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Newspaper
Lawrence Journal World
Location
Lawrence, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Oct 13, 1973
Page
2
The Lawrence Daily Journal World is a Lawrence Kansas newspaper with W C Simons as editor from 1891 to 1952. It was published daily except Sundays by The World Company at Sixth and New Hampshire Streets.
The Journal-World declares its commitment to accurate fair news reporting. It separates opinion from news and pledges to protect citizens' rights and expose dishonesty in public affairs while supporting community improvement projects.
Congress reacted quickly to Nixon’s nomination of Gerald Ford for Vice President with cautious optimism. Some senators, like Bob Dole, offered cool remarks while others praised Ford’s loyalty and experience. The piece notes public unfamiliarity with Ford and stresses the need for strong statesmen amid ongoing political turmoil. It also highlights Lawrence weekend events at Kansas University, including a KU football game, theater, and a Sonny and Cher appearance, and ends with a dramatic rescue by 11 year old Vickie Watson in Carthage.
Drought in Douglas County described as the worst since 1937 with rainfall 13 inches below normal and broad fire warnings. Lawrence High crowns Terri Blewitt and beats Shawnee Mission East 26 6. Eudora crowns Linda Burkhardt as homecoming queen with a 19 12 win over Baldwin. City registration hits 11309 as voters sign up. Bids sought for resurfacing 27 blocks of former streetcar tracks. KU Band seeks to retain director J C McCanles, band funding, and academic credit. Residents pray for guidance and humility as community faces hardship.
A Missouri girl used a closet hole she broke with hands and feet to reach a stairway escape. Vickie is credited with waking her parents and sister and ensuring everyone escaped unharmed. The account praises her courage and resilience as an example for youngsters.
Retailers brace for a weak Christmas as consumer resistance to rising prices grows. Surveys show Americans ready to save, with early signs of softening in clothing, furniture, and appliance sales. Higher debt, inflated disposable income, and weaker buying power contribute to a cautious outlook for year end. Banks warn of further erosion, while savings may rise 1–2 points, potentially depriving retailers of billions unless a sales rebound occurs next year.
The piece argues that tourism now fuels the Virgin Islands economy more than rum or sugar and that a spike in white-murder cases could devastate visitor demand. It compares potential losses to Massillon, Ohio, notes political actions to attract tourists, and warns of migration and welfare costs if tourism falters. It also links regional travel resilience to international implications and foresees Ulster and wider tourism impacts amid terror.
A trio of letters discuss the erosion of democratic ideals, the burden of taxes on the middle class, and concern over federal funding and airport expansion. Elrene Fishburn criticizes government leadership while Gevins or Randall defends local aviation planning and Topeka airport limits. Dayhoff and Kimbell receive Kansas highway engineering appointments in Topeka.
A secret October plea-bargaining approach to the Justice Department signaled failed hopes for better terms in Agnew’s defense. Officials view the move as part of a broader strategy to sway public opinion, with the president’s political standing and GOP support at stake.
President Nixon selects Gerald R. Ford as vice president boosting his career a third time. Ford, a former Big Ten football star and House Republican leader, faces confirmation hearings and scrutiny over a 1970 campaign contribution report. Jim Thorpe regains amateur status from the AAU, clearing path for US Olympic Committee intercession.
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