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Newspaper
Lawrence Journal World
Location
Lawrence, Kansas, United States of America
Date
May 31, 1967
Page
2
Lawrence Daily Journal-World details staff positions and contact info for The World Company. Publication lineage notes W. C. Simons as editor from 1891 to 1952 and ongoing daily edition with May 31 1967 date. Subscription rates are listed for carrier and mail delivery.
A column argues that apparent civility masks neglect as witnesses fail to aid in deadly emergencies. Judith Robeson, 24, a U. S. Senator Carlson aide, is murdered in Washington while bystanders do not call police. A Kansas City case echoes the theme of minimal neighborly involvement.
An opinion piece questions why Americans show blase indifference to highway fatalities. It argues that 600 deaths in four days exceed Vietnam war weekly battle deaths and compares responses to other hazards, urging greater concern and action.
An old verse fragment titled A Prayer for Every Day offers lines urging restraint in speech and action. It asks God to curb gossip and nitpicking, help reach concise points, and empower wisdom without nosiness or bossiness as one grows older.
The passage shows a reflective line about using life’s gifts and wishing for friends at the end, hinting at a broader religious or philosophical meditation. It references memory, purpose, and a trust in divine timing.
Russell Magarity, a University of Oklahoma senior, cannot wed until he reaches 21 July 29, despite plans for a June 3 wedding. His bride Susan Byers prepares to proceed, while parental consent from Lima Peru remains uncertain. The piece notes legal age limits for marriage and voting, urging broader consideration of 18-year-old rights.
Colorado Senator Allott warns that fiscal 1967 direct debt interest totals 13.5 billion and rises to 14.2 billion in fiscal 1968, surpassing annual outlays for several key federal departments and agencies combined. He questions whether such costs will spark public concern.
New York AP notes debates whether stock markets follow consistent cycles and if January April July October show gains. Analysts cite three month earnings cycles and government reports as drivers, with uncertainty shaping buying after past results.
Short devotional note urges followers to spread the gospel to all creation. It prays for forgiveness of shortsightedness and vigilance to seize every opportunity to advance the Master's work.
The speaker reflects on attending a son's high school graduation and confronting the unsettling blend of pride and aging. He contrasts the parent role with his own youth, noting the shared emotions, the crowd, and the moment when a familiar graduate marks a life transition.
Letter writer urges dissent as patriotic duty opposing the Vietnam War and opposes escalation. They quote the full saying to defend democracy and describe Sunday vigil participants as ordinary patriotic citizens. The column also praises the movie Sound Of Music as wholesome entertainment for families. Mrs. Chuck Ledom 1121 Ky. St.
The letter argues that Vietnam war history is misrepresented by Mrs. Weinang noting guerrilla activity existed before U.S. involvement and Diem regime repression pushed political opponents to action. It states 1956-59 anti-Communist groups acted, North Vietnam joined circa 1960, and U.S. support for Diem shaped the civil conflict.
A letter from a student in early high school expresses intent to study medicine and asks which colleges to contact for catalogs. A teacher notes the shift from doctor visits to counseling and endorses pursuing medicine. Also a note to Mrs. T. T. asserts pilonidal cyst removal surgery is appropriate for repeated issues.
Athens reports a Greek politician sought U S backing for a counter coup to restore King Constantine. The U S embassy refused arguing bloodshed would follow and Washington would not back a royalist bid. Officials warn Greece could drift toward Moscow if unresolved.
New York AP humor columnist Hal Boyle jokes about hospital routines upsetting patients. He quips on dieting nurses warnings, restricted beverages, bandage removals, smoking rules, bedpans, and visitors’ forced cheer, noting mild misery behind bedside banter.
Benigno C. Hernandez of Albuquerque, a lawyer with no diplomatic background and a former Navy aviation instructor, is tapped by President Johnson to be ambassador to Paraguay. The 49 year old would replace William P. Snow pending Senate confirmation after meeting State Department officials in Washington. Hernandez serves on New Mexico boards and on national advisory committees for HEW rehabilitation and OEO poverty programs.
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