Lawrence Daily Journal World masthead and staff listing
The text shows the Lawrence Daily Journal World masthead with editor Dolph C. Simons Sr. publisher Bill Mayer executive editor Ralph Gagh managing editor Ernest Pontiu advertising director Leo Eller and W. C. Simons as editor. It notes 1891 to 1952 and a daily publication schedule with contact and subscription rates for various regions.
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Dolph Simons Srb
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Dolph C. Simons
Bill. Mayer
Ralph Gagh
Ernest Pontiu
Leo Eller
The Journal-World Stands For
A 1973 self description from The Journal-World outlines its newsroom commitments to accurate reporting, fair coverage, equal access for all readers, sympathy for the disadvantaged, exposing dishonesty, and supporting community improvements. This statement appears in a Saturday issue dated May 19, 1973.
Goldwater urges Nixon to lead amid Watergate crisis
Sen. Barry Goldwater calls on President Nixon to reclaim leadership as confidence in government wavers over Watergate. He warns of rising gold prices and stock-market effects and urges decisive action to restore trust and address core issues beyond the scandal. Rep. Larry Winn adds focus on other national matters alongside Watergate. Margaret Truman Daniel recalls her father Harry Truman’s stamp and reminds readers of public figures’ legacies.
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Barry Goldwater
Nixon
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Goldwater
Sen. Goldwater
U.S
Larry Winn
Kansas Third District
White House
Winn
Harry Truman
Margaret Truman Daniel
Secret Actions In Vietnam
Kontum province leaders face pressure as low level commanders make ceasefire accommodations with North Vietnamese forces. The practice aims to buy peace by ceding territory, undermining Saigon control. The pattern shows ongoing covert talks and attempts to negotiate with frontline troops rather than higher command.
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Kontum
South Vietnam
Vietnam
Kontum City
Bull Hap
Hap
Saigon
Tran van Cam
South ’ Vietnamese Army
ARVN
Hanoi
Ton le Cham
Navy jet dedication and university budget boost in 1933 Kansas scene
Centennial Park hosts a formal dedication of a Navy jet plane brought by the Navy League as children swarm the new toy. Kansas University receives a 1.3 million increase to 17.6 million in the coming fiscal year per the Kansas Board of Regents. Ozawkie plans inundation with Perry Reservoir completion in four years and a new Ozawkie town. Haskell Institute reports a 315 graduate class and county roads department estimates 4 million needed for road projects. Water supply for KU and West Hills shifted to emergency status while a 13 inch leak is repaired at Mt Oread Reservoir.
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Navy
Centennial Park
Navy League
Kansas Board of Regents
Kansas University
Perry Reservoir
Haskell Institute
County Roads and Bridge Department
West Hills
Mt. Oread
Margaret Truman Defends Stamp Posture in Independence
In Independence Missouri a writer praises Margaret Truman for defending the late President Harry S Truman and his legacy. The piece notes Truman’s plain manner and suggests others could deserve a stamp, but concludes he would be wrong to deny his place in history.
Rediscovering guilt in modern American civilization
The essay argues Americans drift from moral accountability to alibis for misdeeds. It cites Puritan and Freudian influences, critiques law and order excuses, notes a shift toward bleeding heart sermons, and praises personal responsibility as essential to civilization. It mentions Glasser and Harrington’s reality therapy and warns that ignoring guilt festers and leads to social decay.
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California
William Glasser
G. L.harrington
Dr. Glasser
Letter to the Editor critiques Watergate and dollar decline
Alvin Dahlene argues the Watergate scandal masks deeper problems in the U S economy. He blames inflation, deficits, and a weakening dollar, contending liberals push solutions but ignore central government control and a looming socialist state.
Cox named Watergate special prosecutor aims for independence
Harvard law professor Archibald Cox said the Watergate probe guidelines are acceptable though not ideal and will allow independent work. He spoke after confirmation by Attorney General designate Elliot Richardson, who said Cox may hire staff freely but removal power rests with him. Cox warned investigations could last 18 months plus, spanning beyond the break in to cover 1972 election offenses and related White House issues.
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Cambridge, Mass
Archibald G. Cox
Harvard Law
WGBH
Richardson
Cox
Harvard Law School
Justice Department
Senate Judiciary Committee
Williston
Harvard
Democratic National
White House
Kennedy
Johnson
Teapot Dome
Telegram-Time for Committee NEWS ITEM
A dialogue reveals how the Committee for the Re-Election of the President handles telegrams to the White House supporting Nixon. The exchange covers charging, delivery, group rates, and the White House’s stance on favorable messages. The piece highlights tensions over political messaging and surveillance.
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White House
Nixon
Haiphong Harbor
United States
Auctioneer a Pivotal Man When Cattle Sales Begin
An article from the Kansas City Livestock Market Foundation profiles key cattle auctioneers like Hugh Morehead Jr and Verlin Green at the Kansas City Stockyards. It explains the skills, training, and experience required, including judging cattle and understanding market prices, plus how auctioneers are paid a flat fee per head under government and stockyard rules.
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Hugh Morehead Jr
Tom Morehead
Verlin Green
Kansas City
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