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Newspaper
Lawrence Journal World
Location
Lawrence, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Oct 08, 1973
Page
2
The issue presents the World Company masthead with editors and staff names including Dolph Simons Sr and J F Simons, billing and contact details, established dates, and 1973 subscription rates across zones. It notes mailing classifications and AP membership with a publication date of Monday Evening Oct 8 1973.
The article urges shoppers to distinguish between true food items and general goods at the supermarket. It questions the value of highly processed foods and convenience items and notes a large portion of the food bill is not actual food, benefiting farmers and store operators when buyers scrutinize purchases.
A Miami judge proposes a 19 year old felon serve probation to support the widow and children of a man he killed. Larry Clark pleaded guilty to second degree murder in Rudolph Smith’s death. the judge weighs the experimental sentence to avoid burden on taxpayers and aid the victim’s family while critics call it outlandish.
Washington reports Henry Kissinger confronting the Middle East war as his first major test. He urged diplomacy with Israel and key powers, calling the U.N. Council into session while war raged. America weighs limited leverage and aims to end hostilities amid shifting regional alignments.
The essay lauds Patrick Buchanan for reframing Watergate scrutiny, challenging McCarthy era moralism, and urging examination of American cultural norms. It notes Buchanan’s sharp critique of Nixon aides' crimes and his attack on the investigation’s nar cissism, while examining foundations and press reactions.
AP reports on racial tension in Dorchester and Roxbury along Columbia Road and nearby areas. The piece details two killings by groups of young blacks, white reactions, and the city’s changing demographics since the 1960s racial imbalance law.
The article reflects on welfare fraud in 1970 71 in Douglas County where graduates drew funds despite employment prospects. It notes the era's focus on social justice and claims some vocal critics of helping the helpless misused funds, portraying the Robin Hood image as flawed in many cases.
In Ellsworth Hall dedication remarks Larry DeMabea praised unity and service as the hall honors long-time EU alumni secretary Fred Ellsworth. Unseasonable heat marked the weekend with a 96 degree high and persistent drought.
Betsy Evans recounts consigning a turntable and albums to a store that takes a share of sales. After 90 days the items were unsold, two albums missing and the stylus stolen. The manager cited a no-liability clause for fire theft or breakage, exposing owners to loss with no recourse. Evans urges fairness and cautions readers about one sided terms.
The Douglas County MS Society honors Nina Wolfe who has died and Ruth Quinlan as founders. The note praises Nina Wolfe for her incisive mind and humor through paralysis, and extends sympathy to Edgar Wolfe. Viola Sandelius, Secretary MS Society.
Editor notes third in a series explains the General County Rural Highway System Act. It details three road classifications and financing via levies by township or county voters, noting current township levies and how funds would support local service roads.
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