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Newspaper
Lawrence Journal World
Location
Lawrence, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Jun 17, 1969
Page
2
Lawrence Daily Journal World subscription rates and address details for Lawrence Kansas and surrounding counties. The notice lists pricing by carrier and mail, service areas, and AP membership with publication date Tuesday June 17 1969.
Back the Horse Show in its 25th year opens at 7 p m Thursday with 6 30 p m performances Friday Saturday and Sunday at the County Fairgrounds A 9 30 a m show also runs Friday and Saturday Western classes pony saddle-breds harness prancers hunters and jumpers headline the lineup Local organizers include Tom Swearingen and Dr and Mrs Robison amid community praise plan to attend for a family friendly four day event
Valuable additions include a handsome new swimming pool in Central Park and two modern fire stations, boosting safety and civic pride. Officials praise the pool’s layout and location near police and fire services, while noting plans to expand south and west with another station as the community grows.
The Judicial Conference proposes a code for federal judges excluding Supreme Court justices. It bars outside compensation except for certain circuit judges with permission and allows investments as income. Judges would file statements listing investments gifts income and liabilities with possible public disclosure debated by the conference.
A call to adopt a formal code of ethics for Representatives and Senators modeled on the Judicial Conference. The piece argues this precedent can restore public confidence amid ongoing calls for clear, certain rules governing lawmakers.
The piece argues prosperity itself strains U S fiscal and monetary policy after eight years of growth. It cites high inflation near 8 percent, strong consumer buying, and low unemployment at 3.5 percent. It warns of a Nixon administration dilemma if inflation dominates and stresses vulnerable inner city minorities in potential job cuts.
In 1959 Joie Stapleton was elected president of Soroptimists Club with Magda Jensen Lucille Allison Helen Shaw and Cora Boggs as officers. The 3rd Blue Mound Fairview reunion drew 88 attendees at the 4 H Fairgrounds with Mrs J B Wiggins as general chairman. In Tonganoxie a new Methodist church and minister Rev Charles Gross arrived. In 1944 state printer William C Austin died in Topeka and Gov Schoeppel said he would appoint a temporary successor. The Girl Scout Camp at Lone Star Lake opened with Alice Clare Brownfield directing five sessions for 100 girls at 5. The Five day camp cost 5 including transportation. In 1929 a new 4 H Club formed in Globe district reaching 11 total in Douglas County. The City Commission allowed interurban streetcar tracks on New Hampshire Avenue to reach the car barns near the Dillon Store site. Stanley Packard, KU former student, died from a broken neck after a dive into shallow water at a local pool.
The page shares a devotional verse from Philippians 4 4 and a prayer asking God to ease worry sadness and weariness. It requests divine joy and praise to overflow the soul and ends with an amen.
Washington Post columnist notes New York City voters split as Lindsay and Marchi contend for GOP control. He argues conservative momentum exists beyond party lines, with turnout and cross party shifts shaping the race and future party direction.
In Washington Republicans struggle with Teddy Kennedy criticism as Mrs. Rose Kennedy gently calms tensions during floor clashes. A vivid exchange reveals her influence and the delicate dynamic between Teddy Kennedy and rival senators like Dirksen and Thurmond. Thurmond later decries the tactics after a call from Dirksen.
A reader asks what tapping means for hydrocele and whether surgery is needed. The doctor explains hydrocele is fluid around a testicle, tapping uses a needle to remove fluid, and success varies as fluid can reaccumulate or the membrane seals after puncture.
Letters discuss Kansas abortion liberalization and the Planned Parenthood clinic focus on education and contraception. Another letter recommends dropping the Ballard Center from the 1969-1970 United Fund Drive due to community support concerns and Harrison's conviction, urging alternative fundraising.
A United Fund Budget Committee recommendation to exclude Ballard Center from the 1969-70 drive is tabled for a June 24 Board vote at the Kansas Power & Light building. The letter praises Ballard Center while explaining the board's decision to retain Leonard Harrison during appeals and notes a drop of about 3,500 contributors versus the prior year despite strong institutional support.
A letter recalls June 8 1969 at Yankee Stadium for Mickey Mantle Day. The writer contrasts generation gaps and pride in education with hard-rock mining town hardships. He quotes President Hoover on opportunity and national service, honoring Mantle and family.
Mr and Mrs Maurus Winter thank the Sanitation Department for neat trash collection last week. Cans left upright with no ground debris. They emphasize civic pride and the importance of public service in a status driven world.
The Justice Department approves a 278 545 dollar Safe Streets Act grant to Kansas. Gov Docking’s office says 75 percent goes to city and county law enforcement and 25 percent to the state. Funds cover four year police science courses and the Kansas law enforcement academy at Hutchinson.
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