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Lawrence Journal World in Lawrence, Kansas

22 Nov 2013

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Lawrence Journal World

Location

Lawrence, Kansas, United States of America

Date

Nov 22, 2013

Page

7

Remembering Kennedy Assassination Fallout at Journal World

Former editor recalls the shock and duty felt at the Journal-World on November 22, 1963 as the AP bulletin hit and reporters rushed to produce a full account. Newsroom staff faced pain and urgency while Dolph Simons Sr. and Jr. sped from Kansas City with the latest AP photos to aid the day’s edition.

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Remembering the Kennedy assassination and a lifelong J-W journalist

Bill Mayer recalls his 60 years with the Journal-World and the nation’s shock on November 22 1963. He praises the AP for its breaking coverage of JFK’s assassination, Tippit’s death, and Oswald’s arrest, and reflects on the impact on staff and readers. He notes the Kansas Missouri game postponement and shared grief with colleagues.

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Kennedy Death and Nation Moves After Dallas Tragedy

The Journal-World recalls Nov 22 1963 coverage of President Kennedy’s assassination and the ensuing national shock. It notes Lawrence High School’s affected day, intercom prayers, and a memorial service. It highlights Oswald’s murder coverage, Jackie Kennedy’s responses, Johnson’s swift ascent, and local reactions.

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