Lance hearings suspended for two weeks in Lance case
Sen. Ribicoff suspended two week hearings into Bert Lance fitness for office as Carter says public support shifts. Lance denies wrongdoing after 20 hours of testimony. Percys urges resignation while Ribicoff says decision rests with the President and Lance. Powell cites 2270 calls for and against Lance as White House weighs fate.
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First Woman Named to Kansas Supreme Court
Shawnee County District Judge Kay McFarland named to the Kansas Supreme Court, the first woman appointed to the high court. Gov. Bennett noted her experience and background while highlighting the historic milestone and McFarland’s qualifications from Washburn and her 1964 law degree.
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Congress urged to scrap welfare system and reform it
HEW Secretary Joseph Califano urged Congress to replace the welfare system with a pro family and pro work program of jobs and income for the poor as part of President Carter's $31.1 billion welfare overhaul. He called the current system intolerable and urged swift reform while Senate and House hearings weigh the plan.
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Beverly Hills Supper Club blaze blamed on safety violations
Kentucky investigators released a comprehensive report faulting owners, the state fire marshal, and local authorities for failing to enforce fire codes at Beverly Hills. The Cabaret Room held about 1,360 while capacity was 536, with 164 dead.
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Dental plates used to identify flood victim
Officials used dental records and belongings to identify Helen Turner a 42 year old Kansas City woman swept into Brush Creek during last weeks flood. Searchers found her body about five miles east of the Country Club Plaza as flood relief centers aid residents with housing food stamps and services. A 15.5 million flood relief bill was expected in the Missouri House to fund state and federal aid and property replacement efforts. Governor Teasdale noted improved cleanup in the hardest hit areas.
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Luray Boy Scout Weather Station Draws Neighborhood Interest
In downtown Luray a blue rock suspended from a tripod forms a playful weather device in a shop window. The sign explains readings for rain wind earthquake snow flood tornado and more. AREA forecast calls for a clear cool night with lows in the 50s and mostly sunny conditions Tuesday.
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Pittsburg man urged to join 5th District race
Pittsburg businessman Don Johnston faces growing GOP support as a nomination bid for Kansas Fifth District gains traction. A committee backing Johnston surfaces and lists backers including Bill Falstad Fredonia Rep Robert Miller and Richard Mellinger Emporia. Johnston hedges on commitment while noting encouragement from organizers. Other potential candidates include Rep Bob Whittaker Rep Rex Crowell and ex Speaker Duane McGill with several other names mentioned as possibilities.
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Tribune raises rates for Chanute readers
The Chanute Tribune announces a 25 cent monthly increase for carrier deliveries, effective October 1, raising Chanute rates from 2.50 to 2.75 per month plus tax. Mail subscriptions rise 1.00 for three months. Stands price stays 15 cents.
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