McGill doubts GOP loss risk in Kansas House
Kansas House Speaker Duane S. McGill says only about 22 or 23 of 125 districts could swing, with Republicans potentially holding 73 seats if the parties split. Democrat lawmakers note gaps where candidates did not run and see a realistic chance to gain control aided by Carter’s presidential bid.
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Carter tops in Missouri Democratic primary poll
A Kansas City Star poll of 508 registered voters shows Jimmy Carter as the preferred Democratic candidate in Missouri, with 76.7 percent over Reagan and Ford. Carter leads conservatives and liberals differently, with 79.2 percent over Ford among conservatives and 80.2 percent over Reagan among liberals.
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Last American flag lowered in Bangkok ends era
The flag ceremony marked the U S Military Assistance Command in Thailand ending after years of American advisers. Forces reduced from 48 000 in 1969 to fewer than 500 with 270 advisers expected by July 20. Air Force Brig Gen Harry Aderholt praised Thai resolve and noted the shift to aid and advice only.
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Realistic social goals echo WIN philosophy in critique
The remark compares modern aims to the WIN program's approach, noting a similar emphasis on attainable societal targets. It suggests current debates mirror past efficiency and social improvement debates within the community.
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Reagan warns Ford risks party unity at convention
Ronald Reagan accuses President Ford of playing with fire by using divisive tactics and incumbency to win the GOP nomination, warning it could fracture the party at Kansas City and hurt chances in November. He cites California rules changes and anti Reagan ads as examples, urges unity to avoid a costly convention fight.
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Ford urges realistic goals for global recovery at summit
President Ford and seven world leaders, including Callaghan Moro Giscard D Estaing and Trudeau, gather at the Economic Summit Conference in Dorado Puerto Rico to curb inflation and restore growth. Greenspan says U.S. overcommitted social programs and inflation drives recession while partners seek time and realistic targets.
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Violent storms flood Kansas City area with funnel sightings
Severe thunderstorms sweeping from north central Kansas into west central Missouri produced funnel clouds and flash flooding in the Kansas City region. Reports describe 50 mph winds, marble sized hail, up to 10 feet of water at downtown intersections, and road and rail damage as rainfall totals reached one to over two inches.
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Katy Railroad seeks to close stations move to mobile service
Public hearings set for July 14 in Chanute and Erie on Katy Railroad's Kansas Corporation Commission filing to end station service and serve patrons via a mobile van from Parsons. Chanute hearing at 10 a.m. at the Katy station DeMeritt building East Main and Erie hearing at 1 30 p.m. at the Katy station.
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