World Company editors and staff 1969 Lawrence news
The 1969 staff list shows President and Editor Barsons Vice President Publisher Emla, Managing Editor Ariyl Hall, News Editor Pontius Devans, Advertising Director Eller, and Controller W. C. Simons. The paper, established 1854, is published daily except Sunday by The World Company in Lawrence Kansas with circulation details and AP membership.
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ONS
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Barsons
Emla " Cented Ounicernevenne
Tonandate
Aryl Hall
the World Company
Sixth
New Hampshire
Lawrence
Kan
Poor Performance by Salina Firm Delays South Junior High
Lawrence school officials and residents fault a Salina architectural firm for failing to supervise the $1.4 million South Junior High project. The building, originally due last September, still lacks full completion and likely won’t be ready by the upcoming school year. Officials cite no penalties in the contract and urge accountability while noting missed deadlines and delayed classroom use.
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Lawrence
Follow Through and Civic Duty in Crime Prosecution
The article argues complainants must press charges and testify to ensure justice, noting many neglect to follow through after reporting crimes. It cites vandalism and personal attacks, highlights risks to officers, and urges public accountability to protect society and avoid lenient outcomes.
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America
Russians lag behind in race to the moon says expert
The article argues that the United States achieved the Apollo 11 lunar landing through citizen response to challenges while the Soviet Union lags. It notes Sputnik and Yuri Gagarin as early steps but claims evidence suggests the Soviets may be two years behind duplicating Apollo 11 and losing momentum in space exploration.
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Soviet Union
U.S
America
Space Race Shift Puts ICBMs Ahead in Nuclear Strategy
The text notes the shift from bomber dominance to ICBMs for nuclear strikes, allowing Soviet rockets heavier payloads than the U S. It suggests early space leads by the U S. It questions whether theorists are correct or if the Soviets hold another surprise in reserve.
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U.S
America
Same Old Story For Economy
New York based stock market analysis notes a cautious tone from a young analyst Martin Slipknot whose cautious letters influence funds and brokers. The piece contrasts a bear market mood with growing institutional power and synchronized selling driven by shared fear across funds and banks.
Budget plans and city bonds in 1959 Tonganoxie
In 1959 Tonganoxie proposes a city budget of 64 821 and plans for 340 000 in bonds for internal improvements including sewer paving sidewalks parking sites and storm sewer. Lawrence City Clerk Harold Fisher signs bonds for sale. In Topeka Otto Standke of Great Bend was not hired to chase pigeons at the Statehouse after his so called magic formula killed some birds. Secretary Shanahan says it was a misunderstanding.
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Lawrence
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Topeka
Otto Standke
Great Bend
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Paul Shanahan
Standke
KU School of Medicine
Bible Message Prayer for Awareness of Good
Today’s prayer asks God to help believers recognize good in a world of evil while keeping compassion for those trapped by harm. It petitions vigilance against moral dulling and urges readiness to aid the enslaved.
Men will be heroes in the Apollo era debate
In London and at Canaveral the moon mission sparks rich views from Lyman Spitzer to Peregrine Worsthorne. The piece weighs ambitions, prestige, and moral costs, noting Churchillian bravado and the unifying thrill of space as a modern heroic frontier.
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Washington The second biggest story of our time is Joe Namath selling his stake in Bachelors III Bar and Restaurant to return to pro football. Fans debate his legacy and whether the saloon business can survive the loss of a symbol of booze.
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Joe Namath
Ernie
Joe
National Saloon League
Namath
Bachelors III
Shea Stadium
Vancouver car dealer offers divorce loan scheme
Vancouver dealer Joe Hargitt finances divorce suits with no money down and 30 monthly installments. He charges a 2 percent fee or a minimum of $35, while lenders say loans for divorce are available but rarely advertised due to controversy.
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B.C
Joe Hargitt
Hargitt
Why Thin People Attract More Mosquitoes
Evidence suggests slim individuals are bitten more often than overweight people due to higher metabolism and greater heat emission. The effect links body fat to differences in thermal and metabolic cues attracting mosquitoes.
Nixon's advisers fear global consequences of Vietnam pullout
Washington reports that several top Nixon foreign affairs advisers fear Hanoi will not bargain in Paris and that unilateral U.S. troop withdrawal by end of 1970 may damage U.S. prestige in Western Europe. They warn Moscow could mirror tough tactics in arms talks and note resistance in the Pentagon to further withdrawals.
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Vietnam
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Britain
Heath
Southeast Asia
Today in History July 24 highlights through the years
On this date 1946 the first underwater atomic bomb test was conducted by the United States at Bikini Atoll. Other events include Gibraltar’s capture in 1704 and Hoover’s Kellogg Briand Pact in 1929.
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Bikini Atoll
Gibraltar
Pacific Coast
New York City
Herbert Hoover
Foods for an ulcerated child an eight year old
In this guidance for treating pediatric ulcers the expert notes that frequent small feeds every hour during active ulcers helps healing by reducing stomach acid irritation. After symptoms fade a liberalized diet is possible, with avoidance of irritants like spices and highly seasoned foods.
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American College of Physicians
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