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Lawrence Journal World

Location

Lawrence, Kansas, United States of America

Date

Jul 15, 1972

Page

2

Lawrence Daily Journal World masthead and pricing list

The item lists the Lawrence Daily Journal World details including publisher president editor and staff roles, office location at Sixth and New Hampshire Street, Lawrence Kansas, and subscription rates by carrier and mail across regions and states.

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Journal World Stands For Statement 1972

The Journal World declares its commitment to accurate fair news reporting no mixing of opinion with news safeguarding citizens rights regardless of race creed or economic status sympathy for the disadvantaged exposure of dishonesty in public affairs and support of community improvements dated Saturday Evening July 15 1972.

McGovern Faces Defense Budget Clash Ahead of Election

The piece contrasts George McGovern and Richard Nixon over national defense. It notes McGovern favors deep defense cuts toward 1975 while acknowledging world dangers, while Nixon pledges gradual troop reductions and arms talks. The analysis questions whether either candidate can secure faster progress.

United States Nixon Congress U.S McGovern Sen. McGovern Vietnam Asia Europe China Russia

Agnew Overkill Not Needed In Nixon Campaign

Washington reports John Mitchell sought to curb Vice President Spiro Agnew whose blistering McGovern speech drew Republican concern. Mitchell’s departure fuels fears Agnew may run unchecked, with Clark MacGregor replacing him as campaign manager and White House lobbyist backing.

Washington John Mitchell Nixon Spiro T. Agnew Agnew Sen George McGovern Mitchell McGovern Mr. Nixon Barry Goldwater Indochina Ted Agnew White House Clark MacGregor Minnesota

Motorcycle patrol aids Lawrence police operations

A 1962 note recalls Chief Bill Cox adding a motorcycle patrol seen as a valuable asset to Lawrence police work. Also mentions KU professor John Pozdro to be featured in three Midwestern Music Camp concerts and a 500 pound jaguar dying after excessive tranquilizer in Topeka zoo, roaming Gage Park briefly. 1947 items note Hall Bros greeting card plant potential closure, James Postma hired as assistant to the Douglas County Attorney, state printer resisting larger salary cuts, KU psychology appointment of J F Brown, plus a religious prayer excerpt.

Lawrence Bill Cox Kansas University John Pozdro Topeka Gage Park Hall Bros. Greeting Card Firm James Postma Douglas County Robert Oyler Harry Woodring J. F. Brown Colorado University

Political Realities Challenge Idealistic Views

The passage contrasts idealistic hopes with the harsh truths of power and responsibility, noting the frustration of denial when life presents hard factual limits beyond what Mc Govern might wish. It underscores how reality tests ambition and leadership thresholds.

McGovern

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The writer critiques the film The Great Northfield Minnesota Raid and mocks social conscious cinema. He cites controversial scenes and suggests writing a new script set in Ft. Smith Arkansas with Cherokee Bill to capitalize on trendy themes, while railing against perceived moral decline and urging a profit-driven project.

Ft. Smith Ark Great Northfield Minnesota Cliff Robertson

New Look for Democrats And 16 Weeks to Get Going

Miami Beach AP reports a new coalition gives leadership to the Democratic party with McGovern and Eagleton facing under four months to build a campaign. Emphasis targets industrial East and Midwest plus the Pacific coast as funds loom. Aims include the largest voter registration push to register 18 million by November, energizing youth, the poor, and minorities.

Miami Beach, Fla Democratic Party George McGovern Thomas F. Eagleton Pacific Coast McGovern

July 15 in History Highlights Major 1960 Kennedy Nomination

On this date in 1960 John Kennedy accepted the Democratic nomination at the Los Angeles convention and used the term new frontier. Other events include Rembrandt’s birth in 1606, Louis XVI’s authority loss in 1789, Georgia’s 1870 readmission, WWI action in 1918, Truman’s 1948 nomination, EisenhowerLebanon order in 1958, and a 1968 note on farm labor changes.

John Kennedy Los Angeles Georgia Chateau-Thierry France Philadelphia Harry Truman Dwight Eisenhower Lebanon Middle East Committee For Economic Development

Eagleton Urges Voter Sign-Ups For McGovern Campaign

Missouri Sen. Thomas Eagleton calls for a massive voter registration drive as the 1972 Democratic campaign begins. He spoke at Kansas City airport after the national convention, urging registrations from young people and Black voters to secure McGovern’s White House bid. He stressed labor support and expected cooperation from Missouri Gov. Warren Hearnes as he and Daley prepare for upcoming meetings.

Kansas City Missouri Thomas Eagleton Miami Beach Eagleton St. Louis George McGovern White House Miami McGovern National Audio-Visual Association Muehlebach Washington Labor Warren I. Hearnes Agleton Chicago Richard J. Daley

Letter Warns Against Choker Chains After Pet Tragedy

A reader recounts the death of her dog Spanky due to a choker chain accident. She recalls Spanky’s life, quirks, and fear around July 4 and urges owners to avoid choke-type collars. Norma Baxter and Susan Hess note ongoing humane work and responsibility gaps.

Spanky Norma Baxter Providence

Caring for Animals

Letter from a reader condemns the dehydration and starvation of a dog in Lawrence, tied up and dying for a week before aid arrived. It urges readers to consider humane action, calls for community responsibility, and notes the existence of a Lawrence Humane Society unable to assist alone. The piece emphasizes compassion for both humans and animals.

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Blacks Not Unified On Demo Role

Black delegates and leaders at the Democratic National Convention express mixed feelings about unity. Frustration and bitterness clash with hope as tensions surge over Shirley Chisholm’s candidacy and Humphrey's ballot strategy. Disunity, bickering, and inexperience color the mood.

Miami Beach Fla New York Times Shirley Chisholm Brooklyn Hubert H. Humphrey Minnesota Mrs. Chisholm

Kansas Open Meetings And Roll Call Vote Laws Enacted

The 1972 Kansas Legislature enacted two progressive laws effective July 1 to boost public scrutiny of government. One requires all meetings of state and local governing bodies to be open to the public with public justification for any non public session. The other bans voice votes on regulatory actions, requiring roll call votes by a majority of the total membership.

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