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Newspaper
Lawrence Journal World
Location
Lawrence, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Jan 11, 1968
Page
2
City officials again defer a decision on leasing about 14 000 square feet in the First National Bank building at 9th and Mass Streets for five years at roughly 215 000 dollars. They weigh cost against a future city county joint building and need clear planning.
Article outlines top contenders Nixon Romney Reagan Rockefeller and Percy for the 1968 GOP nomination. Veterans say Nixon has inside track but weak image. Romney struggles for support. Reagan seen as strong No 2. Rockefeller reluctant and cautious about a race. Experts foresee Johnson vulnerable if Vietnam war worsens.
The piece weighs GOP options for the 1960 nomination. Nixon offers experience but a loser image, Rockefeller brings polish and broad appeal, while others worry over a risky figurehead. Johnson’s position weakens as voters stay with incumbents amid war and economic concerns.
Growing demand a miners strike and substitution limits push silver above 2.10 an ounce this week. Currency brokers pay high prices for silver certificates as redemption ends June 24. About 300 million in certificates remain versus a 450 million value with premium.
Dr. Donald Bailey showcased 1 000 mice in KU laboratory hereditary studies with plans for 10 000. Joe Lewis agreed to tax payments of 20 000 yearly until 250 000 is cleared. Roy Haines honored for 60 years in banking. Andrew Schoeppel became governor. Jess Denison lieutenant governor. Baldwin Mitchell begins term as attorney general. Milton Beach named county attorney replacing Bob Oyler. Frank Gray probate judge. Albert Spalding entertained in Hoch auditorium praising acoustics. Mrs. J B Watkins plans a 175 000 hospital gift adjacent to the existing hospital.
A devotional note urges readers to pray for others, asking God for strength and power through prayer. It emphasizes bringing all concerns to God, interceding for others, and seeking divine help in their lives through Jesus Christ.
The Justice Department targets Spock the baby doctor and Coffin the Yale chaplain as a high profile pair in the U S versus Spock and Coffin. The article argues their defense aims to frame the issue as free speech while risking a public moral showdown over the Vietnam War.
Washington faced a major peace scare as North Vietnam signaled willingness to discuss negotiations if U S bombing ceased. The episode jolted the White House and State Department, prompting heightened alerts and potential military responses while underscoring pressures from peace advocates.
Law rence High School students watched a film on LSD and its social and chemical aspects. The presence of Dr. Schwegler and Dr. Mossberg to answer questions aided learning, and the writers express public appreciation for their guidance.
Dr Molner responds to questions about bleaching leg hair with hydrogen peroxide and stronger peroxide options available in stores. He also advises a reader to follow her physician and seek psychiatric help for fatigue faintness and anxiety rather to expect a sudden improvement.
Hal Boyle reports Col. John H. Glenn Jr. rebounded from personal and financial crises after his 1962 orbital triumph. He debuts as NBC TV’s Great Explorations host, recalls Henry Stanley’s Africa trek, and discusses recovery, finances, and family. He remains active with NASA consulting and Royal Crown Cola International. He runs daily and values a return to health and stability.
Washington reports a 2 percent border tax on all imports was considered but not announced with the balance of payments package. Officials rushed the plan for Jan 1 disclosure, omitting the tax as other elements remained sketchy amid sharp criticism.
The piece discusses a rising parental anxiety, labeling it pediaphobia the fear of children. It notes that many parents report feeling uneasy around their kids and frames this as a psychiatric concern.
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