Lawrence Journal World staff and publication details 1969
Lawrence Journal World published daily except Sunday by The World Company at Sixth and New Hampshire Streets Lawrence Kansas with editors Ernest Ponts and Doulph Simons led by publisher and president staff. Subscription rates include 1.73 monthly carrier 20 768 yearly mail Douglas County 10 yearly mail elsewhere 15 yearly. Tuesday evening June 24 1969.
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the World Company
Sixth and
New Hampshire Streets
Lawrence
Kaw
Douglas
United States
Bureau of Circulation
The SDS From Port Huron to Chaos in Seven Years
A historical sketch traces the evolution of the Students for a Democratic Society from its Port Huron founding in 1962 to 1969. It contrasts early nonviolence and humanitarian aims with later ties to violence, disruption, and alleged links to the Communist Party USA.
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Students For A Democratic Society
SDS
Uaw-Cio
Port Huron
Mich
Communist Party
U.S.A
Bomb penalties urged for harsher response to explosive crimes
The piece advocates tougher penalties for planting or throwing bombs, arguing current punishments are too light given the serious harm and fear caused by these acts. It calls on legislators to ensure laws reflect the heinous nature of bomb-related crimes.
Government Waste and Pentagon Cost Concerns
An Air Force cost issue with North American Rockwell in the Mark II program prompts claims of high outlays and weak executive cost control. Lawmakers fault Pentagon efficiency as boondoggling and overspending persist, with watchdogs unsure where to start.
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North American Rockwell
Pentagon
Air Force
North American
Poison Ivy Perils and Identification Tips
Outdoor readers learn to avoid poison ivy and to identify its three leaflets which are glossy on top and hairy beneath. The oil toxicodendrol causes itching burning and swelling on contact and proper washing with alkaline seawater and a grain alcohol solution is advised.
Poison Ivy Awareness for Safer Vacations
The guidance emphasizes using clean cotton and avoiding wood alcohol. It warns of threats such as poison oak and poison sumac, noting poison ivy as the main vacation disruption. Prevention hinges on recognizing its appearance, habitats, and staying clear of it.
Z-Day Near for Truth in Lending Regulates Costs
New York AP reports Z-Day arrives July 1 when Regulation Z takes effect guiding lenders to disclose finance charges and annual percentage rates. The broad new rule affects over a million creditors and most borrowers, clarifying costs while leaving rate regulation to states.
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New York
Federal Reserve Board
Congress
States
Local News Roundup From Lawrence and Kansas Events
Old Home Town advertising man Roland DeWatteville dies in New York at 62. Mrs Maude Anderson widow of Dr A J Anderson dies. KU music teacher married to the doctor in 1913. First Douglas County wheat harvest at 45 bushels per acre from Roland Robb farm. Dolph Simons travels to Chicago for the National Republican convention. 25 Mexican workers hired for a local dehydrator amid wartime labor shortages. Summerfield exams set in four cities with finals in Lawrence. five boys to be chosen from the first award. Oscar Stauffer named to Kansas Board of Regents. Kansas Kiwanis Clubs total 36 with 1 700 members.
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Roland DeWatteville
Journal-World
New York
Maude Anderson
A. J. Anderson
Vermont
Morgan Mack Auto Co
Ky. St
Douglas County
Roland Robb
Dolph Simons
Chicago
Stevens Hotel
Hilton
Chicago Municipal Stadium
Summerfield
Lawrence
Olin Templin
Solon Summerfield
Kansas
Oscar Stauffer
Arkansas City
Board of
Regents
Earle Evans
Wichita
Today’s Bible Message and Graceful Prayer
Today's message cites John 14 27 I give you my peace not as the world gives. A prayer asks Lord of all life to help us spread wings of faith find peace while serving amid today’s storms Amen.
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John
Nixon to let Vietnamese troops bear own defense says columnist
The columnist argues Nixon should push to make combat duty in Vietnam voluntary, letting South Vietnam take more responsibility with American material support. It weighs feasibility, noting conscripts’ potential to refuse fighting, and cites casualties and troop figures to support reclassification of true combatants.
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Nixon
Clark Clifford
Vietnam
Clifford
Winston Churchill
Pentagon
United States
Richard Nixon
Greek Dilemma Shapes US Policy in Athens
Athens report outlines how US aims for a tough stance against the Greek military junta collide with vital strategic needs in the Eastern Mediterranean. It notes the embassy coldness, the stalled ambassadorial post, and Pentagon driven ties that complicate democracy support while warning of long term costs and growing anti American sentiment.
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Athens
U.S
Pentagon
Mediterranean
Greece
Sixth Fleet
Polaris
Samuel Eton
Eaton
NATO
George Padadopoulos
Papado- Lemnitzer
Lemnitzer
Nixon
Rome
Junta
Constantine
Washington
Eisenhower
Stylianos Pattakos
Pattakos
On This Day In History June 24 Through the Years
June 24 marks events spanning 1520 Hernando Cortez enters Mexico City 1948 Berlin airlift begins 1945 Hitler banner paraded in Moscow 1948 Dewey GOP nomination 1942 Dutch royal family to U S 1969 highlights summary of centuries across politics war and diplomacy with key figures and nations.
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West Berlin
U.S
Hernando Cortez
Mexico City
Senate
John Jay
England
Marshall Henri Philippe Petain
Italy
United States
Adolph Hitler
Moscow
Philadelphia
New York
Thomas IX. Dewey
Klaus Fuchs
East Germany
Britain
Letter on United Fund and Ballard Center Critique
The author argues the United Fund mislabels itself and questions its structure urging reforms. She contends the Ballard Center should remain funded as part of a just, inclusive community effort and warns the fund risks losing credibility by acting out of fear rather than principle.
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Ballard Center
Lawrence
Ballard
Harrison
Journal-World
United Fund
Budget panel backs cuts in United Fund services
The budget committee of the United Fund aimed to balance allocations with available funds while preserving core community services. They recommended trimming funding for several agencies to meet overall budget constraints and maintain program integrity.
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Journal-World
The
United Fund
Debate Over Ballard Center’s Role in United Fund
Letter from Raymond Eastwood and Devona Eastwood of 1609 La. St questions value of Ballard Center within United Fund. They state intent to contribute selectively this year, deeming earmarking claims contradicted by gross allocations to agencies.
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Ballard Center
United Fund
Raymond Eastwood
Devona Eastwood
la. St
Pentagon cost probes raise defense spending questions
A congressional hearing on defense costs shows the Pentagon clamping down on exposed overcharges. Air Force efficiency expert A. E. Fitzgerald faced punishment for revealing C-5A costs, while a satirical dialogue mocks alarm over bid padding and the risk of harming contractor relations.
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Pentagon
Defense Department
A. E. Fitzgerald
Air Force
Thailand
Alweather
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