Wilkins and Innis Clash Over Black Movement Direction
Roy Wilkins of the NAACP voiced a constitutional and social stance opposing segregation by whites and blacks alike. He warned he is ready to sue black defenders in court if needed. Cyrus Innis of the CORE criticized Wilkins while praising his past leadership and urged renewal for current Negro struggles.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Roy Wilkins
National Association For the Advancement of Colored People
Wilkins
Roy Innis
Congress of Racial Equality
Innis
Mr. Wilkins
NAACP
Sandoval
Samuels
Turning back to courts in NAACP and CORE clash
Innis questions the NAACP tactic while foreseeing a potential lawsuit against Northwestern University over Negro student housing demands. He warns of militant black groups pressuring nonconformists and asks how a lone freshman rejecting the black students union would find protection at San Francisco State College, cautioning about reliance on formal coercion remedies amid social pressures.
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Innis
NAACP
Pat Straw
Wilkins
CORE
Northwestern University
Northwestern
San Francisco State College
Black Students’ Union
Hallmark
Welfare Department
Jimmy Wilkins
Rt. 1
McLouth
Integration and self reliance in Black leadership debate
The piece argues that Black communities can pursue solidarity and self help without anti White sentiment. It contrasts Roy Wilkins and Roy Innis on integration versus voluntary segregation as a step toward lasting equality, noting risks from Elijah Muhammad and writers Baldwin Wright.
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Mr. Wilkins
Wilkins
Elijah Muhammad
James Baldwin
Richard Wright
Roy Innis
Roy Wilkins
Lawrence Journal World Evening Edition Highlights
Lawrence Journal World staff details from 1969 history page note the paper’s leadership and publication facts. The item lists editor Dolph C. Simons, vice president Bill Mayer, managing editor Ernest Pontius, circulation and business roles, and subscription rates for various delivery options dated January 27, 1969.
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Dolph Simons
Dolph C. Simons
the World Company
Sixth
New Hampshire
Lawrence
Kan
Douglas
United States
Associated Press
Audit Bureau of
Doctored Figures in Johnson Farewell Budget Forecasts
The piece accuses Lyndon Johnson of twisting budget figures to show surpluses of 2.4 billion in 1969 and 3.4 billion in 1970 while predicting large deficits in real terms. It argues that tax boosts, Social Security, and other funds mask true spending, warning that debt and inflation would rise unless Nixon reverses prior policies.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Lyndon Johnson
Congress
Richard Nixon
Kennedy
Johnson
Washington
Uncle Sam
Nixon
Lawrence area digs out after one of decade's heaviest snows
County engineer Casey Rice rushed a 25-man crew to clear main roads using blades pull plows and a snow blower while George Williams notes city workers ran around the clock. Crews prioritized main streets school bus routes and center piles with residential streets left for later as they returned for cleanup.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Lawrence
Casey Rice
George Williams
The New Romney Heads For HUD Post
George Romney as U S Housing and Urban Development secretary reports a faded presidential bid after saying he was brainwashed on Vietnam. He admits errors from six years in office and vows not to repeat them in Washington.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
George Romney
U.S
Romney
Knight Proposes Direct Answers From George Romney
The likely new tactic suggested by John S. Knight urges George Romney to answer questions plainly without added elaboration. He warns against the indirect style often used by bureaucrats and hopes for straightforward responses.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
John S. Knight
George Romney
Stock Clubs Grow as Private Investors Rally Behind Growth Stocks
New York report on Tom O'Hara of Detroit and friends forming investment clubs buying growth stocks. Clubs now total about 60,000 with assets near $1 billion and members earning over 16 percent yearly. NAIC projects continued growth despite possible slowdowns and expects the Dow to hit a new high by 1969.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
New York
Tom O'Hara
Detroit
O’hara
O'Hara
National Association of Investment Clubs
Association
NAIC
Lawrence memories roll through decades in local notes
Old Home Town columns recount events from 1950 1944 and 1929 in Lawrence Kansas highlighting Prof Carlyle Smith trip with Thor Heyerdahl to Easter Island Sam Rayburn dinner at the White House and a brief social season. It notes antique loans for a school play and local club leadership changes.
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Carlyle Smith
la Sertoma. Club
Easter Island
Thor Heyerdahl
Sam Rayburn
White House
Eisenhowers
Justine Hill
A. D. Weaver
Lawrence
Allen Crafton
Kansas Authors Club
Topeka
Roosevelt
Johnny Coon
Today’s Bible Message Prayer Verse
A devotional note cites Samuel 22 17 about deliverance from deep waters and prays for God to open eyes and draw believers to Jesus Christ, seeking saving presence through the Redeemer.
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Jesus Christ
Perils of X Rays in Children's Dental Health Week
Editor notes safety of dental x rays during National Children's Dental Health Week. Modern equipment delivers far less radiation than everyday exposure. X rays reveal early decay and growth issues, guiding diagnosis and treatment. dentist judgment and training protect patients.
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The
Journal-World
Douglas County Dental Society
American Dental Assn
Sandoval Snafu Threatens SBA Appointment Dilemma
Washington reports a long White House review of Hillary Sandoval a El Paso Mexican American businessman tied to a possible SBA head role. Opposition from Howard Samuels Negro leaders complicates the choice as Nixon weighs Mexican American outreach against Black Economic Development backing with SBA loans.
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Washington
Nixon Administration
Hillary Sandoval
el Paso
Tex
Small Business Administration
SBA
Nixon
Sen
John Tower
Texas
Sandoval
Howard Samuels
Samuels
Mr. Nixon
Black Economic Development Council
Mr. Nix
Welfare questions prompt borrowers and workers debate
Letter writers criticize welfare rules urging loans instead of grants and urge work requirements and childcare supports. A reader cites Hallmark employment and welfare denials. The piece highlights calls for reforms to reduce dependency and crime while aiding needy families.
Resignation from Joint Head Start Director Roles Noted
Lawrence area Head Start programs CCC and CH operated distinct centers at Plymouth Congregational Church and Ballard Center. A merger committee had explored uniting both programs with a joint director since 1968, with a potential formal merger planned for April 1969. On January 24 a double resignation was submitted.
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Community Children’s Center
Journal-World
Lawrence
CCC
Plymouth Congregational Church
Children’s Hour
Ballard Center
Pollay resignation clarification in local Head Start merger notes
The Saturday Journal World implied Ann Pollay resigned as director of the Children's Hour Head Start program. The article confirms she has not resigned. It details space arrangements, past grants, and ongoing discussions between Children’s Hour and CCC about a merger, with no imminent plan and continued joint administration under Pollay.
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Saturday Journal-World
Ann Pollay
Lawrence Austin
Children’s Hour
Myra Todome
CCC
Community Children’s Center
Margaret Cooper
Ballard Center
Ballard Community Center
Lawrence
Plymouth Congregational Church
Mrs. Pollay
Children's Hour Board of Directors
Marjorie Cole
Ch *S Hour Board of Directors
Walendas Halt High Wire Act After Support Break
The Walenda Family four act halted during a Shrine Circus show in Madison Wisconsin after a supporting brace failed and the main wire shook The close call follows a past tragedy in Detroit seven years ago when two members were killed and another paralyzed.
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Madison, Wis
Wallenda
Detroit
Landmark district designation for St. Mark's area in Bowery
The Episcopal Church of St. Mark's area in Bowery New York has been designated as a historic district by the Landmarks Preservation Commission.
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New York
Episcopal Church of St. Mark's
The
Landmarks Preservation Commission
Roll Call Sought On Solon Wages Increase
Senator John J. Williams seeks a Senate roll call on boosting congressional salaries from 30000 to 42500. He cites expected bipartisan support but cautions about complications and possible failure to block the raise. Delaware senators oppose the 40 percent boost. Former President Johnson had recommended the raise in his final acts.
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Williams
Johnson
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Willian Buckley, JR
Lawrence Daily Journal- World
W. C. Simons
John Cunniff
Old Home Town
Olathe
Kansas Woman’s Day Club
Statehouse
W. E. Connelley
Kansas Historical Society
John Dawson
Reed
Henry J. Allen
George Allen Jr
Native Daughters of Kansas
William Mitchell
Native Sons
Claude Bradney
Republican Serviceman’s Club
Children's Dental Health
By Rowland Evansnd
Robert Novak
Plymouth Church
Ann H. Pollay
Editor
Bowery
Solon
John J. Williams
Del
Senate
Delaware
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