Lawrence Daily Journal-World Biography and Publication Details
A historical notice lists officers and staff of the Lawrence Daily Journal-World including L P H Simons Jr Vice President Publisher MAYER M URCK Zimmerman Ernest Pontius Advertising Manager Wezo Eller Business Manager editor W C Simons with publication details dating 1854 to 1982 and rates for mail and carrier subscriptions in Kansas and surrounding counties.
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C. Simons JR
ILL Mayer
Murck Zimmerman
Rnest Pontius
Wezo Eller
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Highway Slaughter A Christmas Weekend Toll
The article laments 700 Americans killed in automobile crashes over Christmas weekend, recalls predictions of 500 deaths, and criticizes public indifference while urging action to halt highway violence amid contrasting fears for Vietnam fatalities. It highlights police presence aiming to curb speeding and careless driving.
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American Motor&i
Wekend
Viet Nam
U.S
Apple
Weekend Weather Echoes Across States
A relaxed holiday feature notes near perfect Christmas weather in Kansas with snow and sun while contrasting floods in Arizona and mild Florida. It suggests Missourians heading to the Sugar Bowl should plan for cool damp New Orleans conditions and praises Kansas as a good place to live and raise a family.
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Lawrence
Arizona
Florida
New Orleans
Louisiana
Gulf Coast
California
Edbtern Kansas
FBI and Bugging Charges Shake Federal Agency
The FBI faces charges of illegal electronic spying including alleged bugging at Las Vegas hotel and casino offices. Reports say similar tactics were considered in Kansas City Los Angeles and Miami. Officials offered no confirmations or denials as inquiries continue.
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Federal Bureau of Investigation
Las Vegas
FBI
Tobe
Kansas City
Miami
Weed
Johnson
Debates Over Bugging and Wiretapping Ethics
Justice Department officials warned that the issue of bugging and wiretapping hinges on individuals involved with loved ones rescued from kidnapping. They fear abuses and erosion of privacy, urging the FBI to explain charges quickly and ensure methods do not abridge freedom or damage the bureau's prestige.
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White House
Justice Department
FBI
Interest Hike To Be Felt
The U S Treasury will borrow about $6 billion in coming weeks as it faces higher costs from a rising interest environment. Inflation, Social Security tax hikes, and Viet Nam war spending push up rates, with many borrowers facing higher loan and mortgage costs. The Federal Reserve rate hike adds to banks’ lending costs, likely increasing interest for consumers and businesses in 1966.
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New York
U. S. Treasury
Treasury
Federal Reserve Board
Fed
Viet Nam
James Burnham
Armed Services Committees
Congress
LBJ
Eisenhower named Man of the Year in 1955 poll
Voters select Dwight D. Eisenhower as Man of the Year in 1955. The list includes Walter Reuther Henry Ford II John Foster Dulles Jonas Salk Billy Graham Johnny Podres Grace Kelly and Herman Wouk among others. Youth groups from Plymouth Congregational and First Christian join a Chicago United Youth Fellowship tour.
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Associated Press
Dwight D. Eisenhower
Walter Reuther
Henry Ford II
John Foster Dulles
Jonas Salk
Billy Graham
Johnny Podres
Grace Kelly
Herman Wouk
Plymouth Congregational Church
First Christian Church of
Lawrence
Chicago
United Youth Fellowship
Bible Message and Prayer for Faith and Trust
A devotion based on Isaiah 25 4. Prayer asks God to increase faith and remove fear, acknowledging divine control and protection through every trial in the name of Christ.
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God
Christ
Johnson policies attacked by Buckley Republicans in critique
William F Buckley Jr and the Republican Coordinating Committee blast President Johnsons Vietnam policy, arguing for port quarantines and intensified air strikes while criticizing Johnsons indecision and suggesting elections may force clearer stance. The piece contrasts with Truman era debates and notes internal GOP challenges in assessing military aims and strategic outcomes.
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Republican Coordinating Committee
Johnson
Viet Nam
Harry Truman
Korea
Dirksen
Not Always Easy to Provide Answer to the Gift Riddle
A couple puzzling over a box of pistachio nuts sent with a note from Bob and Ginny in Chicago. They chase possible sender clues, recalling friends in Easthampton Los Angeles Klosters and a diary, while debating a prank and whether to thank them in February.
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Bob
Ginny
Chicago
Bob and
Kathy
Alice
Lucille
Easthampton
Frank
Joan
Adolph
Phyllis
Pends
Peter
Mary
Bob Kingsbury
Ellen
Harold
Ginny Clyde
Los Angeles
Washington
Bobby
Bobs
Ginnys
Klosters
Switzerland
Irwin
Marion
Art
Ann
Taxpayers Foot Ostrich Bill
Congressman Roudebush criticizes a National Science Foundation grant that funded a year and a half study of ostriches in Africa, costing 23700 dollars. He argues such funding is not a critical government priority and highlights the burden on taxpayers.
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Washington
U. S
Africa
Richard L. Roudebush
Roudebush
Indiana Republican
National Science Foundation
Easing a Frozen Shoulder and Related Medical Advice
Reader asks about a frozen shoulder and Dr Mother explains causes such as lack of movement and tissues around the joint. Treatments include physical manipulation, heat, guided exercise, and possible surgery with pain and patient effort required.
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Gabrielle Lagerwald House Damaged by Blow Up Will
Gabrielle Lagerwald, wife of a European banker, owns a white concrete house on Long Island designed by Edward Darrell Stone. Her will directs that the home be blown up. John Mills dims El Morocco lights to suit aging patrons. Love Note’s The Fan Tasticks flop after The Yearling. Humphrey’s Christmas cards sent without stamps, postage due applies.
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Gabrielle Lagerwald
L. I
Edward Darrell Stone
Love Note
Fantasticks
Noto
Ewnerpita
Hal Boyle Monday Potpourri Freshly Boyle-ed
A column of assorted Light-Hearted items and trivia from Hal Boyle includes hospital stay averages dropping to 7.7 days, notes on Greek New Year customs, colorful pianos in pastels, and odd facts about fuel, economy, and folklore. It also mentions a prison newsletter and various quick quips about health, history, and geography.
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New York
Hungary
U.S
Thomas Jefferson
John Tyler
Calvin Coolidge
Warren G. Harding
Harry S. Truman
U.S. Department of Agriculture
Mountain Echoes
Manitoba Penitentiary
British Isles
Pigs Ear
Pennsylvania
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