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Newspaper
Lawrence Journal World
Location
Lawrence, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Mar 17, 1972
Page
2
The Lawrence Journal World established 1854 lists editors including Mateo, Pontius, and Gage and outlines daily publication details. It provides subscription rates by carrier and mail across regions, noting multiple price tiers and delivery areas.
David Miller of Eudora ends his year as KU student body president after elections concludedThursday with David Dillon of Hutchinson winning. Miller remains in the Student Senate and will continue in campus politics, praised for quiet effective leadership behind the scenes with regents and university leaders.
A St Patrick’s Day message notes joy in celebration amid turmoil in Northern Ireland and proposes a local non-profit agency to manage land gifts for park spaces when governments cannot accept them. The Lawrence Chamber of Commerce group led by Prof. Bill Barr and Dr. Phil Godwin studies feasibility to preserve green spaces like Martin Park by serving as interim stewards.
Kansas schools face tighter finances as the Tax Lid Law set three year district mill levies from the 1969-70 base. District 497 kept a low levy and sustained cuts, layoffs, and reduced services over three years. If extended, many districts may further trim teachers and programs amid inflation.
ART BUCHWALD recounts a columnist friend Downing proposing a tongue in cheek teen swap to end family power struggles. He suggests exchanging discontented teenagers to create calmer households and jokes it could win a Nobel Peace Prize for peace.
Dr Carl S Knox superintendent writes in defense of the health education curriculum amid criticism directed at instruction on human growth and development. He notes investigation by Kendall Taylor Dicker Siegrist and Board members, condemns misrepresentation, and urges administration support while addressing concerns from students and parents. Mrs Sally Johnson 5th6th grade teacher Woodlawn School notes accompany.
On March 17 various historical markers are noted. British troops evacuated Boston in 1776 ending a siege tied to the Battle of Bunker Hill. Texas adopted a constitution in 1836. Italy’s Victor Emmanuel II proclaimed in 181. Barcelona faced civil war bombardment in 1938. The National Gallery of Art opened in 1941. World War II price controls ended in 1953. Relations and policy debates mark later items.
A local note thanks Ballard Community Center of Lawrence and highlights the work of Cynthia Turner and Lenore Findlay. The writers Sue Crabtree, Tris Faler, and Wilbur Ray express gratitude for volunteers who offer help with various tasks and dedicate much time to the center.
Wichita Kansas AP attorney general office seeks federal court ruling on Kansas Senate reapportionment. Court previously invalidated 1968 plan and retained jurisdiction to ensure a valid districting this year. Governor Docking may veto a new bill. lawmakers may override. Court action may be needed before April 2 to inform local election officials.
Editor Paul Carttar argues abortion law rulings relieve social discrimination and reduce misery. He frames abortion as a practical and humanitarian tool, countering moralistic opposition and emphasizing its value for families and society. He blends ethics with pragmatic outcomes to support liberalized access.
Old Home Town items reflect 1962 notes on the Clinton Reservoir project four miles southwest of Lawrence, the Wakarusa Watershed plan, and a KU journalism department discussion. The column notes a bright weekend forecast and a 50 degree high with no rain.
AP reports Lionel D. Edie & Co funds use a six point method for selecting growth stocks. Richard Carney stresses criteria: 9% earnings growth, strong consistent market demand, market leadership or emerging high growth, solid management, and 20% return on equity.
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