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Newspaper
Lawrence Journal World
Location
Lawrence, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Jan 23, 1975
Page
3
The editorial argues the recession stems from multiple factors including inflation unemployment and government policy. It cites consumer spending crop setbacks in 1974 weather and oil prices and urges restraint avoid wars and oil dependence while seeking a stable economy in 1975 with fair treatment for workers and business.
A Lawrence bridge consultant warned spandrel beams on the Kaw River Bridge may deteriorate amid freezing thaw cycles. City officials have not begun the recommended inspections, citing lack of equipment for external visual checks, risking potential disaster if the structure fails while awaiting replacement.
In Washington a survey of wage earners after President Ford's tax message finds varied plans for rebates. A bus driver will take family to Palm Springs, a fireman aims for a yacht, a waiter plans to open a French restaurant, and others consider travel or home purchases while one taxpayer relies on tax-free bonds to avoid refunds.
Irving Hill, longtime president of Lawrence National Bank since 1922, was named honorary chairman of the board. Riley Burcham became president. Ottawa High beat Lawrence 39 33 in basketball. Several Lawrence residents were named or elected to local posts and scholarships. Marion Talley, once a grand opera star, was headed for Hollywood.
The piece argues Ford alienated conservatives amidst liberal economic policy and urges candid examination of austerity. It explores historical analogies, warns against overconfident predictions, and calls for selective federal retrenchment with state-focused subsidy shifts and potential unemployment impacts.
President Ford, echoed by major state governors, warns of a fiscally austere nation as inaugural and budget reviews reveal a push for tighter spending. The piece stresses a joint demand for disciplined action to restore the economy without partisan delay.
Article assesses how Congress placed CIA oversight under the two foreign affairs committees and expands access to sensitive operations to about 153 members. It argues the move risks security breaches and could paralyze covert foreign work, amid a broader anti CIA mood and post Watergate climate. It notes President Ford and the White House faced little resistance and cites reactions from Senate leaders and critics.
The piece argues consumer price increases slow but do not expect broad price declines for years. Simon warns inflation will persist with occasional dips in cattle and housing, while rising demand, higher wages, and expanding governments fuel price pressures in industrial societies.
Dolph Simons Sr. Dolph C. Simons Jr. Bill Mayer Ralph Gage Jack Starkey Leo Eller appear in a readable community notice listing residents or officials involved in a local event or project. The fragment hints at a civic or organizational context with multiple named individuals.
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