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Newspaper
Lawrence Journal World
Location
Lawrence, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Jan 30, 1969
Page
2
The Lawrence Daily Journal World traces its establishment to 1854 with editor WC Simons credited in the period data. The record notes the paper’s long history and leadership through 1942.
A newspaper reflection on the last week in January 1969 notes heavy snowfall about eight inches, rain and sleet, and treacherous footing. It describes strained fuel bills, resilient residents and merchants, and a shared forecast that warmer days and spring are near.
Amid severe snow and ice, the district kept schools open then closed them the following morning. Patrons question whether the last minute vacation benefits staff or students, noting many Midwest districts had already reopened.
The article notes major investments in anti pollution equipment in Lawrence for air and water protection. The Cooperative Farm Chemicals Assn spends nearly 5 million for smoke control east of the city, while Kansas Power and Light Co plans 312 million for smoke abatement in an expansion at Cameron Bluff. Overall local totals exceed 10 million with FMC upgrades among the initiatives.
The piece argues consumer indifference to shoplifting shifts cost to every shopper as theft harms businesses and raises prices. It stresses that ordinary customers bear consequences beyond the thief and store, affecting the community.
A columnist notes that to cover losses and keep prices stable, retailers, especially self service stores, are adopting tougher lines against shoplifters. He urges citizens to report theft and explains that stores now prosecute repeat offenders, reducing repetition and curbing losses.
New York AP reports the aerospace industry, once riding high after three men orbited the moon, now faces a dimmer near term. Budget cuts and social priorities threaten NASA funding and nearly 400000 jobs have fallen to about half, with universities and companies shrinking.
Eleven Kansas high school students receive $300 honor scholarships to KU for fall, established in 1938 in honor of the Jennie Donnelly family. KU basketball falls to Oklahoma 40 29 shifting Big Six lead. new Haskell principal Charles Morelock previously Glasco superintendent. Jayhawker Theater offers admission via war bond.
The text presents a prayer thanking God for scriptures and asking to hear read mark and inwardly digest them. It seeks patience comfort and to hold fast the blessed hope of eternal life through Jesus Christ.
The piece argues that missteps by naval authorities and funding limits left Commander Bucher under armed constraint during the Pueblo incident. It criticizes the idea that regulation A dictates a court martial and urges accountability for high officials, while praising Bucher as heroic and lamenting the broader policy failures.
Lawrence Head Start programs review separate budgets for two sites with half time directors. Ann Pollay resigns CCC directorship amid merger delays and confusion over OEO directives. Policy Advisory Committee weighs parent participation versus staff autonomy while CCC plans reorganization to align board authority with advisory input.
The Trinity United Methodist Church thanks contributors for the New Eyes for the Needy project in January. Glasses frames and jewelry sent to Short Hills New Jersey will be sold or donated to provide prescription glasses, with Depot stores Rustys IGA Weaver s Maiden s Watch and Bible Supply continuing collection through February 1.
In a reader letter Dr Thosteson dismisses claims that hair coloring causes brain damage or poisoning. He notes only skin sensitivity can occur and recommends patch testing by beauticians before using modern dye solutions.
Seneca Falls student Jones, 17, a Mynderse Academy senior, rode ice skates for almost a mile to school after an ice storm made walking or driving hazardous. He swapped basketball practice for a skating commute Wednesday afternoon.
President Nixon ordered a fast track anti crime package for the District of Columbia with a potential price tag near 1 million dollars. The plan calls for faster justice, more U S District Court judges and attorneys, bail reform, and possible creation of a municipal court to handle minor felonies.
Kansas farmers may face delays as Rep. Keith Sebelius joins the House Agriculture Committee alongside Rep. Shirley Chisholm and Rep. Allard Lowenstein, newly elected Democrats with limited farming experience. The assignments stem from New York representation politics, hurting nationwide farmers.
The Kansas Legislature shows momentum with a bill to allow legislators to pre-file bills between sessions advancing in the Senate. The House also gives preliminary approval to a measure naming the State Board of Education as the sole supervisor of vocational education by local Kansas agencies. A USDA representative and Kansas congressional delegation members testified before a joint committee on a proposed meat inspection plan.
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