From the Lawrence Daily Journal-World for Aug. 16, 1971:

In the wake of President Nixon’s announcement of sudden changes in economic policies, some Lawrence bankers agreed that the “general effect” of the policies would be good. Earl Chandler, president of the Lawrence National Bank and Trust Co., said that suspension of trading of dollars on foreign markets might not be felt locally, but that the domestic steps, such as a 90-day wage-price freeze, would have a good impact. Keith Lucas, manager of the Dillon’s Food Store at 1740 Mass., admitted to some uncertainty on the price freezes, as some prices, such as those on seasonal groceries, were allowed to fluctuate. He said he expected some clarification from the home office within a day or two.

An article described the “free school” movement as “blossoming in Lawrence.” Three such schools were now open. Someday School, a preschool program, had opened in 1969, and Lorien School and “alternative kindergarten” had opened less than a year later. A third “free school,” The Yellow Brick Road, was scheduled to open Sept. 15 in the Ballard Community center. In these privately-run schools, children of all ages engaged in varied activities in an environment less structured than in public schools.