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Newspaper
Lawrence Journal World
Location
Lawrence, Kansas, United States of America
Date
May 23, 1992
Page
3
The late Lawrence Welk, seen as square during his rise in the 1930s and 1940s, drew a broad audience with gentle melodies, colorful dance ensembles, and a commitment to good taste. He demanded high standards, but his show offered happiness, relaxation, and musicianship that resonated with many fans across generations.
The Burrton high class faces fines for spraying Silly String during commencement. The essay notes similar pranks at Lawrence High and past student antics, but argues officials enforce rules and that graduates must accept official reactions to social actions.
Residents of Oskaloosa defeated a bond issue by 280 to 211 to fund additional elementary school buildings. New officers of the Lawrence Junior High PTA include Mrs. Don Haines Mrs. Harold Allen Mrs. Charlotte Van Bebber and Mrs. Norman Endacott.
An OCR fragment shows names associated with a newspaper staff such as Robert Nordyke Carolina Trowbridge and editor roles, plus publication details for the Lawrence Journal-World. It lists address routing, postmaster instructions, historical publication years, and multiple subscription rates for different delivery methods and regions.
The piece recalls past frauds from chain letters to Ponzi schemes, highlighting how con artists exploit trust. It cites a dated Indianapolis letter promising vast wealth, mocks legal loopholes, and warns readers about mailing lists and “Dear Friend” scams while urging skepticism.
The piece critiques Murphy Brown and its impact on public discourse linking the show to politics and social attitudes. It questions reactions from conservatives and liberals, mentions Dan Quayle, media influence on single mothers, and pop culture norms. The tone blends satire with opinion on media responsibility and public figures.
Maggie Childs chair of the KU Human Relations Committee defends equal opportunity standards, explains harassment and hateful speech policies under the EU, and urges support for extending protections beyond current categories while upholding free speech. Hilda Enoch adds a second letter criticizing Lawrence housing inaction amid Kansas funding for housing projects.
May 23, 1934 marks the death of Bonnie Parker and Clyde Barrow who were gunned down by lawmen in a police ambush as they rode a stolen Ford Deluxe through Bienville Parish Louisiana. The dramatic end closed their infamous crime spree and left a lasting print on American crime lore.
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