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Newspaper
Lawrence Journal World
Location
Lawrence, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Feb 14, 1966
Page
2
The Lawrence Daily confirms its 1864 establishment and lists roles including President Editor in Chief Vice President Publisher Leah Marinelnn Editor RTOS and Manager along with Business Manager.
President Johnson says inflation could erode the economic gains of the Great Society and signals possible tax increases to curb rising prices. He notes defense needs and Viet Nam costs constrain domestic spending, urging tighter credit and prudent fiscal policy to avoid economic damage.
The piece contrasts Kansas weather with harsher conditions elsewhere, noting fewer big snowstorms in the Northeast and costly West Coast landslides. It laments California hillside damage from heavy rains and shifting earth, while affirming local moderate conditions and sympathy for affected homeowners.
Educators worry about high dropout rates among Ph D candidates with some schools reporting up to 50 percent exit. Many leave to pursue work, not academic reasons, while others cite exams and language tests. The issue underscores shifting attitudes toward education and resource strains in universities.
A discussion centers on an appeal involving former judge Kenneth Keating and congressmen connected to New York. The article outlines legal moves, potential rulings, and implications for the involved political figures.
A law clerk proposed a stark alternative for appeals, suggesting every attorney stand on a neck-rope platform behind their motion for leave to appeal. If leave is granted, the rope is released. if denied, the platform is released.
New York AP reports rising loan demand as the economy expands into its sixth year. Banks may lift rates, FHA mortgage costs rise to 5.5 percent, and conventional loans average around 6 percent. Banks seek savers to fund growing lending, with forecasts calling for ongoing rate increases through 1966.
Harold Snider leaves post as Highway Commissioner after 16 years with Gov. Fred Hall replacing him. KU professor T. H. Marshall resigns as chair of the 75th Anniversary Committee. Prof. Leonard Axe succeeds. Birth certificates legalized for pre 1911 records by Gov. Ratner as many births occur at Lawrence Memorial Hospital. 5 babies in one day and 11 in nursery. Lawrence High defeats Baldwin 21 15 then loses to Topeka 23 8. Cosmos Club of 1906 abstains from religion and politics. Clavilux color organ performance at Robinson Gym praised as a new art.
Bible message on dwelling in faith from Ephesians 3 17 19 expresses the breadth length depth and height of Christ love. Prayer thanks God for guiding faith and asks grace to express faith as aid to others in the Savior’s name Amen.
William F Buckley Jr analyzes New Jersey Rat Finks a Young Republican splinter group. He notes factional alliances with the Gangbusters and Birchers amid internal feuds and a controversial Nazi Jingle Bell song. He questions racism links and urges GOP self defense against liberal baiting.
Readers ask about long term use of belladonna for diverticulitis and cramps. The doctor warns against overuse and notes risk for glaucoma, then advises diet and hydration. separate letters discuss mobility aids, heart comfort, and that targeted weight loss via massage belts is ineffective. steady, gradual weight loss is recommended.
Washington speculates that China may join the air war over North Viet Nam rather than send ground troops. If Chinese aircraft confront U S planes near the border, President Johnson could face a pivotal hot pursuit decision.
Hal Boyle notes that height does not determine brains and cites leaders like Churchill Einstein and Caesar as medium or short statures. He mocks the idea that taller executives boost morale and highlights a short editor’s self reference about his own height.
Fran Heflin recalls moving to New York to act and care for her brother Van Heflin. He reportedly supervised her chores, even hiding dated papers to remind her to dust. The piece weaves in judges, artists, and a Catholic Digest anecdote about a professor.
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