Lawrence Daily Journal World Staff and Publication Details
The Lawrence Daily Journal World lists staff including Simons Sr and Jr as editors and president, Bill Mayer as executive editor, Ralph Gage as managing editor, Ernest Fontius as advertising director, and Leo E as controller. Established 1854 by W. G. Simons. published daily except Sunday at Sixth and New Hampshire, Lawrence, Kansas 66044. Associated Press member.
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Simons
Ann Eeeene
Dolph C. Simons JR
Bill Mayer
Ralph Gage
Ernest Fontius
the World Company
Sixth and
New Hampshire Streets
Lawrence
Kan
Which Is It Cartilage or a Ligament at Wounded Knee
A sports fan questions whether the Wounded Knee incident reflects cartilage damage or a ligament injury, noting a mix of sports-style tension and real-world event stakes surrounding the dispute.
Low Voter Turnout Marked Lawrence City Primary
Lawrence voters cast only about 22 percent of the 27 909 registered, far below last November. In city commission and school board races results show six finalists for commission and a four way race likely for April. The piece notes SYLP slate involvement and emphasizes the need for two way responsiveness between citizens and government.
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Lawrence City
City Commission
Lawrence
Little Guy and the American Dream in a Stingy Economy
The piece ponders who the little guy is across markets and geography. It traces his patience through rising costs and stock-market lessons from the 1950s to the present, noting inflation, rising essentials, increased take home pay, home ownership, savings deposits, and a growth in Savings Bonds as he clings to progress and optimism.
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New York
Stepin Fetchit
Sidney Poitier
Smersh
South
Mark Warren
Charleston
Sammy Davis Jr
Warren
Bill Cosby
New York Yankee pitchers joke as fans recall old era eccentrics
A collage of notes mentions two Yankees pitchers joking about swapped wives and eyes, a fan laughing at old-time eccentricity like Dizzy Dean and the Gashouse Gang. Other items include a fatal car crash near Lawrence, local elections, a bond vote, a college basketball result, heavy snow, and community groups planning meetings.
Symphonic Band tour boosts Kansas image and ties
The three day Kansas tour by the EU Symphonic Band impressed hosts and students alike. Visiting schools and staying with families, the group gave Kansans a new view of the state and its people. The out-of-state student called Kansas attractive and not desolate, and KU gained a better image among Kansans.
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Kansas
Ethnic Views and Entertainment in Hollywood’s Reforms
Hollywood debates progress in minority portrayals as Academy nominations highlight black led films like Lady Sings the Blues and Sounder. Leaders claim images remain distorted while producers resist pre release censorship, favoring community ratings and continued critique from CORE and other groups.
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Hollywood
Willie Best
Philip Ahn
Diana Ross
Cicely Tyson
Paul Winfield
Coalition Against Blaxportation
Conrad Smith
Congress of Racial Equality
CORE
Joel Grey Talks Life and Career in New York
In New York Joel Grey promotes staying in shape by seeking pleasure in life as he basks in an Oscar nomination for Cabaret and a return to nightclubs. He recalls Copacabana fame at 19 and his Waldorf Empire Room run at 41 while stressing a philosophy of adventure and cautious risk.
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New York
Joel Grey
Joel
Mickey Katz
Empire Room
the Waldorf
Hollywood
Cleveland Playhouse
Grey
Therry Neilsen-Steinhardt
Readers oppose congressional issues mix in Letters to Journal-World
A batch of letters criticizes Congress on busing genocide treaties and gun control, arguing against registrations as a step toward gun confiscation. The writer urges citizens to contact their representatives, citing state department viewpoint and Communist fears.
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Congress
John Q
Cuba
Czechoslovakia
U. S. State Department
Rachel Girvin
Jacksonville
Ore
Lecompton
KU Museums Plan Show For Children
A program titled In Living Color will be held March 17 for children aged 8 to 10, hosted by the KU Museums of Art and Natural History and the department of art education. The morning runs 9 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. with activities at the Natural History Museum Bailey Hall and the Art Museum, guided by James Bee, Dole Brooking, and Dixie Glenn.
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Kansas University Museums of Art and Natural History
Department of Art Education
Museum of Natural History
Natural History Museum
Art Museum
Bailey Hall
James Bee
Dole Brooking
The
Museum of Art
Dixie Glenn
On the Other Hand by Gus diZerega
Opinion column critiques sensational coverage of massage parlors in Wichita and Kansas City. It argues private individuals should remain private when activities are legal and peaceful, warning that reckless reporting risks witch hunts and harms lives. It highlights ethical media standards and press freedom concerns.
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Wichita
Kansas City
Wichita Eagle
Beacon
Kansas
Kansas Area
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Majin Douglas
United States
Lawrence, Kan
Audit Bureau of Circulation
Associated Press
Jose
John Cunniff
Old Home Town
Lawrence High
Suzanne Fulcher
Sherry Kennedy
Pleasant Grove Hill
U.S. 59
James F. Schubert
Douglas County State Lake
Vinland
Riverside
Oklahoma A & M Cowboys
Douglas County
John Pike
PEO
Henry Shenk
Larry Heeb
Clifford Dean
Lawrence Clearing House Assn
Fred Raymond
W. C. Simons
W. H. Sears
Douglas County Historical Society
State Historical Society
By Bob Thomas
Charles Correll
Freeman Gosden
Amos
N’ Andy
Captain Marvel
Jeff Chandler
Cochise
Jay Silverheels Tonto
Mako
Alfonso Tafoya
Nosotros
California
New Mexico
Journal-World
Sale Policy Reply
Gus Dizerega
Kansas University
Journal-World Opinion
Eagle Beacon
Pregs
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