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Newspaper
Lawrence Journal World
Location
Lawrence, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Mar 28, 1969
Page
2
The Lawrence Daily Journal-World lists staff titles from President and Editor to News Editor and Controlling Editor. It is published daily except Sunday by The World Company in Lawrence Kansas with carrier and mail subscription rates and Audit Bureau of Circulation membership.
The Iowa Street bridge over the Kansas Turnpike damaged February 3 remains closed. Residents complain at slow repair progress as Kile Steel Co. replaces beams under a Turnpike Authority contract while weather delays persist. Efforts to speed ETA are urged as two months pass.
In a contrast to optimistic briefings from the Johnson era, Melvin Laird reported slow pacification and no near term reduction of American forces. He warned of a greater national effort needed to stabilize South Vietnam as Viet Cong influence persisted, with over 10 000 American battle deaths since last March 31.
The Federal Trade Commission reviews a soup company’s TV ad showing marbles in bowl bottoms to prevent sinking of solids. Oklahoma City Daily Oklahoman blasts the tactic as misleading in a headline.
Jack Valenti, head of the Motion Picture Producers Assn, warned theater operators at a convention that staying out of jail will determine a profitable year. Controversial films like Candy and The Killing of Sister George drew enforcement actions including confiscated prints and jail sentences for exhibitors. A Boston judge sentenced an exhibitor to six months for presenting Sister George as cases spread to Minnesota South Dakota and Oregon.
In some states sheriffs stand outside cinemas until shows start and stop films before credits, while in other regions officers await film arrivals to execute warrants. What Valenti joked about has become a hard reality for some operators.
President Nixon presents a surtax extension as part of a fundamental anti inflation strategy that relies on raising revenues and cutting spending rather than market intervention. Critics doubt speed of impact, noting inflation has accelerated while the plan unfolds, with concerns over its political vulnerability and long term effects. The policy aims to persuade private sectors to curb inflationary expectations, though the cost falls hardest on the young, elderly, poor, and thrifty. The 7 percent investment tax credit draws critique as market intervention amid high capital spending risking further inflation.
Mary Lu Hill director of Lawrence Public Schools food service chairs the fifth annual Kansas School Food Service Association convention in Lawrence with Miss Hill as president elect. Atlas missile site chosen at Worden, near Lawrence, while women in overalls address wartime labor shortages and railroads need. Cordley Junior Players presented The Sentimental Scarecrow directed by Mrs Deal Six. 40 years ago 1929 DAR conference in Lawrence marks Betty Washington chapter origins and early regent Mary Robinson. Kansas chapters contribute to Constitution Hall in Washington.
The Bible verse Revelation 3 20 invites listeners to open their hearts. A prayer thanks God for omnipresence and patience and asks for power to welcome Thee into our hearts and share blessings.
The piece argues Nixon must balance a tumultuous start with Congress and public opinion as he faces ABM policy, Vietnam risks, and costs. It notes critics warn of high bills, questions on feasibility, and risks to nonproliferation while urging clear strategy to end the war.
The article discusses cooperative efforts by Lawrence High School and the Unified District 497 community to help students choose vocations. It highlights employer dinners, elementary exposure to trades, and the need to value all occupations, update vocational programs, and reinforce a positive "success" image for every chosen path.
A reader questions expanding sex education in schools arguing it infringes on parental rights. The letter backs limited biology class content from 9th grade onward and suggests nurse-led instruction with parental consent for sensitive topics, urging voters to question school board candidates before April 1.
A reader asks about a six month old baby standing with help and bow legs. The physician explains bowing results from diet and heredity, not early standing, and warns against lifting too early to walk due to potential shoulder joint injury.
The Journal-World Opinion Page champions free expression with editorials and political cartoons. It invites well informed citizens to share views on local issues, politics, and public affairs.
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