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Newspaper
Lawrence Journal World
Location
Lawrence, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Jan 15, 1973
Page
2
Fragmentary OCR from Lawrence Daily Journal World shows staff roles and publication details for The World Company. It notes editors and publishers, including Bill Mayer and Leo Eller, and lists pricing for subscriptions across regions, dating back to 1854 origins.
Reflecting on a decade since major polio vaccines were approved the piece notes vivid relief as polio vanished from daily life and public clinics grew. It contrasts agricultural gains with farmer income lagging and urges policies to reward farmers and sustain food production for a growing population.
The American Forest Institute announces a 1973 goal to plant nearly one billion trees in U S forests to replace those lost to harvest fire and disease. It notes natural seedfall continually reforests areas, while stressing human action accelerates renewal and emphasizes broad public participation.
The text notes 1972 per person U.S. wood fiber use totaling about a ton for tissues, newspapers, books and more. Pulp and paper alone account for 470 pounds per person annually, ten times 1900. It argues population growth will raise demand and urges wiser replenishment of natural resources.
The piece argues annual reports and shareholder meetings have become rituals with little reader impact. It cites GM as emblematic of limited audience and engagement, noting most shareholders hold small stakes and many do not read reports. Fred Foy critiques reports for poor accessibility and lack of human context.
Lawrence notes sub zero cold wave with no new snowfall. John Anderson begins second Kansas term urging governance closest to people. Public oral polio vaccine phase advances. Lawrence figures appointees to House committees. 25 years ago 1958 Winter Club meets at Mrs. Willis Colman. KU to open swimming season at Kansas State. Sachem honors include Arthur Tech. 40 years ago 1933 NHS seniors listed. mild winter fuels optimism. prayer reflection closes.
A reader recalls Dr. Fred R. Isaacs who practiced from infancy through retirement delivering children, setting bones, making house calls, and offering a sympathetic ear. His noted philosophy, “I have tried hard for many years to provide what my patients need,” marks him as a doctor of great stature.
Ralph Nader and the National Press Club form a Press Information Center with Nader's Center for the Study of Responsive Law to aid reporters in obtaining government information. The effort aims to provide tools to challenge information withholding by authorities.
A new group led by Stewart Mott aims to counter Robert Strauss by creating a shadow staff for left leaning DNC members and reform commissions. Alan Baron, a McGovern aide, drafts the memo arguing to mobilize a centralized liberal coalition. Meanwhile Haldeman enhances White House control as Scali moves toward the United Nations post.
The article notes a shift in U S agriculture from many small varied farms to fewer larger specialized operations. Weather and planning, not just price, influence crop decisions, with hog and wheat markets showing cautious farmer responses. Large farmers hold costly investments and rigid plans, restraining major production swings.
Hollywood reports Rosalind Russell and Edward G. Robinson will receive honorary Oscars at the 45th Academy Awards on March 27. The board of governors announced the special awards.
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