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Newspaper
Lawrence Journal World
Location
Lawrence, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Jun 15, 1965
Page
2
The Lawrence Daily Journal World notes its 1854 establishment, with editor W. C. Simons guiding the paper from 1891 to 1953. Published daily except Sundays by World Company, Lawrence Kansas, at Sixth and New Hampshire Streets.
A stark retrospective notes how US aims moved from advising to winning in Vietnam. It cites jumps in American troops from 23 500 to over 56 000, 5083 bombing missions, 39 planes lost, 150 plus American deaths, and rising Viet Cong strength with 120 000 fighters. It mentions Cam Ranh Bay port construction and allied desertions while North Vietnam China and Russia resist peace efforts.
In Santo Domingo the rebellion hinges on two rival constitutions the 1962 and 1963 Bosch document, each seen as a symbol by opposing factions. Rebels led by Caamano want the 1963 charter restored while the junta backs the 1962 frame, deepening distrust and hindering a political settlement.
The piece argues that despite rallying cries Washington seems confident of victory, with over 5,000 bombing missions and a large force buildup. Four months after Johnson began bombing northerners, the outlook is gloomy and victory may take years. The war risks escalating casualties and could last five to ten years with uncertain outcomes and a possible path toward broader nuclear conflict.
The 1955 note recalls Fred Seaton appointed deputy aide to President Eisenhower and Operation Alert testing national readiness with Lawrence as an evacuation site. A 1925 item mentions the Red Star Route proposal through Kansas, Missouri, and Texas with Lawrence on the map. Other items name Buddy Rogers’s film school selection, Garland Landrith KU scholarship, and leaders of the KU Endowment board and Junior Chamber of Commerce.
A devotional note emphasizes study to show oneself approved unto God and a life devoted to service. The prayer asks for blessing on works done for the Master and for those deeds to endure through time in His name.
The Chicago campus opens amid urban renewal, designed by Skidmore Owings Merrill and Walter Netsch. It houses 9 000 students with a 28 story administration tower, four linked buildings, elevated walkways, and a single four story science complex. Rising enrollment will reach 20 000 in five years.
A reader thanks Lawrence residents who aided a mother and child after a street accident on 19th Street at Mass. The letter praises Union Cab, a fireman, Finn Station attendant, a physician, and a kind witness who supported the family. The second letter questions U.S. peacemaking, citing Santo Domingo and Viet Nam, urging inclusion of Red China in a proposed disarmament conference and calling Johnson’s peace rhetoric hollow.
The text critiques President Johnson’s public statements advocating peace, noting inconsistencies between his words and actions. It argues hypocrisy in opposing sides' rhetoric and highlights the difference between stated goals and real policy.
The United States Office of Education awards $8 110 to Gale R Adkins director of radio television research at Kansas University for an 18 month study of television directing to determine skills required by educational program directors. To gather data for the study.
Patient asks if mineral oil destroys Vitamin A. Doctor explains mineral oil does not absorb but can carry away fat soluble vitamins. Recommends nonhabit forming options for constipations like bulk agents psyllium glycerin, prune juice and Milk of Magnesia, plus glycerin suppositories for travel. Also explains angiogram purpose and how it differs from ordinary X-ray, using dye to visualize blood vessels.
Da Nang captain Norman F. Jacobs of the 30th Weather Squadron explains how weather drives war plans. He describes dual monsoons, balloon data gathering, and an all‑weather operation that feeds reports every 10 minutes. He warns rain can strike anywhere year round.
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