Lawrence Daily Journal World staff and publication details
The Lawrence Daily Journal World lists staff including Doler Simons Sr Editor and Ben Simons Jr President Publisher with roles such as Executive Editor News Editor and Advertising Director. It notes established 1554 W C Simons as editor 1891 to 1952 and publication as a daily except Sunday with postal and subscription rates and AB C circulation and AP membership.
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Voter Turnout Highlights Youth Vote In 1972 Election
Census Bureau reports 5.3 million youths aged 18 to 20 voted last November, about 48.3 percent of those eligible. National turnout hovered near 55 percent, while Douglas County set a record with about 28 500 ballots and 85 percent of eligible voters participating.
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Douglas County
America
Census Bureau
Britain
England
Complex Social Security Changes May Still Underwhelm Widows
As of January 1 four million widows faced higher Social Security benefits under new law but actual payments depend on their husband’s entitlement and the claimant’s age. Full benefits require a husband on maximum pension and the widow claiming at age 65. Early retirement, or claiming before 65, reduces the payout. Statisticians are still calculating reductions for smaller pension bases, and experts warn many will see less than expected amid ongoing program uncertainties.
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Congress
Personalities at Watkins Bank
The Watkins Bank Building and Watkins Land Mortgage Company housed a cast of figures from cashier C. H. Tucker to janitor Will Morris and notable visitors like Prof. Solomon Lefschetz. The article recalls daily life, jokes, and routines that shaped Lawrence's early financial hub as it moves toward becoming the Elizabeth Watkins Community Museum.
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Elfriede Fischer Rowe
Watkins Bank
Lawrence City
11Th and
Massachusetts
Elizabeth Watkins
Watkins Land Mortgage Company
Will Morris
C. H. Tucker
Charlie
Mr. Tucker
Miss Fischer
Miss Flynn
11Th Street
Morris
Watkins
England
Summerfield and
Chalkley
T. H. Chalkley
M. Summerfield
Solon Summerfield
T. C. Green
Letters on movie pricing and peace stance clash
A reader argues teenagers should not pay adult movie prices while lacking access to X or R rated films without an adult. Another letter condemns antiwar pacifists and defends strong action against North Vietnam, urging readiness to fight for freedom.
Millionaire by 65 Through $100 Monthly Investments
A New York AP feature presents a plan by John Winthrop Wright to reach about 1 million dollars by age 65 starting with $100 a month. It outlines 8 to 15 percent returns, compounding, and tax considerations, with scenarios for 20 to 40 years.
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New York
Junior
Sam
Wall Street
John Winthrop Wright
Wright
William Allen White Award winner named in 1963
Paul Miller, president of Gannett newspapers in Rochester, is named the 1963 recipient of the William Allen White Foundation award. The item notes past Lawrence totals from 1962, and includes brief historical notes on local education, fairs, and notable deaths. It also lists various local events from 1948 to 1963 and closes with a biblical prayer.
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Paul Miller
Gannett Newspapers
Rochester
N.Y
William Allen White Foundation
Lawrence
Douglas County
Perry Reservoir
Change in Attitude Noted California Trek Shows a Setup
California migration slowed in the 1970s amid high unemployment especially in aerospace, smog and crowding. Beverly Hills Transfer sees inbound/outbound loads near parity as job losses curb moves. Los Angeles County registers population decline for the first time.
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Los Angeles
California
New York
Fred Nason Jr
Beverly Hills Transfer & Storage Co
Conrad Jamison
Security Pacific National Bank
Los Angeles County
State Assembly
Science and Technology Council
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Lawrence Schools Embrace Modern Vocational Education Shift
A Lawrence School District report outlines a shift toward modern vocational education aligned with industry needs. It notes 83 percent of U S jobs do not require a college degree and outlines plans for curriculum changes, training sessions, and potential new facilities to prepare students for entry, on the job training, or college paths.
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United States
Lawrence
Kansas University
State Department of Vocational Education
Lawrence High School
Carl Knox
David Kendall
Kenneth Fisher
H. C. Stuart
R. B. Daniels
State Department
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Kanane City
Lawrence, Kan
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Associated Press
Federal Trade Commission
Elfriede Fischer
Watkins National Bank
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Mrs. Kilworth
Sigma Chis
Texas
Anne Flynn
Art Russell
Early Huddleston
Leonard Hazen
Dudley Asher
Dick Williams
David Mackie
Dave
Pearl Holland
Carroll D. Clark
Bank of the Banking Area
W. E. Hazen
Leonard
James W. Paddock
C. A. Hill
Eudora
Tucker
Mr. Hill
Santa Fe
Prof
Solomon Lefschetz
Don Squires
Bank
Dahlenes
Dick’s
Solon Emery
W. R. Stubbs
Hutts
Jess Willard
Student Army Training Corps
Mississippi Street
McCook Field
Burroughs
Mr. Watkins
Green
Kansas City
Mr. Stanton
Anna Hutt
Mr. Green
Raymond Rice
Mrs. Watkins
Frank Miller
Louisiana
Mortgage Company
Journal-World
Kirk Thomas
Deerfield School
Czechoslovakia
Vietnam
Truman
China
Hanoi
North Vietnam
Harold Marcus
Rt. 2
John Cunniff
Old Home Town
Lawrence High
Leavenworth
Frank B. Devis
Lawrence Memorial Hospital
Pat Shrader
Gene Kemberling
D. M. Swarthout
KU School of Fine Arts
National Music Teachers Assn
Supt. C. E. Birch
New York School
Haskell Indian Institute
God
Christ
By Max Stalcup
Continuing Education
U.S
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