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Newspaper
Lawrence Journal World
Location
Lawrence, Kansas, United States of America
Date
May 14, 1965
Page
2
A column argues that overemphasis on high speed learning harms children by eroding leisure time. It proposes a partial moratorium on intensive study and advocates research-backed time for rest, suggesting a funded study to prove the need for childhood relaxation. The piece critiques education elites and urges systemic change.
Lawrence Daily Journal World page shows staff listings for Dolph C. Simons Jr. editor and publisher Bill Mayer managing editor Jack Zimmerman and Ernest Pontius news editor. Advertising and business managers are named with 1965 publication details and subscription rates for local and distant readers.
U S officials express mixed reactions to the failed Sunik V moon landing attempt. NASA downplays specifics while others privately smile, noting the Russians publicized only successes previously. The episode could bolster support for costly preflight tests and a U S first moon landing.
A Provo Utah juvenile court judge, Monroe Paxman, argues parents shape youth ethics. He cites decline in clear right from wrong, heightened tolerance of misconduct, and media influences as factors behind rising juvenile crime.
Judge Paxman calls for a broad civic movement to revive Ten Commandments as a guide for living. He envisions rehab for juvenile offenders, expanded schools with tech training, and more work opportunities, recreation, and strong social institutions, all under strict moral standards.
Rep. John V. Lindsay, a young Manhattan Republican, nears a challenge to Mayor Robert F. Wagner. A Lindsay victory would boost GOP credibility, though Wagner, 55, seeks a fourth term in a Democratic stronghold. Harlem politics simmer as Powell feuds with Wagner over anti poverty control.
In Congress today backers of the Turtle Creek Dam renewed their push for federal money to resume construction. The item sits amid a roundup of local notes including a tour of homes by the Lawrence AAUW and KU related activities.
Lord teach us to Pray based on Luke 11 1 Our Father. The message urges serious attention to Bible reading worship and prayer in the home and asks for patience until these practices become as natural as eating and sleeping. Amen.
A Letters Editor favors preserving Fraser Hall at Kansas University arguing the old building is structurally sound and should be saved as architectural heritage. The writer cites century longevity and compares Midwestern preservation to eastern traditions while challenging experts and authorities proposing razing for a new structure.
Professor W. R. Reardon defends the University of Kansas Department of Speech and Drama against an editorial he calls biased. He argues the theater program should present controversial, powerful works and warns censorship harms Kansas and Lawrence. He appeals for objectivity and cautions the Journal-World not to police public taste.
A reader asks if surgery for enlarged prostate is safe at age ninety. The doctor notes modern techniques and anesthesia risks are low, and surgery today is far safer than decades ago, though risks exist. If untreated, obstruction, infections, and disrupted sleep can occur, making timely surgery essential.
Washington members of Congress join the Calaveras Jubilee for the 100th anniversary of Mark Twain’s tale as they enter a congressional division. Top prize is $1000 for the sponsor of the world record frog with entries from Rep. Harold Johnson and others. The contest limits jockeys to cheering and not handling the frog between jumps.
Leonard Lyons reports a Mrs LBJ party's tense toast about Vietnam and Santo Domingo, Alan King awaiting a Broadway project after Guys and Dolls success, Frank Perry set to film Girl of the Year with Pamela Tiffin and Tom Wolfe, Barbra Streisand mail intrigue, Sam Goldwyn Jr casting The Debutante in New York, Trevor Howard possible Broadway casting, Edward Villella to dance in Israel, Barry Goldwater sighting at Stork Club, Paul Newman trout tale and a Horowitz private concert with a gallery dispute over price.
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