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Newspaper
Lawrence Journal World
Location
Lawrence, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Jun 16, 1977
Page
2
A dated column critiques rising visibility of homosexuals, arguing against civil and economic elevation for a minority. It questions demographics and predicts future shifts, lamenting the loss of the word gay as once positive. It labels nonconformists and calls for cautious anti discrimination.
Sympathetic funerals in the Netherlands marked six Moluccan terrorists and two hostages killed when Dutch troops stormed a train during a 150 hostage crisis tied to demands for independence. The piece questions blame and highlights victims' rights amid a backdrop of violence.
Four days after the threat of a major flood, normalcy returns in Lawrence as the Kaw River crest recedes from 18.0 feet to 12.6 feet. Perry Reservoir is praised as a god send for reducing torrents. Proceeds from a local horse show will aid Boys’ Achievement Place, a Jaycee project, with Army Maj. Phil Ramsey assigned to Vietnam. Bonner Springs reports youth clashes involving rocks and bottles but no serious injuries amid racial tensions. 25 years ago notes recall the day’s heat and new Jaycee officers as wheat futures loom mentioned at 1 USD per bushel.
A dialogue style report contrasts Soviet and American views on human rights amid the Helsinki Accords. It outlines Soviet refusals to petitioners, including threats and exile, and U.S. responses urging public exposure, environmental appeals, and suggested ad campaigns. The piece features names like Nixon and Podgorny in a satirical, charged exchange.
The Tax Foundation notes 1977 government expenditures average 9 607 dollars per U S household up from 1615 in 1950 while federal receipts rise and local shares shift. The study shows postwar federal share fluctuating but remaining dominant as state and local shares vary.
Gary Markham of Route 2 Eudora criticizes police response to burglary in Lawrence. He cites broken into pickup, stolen CB radio and tools, lack of fingerprints, and calls for emphasis on stopping violent crime over radar tickets. He urges public voice and better law enforcement.
Reported secret pact between Omar Torrijos and Muammar Quaddafi raises alarm over Arab influence in the Americas. Documents suggest anti Jewish policy moves in Panama and a plan for a Libyan led Arab bank. Public concerns echo in Congress over potential money laundering and extremIst support links.
Andrew Young questions whether the Carter human rights emphasis was planned and argues a clear policy is overdue. The roundtable at Belgrade and comments by Patt Derian Norman Podhoretz and Jerry Hough frame the debate on Soviet dissidents echoing U.S. stance and risks of undermining moral authority.
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