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Newspaper
Lawrence Journal World
Location
Lawrence, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Jun 14, 1976
Page
2
Hibbing Minnesota faces school governance questions as teachers seek higher pay and bargaining power. Union pressures create friction with the school board over hours, pay, methods, and personnel. The episode mirrors broader nationwide tensions over who controls schools and funding.
The U S Agriculture Department forecasts winter wheat output 1.42 billion bushels, 14 percent below last year, while the world coffee crop falls nearly 16 percent due to Brazil's conditions. Wheat prices stay stable for shoppers, but Brazilian coffee prices rise to about 2 a pound as oil investments shift profits. The piece argues the U S could learn from other countries in marketing surpluses.
Ten years ago in 1966 Lawrence residents faced torrential rains hail and a funnel cloud. Lowlands flooded as 8.7 inches was recorded in one region and 3.35 inches officially in another. KU Summer School enrolled 4,575 as the Lawrence Jaycee Horse Show prepared for a four day run.
On this date in history variations include 1775 U S Army founded and 1777 Stars and Stripes designated national flag. Other notes cover Sonoma California declaring a free republic in 1846, W P Harding first radio broadcast in 1922, Paris occupation in WWI, 1941 asset freezes, Saipan invasion in 1944, Grand Coulee dam turn to largest hydro project, and Detroit drug slayings trio.
Elizabeth Ray claimed a two year affair with Ohio Congressman Wayne Hays. sources say jealousy over his marriage spurred her disclosures. Reports describe a volatile relationship with charges of coercion and attempted manipulation, while Hays faced a grand jury immunity decision and a looming book deal.
Rowland Evans and Robert Novak explain Syria under Hafez Assad risks a Vietnam style Lebanon war that could topple him, threaten Israel, and expose U.S. faltering Middle East policy as Damascus presses to pacify Lebanon by force.
The World Company operating in Lawrence Kansas lists staff including Dolph Simons Jr and Sr and Gill Magee with roles such as President Publisher Executive Editor and Advertising Manager Established in 1854. It provides address Sixth and New Hampshire Streets Lawrence Kansas 66044 telephone 643 1000 and subscription rates by carrier or mail varying by region and duration.
In Litchfield Illinois and across the region Route 66, the Will Rogers Highway, is being retired as a distinct highway. Officials say the number stays on interstates while the old road becomes local service. Local editor notes minimal traffic and a surviving two lane stretch north of town.
Mrs. Mikkelson voices frustration with the teacher school board negotiation framework that limits public participation and communication. The letter argues for dignity and respect for teachers and questions use of tax dollars on legal fees while elected officials stay silent. Hilda Enoch, 801 La.
Headquarters seeks 24 hour crisis line telephone workers with training provided. Headstart Plymouth needs classroom helpers and drivers for low income mothers to work. Cherry Manor invites visiting volunteers for reading games and socializing between 8 am and 5 pm. Ballard Center seeks tutors in reading and math and volunteers with crafts and manual skills 9 am to 3 pm. Girl Scouts need Twilight Session Day Camp leaders July 19 23 from 2 pm to 8 30 pm and an assistant director, with training. Volunteer drivers needed to KU Medical Center transport passengers and a Lawrence child to Haworth Hall Tuesday to Thursday mornings. Call Volunteer Clearing House 841-5059 or visit county courthouse desk 9 am to noon.
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