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Newspaper
Lawrence Journal World
Location
Lawrence, Kansas, United States of America
Date
May 11, 1973
Page
2
The Lawrence Daily Journal-World page lists W. C. Simons as editor with publication details and contact line for the Lawrence Kansas issue. The note specifies daily publication excluding Sundays and provides address and telephone.
The article notes Republican anger at Haldeman and Ehrlichman amid Watergate fallout. Senators like Robert Dole blamed the two for White House dismissiveness and poor ties with Congress. Calls grow for closer presidential contact with the public and lawmakers.
A TV depiction of embezzlement via computers mirrors real growth in computer crime. Experts warn thefts are increasing, harder to detect, and often go unreported as firms fear embarrassment. Law enforcement steps up, but detectives fear the iceberg’s tip.
Sen. Barry Goldwater of Arizona privately offered to quit the Senate to become White House staff chief for Richard Nixon if asked. He urged Nixon to install seasoned political professionals in the top post and hinted Rep. John Rhodes of Arizona as a possible conservative choice.
The Data Processing Center at Lawrence United Schools trains students in data processing and hands on operation of key punches and IBM 360 equipment. It also handles clerical duties for records and reports and provides on the job training in Lawrence. The center serves City of Lawrence Douglas County Haskell Indian Junior College and operates 12 hours daily five days a week.
In Phnom Penh the Nixon Doctrine falters as Congress bans military advisers and limits U.S. officials. The Cambodian army struggles under Lon Nol while U.S. bombing continues only because of congressional hesitation. Swank’s unclear mandate compounds a failing regime and unreal grasp of local realities.
In a letters excerpt Mrs. Wilber M. West urges a slow drive to Lone Star Lake to admire Sweet Williams wild larkspur and pink verbena along the east shore. She notes birds along the road and asks if Lawrence flower clubs could name unusual park trees for public enjoyment.
John Smith and Barbara Smith express outrage over a Tuesday poisoning incident in Eudora. They report that four of seven dogs survived with veterinary help and condemn the anonymous offender as a pitiful soul.
USDA explains how to evaluate foods in a new How to Buy Food lesson guide for teachers. It includes questions on grade vs size in eggs, lamb quality grades, and other topics with references and activities to help students compare prices and learn nutrition.
Phyllis Jones outlines rising food prices and the Nixon administration's response. She highlights a 3 percent three month jump driven by meat costs, notes wage policies and inflation, and discusses the impact on white and black consumers. She argues the system itself fuels price increases and warns of a grim outlook.
May 15 set for area school unification rollout while Leavenworth plans a Kaw River bridge loan. Douglas County backs the project as ice floes had knocked out the bridge. Wheat losses rise amid drought, winter kill, and cutworms. President Truman seized railroads to avert a strike. Community leaders, KU students, and local clubs announce new offices and charter grants, shaping regional development.
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