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Newspaper
Lawrence Journal World
Location
Lawrence, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Jan 06, 1973
Page
1
The column argues that press freedom is essential for public knowledge and warns of rising attempts to muzzle reporters. It cites jailed journalists for protecting sources, urges responsible reporting, and notes upcoming shield legislation and congressional debate.
Retirement of Lawrence Fire Department Captain C D Brubaker and transfers within the department lead to two new hires and several promotions effective Jan 1. Lee Burns replaces Brubaker at Station 3, Paul Findley becomes captain at Station 2, Larry Stemmerman advances to drillmaster, and Don W Beckner is named training lieutenant. New employees Roy Allen and Mark L John complete the roster. Fire Chief F C Sanders says the department is at full strength.
U.S. District Court Judge W Arthur Garrity ruled that conscientious objectors who complete two years of alternative service qualify for the same educational benefits as military veterans. The ruling struck down a Veterans Administration interpretation that benefits were denied because objectors were not on active duty, noting that alternative service disrupts life as much as active duty.
Airline passengers generally favorable to new federal anti hijacking measures requiring inspection of carry on luggage and traveler screening took effect Friday. Airport spokesmen reported good cooperation and most interviewees felt safety benefits outweighed the inconvenience.
Debris and holes on the Central Park rink forced workmen to reflood sections after ice damage from skating. Fred DeVictor, assistant city parks director, says conditions are poor while Peterson Pond remains good. No report on Potter Lake. a tester fell through ice on Thursday. Traffic improved but 16 minor accidents noted. no sheriff's mishaps. Cold trend continues with highs 10 to 20 degrees, then low 20s midweek.
Reading Massachusetts AP report notes a cheeky classified ad segment. An ad offers Morris the yellow cat for sale or free to a good home due to a son's allergies. The son Ted, 14, is also listed for sale or free ad with a humorous twist and a joke about spaghetti.
Kansas Governor Robert Docking will join 100 dignitaries for an invitation only open house at Agency Records Control Inc in the First National Bank Tower Lawrence. ARC plans data processing services for independent insurance agents and will hire 40 keypunch operators as it expands across multiple midwest states. ARCs Houston parent Kaneb Services connects to Kaneb Pipeline and other holdings in several states.
House Speaker Duane C. McGill announced 19 of 21 chairmen for the 1973 Kansas Legislature. All appointees are Republicans, with eight holdovers and 11 new chairs. Names include Vogel, Smith, Gabriel, Durfee, Bunten, Hill, Tobias, Dyck, Whiteside, Winters, Ward, Hayes, Buck, Peterson, Harris, Branchi, Bower, and others with listed localities.
Miami police identified Louis Franklin Duty Jr. as one of the robbers of a local supermarket last month. Louis Duty Sr. surrendered his son to police headquarters where the youth was booked on an armed robbery charge.
In Lawrence thoughtful citizens provide feed for birds during severe winter weather. Ground covered with ice and snow makes feeding urgent to sustain bird populations. Mixed feed and bread scraps help the frequent visitors such as Juncos, Chickadees, Cardinals and Blue Jays. Birds also drink from fresh water in freezing conditions.
Cathy Bratek and Bob Nordyke have joined the Journal-World news staff as reporters. Bratek, KU journalism graduate and former Southwestern Bell PR worker, will cover Lawrence School District 497 and Haskell Indian Junior College. Nordyke, KU graduate and former Washburn journalism instructor, will report on area activities.
Bradford D. Charles and Susie Payton filed a replevin suit in Douglas County District Court seeking $10,000 to $25,000 plus $2,000 damages and interest, claiming the cash held by the state and county entities should be returned to them. The money was found Oct. 5 on a farm west of Lawrence by a moving man. liens and an extradition hearing are noted, with no final disbursement set.
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