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Newspaper
Lawrence Journal World
Location
Lawrence, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Nov 25, 1963
Page
3
Lawrence Daily Journal World notes editor Woodl Simons, who served from 1891 to 1952, in a historical obituary style reference highlighting his long tenure and impact on the Lawrence press.
An editorial urges continued national resolve after the Kennedy assassination. It honors Mrs Kennedy and Caroline, stresses Lincoln’s unfinished work, praises the Lawrence School Board for continuing classes, and calls for unity, courage, and practical progress under President Johnson.
After John F. Kennedy's death, discussions focus on Lyndon B. Johnson as the new president. Observers note Johnson's practical, down to earth approach, intelligence, and experience, while urging the nation to unite and honor Kennedy's memory.
A critical editorial denounces Dallas lawmen for poor security during Lee Oswald’s transfer, saying their failures exposed Texas to national shame. It asserts officers lacked courage and efficiency and warns that such conduct damages the state's reputation and nationwide respect.
The KU Chorale directed by Clayton Krehbiel, a 1942 KU music alumnus, completed a state tour in its fifth year. The article notes his career including Oberlin teaching and singing with Fred Waring and the Robert Shaw Chorale, and mentions notable All-East Kansas selections by the Wichita Eagle.
A brief devotional message praises brotherly unity and thanks God for diverse skills aiding public service. It asks for unselfish use of abilities for the common welfare and ends with an Amen.
A reflective portrait of John F Kennedy after his 1961 inauguration shows a era of reform and style, a president marked by courage and reason. The piece recalls his restraint with the press, his handling of Cuba, civil rights, and the Bay of Pigs fallout. It notes his death casting a colder light on his legacy.
The writer contrasts national mourning declared by the new President with Lawrence lacking a proclamation for children to stay home. Four school aged children will remain home to attend services and understand the reason as requested by the President. Robert M. Sneegas and Patty Rundquist sign the letter from addresses in Lawrence.
A resident criticizes early Christmas lights on Main Street for clashing with mourning American flags. They argue decorations should honor the president respectfully and be timed for better taste. They urge future cities to show proportion in public displays.
Paris social column reports Marlene Dietrich encountered a Spanish nobleman who invited her to Madrid and asked for a performance, with Dietrich seeking 25 000 dollars seven round trips and an orchestra of 17. Alec Guinness prepares for Dylan in town as other legends share anecdotes from Shelly Winters to Damon Runyon. The note ends with Fredric March admiring a rare art collection at Mollie Parris’s party.
A reader questions schizophrenia diagnosis and treatment, the Dr. Mother column explains it as an emotional illness with varied behaviors and recovery prospects. The piece urges reading mental health materials and contacting state Mental Health Society chapters for pamphlets.
Hal Boyle surveys everyday sayings and trivia from letters and quotes. It notes disputed phrenomophobia mail anecdotes and a final Eisenhower line urging global cooperation, framed as light observations on culture and history.
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