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Newspaper
Lawrence Journal World
Location
Lawrence, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Nov 26, 1971
Page
2
Lawrence Daily Journal World editor W C Simons announces pricing for daily subscriptions. Rates vary by delivery method and region, including carrier, Douglas county, Kansas counties, and nationwide mail options.
Lawrence residents and Lawrence United Fund workers celebrate a 1971 drive that exceeded its 150 055 goal, with divisions Kansas University City County Hospital Employes and others surpassing targets while Industry and City Public Schools fell short. The note urges early contributions in future campaigns and acknowledges donors and volunteers who sustained the effort. Police report a Rochester rape slaying case drawing rewards as several motorists failed to aid a girl abducted on a busy expressway. Carmen Colon, 10, vanished after shopping for her mother. she briefly escaped but was not helped by passing drivers.
New York AP notes mutual funds are viewed as pooling small investor assets for professional management. Third quarter data show one third of sales came from $100 000 plus investments, while small investors pulled back, leading to net redemptions. Experts warn of liquidity concerns and urge restoring market integrity.
A girl was abducted and killed after passing by more than 100 cars. Two teenagers later found her body on a rural road. she had been raped and strangled. Witnesses recalled missed chances to intervene, urging greater community involvement.
In 1961 Missouri stunned favored Kansas 10-7 in Lawrence ending Jayhawk hopes for a major bowl. Amid the post Thanksgiving rush Lawrence merchants reported strong Christmas shopping with many buyers before and after the KUMU game.
A devotional note thanks God for Jesus Christ as the light of the world and asks to dwell in that light to attract others to him. The prayer emphasizes gratitude and faithful service through Christ.
A growing group of U N diplomats at the United Nations in New York says they may relocate the world body due to sniper attacks robberies and aggressive demonstrations. They blame local police missteps and seek federal protection and calmer coverage by U S media. Several Western nations support improved security while others urge clearer U S authority and less critical press coverage.
Mrs. Albert Burgstahler critiques the Lawrence School Board for denying a public hearing on sex education and conducting private study sessions. She questions board transparency, staff planning behind closed doors, and potential expansion of sex education beyond what is publicly authorized.
Today marks the 330th day of 1971 with notable events including Germany ratifying the Locarno Pact in 1925 and Queen Isabella's death in 1504. Other entries recount Washington declaring a day of thanksgiving in 1789 and the 1940 Warsaw ghetto order.
The article humorously lists things the speaker does not plan to do on the day after Thanksgiving. Activities to avoid include work, war, city hall, blood transfusions to a whale, milking a tiger, counting hairs, and other fantastical tasks. The tone is light and reflective as tomorrow's promise is voiced.
Editor notes Paul Carttar a KU freshman and 1971 honors graduate. The piece argues 18 to 20 year olds have influenced elections but rarely change outcomes, citing examples in Pawtucket Providence and San Diego. It contends youth participate within the system and relate to existing politics amid Thanksgiving reflection.
Detroit based industry report shows domestic auto output dropping by 40 000 this week as plants close for Thanksgiving. Automakers target 144 959 cars, below 185 379 last week and 82 462 year earlier. year to date 7 896 501 built versus 5 906 083 last year. Truck production fell to 36 011 from 46 223, yet tops 17 065 year ago. year to date 1 895 192 versus 1 567 160. Houston police abandon paraffin test for gunfire detection in favor of chemical ultraviolet methods, deemed more reliable by police chemists.
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