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Newspaper
Lawrence Journal World
Location
Lawrence, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Jan 23, 1969
Page
14
A 16 year old Lewr John Welling expresses views on legalization measuring potential happiness impact and risks. He notes behind the scenes use and urges awareness of consequences before any small scale adoption.
Ken Rammer a 17 year old senior and Bill Gray 15 a sophomore share caution about legalizing marijuana. Rammer cites unknown long term effects and public buying risks while Gray argues marijuana could be more harmful than alcohol and may lead to addiction.
A public warning warns marijuana can harm mental health and may affect families. Officials express concern about addiction and risk of escalating drug use, urging caution and public awareness.
Lawrence High School students Kathy Gilles Mark Krull Neal Pease and Charles Getto will debate for the state title at Wichita State University Friday and Saturday. Debeate coach Mrs Joyce Dana. LHS won regional honors at Washburn University with Topeka West also advancing and facing teams from Hays Hutchinson Newton Pittsburg Shawnee Mission East and South in the state event.
West Junior High School will hold a series of meetings to acquaint parents with next year’s course offerings. Meetings in the multipurpose room are 7 30 p m Monday for ninth graders 7 30 p m Tuesday for eighth graders and 7 30 p m Feb 4 for seventh graders. Students will be informed at school and enroll before year end.
Mayor John V. Lindsay donated a pint of blood and called it a miracle he had any left after three years in City Hall. He laughed at his tired body while urging New Yorkers to donate as the Red Cross drive began.
Senator Edward M. Kennedy dropped broad hints about a 1972 presidential bid at a fundraising dinner to erase the Robert Kennedy campaign deficit. He joked about a Muskie Kennedy ticket and noted the ongoing impact of 1968 events as Humphrey and others applauded. The event, part of efforts to cover a $3.5 million debt, drew about 2,500 attendees with $100 minimums.
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