Lawrence Daily Journal World 1971 Christmas Edition Preview
The Lawrence Daily Journal World announces Christmas Eve publication on Friday December 24 1971 with staff roles listed and subscription rates for various carriers and mail destinations. The paper notes its long history dating back to 1854 and notes offices at Sixth and New Hampshire Streets Lawrence Kansas.
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the World Company
Sixth
New Hampshire Streets
Lawrence
Kaw
Telephone
Paul Carttar
Kansas University
Lawrence High School
Journal-World Opinion
Christmas season reflections and call for restrained news use
The article argues that publicizing wartime atrocities underscores the need for peace and humanity. It cites Dachau and My Lai as reminders that violence thrives when no rules apply, urging society to curb sensationalism and recognize the value of older citizens and responsible media. It then discusses Hunter College students' Christmas break behavior and broader aging demographics, stressing dignity and active civic participation for seniors.
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Dacca
Horst Faas
Michael Laurent
Associated Press
Sitting Bull
George Custer
Earth
Christmas List For Nation
New York AP reporter lists a national year end recap of gains and relief. It notes inflation easing to under 2 percent temporarily and tax relief rising exemptions and standard deduction. It highlights lower interest rates, renewed lending, stock market gains, job growth, productivity revival, Social Security increases, and improved prospects for graduates and retirees.
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New York
United States
Christmas Prayer Message Emphasizes Cleansing Home
A devotional note centers on welcoming Jesus in daily life and home. It asks for divine help to remove impurity and expresses gratitude for the earthly gift of Christmas. The tone is reverent and reflective.
Aging society needs respect and equal opportunity for elders
The piece cites the White House Conference on Aging stressing value of older citizens and avoiding youth stereotypes. It notes poverty among 65 and over, calls for steps to address it, and references a Psychology Today report from Chicago University showing elders as individuals with varied traits. It links alcohol to risky behavior and traffic fatalities.
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Herman B. Brotman
U.S. Administration On
White House
Chicago University
Snow Stuns Lawrence area with White Christmas likely
A surprise overnight storm dumped 3.6 inches in Lawrence, boosting Christmas odds after a warming trend. Kansas City reported about 10 inches of fresh snow, delaying pre holiday activities and travel.
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Lawrence
Kansas City
Bill Jennings
Nebraska
Kansas Funder
Jack Mitchell
One of Five Attends Regular Church Among Collegians
The 1971 College Poll study finds 21 percent of U.S. college students attended church in the last seven days while 79 percent did not. Across 100 campuses, attendance has halved since 1968, though the downward drift appears to have leveled off.
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New York
N.Y
America
Brigham Young
St. Olaf’s
Minnesota
Gallup
Harris
Collegians
Military court cases spark criticism of army justice system
The column surveys the Calley Medina and Henderson trials, noting acquittals despite strong evidence and suggesting bias toward protecting officer ranks. It argues for a full re evaluation of military jurisprudence amid ongoing debates over accountability.
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William Calley
Calley
Nixon
Ernest Medina
Col
Oran Henderson
Henderson
Medina
Pay Board Faces Bureaucratic Chaos Amid Wage Control Rules
Washington reports six weeks into Phase II of Nixon’s wage policy reveals missing employer reporting forms delaying the 5.5 percent wage ceiling. Chaos at the 15 member Pay Board under Judge George Boldt includes staff turnover and miscommunications, prompting calls for decontrol and scrutiny of retroactive wage approvals for coal miners longshoremen and rail workers.
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Washington
Nixon
White House
Office of Management and Budget For
George Boldt
Pay Board
John Dunlop
CISC
Dunlop
New York Times
Boldt
Judge Boldt
John Ehrlichman
Ideal Books For Celebrities And Notable Figures
A lighthearted roster of book gift ideas linked to public figures and celebrities. Entries include The Exorcist for Billy Graham and The Winds of War for Indira Gandhi, among others, reflecting playful suggestions from HAL Boyle.
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Billy Graham
Phyllis Diller
New York
Gloria Steinem
Richard Nixon
Omar Nelson Bradley
Indira Gandhi
India
Dick Martin
Dan Rowan
U.N
George Bush
Hubert H. Humphrey
Sen
Edward M. Kennedy
Lawrence Jaycees thank entrants and sponsors for 1971 Christmas decorations
The Lawrence Jaycees thank all persons and firms who aided the 1971 Christmas decorations contest. The event drew 27 entries and produced many beautifully decorated homes. Special thanks to entrants promoters and to sponsoring businessmen with prizes. Kelly Mathis, Contest Chairman, Lawrence Jaycees.
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Lawrence Jaycees
Money Received For KC Center
Kansas City Chamber of Commerce President Don R. Armacost said investors have provided 1.25 million to cover architectural fees for a proposed convention center. He noted the funds were raised before a court test of financing methods and that a not for profit corporation would finance via city tax proceeds and bonds estimated at 24 to 26 million dollars.
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Kansas City
Kansas City Chamber of Commerce
Don R. Armacost
Armacost
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