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Newspaper

Lawrence Journal World

Location

Lawrence, Kansas, United States of America

Date

Jul 01, 1972

Page

3

Lawrence Daily Journal World Contact and Publication Details

Lawrence Daily Journal World lists staff positions including editor and advertising director, notes ownership by The World Company, provides address Sixth and New Hampshire Streets Lawrence Kansas, and lists subscription rates by carrier and mail for local and distant locations. It identifies circulation metrics and AP membership.

the World Company Sixth New Tnampshire Douglas Kansas Kansas City United States

Journal-World pledge of fair reporting values

The Journal-World states its commitment to accurate and fair news reporting. It rejects mixing editorial opinion with news and pledges to safeguard citizens' rights, show sympathy for the disadvantaged, expose dishonesty in public affairs, and support community improvement projects.

Congress Pushes Social Security Hikes and Debt Ceiling Increase

A column critiques Congress for approving a 20 percent Social Security rise while raising the national debt limit to 450 billion, arguing the era favors spending over paying bills and urging government agencies to live within income. It also reviews a regional film and comments on views of capital punishment.

Congress Sen. McGovern U.S

New Army Chief Abrams Faces Tough, Fractured Force

Gen. Creighton Abrams will succeed Gen. William Westmoreland as Army Chief of Staff after Senate confirmation. The Army, smallest in 25 years with about 861,000 personnel and 13 divisions, suffers morale problems and a sense of being undervalued amid postwar disillusionment.

Washington William C. Westmoreland Senate Army Creighton W. Abrams U.S Vietnam Abrams Westmoreland West Point Coonskin Johnson George McGovern United States Navy Air Force Marine Corps

Grand finale expected for best local horse show ever

Crowds over 3 000 were anticipated for the finale of the old home town horse show seen as the best in the event's history. The city works to improve trash pickup routes while Guardsmen report a severe mosquito season at Camp Ripley. Northwestern University honored KU graduates Roy Roberts and Benn Hibbs as distinguished journalists. The Lawrence School Board planned a four percent budget boost for next year as Governor Woodring campaigned for Roosevelt in Chicago. Prayer closes with blessings on church and home.

National Camp Ripley Minn Hagar City Water Department Northwestern University Roy Roberts The Kansas City Star Benn Hibbs Saturday Evening Post Lawrence

Death Penalty Debate Echoes Through Postal Court and Culture

A court of appeal discussion on capital punishment contrasts deterrence with abolition while public sentiment shifts amid rising crime. The piece weaves in reflections on American identity, travel, and regional imagery from Mississippi to New Orleans, touching on nostalgia for a bygone era and the changing face of the nation.

Fornia Court of Appeal U.S. Supreme Court High Court Nixon America Trans-Siberian Express Florida Zane Grey Painted Desert Funeral Mountains New Orleans

Blood program gratitude and public concerns on crime

Readers thank volunteers from the Douglas County Red Cross Blood Program and Lawrence Memorial Hospital for two days of donor turnout. A letter from Edward J. Paris condemns the Supreme Court death penalty ruling and urges gun rights advocacy, while a second critique targets Attorney General Vern Miller and state law enforcement activities.

Lawrence Memorial Hospital Douglas County Red Cross The American Red Cross Gray Ladies Jaycee Jaynes Vern Miller Lawrence Miller State of Kansas John D. Willhite

Supreme Court Abolishes Capital Punishment

The court ruling ends capital punishment with several justices condemning the practice. Justice Marshall calls it morally unacceptable and excessive while Justice Stewart says the death penalty is now perhaps outlawed in practice.

Supreme Court Marshall Stewart

Washingtonites Plan Summer Fun For High Profiles

Washington figures reveal summer plans with Sen George McGovern headed for Miami Beach in July for relaxation and entertainment. Sen Hubert Humphrey contemplates a long pout likely in Minnesota, while Henry Kissinger lists many travel stops but hopes to hit the beach with a friend. Melvin Laird stays put amid defense needs, Nixon to spend summer in Washington, and Agnew eyeing Miami with standby airline hurdles. Martha Mitchell undecided amid personal interruption.

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