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Newspaper
Lawrence Journal World
Location
Lawrence, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Nov 23, 1966
Page
5
Young voters at Lawrence High School show a noticeable shift toward Republican candidates in the latest local election. Officials note increased turnout among students and debate on policy issues shaping this trend.
Mona Hargadine, 17, a Montrose High senior, daughter of Mr and Mrs C P Hargadine, discusses political leanings. She notes support for some Democratic candidates while opposing others and expresses that dissent is natural as people explore new ideas.
The 16 year old Doug White, a sophomore son of Harold B. White and wife, states he favors a Republican nation and a Republican president. He believes Democrats have been in power too long and calls for a change in party control.
A sophomore student Jane Fewel 15 and daughter of Mr and Mrs Eugene Fewel comments that party affiliation should not determine a candidate’s qualifications. She says she values the best person for office regardless of party and emphasizes merit over party membership.
Dan Moore a 16 year old junior son of Mr and Mrs R K Moore of 715 Lawrence Ave says balance is needed after a near one party system following the last election. He predicts Congress will be more evenly distributed now and in the next election.
Sharon Eastman, 16, a Kansas junior, says Republicans are good for farmers and state interests. Jerry McGreevy, 18, a senior, doubts one party should dominate Kansas politics but foresees Republican chances in upcoming elections.
Lawrence High School ends its season as state football champions, claiming 11th title in 13 years and setting over 20 school records. The awards assembly honored 38 letter recipients across football and cross country, with 25 seniors and 9 juniors among those earning letters. Cross country coach Steve Sublett presented letters to the Lions, while assistants Harley Catlin Darrell Falen Bob Fulton and Lyle Sittler awarded football letters. The theatre group presented Our Town under Millard Denny, with The Diary of Anne Frank planned for Feb 14–15. The Hi Y and Y-teen Barn Party transformed the gym into a red barn for festivities
A Chicago work study program for 60 former dropouts pays dividends to teens and industry. Students work three days a week at Carson Pirie Scott as sales clerks stock-room workers and clerical assistants earning one dollar an hour. The other two days are classed in reading mathematics speech courtesy and citizenship. The pilot project is financed with the Ford Foundation aid.
Color school pictures arrived last Thursday at Central Junior High as students learned their color likenesses. Ninth grade A team includes Mit Winter and 13 others. B team lists Joe Spease, Mark Ray, and 15 more. Miss Dowden led Junior Players in scenes from Anne Frank, Angel Street, The Glass Menagerie, and Inherit the Wind, with Christmas Play undecided. Thanksgiving vacation closes Thursday and Friday with a four day break.
The chart highlights Winchester Cathedral by New Vaudeville Band as top act with Good Vibrations by the Beach Boys close behind. Supremes enter with You Keep Me Hangin On and other notable entries include Mysterions Look Through My Window and Brenda Lee Coming On Strong.
A survey of 1,061 teenagers shows the jerk as the most popular dance with 28 percent, skate close behind at 24 percent, and other dances like the frag and boogaloo trailing. The piece also surveys parental attitudes, notes several teen voices, and mentions Thanksgiving vacation approaching.
Gone are the days when ski wear was bulky. Designers tailor teen outfits with form fitting clothes and one piece suits for easy movement. Stretch wool fabrics and glass jacket linings provide warmth without weight while alpaca lined jackets remain available.
The article notes bulky pants offend teen skiers who prefer a snug look with turtle neck sweaters under updated parkas. It highlights instep straps keeping leg fabric into boots for smooth lines and mentions one piece jump suits as popular among advanced skiers. When very cold, ski underwear under the jump suit is worn.
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