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Newspaper
Lawrence Journal World
Location
Lawrence, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Jul 01, 1976
Page
3
The Journal-World reports residents and a local attorney pressure city officials to hand control of police and fire departments to union bosses. Officials aim to avoid slowdown risks and urge cooperation with officers, praising the departments and urging fair, lawful action.
Washington notes warn Carter risks Deweyitis as he nears potential presidency. While admired for leadership, he must avoid pre election ego traps, evasive stance, and overcautious language that could sap momentum before November.
The article details how lawmakers continue nepotism by placing relatives on congressional payrolls. It cites examples across parties including McFall and Michel, notes annual salaries around $44,625, and describes how some ex-members stay on payrolls or family members gain positions through various committees.
A humorous claim credits Ezra Beetle with creating the First Fourth of July sale in Boston after Independence declared. The ad and ensuing nationwide promotions allegedly spurred a trading revolution, with Beetle offering deep discounts and liberty memorabilia.
The report details flaws in seasonal adjustments and raw data of 1975 unemployment measures. It notes half a million workers may have been lost between surveys, with critics arguing figures misstate jobless trends and panels for review have not been named.
The World daily in Lawrence Kansas lists editors and staff including Dolph Simons Jr Sr Ralph Gage Jack Starkey and Leo Eller. It notes establishment in 1854 and publication details plus subscription rates by locale and service.
The 1972 election recalling Roger Lea McBride as Libertarian candidate with one electoral vote via a Virginia elector. The piece cites Kilpatrick on Libertarian ideals including private schools and gold standard, then argues libertarian tincture can refresh mainstream politics in small doses.
Stockholders approve a plan to build a clubhouse swimming pool tennis courts and improved parking with total cost around 500000 while financing is studied. Local school district shifts from No 60 to 497 July 1 and Kaw River level supports water supply.
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