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Newspaper
Lawrence Journal World
Location
Lawrence, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Jul 14, 1969
Page
2
Lawrence Daily Journal World notes W C Simons served as editor from 1891 to 1952, marking a long tenure in the Lawrence publication. The entry highlights his leadership era within the Kansas newspaper.
The piece contrasts Gale Sayers with peers like Namath O J Simpson and Richie Allen, praising Sayers for steady, businesslike dealings with Bears owners and no off field embarrassments. It argues his example benefits young athletes and promises long term success and earnings.
Dr Karl Menninger and Dr Jay Zishkin lead a chorus of critics arguing psychiatry belongs outside courtroom verdicts. They contend juries can judge competence without expert psychiatric testimony, citing Sirhan Sirhan case as tainting the field and urging reform among doctors lawyers and judges.
New York AP reports that many highly regarded mutual funds have suffered steep losses in the first half of 1969, with declines often exceeding 20 percent and several over 30 percent, far outpacing the Dow Jones drop. Only Templeton Growth Fund rose, 8.7 percent, while 326 of 327 funds fell.
The text argues that trials and society may benefit from psychiatric testimony and treatment when appropriate. It stresses the need for a clearer understanding of what psychiatry can and cannot do and calls for clearer guidelines on its role in legal settings.
A columnist argues the Boston Tea Party is misused to justify campus violence and disruption. The piece notes the 1773 shipboard protest lacked injuries, contrasts Berkeley and Cornell, and urges peaceful reforms through administration improvements. It warns against lifting quotes out of context to justify rebellious acts.
The text cites Romans 8 26 about the spirit aiding our weakness and intercession. A prayer asks Jesus to correct misdirected petitions and carry faithful groans to the Father, acknowledging imperfect faith and Christ’s intercessory role.
Philip J. Stockton condemns flag desecration as a threat to liberty, arguing it suppresses rights and signals thought control. Emory Scott laments modern theatre defiance, praising craft, morality, and the lineage of skilled authors and actors.
In a provocative letter, Austin Ledwith argues that parental objections to sex education stem from a lack of teaching methods. He proposes offering parents courses on how to teach the topic to their children, covering the full spectrum from basic biology to social dynamics.
A Journal-World letter defends Mrs Weinaug, praising her hospitality to foreign students and arguing that articulation alone does not equal a well balanced education, while criticizing current academic focus and concerns about national issues.
Hundreds of performers from all fifty states gathered for the Midwestern Music and Art Camp concert series in its 32nd year. Conductors Paul Salamunovich James Ralston and guest staff led chamber chorus orchestra and band works from Victoria to Haydn with strong audience response and a standing ovation.
A reader warns that poinsellia leaves can poison young children if chewed. Dr Thosteson advises considering child age and safety education before keeping such plants. A note cites a diabetes survey estimating 300,000 U S children affected.
Treasury and 24 banks met to curb inflation by urging corporations to avoid borrowing. Kennedy plans follow up talks with business leaders, while critics warn the anti jawboning stance hinders action and fear a continued credit squeeze.
Pro producer Paul Nathan calls Joe Namath terribly shy but says once loosened up he shines. Namath, filming Norwood in Corona and Arkansas, earns about 60000 for six days’ work as a Marine buddy to Glen Campbell. He brings a dialogue coach and aims to see how the movie turns out before committing to acting full time.
Thomas L. Buchman 57 president of Buchman Seed and Feed Co. of Paola died Sunday after a lengthy illness at Mi mi County Hospital. He headed a major grain elevator in eastern Kansas and served as a director of Citizens State Bank of Paola. He was active in civic affairs and served four years on the city council.
Florence Mellott 78, widow of former U S District Judge Arthur J. Mellott, died today in Providence Hospital Kansas City after being a patient since June 1 She became a missionary in Africa at age 71 and served in that role before her death.
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