Kansas Gas Shortages Highlight Tax Debate
An Associated Press survey shows Kansas produces about 900 billion cubic feet of gas yearly with roughly half shipped out of state. In 1971 production was 894.45 and 1970 was 904.40 billion cubic feet. About 600 billion are used in Kansas, leaving about 1650 billion imported mainly from Oklahoma and Texas. Kansas lacks severance taxes while neighboring states levy them, underscoring the tax policy dispute as shortages loom.
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Associated Press
Kansas
Denver
Minneapolis
Detroit
Pittsburgh
Oklahoma
Texas
University of Kansas Faces Parking Meter Debate on Mt Oread
An author argues against placing parking meters along Jayhawk Boulevard on Mt Oread, stressing campus beauty, quality design, and the risk of mediocrity. The essay notes a kite and yo-yo revival, with kite sales reaching 400 to 500 million, reflecting broader cultural trends.
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University of Kansas
Mt. Oread
Jayhawk
Jayhawk Boulevard
Housing Market Looking Good
New York seeks upbeat housing outlook as a Michigan survey shows 49 percent of buyers optimistic. Lenders offer 95 percent mortgages up to 30000, with rates around 7 to 8 percent and high savings rates. Starts hit a February record of 2.68 million, aided by mild winter and regulatory adjustments poised to sustain lending.
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New York
University of Michigan
Savings and Loan Associations
Annexation Debate Highlights Lawrence Growth and Policy
Letters from J. Stoneback lay out why Lawrence seeks to annex 1780 acres citing past growth from 5336 to 11620 acres since 1960, impact on taxes, services and K P L plant inclusion. He details perimeter annexation methods, resident groups, and concessions offered, plus parties backing the move and election mechanics.
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Lawrence
Return of the Kite Fad Sparks Nostalgia and New Designs
Readers recall homemade boxes and new forms like bat, airplane, rocket, and bird kites. Adventures include dogfights, string-sawing duels, and kite messages while dangers loom from trees and poles. The piece notes a revival of carefree kite fun and a nod to past heyday excitement.
Lawrence and KU history notes from 1962 1947 and 1932 items
A compact digest of archived items from Lawrence history: 1962 guards discuss Pentagon plans on 35th Division. 11th annual Douglas County Science Fair opens. Edward Howard resigns as city librarian to take Evansville post. 1947 KU Sunnyside housing population. Robert Taft elected Kansas Academy of Science editor. Kaw River level rising after rains. 1932 Hobby Fair planned. Eudora bank cashier Corey dies. a Biblical prayer ends with a concluding verse shown.
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Lawrence National Guard
Pentagon
35Th Army
Edward Howard
Evansville
Ind
Sunnyside
Mt. Oread
Summerfield
Malott Hall
Robert Taft
Kansas Academy of Science
Kansas
Mass
S. E. Corey
Eudora Bank
Kansas City
Inside job blasts spark from forgotten car shells on I 70 trip
David Smith and his family heard gunshots on Interstate 70 near WaKeeney Kansas. Three .270 shells in the trunk overheated by the car’s muffler allegedly exploded. A shell casing was found in the trunk and four other live rounds were discarded. No serious damage reported. The second item notes Humphrey telling Californians he would pick Edward Kennedy as running mate if nominated in 1972.
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Lawrence Journal-World
Kansas Power and Light
Hutchinson, Kan
Hutchinson
Colorado
WaKeeney
Kan
David Smith
Colorado Springs
Smith
Anna
Michael
Milwaukee
Hubert H. Humphrey
D-Minn
Sacramento
Calif
Edward M. Kennedy
D-Mass
Pancake Day thanks and call to participate in caucus vote
Letter thanks readers for support of Pancake Day and highlights changes to Democratic Party rules allowing registered Democrats and Independents in Kansas to participate in delegate selection for the Democratic National Convention. Details include caucus location and time on Saturday April 8 at 2 p.m. and contact with the County Clerk.
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Chicago
Democratic Party
Douglas County
Walter Cragen
Pinckney
6Th St
Art Heck
Ray Ice
Lawrence High School
19Th
J. Stoneback
3Rd Dist
McGovern Commission
Kansas
Pinckney School
County
Byron Edmondson
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Commission
Journal-World
Miller Acres
Wells Acres
Goodrich
Packer Plastics
Kresge
Lawrence Paper Company
Kansas Power and Light Company
Kansas Power and Light Generating Facility
Corporation Commission
Kansas Corporation Commission
Jack Rose
Lawrence City Commission
John Emick
Charles Fisher
Nancy Hambleton
J. R. Pulliam
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Dorsey
Liberty Post
the American Legion
Wayne Strong
Old Home Town
Timothy
God
Hhh
California
Humphrey
Kennedy
Eri
Hoffa
Legion
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