Editorial questions on defense spending under Carter
Journal World analyzes the clash between President Carter’s pledge to cut defense spending and Senate and House reluctance. It notes Mondale’s assurances to NATO and concerns about Europe, the Rumsfeld briefings that alarm lawmakers, and signals Defense Secretary Brown will resist cuts to close the U S Soviet military gap. It argues for open debate over national security despite political risk.
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Jimmy Carter
U.S. Defense Department
Carter
Walter Mondale
North Atlantic Treaty Organization
Mondale
U.S
Europe
Donald Rumsfeld
Gerald Ford
United States
Rumsfeld
Congress
Defense
Harold Brown
President must consider American freedom first
The piece notes Curacao radio limits during Carter's inauguration and discusses public indifference to inaugurals. It contrasts Carter's address with Lincoln and highlights themes of freedom, poverty, and the dangers of universal ideological zeal. It also reflects on American ideals, democracy, and the role of leadership in safeguarding liberty.
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Curacao
Jimmy Carter
Mr. Carter
Carter
John Quincy Adams
Friends of Liberty
Adams
Carters walk sparks talk of a world record journey
Washington buzzes over President Carter and Amy walking from the Capitol to the White House in 35 minutes 10 seconds, a claimed world record for a head of state. The piece recounts prior attempts by figures like Henry Gerard Ezra Beatleman and protestors, noting missteps and humorous anecdotes along the route.
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Washington
Carter
Capitol
White House
Amy
Henry Gerard
Tampa
Fla
Senate
7Th St
Pennsylvania Ave
Ezra Beatleman
Racine
Wisc
Carters
Beatleman
Washington Express
Post Office
George Washington Hospital
FBI
J. Edgar Hoover
Gerald Timmons
Chevy Chase
14Th St
Pennsylvania
Bassin
Committee
Watergate
Democratic Party
Nixon
Wilbur Mills
Mills
8Th St
Arkansas
Secret Service
Pardon debate and local zoning notes in Journal-World letters
Readers discuss President Carter's Vietnam draft evader pardon and the impact on those drafted, paying taxes, and veterans. Other letters praise aging housing plans near Eighth Street, AAUP pension goals, and a note of gratitude from the Lawrence Track Club. A citizen forecasts Burlington's potential nuclear plant and economic boost.
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Journal-World
Carter
Vietnam
U.S.M.C
U.S
Chad Roberts
Ohio
Lawrence
City Parks and Recreation Department
University of Kansas
Haskell Indian Junior College
Gener
Kansas Toll Free Line For State Legislators
A toll free number 1-800-432-3924 has been established in Topeka for citizens to contact Kansas legislators. Callers can request a specific representative or senator or leave a message for a return call.
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Kansas
Topeka
Simon Warns of Worldwide Economic Slowdown and Market Instability
Former Treasury Secretary William Simon warns private briefings that a global mood drop and a fragile Western economy could trigger a recession within four years. Confidential Treasury papers flag heavy deficits, debt dependence on external financing, rising oil prices, and inflation with slower growth in 1977 across Britain Italy Portugal and other industrial nations.
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Washington
Treasury
William Simon
Italy
Portugal
United States
Journal World Lawrence Kans 1891 1952 Ijs
The Journal World in Lawrence Kansas outlines editor W C Simons from 1854 to 1952. It lists daily publication with Sunday exceptions and subscription rates by method and location.
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W. C. Simons
the World Company
Sixth
New Hampshire
Lawrence
Kan
Cartier
Douglas
Kansas
Kansas City
United States
Audit Bureau of Circulation
Associated Press
Local Flood and Budget Setbacks Highlight 1967 Plans
In 1967 Clinton Reservoir and Lawrence flood protection faced a 2.5 million setback in President Johnsons budget message while Perry Reservoir lost 1 million as part of federal spending cuts to fund the Vietnam War. Judge Hugh Means sought a ninth two year term. Joh R Bell named humane officer for Douglas County Humane Society. Skaters used the new city ice rink in South Park. Green Brothers hosted their annual John Deere Day.
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Clinton
Lawrence
Johnson
Perry
Hugh Means
District Court
Joh R. Bell
Douglas County Humane Society
South Park
Green Brothers
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