Two Schools Collapse As Shocks Hit Lar
A devastating earthquake leveled Lar in southern Iran on Sunday killing about 700 and injuring thousands. Rescue teams recovered dozens of children from school debris as officials reported most victims were women and children. Iran pledged quick relief with air drops and tents, while authorities evacuated injured to Shiraz and other cities.
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Pirates Kill Skipper and Steal Boat Off Bahama Island
Two American yachtsmen were attacked by pirates off a Bahama island. Captain Angus Boatwright, 55, was shot and killed after prisoners aboard the Muriel II took the crew’s valuables. The attack occurred near Elbow Cay as the pirates fled toward Cuba with Barbara Table, 18, Alvin Table, 23, and William Lees, 23, aboard. A Coast Guard plane hovered unable to intervene.
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F. J. Scho
Skies to Turn Fair Tuesday
The forecast calls for partly cloudy skies and cooler temperatures tonight with a high near 70 on Tuesday. Rain total for April remains 0.93 inches versus a 2.75 inch average for the first 25 days. daytime highs reached 73 this afternoon while Sunday tied the all time high for the date.
KU Relays and Expo draw about 15000 on campus
A weekend of KU Relays and the Engineering School Exposition drew an estimated 15 000 attendees including alumni parents and students. The 40th expo saw 16 KU departments compete for trophies with Electronics in Modern Medicine winning two awards and Engineering Physics taking the most educational display. Norman Shutler and Bob Hayes named outstanding students and Rear Admiral Pelter spoke at the banquet.
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De Gaulle warns last moment for nuclear disarmament
President Charles de Gaulle told Congress at the White House that the great powers face their last moment to begin nuclear disarmament. He urged progress on German and Berlin issues through improved Soviet Western relations and called for a joint program of economic aid for Asia and Africa. He said Eisenhower Khrushchev and Macmillan cannot solve the East West problem at the summit next month but may set a path forward away from nuclear confrontation.
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Fire Destroys Freight Car Cargo in Transit
A Union Pacific freight car bound for Phoenix was set alight by a dropped cigarette. About half the merchandise valued in the thousands was destroyed as the car was backed to a safer spot for firefighting. remaining items were salvaged. Fire damage to the car was extensive.
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No Report Yet By NCAA Group
Atlanta report notes no action by the NCAA Council expected before 1 p.m. Tuesday with a possible load for Wednesday. Kansas North Carolina and LSU cited as probes in football and basketball recruiting. Infractions committee has urged stern Council action in past cases.
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Stock Market Index Ends Down on 60-Stock Close
The closing average for 60 stocks fell to 211.7, dropping 1.8 points as market activity waned. Investors watched several major issues after a mixed session.
Local Auto Show Declared a Success by Dealers
The Lawrence Auto Show held at the Malls Shopping Center parking lot over Friday to Sunday drew an estimated 5,000 visitors, with dealers like University Ford Sales and Sanders Motors Co praising a steady, beneficial crowd. Weather boosted Sunday attendance while Saturday was down due to clouds. seven cars were sold at the used car auction and a mystery car sale continues with discounts announced in the Journal-World. Participating dealers include Winter Chevrolet, Scotch Rambler, Buddy Gallagher Motors, Jim Clark Motors, Les Morgan Oldsmobile, British Motors, Jayhawk Motors and Parker Buick.
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Chessman Plea Denied By U S Supreme Court
Washington AP The Supreme Court refused an appeal by Cary Chessman, Los Angeles sex terrorist, and denied a stay of execution. The court did not comment on the denial.
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Khrushchev warns on Berlin rights amid East German peace bid
Soviet Premier Khrushchev, speaking in Baku, said Western powers would lose land, water and air access to West Berlin if they sign a separate East German peace treaty. He urged that disarmament be the summit priority and asserted Moscow will act alone if needed.
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Waugh Resigns KU Cage Job for Sales Position
Jerry Waugh, KU assistant basketball coach for four seasons, resigns effective June 30 to take a sales role with Josten's Co., headquartered in Owatonna, Minnesota. He will relocate to Independence, Kansas, with a Southeast Kansas sales territory and high school customers for rings and announcements.
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Weather Outlook for Northeast Kansas Cooler and Clearer
Partly cloudy and cooler tonight with a cool Tuesday. Lows upper 40s, highs near 70. Record highs and rainfall noted, with past readings around 87 in 194? and 68 at 6 p.m. Humidity around 68 percent, morning 99 percent. Temperatures for Tuesday to Saturday forecast to average near seasonal normals, with precipitation about 0.3 inches regionally and a general northwest to southeast temperature gradient.
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