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Newspaper
Lawrence Journal World
Location
Lawrence, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Mar 07, 1968
Page
9
Two students discuss using a computer to pair classmates for dates. Joan Smith, 15, and Steve Fleet, 17, share cautious optimism about meeting peers with similar interests while noting potential for repeated tries and social outcomes.
High school students Cathy Allen and Tim TenBroeck discuss computerized dating. Cathy favors machine chosen partners as a conversation starter but doubts compatibility. Tim notes mixed results, would try it out of curiosity if the match shares interests.
The General Education Development test will be held at 9 a.m. on March 16 and 23 in room 72 68 of the District 497 Administration Building at 21st and La. Interested individuals must notify E. J. Logsdon at VI 2 6222.
Ray Goetz 15, son of Prof and Mrs Raymond Goetz of 1500 Learnard, voices opposition to machine matchmaking. He says choosing friends should stay personal and that machines could erode decision making. He notes an upcoming school dance and plans to participate if matches aren’t perfect.
Fund raising drives at LHS continue with a charity basketball game on April 6 featuring former Kansas University players and Kansas City Chiefs players to benefit the Ballard Center. Admission is 1.50 for adults and students, 0.75 for children.
Senate investigators swiftly study U S troop levels in Korea and at home to see if Vietnam mobilizations have drained reserve strength. The inquiry by aides to the preparedness subcommittee could spur calls to mobilize ground Reservists and National Guardsmen to cover gaps amid rising Vietnam forces.
Lawrence High School plans a computer driven dance on April 5 featuring the Red Dogs. Senior Planning Committee members Twila Kring Joe Flannery Joe Schelbar and Mike Flory designed a survey to pair students by computer. Tests cost 1.50 per try with date choice and a 2 dance limit. Don Binns and Max Rife sponsor the senior class gift.
Hair trends for teens feature bouncing swirling curls from cheek length to long. Styles vary by hair length with blunt ear tip sides and tapered back offering side waves or springy curls. Quick curl comes from curling irons, electric rollers, and pinned curls. long hair with two ponytails or loops creates romantic crown curls.
President Johnsons son in law Patrick J Nugent will report for active duty this month with the Washington area Air National Guard unit. The Air Force approved Nugents request to rejoin the 113th Tactical Fighter Wing at Andrews Air Force Base Maryland after moving to Austin Texas upon marrying Luci Johnson. Friends say the 24 year old has longed to go to Southeast Asia or Vietnam and believes the 113th offers the best chance.
Kansas lawmakers amused by signs in the House chamber that say Robinson Crusoe is the only man who ever has his work done by Friday. The playful message coincides with extended sessions and a Friday adjournment in Topeka.
James E. Doty president of Baker University will discuss The Search in African Evacuation at 1 30 p m Saturday in Dyche Auditorium Kansas University.
Winter activities wind down while spring begins at West Junior High. Seventh grade Homosapiens win intramural volleyball led by Terri Pulliam. eighth grade No-Names win with captain Barbara Whitehead. Ninth grade prepares for a Red Dogs versus Clodhoppers playoff and track season starts with March 28 meet against Olathe.
Six teenagers describe life after divorce in a March Seventeen piece. They say separation can reduce tension though loneliness and responsibility increase. Most prefer divorce to constant friction, with calls for closer parental bonds despite separation.
Clinton Township trustees schedule a special election for April 2 from 8 am to 6 pm at Clinton Township Hall to decide a two mill tax for two years to fund township road improvements. Alvin Herschell trustee G A Weeks clerk L W McNess treasurer announce results will determine outcome. First published March 7 1968.
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