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Newspaper
Lawrence Journal World
Location
Lawrence, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Jul 09, 1966
Page
2
The piece critiques how leaders, business elites, and the press react emotionally to the airline groundings by the machinists union, arguing similar strikes are common and often ignored by government mediators. It notes transportation disruption affecting military, lawmakers, travelers, and operators, with politicians avoiding blame while the public endures.
A visiting urban planning expert from Little Rock cites Lawrence's downtown as unremarkable and urges significant, potentially costly action. He and other observers say the area feels more suited to a city hall than a thriving downtown, urging leaders to pursue imaginative redevelopment for long term gains.
The article notes economy-minded men who saved wide neckties are seeing a renewed interest as fashion shifts back to broader ties. After years of narrows, the wide tie resurgence is described as a fashion wave in major American stores and designer cycles.
The piece notes men preserving old neckties and era specific suits as fashion pendulums swing. It suggests future demand for wide lapels and broad-shouldered coats may return, and quips that a clothing museum could save money by archiving such items.
Barry Schweid reports rising confidence in Washington that North Vietnam may abandon pursuit of victory. Presidents Johnson and other leaders cite diplomatic signs, while officials caution against premature optimism amid ongoing fighting.
Zims Snack Shop at 200 East 7th Street sold to Mr and Mrs Stanley Swartzman of Beloit who planned a name change but to keep the same business. Lawrence Flower Club held an 8 AM breakfast in South Park with an informal flower container auction. 80 year old twin sisters Mrs Fannie Hunter and Mrs Clemma Owens celebrated a family birthday picnic at Mrs Flossie Hayeks home. First radio photo from Russia showed Soviet motorcycles en route to front lines to face the German advance. Ruth Page and Bentley Stone performed in a recital for KU Midwestern Music and Art Camp ballet program.
A devotional note urges deliverance from fear and steadfast living in holiness. The prayer asks God to guard lives, guide safe paths, and empower believers to lead others to Christ in His name.
After the first week of Medicare in effect July 1 hospitals report more paperwork but not more patients. In 12 major cities admissions remained mostly normal with Atlanta showing a 10 percent rise and doctors noting no increased demand.
Editor notes a July 4th demonstration at the American Consulate in Hamburg turned violent as about 1,000 marchers clashed with 50 pro communist protesters. German police dispersed the riot. article questions U.S. foreign policy impact on prestige and world peace. Includes editor's note on writer’s background and a separate item on the Kaw Association of Railroading HO club and members.
ART BUCHWALD reports on the Planned Noise Organization in New York City, claiming a crafted plan converts quiet streets into noisy districts. The interview details strategies from early street work to jet paths and subway disruptions, aiming to reduce average sleep to two hours.
Dr Molner answers questions about high blood pressure and travel sun exposure. He says modern planes should not worsen BP if heart condition is managed with doctor guidance. Travel can ease or raise tension. mild sedative may help. moderate sun exposure is fine unless head pressure or headache occurs. Also notes diabetes is not contagious and Bartholin gland removal is routine for chronic infection.
A listing of new titles including A Season in the Life of Emmanuel by Marie Claire Blais CHALLENGE THE WIND by John Tomerlin The Man Who Lost His Shadow by Fathy Ghanem The Stranger in the Snow by Lester Goran Watch the Wall My Darling by Jane Aiken Hodge The Detective by Roderick Thorp The Making by Sherman Baker Breakthrough by Richard Carter Panama Four Hundred Years of Dreams and Cruelty by David Howarth In Search of Paradise The Nordhoff Hail Story by Paul Brian Jr The Restless Church by William Kilbourn Sleep by Gay Gaer Luce Keaton by Rudi Blesh.
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