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Newspaper
Lawrence Journal World
Location
Lawrence, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Feb 06, 1975
Page
2
Journal World editorial weighs Ford's shifting tax stance and social security funding as Congress debates how to curb deficits. It argues urgent nationwide leadership is needed across all groups to salvage Social Security and stabilize the economy amid political maneuvering.
In 1947 President Truman pressed Congress to establish the CIA to deliver information in its raw form. He warned against departmentally filtered reports and called for an independent agency to aid decision making. He later voiced concerns that CIA had drifted into policy making, risking a shadow over free society.
President Ford warns of a grim economic outlook with high unemployment and rising prices. He cites misaligned institutions and heavy regulation as key distortions while noting a global shift in power and trade. Private enterprise faces stagnation as mature firms avoid reorganization and seek federal aid, risking worker impact.
FBI Director Clarence M Kelley warns that raw citizen files stored in computers pose serious risk only if misused. A fictional dialogue shows a talking machine exposing rumors about senators actors athletes and a Supreme Court justice, illustrating dangers of unverified data and the belief that computers never lie.
Kenneth Fisher and the Facilities Planning Committee are urged to press long range expansion of Lawrence High School instead of closing Centennial Elementary and moving programs to Cordley. The writer argues the plan fails to address fine arts, vocational, Extension, and special education needs and would crowd Cordley.
The piece argues that Ford's proposed import tax on fuel Trumpets demagogic charges while outlining options from wartime sanctions to reduced oil use. It warns against a failing cartel response and notes the economic strain from higher oil costs and potential gas rationing.
The 1965 notes mention the Douglas County State Lake near Lawrence awaiting water, KU enrollment projected above 11 000, and city election candidates Jesse Milan Richard Raney Mike Getto with Wes Santee heading a reform committee. The 1950 entries recall Alpha Omega Alpha election for Alexander Mitchell, Lawrence High loss to Parsons, and local civic figures including Ben Barteldes and county agent Deal Six.
A concise prayer thanks God for power seen in creation and asks for dedication to divine will and wisdom. The text expresses gratitude and a request for guidance in daily life through faith.
An article notes a developing argument in Washington about rising government transfer payments and entitlement programs. It cites Ford's warnings on spending and analyzes growth in Social Security Medicare food stamps and other aid, arguing that growth reflects political choices not creeping socialism.
The World Company in Lawrence Kansas lists editors Dolph Simons Sr Dolph Simons Jr Bill Mayer Ralph Gage Jack Starkey and Leo Eller. Established 1854 with daily publication except Sunday at Sixth and New Hampshire, Lawrence. Subscription rates shown for carrier and mail across regions including Kansas and beyond.
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