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Newspaper
Lawrence Journal World
Location
Lawrence, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Jun 09, 1975
Page
3
The piece laments the Kansas University enrollment process as archaic and frustrating. It argues students face long lines wrong offices absent advisers and miscommunication while funding and modernization lag behind other states. It calls for improved information and proactive university action.
The piece argues that Canada’s economic slump in the mid 1970s, marked by high inflation and rising unemployment due to labor strife, serves as a warning. It notes strikes in Quebec threatening the Montreal Olympics, wage-driven price increases, and government salary boosts in Parliament, contrasting Canada with the United States as a more favorable place to work and do business.
The piece argues the United States leads in agricultural export volume, supplying large shares of soybeans, feed grains, wheat, cotton, and rice to 145 cash markets in 93 countries. It notes rising export value in fiscal 1974 and forecasts shifts in 1975, with implications for US farm policy and land values.
Washington reports growing concern that more nations may join the nuclear arms arena as France aids Pakistan Taiwan and South Korea while West Germany and others move to supply Brazil and Libya with reactors and enrichment tech. Congress critics warn proliferation risks unless controls hold.
A citizens panel led by Dr. Frank Stanton urges a five member VOA board with three private sector appointees and two State Department officials to oversee information policy and culture. The plan would keep VOA news intact while moving cultural activities to a separate agency under State, arguing for closer policy integration overseas.
Tokyo officials and business leaders fear a Communist victory in Indochina could unravel Asia’s balance. Prime Minister Takeo Miki signals U.S. treaty reliance, while Korea’s fate looms as the pivotal test for Japan’s democracy and security.
On June 9 1940 the Norwegian Army surrendered to Germany in World War II. Nero the Roman emperor died by his own hand in 68. In 1800 Austria was defeated by France at Montebello Italy.
Tim Gilles and Alden Brownlee were candidates for Sunflower Boys' State governor at KU. Over 2,700 attended the KU commencement led by Chancellor Clarke Wescoe. Parke Woodard and Ed Elbel served as procession marshals. Lawrence saw 10.17 inches of rain early in the month with high water. Board of Education mulls earlier fall school hours. Wheat prospects look good but storage and rail-car shortages loom. Dr. Cora Downs received a $5,000 tularemia research grant. Max Moody assisted. A house party in Hutchinson drew several Lawrence residents. Wheat harvest nears amid uncertain crop prospects.
Established in 1854 W C Simons editor 1891 to 1952 Published daily except Sunday by The World Company at Sixth and New Hampshire Streets Lawrence Kansas. Subscription rates by carrier and mail vary by location with several annual figures listed and mailing details.
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