumps in the gland. Later advice covers surgical approaches and timing for relief.
Hal Boyle notes pipe smoking as a social issue causing discomfort for some and charm for others. He explains reactions range from coughing to detesting the smell, while noting devoted collectors value pipes for memories and milestones. He lists four main pipe materials briar meerschaum calabash and corn cob and recalls General MacArthur's iconic corn cob stem.
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