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Newspaper
Lawrence Journal World
Location
Lawrence, Kansas, United States of America
Date
May 12, 2023
Page
4
Lawrence City Commission lists Lisa Larsen as mayor and provides contact number 785-331-9162 with email llarsen lawrenceks.org for public inquiries.
Excerpts from May 12 1898 issue recount local farming prospects in the valley between Lawrence and Kansas City noting a fine crop outlook though roads rough from recent rains and strong winds. Wives of Lawrence volunteers in camp at Topeka consider joining Philippines service if Twentieth regiment is sent.
President Biden meets four congressional leaders amid debt limit stalemate and talk of a looming recession. The column warns that without a clean raise, the Treasury may default, triggering job losses Social Security delays and market chaos while Republicans demand drastic spending cuts. Jamie Stiehm notes historical parallels with Rome and urges a unilateral rise.
Chad Lawhorn serves as Publisher and Editor at the Journal World with Kim Callahan as Managing Editor and Allison Tait handling Advertising, reflecting the paper’s leadership team established since 1891.
Froma Harrop criticizes The Diplomat Netflix series for its portrayal of an aspiring ambassador Kate Wyler. The piece notes campaign cash and lax credentials, mocks fashion shoots at Winfield House, and laments inaccurate diplomacy and politics. It highlights amateurish depictions, lacking Senate confirmation and proper diplomatic protocol.
Readers may submit letters up to 250 words via email at letters@ljworld.com. The page invites civic commentary and public voices on community issues.
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