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Newspaper
Lawrence Journal World
Location
Lawrence, Kansas, United States of America
Date
May 15, 1969
Page
2
The World Company ran a Lawrence Kansas daily newspaper from 1891 to 1952 with editor W. C. Simons and office at Sixth and New Hampshire Streets. The publication operated daily except Sunday and was contacted via telephone VI2-1000.
A post broadcast reading suggests President Nixon’s address outlined a reasonable flexible plan for ending the Vietnam conflict. The administration aims to end the war honorably and maintain U S firmness, with a clear path for the two combatants to follow despite a calm, non dramatic presentation.
The piece argues Supreme Court Justice Abe Fortas should resign over off the bench activities and questions of judgment. It notes Canon 24 of judicial ethics and frames his continued tenure as undermining the court’s image during a period of low respect for laws and courts.
A group of 30 Kentucky high school seniors completed a 180 mile jog bearing an American flag in a protest. A large crowd gathered to recite the Pledge of Allegiance and sing the National Anthem after the finish. The piece frames the event as a call to uphold old citizenship values amid debate.
As the 1970 census approaches, debate rises over questions on age race sex schooling income and home facilities. Critics call the Bureau a Big Brother agency while Commerce Secretary Stans contends the census is not an invasion of privacy. The issue centers on penalties for nonresponse and potential jail or fines.
The piece discusses limited query allowances in censuses and privacy worries with 140 Congressmen backing a cautious approach. It recalls 1880s queries about insanity and confinement, questioning head size, and notes possible progress in privacy standards.
New York AP reports a hexagonal view of the 7 percent investment tax credit debate. The Nixon administration proposes suspending the credit to curb inflation, while supporters claim capital equipment spending boosts efficiency and lowers prices, potentially countering inflation. The piece weighs theory versus practice and notes possible price pressures if the credit is repealed or retained.
Old Home Town notes recount 1959 Lawrence Educational Council officers and a scholarship for Linda Rake, 1959 KU football co captains Ken Fitch and John Peppercorn, plus four Distinguished Service honorees. Also 1944 town progress and 1929 district Bar Association milestones with fire tragedy in Cleveland.
Today’s message cites Matthew 28 20 and offers a prayer thanking God for his constant presence and partnership. The brief reflects a devotional tone with a concluding Amen.
AP research links Abe Fortas to Greatamerica Corp a Nevada Nevada incorporation and Braniff Airways where he was an officer and director through 1965. The probe ties funding for Fortas lectures to Greatamerica and notes a Cab award later reassessed by the White House.
A reader from Washington argues the Vatican’s removal of St Christopher from the official calendar comes at a bad time as travel booms. He notes widespread reliance on the saint among motorists and travelers and contends the world needs his protection more than ever.
Governor Nelson Rockefeller tried a private round of persuasion with four Republican senators to support Nixon’s scaled down Safeguard anti ballistic missile plan. In Kennedy era style, Rockefeller was asked by Henry Kissinger to intervene, but Cooper Javits Percy and Pearson remained unmoved. The session, held in Senator John Sherman Cooper’s office, signals GOP conviction against the ABM plan despite White House efforts.
A Journal-World letter describes KU Student Senate actions including defeating an impeachment motion against the VP who joined protests. It reports votes against involvement of state and local authorities and in favor of urging peaceful opposition to military influence. The writer credits Chancellor Wescoe for restraint and cautions against dismissing dissent as radical.
Readers from diverse backgrounds urge Chancellor Wescoe to call off forceful measures and defend the university’s integrity. An emphasis on prudence and protection for demonstrators, police, and spectators highlights a humane approach amid national unrest.
A Grade 6 student from Hillcrest School asks why students riot on campuses across Europe, the Americas, and Asia. He questions motives and future impact, urging action to prevent education disruption and safeguard the nation’s future.
A reader urges the University Chancellor to curb rioting with stronger enforcement and advocates cutting university funds. They warn of communism, call for Christian political action, religious education, and a mother led push to build a Christian nation.
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