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Newspaper
Lawrence Journal World
Location
Lawrence, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Feb 06, 1973
Page
3
Lawrence Journal World issue dated Tuesday February 6 1973 lists staff roles and offices. Publication details note The World Company as publisher with contact and subscription rates across Kansas and Missouri regions.
Sen. Vance Hartke of Indiana contends Delta Air Lines erred by boarding him without magnetometer screening and by not inspecting his carry-on, drawing a $2,000 FAA fine. He calls the penalty illegal and plans to contest it, urging airline compliance with security rules.
Kansas State University extension foresters guide a statewide effort to plant trees and beautify cities facing elm disease losses. About 198 towns have requested help, with 51 having full plans and 82 with partial projects. Officials warn against reliance on a single species and urge careful budgeting and community forestry development.
New York AP reports that between 4.4 and 4.7 million jobless remain while the unemployment rate sits at 5 percent, the lowest since July 1970. Officials fear a rate below 4.5 percent could spark inflation, arguing gradual expansion is safer.
Old Home Town Donald Binns a Lawrence High social studies teacher ran for City Commission with School Board approval. KU registrar reports spring enrollment 8 848. Emporia High beats Lawrence 25 to 19 in basketball. City Council plans to annex KU campus areas. 93 000 fish seeded in Tonganoxie State Lake. Comedian George Gobel films at Centron. Robert Taylor named Pinckney elementary coordinator. Ray Evans named Elk of the Year. Matinee classes offered at Sunflower Village for wives. Psalm 63 5 6 prayer excerpt included.
Friends recall Lyndon B. Johnson’s desire to be buried in his hill country family graveyard near the home where he began life. He spoke of loving the hill country and the need for a homeland tribute, while noting President Nixon had discussed Vietnam cease-fire plans with Johnson before his death at 64.
The author notes Frank Shakespeare has stepped down as head of the United States Information Agency and lauds his thoughtful service. He recalls Shakespeare’s path from CBS to the Nixon era, his commitment to truth in information policy, and the challenges of defining USIA’s mission amid diplomatic upheaval.
The Lawrence School system has used computers for over six years providing 275 annual reports across Attendance, Budgeting, Payroll and more. It aims to boost efficiency, individualize learning, and develop student interest in mathematics, business education, science, and data processing through courses like Introduction to Data Processing and Computer Mathematics.
Nixon used a closed door budget session to signal a powerful White House task for George Bush as Republican national chairman. The move positions Bush near Nixon in the Executive Office Building with control over political patronage and messaging for the party.
A reflective column details a daughter Tracy leaving for college, her semester off, and the father’s mixed emotions. He recalls her growth, her plans in English, and a quiet house now emptied of her presence, ending with questions about parenthood and lasting memories.
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