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Newspaper
Lawrence Journal World
Location
Lawrence, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Jun 18, 1976
Page
2
The author argues for raising federal gas taxes to curb consumption and boost federal revenue, criticizing high oil company profits and government attempts to reduce fuel use. They question why Congress wouldn’t use a small pump tax to fund bills and combat shortages, instead of letting oil profits grow.
In the last Tuesday primary Californians rejected a measure to restrict nuclear power by about two to one. Supporters urge safety and research while opponents vow continued battle. Similar proposals loom in Colorado and Oregon as energy debate broadens beyond oil.
Gretchen Geer commends efforts to separate old and disabled residents from the MR group and urges trained staff for each. She warns against overgeneralizing MR behavior and urges better communication among state and local agencies to improve outcomes for the differently abled.
The World Company published daily except Sunday from Lowrance Kansas with staff including Dolph Simons Sr as President Publisher and W C Simons as editor. Rates listed include 2.45 monthly by carrier 29.40 yearly by mail in Douglas and nearby counties 19.67 in remaining Kansas counties and Kansas City MO and 24 yearly elsewhere. The paper is a member of the Audit Bureau of Circulation and The Associated Press.
A calendar of historic events on June 18 includes Napoleon’s 1815 Waterloo victory in Belgium ending the Napoleonic era, Philadelphia entry in 1778, U.S. war declaration in 1812, McKinley nomination in 1896, Cherbourg capture in 1940, Egypt’s 1953 republic founding, Adams gifts controversy in 1958, Buddhist opposition notes in 1968, and a 1991 Piedmont hijack incident thwarted by a sky marshal.
Washington report says Dr. Robert Seamans and John Foster shaped ERDA's research program with close ties to TRW. TRW received about 24 million in noncompetitive ERDA contracts, some not solicited, amid questions of influence over energy technology choices. Seamans denies impropriety and cites wide consultation. Carter’s campaign notes potential running mates including Church Udall Kennedy Glenn and Brown, with Carter to decide.
A College Board survey shows the 1976 cost to attend a four year private college with on campus living averaging 4 568 dollars, about 6 percent higher than 1975. It outlines costs by type, compares private and public colleges, and suggests budgeting steps.
The New York Times editorial argues that NYC base pay costs are subsidized by fringe benefits and health plans, with health costs reaching 292 million this year and fringe reductions proposed to save 97 million next year. It notes generous leave, uniforms, and post retirement coverage fueling a push for reform amid fiscal strain.
Vera II became the new city clerk with retiring Harold Fisher as mentor after arriving from Parsons. In 1951 James Wigglesworth, 43, was named Lawrence city manager by Mayor Chris Kraft under a new commission manager plan.
A humorous Washington exchange covers the town’s image after sex scandal coverage. Ralph seeks discreet scandal details while the narrator notes public interest and media overreach, suggesting downtown action exists only in rumor and office gossip rather than real events.
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