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Newspaper
Lawrence Journal World
Location
Lawrence, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Feb 25, 1972
Page
2
The Lawrence Journal-World lists Rolph C. Simons as president publisher and Dolph Simons as editor along with staff roles. The paper, established 1854, serves Douglas County and surrounding regions with rate details for subscriptions and postal notices.
Viewers saw the Nixon visit to Peking with banquets the Great Wall and opera but critics said networks should not reveal secret talks. Commentators complained about not announcing major pronouncements, while officials warn premature disclosure could undermine trust.
The 1971 Lawrence city elections sparked talks on expanding the City Commission from five to seven with four geographically elected members and three at large. Annexation near the Kansas Power and Light plant renews calls for a larger, more responsive body and nonpartisan representation. The shift away from partisan operations since 1951 is noted, with geographical representation as a possible path forward. Political observers compare it to Kennedy era campaigns and speculate on figures like New York Mayor John Lindsay gaining momentum for 1972.
Reporters were briefed ahead of the event as staff discussed ski boot sizes and renting gear to hobnob with the candidate. Snowmobiles were readied and the hill scouted for optimal photo angles as photographers prepared to capture the mayor dashing down slopes. Money appears ample and staff numbers sufficient, with potential additions as needed, signaling a formidable campaign operation around a poised and articulate figure.
A New York AP analysis argues that even small inflation triggers a boom bust cycle, worsening costs and eroding financial security. It notes 1972 Americans face a higher price path, with 6 percent unemployment and 3 to 3.6 percent inflation raising long term value losses and stricter government intervention.
Hazardous snow and sleet crippled Lawrence streets with temperatures in the 20s slowing traffic. The piece notes beaver trapping, local youths from DeSoto and Lawrence, high accident rates but no serious injuries, and a push for a KU fieldhouse with lawmakers urged to fund it. A National Guard unit qualification is mentioned along with community clinics at City Hall and a Legion canvass on jobs for rebuilding.
The observer describes Richard Nixon toasting Chou En-lai and greeting Chinese officials at a Peking banquet, portraying a moment of personal diplomacy amid tense U.S. China relations. The piece cites Mao Zedong’s rhetoric accusing U.S. imperialism and warns about the revolutionary tone influencing the American public.
KU Theatre presents Eric Andersons Just Good Friends with three student actors Margaret played by Sally Smith Matthew by Collis White and Stephen by Noel Pizinger. Andrea Castle Southard directs a tight ensemble and utilitarian set by John Ahrens enhancing a thoughtful exploration of friendships and budding love.
A reader questions the true family tax burden for the Vietnam conflict and challenges Kansas legislators and editors to quantify war spending. The letter asks readers to assess personal security, global image, and democracy gains before concluding whether ongoing funding is justified.
Washington observers warn that U S readers see China on TV and worry it may constrain Nixon. Harvard professor Fairbank suggested Nixon could end the Cold War with Beijing, a view critics deem overly optimistic and risky for U S bargaining power.
Editor's note introduces Paul Carttar a Kansas University freshman and 1971 Lawrence High School honor graduate who writes the Journal-World Opinion Page column.
The California Supreme Court curtailed capital punishment as un constitutional, echoed by a New Jersey decision. The piece argues four main abolition reasons including unfair application, weak deterrence, failure to deter, and moral inconsistency. It cites political motives behind retaining the death penalty and urges humanitarian reform.
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