Law changes advance in Missouri legislature 1972 bond issue vote likely
The Missouri legislature moved to allow the state to set bond issue sizes at a single time and let voters decide on issuing bonds for sites. The proposal follows Gov Warren Hearnes recommendation and could appear in the 1972 general election or earlier if a special session is called. House also approved measures to speed legislation, allow city incorporation votes, and a compromise on keeping rightmost driving distance on highways, with debate over a fleet width cap and conference review.
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Plans for Black community aid face harsh scrutiny
A fragment from a historical newspaper hints at community plans described as thinly veiled, stirring debate among Black residents and officials. The remark underscores tensions over targeted programs and inclusivity in aid efforts.
Lawmaker cites skullduggery in collector fee bill
State Rep. George W. Parker of Columbia says a pattern of misconduct in the Boone County collector system led to excessive commissions. An audit found Woodrow Wilson retained 348 206 in commissions over four years, prompting Parker to push a bill to cap collector salaries. The measure passed the committee but died before floor action, and Parker vows to reintroduce it at the next session opening.
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Kit) Bond
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Cuba vows retaliation for Cuban fishermen jail terms
Miami AP reports Cuba will try five American sailors from 13 crew on three private U S vessels. Havana denounces the convictions as arbitrary and illegal while noting the men were captured within 10 miles of the Dry Tortugas.
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Senate Passes Federal Aid Proposals Amid Highway Projects
The Senate approved a package under the Federal Firearms Act of 1908 expansion to allow out of state residents in Missouri to buy gums to aid paying rehabilitation costs for those displaced by federal highway projects. The measure, sent to the governor for signature, estimates state costs at $75,000 yearly. Also sent to the governor was a commission bill regarding the state chest and medical care for tuberculosis and other chest diseases, with further actions pending in the House. The day featured passage of bills on narcotics treatment, license plates, and highway-related rules, while Havana Radio reported on US territorial limits and three American boats being held offshore.
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Mormon Church grants Negro a place in choir
Kansas City AP report says Wyvetts Clark the first Negro to win a place in the Mormon Tabernacle Choir states that priesthood restrictions matter less than broader equality. She says Negroes will reach heaven like others and finds peace in the church. She has written a book I Am a Negro.
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Missouri conservation department wins top honors at fair
The Missouri Department of Conservation earned top honors for its information division while Budsee’s syndicated radio program Woody and the Tall Timber Trio was named best home program. Glenn Chambers produced Lemone at the Old Turkey with a second place in its category The department’s exhibit by Bill Steel also took second in the stills category James Keele directed the goose photo series with staff from Webcakice and Texas tying for second and Wyoming fourth
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Woody and the
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Lemone
Old Turkey
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James Keele
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Webcakice
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Wyoming
Jefferson City approves zoning change and subdivision plan
Jefferson City Planning and Zoning Commission endorsed a new zoning district for faster adoption by the City, approved a preliminary plat for Vieth Subdivision subject to Public Works, and backed rezoning property to highway commercial. The transportation plan would enhance downtown traffic, says City Works Director Ed Reckers.
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Vieth
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Iemecbelt Transportation
Ame Gmerbel Wood
Tt Concioles
Trafic
Ed Reckers
YMCA Colfize House Oper Saturday Coffee House
The YMCA will host a Saturday coffee house for teens at the center on Best High. Candlelight music and dancing will set the evening mood with free admission and refreshments available.
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