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Newspaper
Lawrence Journal World
Location
Lawrence, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Dec 23, 1975
Page
2
The piece argues that true religion extends beyond church walls and that Christmas motivates civic generosity. It recalls a Rotary Club Christmas meeting with disabled children, praising compassion, shared joy, and the broader social impact of goodwill.
The piece argues for a civilian Secretary of Defense to prevent military overreach. It stresses independence from the armed services, warns against partisan ties, and notes Ford’s firing of James Schlesinger. It concludes by questioning whether Schlesinger’s successor will be stronger and more suitable.
A reader questions plaque details for Leo Beuerman and cites historic claims about Peter D Barndt building the 1871 72 Bowersock Dam in Lawrence. She notes rival family legends and cites Anderson County histories while urging accuracy in commemorations.
Emil Heck Jr Jim Owens and Dr W F Bradley were chosen for the interim board with Ray Culbertson Don Breithaupt and Charles Oldfather defeated in a low turnout poll of 2 424. James C Wooden 57 Lawrence Tonganoxie attorney died in a one car crash four miles east of Lawrence on K 10. Ron Lang KU sophomore from Leavenworth underwent emergency brain surgery in Denver a benign tumor removed and recovery expected with possible return to basketball.
Reagan shows early momentum in the GOP race with a broad campaign, while Ford faces questions about his appeal. by March 16 Illinois primary looms as a potential turning point, with Reagan likely to gain strength in New Hampshire and other early states. If rivals fail to act boldly, the collision of campaigns may wait until autumn.
The CIA has secret analyses alleging Israel inflates aid requests to the Ford administration. If approved, Israel could end the year with a $500 million surplus, despite Kissinger’s earlier pledge. The report deepens Washington Jerusalem tensions amid ongoing aid debates and committee reviews.
The author argues the year’s most consequential event may be the Harvard scientists’ gene work. He contrasts public events with transformative ideas in arts and sciences and predicts the Harvard team’s work on DNA could define the era.
Reagan moves ahead of Ford in GOP and independent polls. The piece notes Callaway’s attacks, Rockefeller’s split signals, and editors warn Ford risks alienating others if he blocks Reagan. Analysts praise Reagan’s timing and restraint within party politics.
The record lists The World Company in Lawrence Kansas with staff titles including Dolph C Simons Jr president publisher Dolph Simons Sr editor Bill MAVEF Ralph Gage managing editor Jack Starkey and Leo Eller advertising manager. It notes established 1854 W C Simons editor 1891 to 1952 and postal and subscription details for various regions.
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