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Newspaper
Lawrence Journal World
Location
Lawrence, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Jan 10, 1969
Page
2
Lawrence Daily Journal World credits Dolph Simons as president and editor with Bill Mayer as vice president and publisher The paper lists Ernest Pontius as managing editor Leo Eller as advertising director and W C Simons as editor It publishes daily except Sunday and has longtime affiliation with The World Company since 1854.
Vice President Humphrey urges scrapping the Electoral College for direct national vote. He notes Wallace’s third-party run threatened the will of the people and says Congress’ inaction risks a constitutional crisis while Nixon’s 1968 victory shows the need for reform.
The West German government worries as young men increasingly refuse military service and join conscientious objector ranks. Despite this trend the nation still needs about 165 thousand draftees annually, while student opposition to U S Vietnam War involvement grows and sparks debate on future peaceful leadership.
The article discusses Big Foot as America's elusive cryptid akin to Nessie and the Yeti. It notes reports of eight foot tall humanoid apelike creatures in California, claims of encounters and abductions, and the cultural fascination with such myths rather than proof.
The text argues that seeking a complete sample of legends or their creatures may disappoint, as many people crave mystery. It suggests that creatures serve a societal need to fill imagination with wonder rather than provide a full, known account.
Vice President-elect Spiro Agnew called Galo Plaza to arrange a long interview on Latin American affairs before their Dec 9 joint appearance at a National League of Cities meeting. Plaza, a veteran Ecuadorian diplomat, noted Agnew’s listening and questions but Latin diplomats remain skeptical about commitment and expertise in hemispheric policy.
Old Home Town items from 1958 note James Paddock named assistant county attorney to Wes Norwood and Raymond Briman speaking at the Douglas County Mental Health meeting. The Comanche horse props in a Dyche Museum movie tied to Tonka about Custer. Twenty years earlier a 1944 memorial for Prof Miles Sterling at Plymouth Church. Brown couple’s 50th anniversary. marriage of Russell Smith to Marjorie Jacqmann. Tolstoy’s son misses KU convocation. dorm smoking room petition at Wisconsin University.
A devotional note urges readers to align choices of service with first things, seeking guidance to place God first. The meditation cites Jesus teaching the Lord's Prayer and closes with a prayerful benediction.
In letters to the Journal-World dated Jan 8 69 residents object to a front page double image claiming it erodes morals and distracts from religious messages. Rev Loren Mohler condemns sensational ads while Greg Buerger urges better city refuse collection with larger trash items and no tree size rule.
The Lawrence School District 497 sponsors an adult education program with support from the State Board of Vocational Education University Extension University of Kansas and the Lawrence Chamber of Commerce. Most classes are held at Lawrence High School with others as needed. Classes run Monday Tuesday and Wednesday evenings with special classes possible any day. The program offers Self Improvement Art Commercial Homemaking Vocational Improvement and Adult Basic Education. In fall 1968 there were 75 classes and 1 467 enrollments. Open to anyone sixteen or older with prerequisites as needed. high school students need approval. Fees include a $10 for 10 weeks course and a $2 registration fee. payment due by the second class meeting. An official spring term enrollment will begin January 25 with classes starting February 12.
Ray mond Sansoucie risked his life to stop a purse snatcher during a New Year’s Eve chase, was fatally shot, and his widow awaits a fifth child. A grand jury association launched a fund that quickly neared $50,000 with donations from 22 states. Letters praised the heroism while noting concerns about crime and policing, reflecting public debate on safety and law enforcement.
The piece surveys New York City in 1968 facing fires, strikes by trash collectors, police, firemen, teachers, and hospital workers, plus a flu epidemic and oil-deliverer walkouts. It notes overcrowding, high rents, and persistent hope for improvements despite chaos.
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