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Newspaper
Lawrence Journal World
Location
Lawrence, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Apr 25, 1966
Page
11
Tornadoes struck Kenedy and Range Texas around 12:45 a.m. injuring three people and leaving 80 homeless. Seven inches of rain drenched Corpus Christi area as northeast Texas floodwaters forced evacuations and caused rail bridges to fail and highway closures.
Stanford University will allow students over 21 to drink in campus residences starting May 10. President Wallace Sterling, acting for the board of trustees, cited self discipline and responsibility to comply with state law as the guiding rationale.
Rexall stores advertise Plenamins at reduced prices across Rexall-Malls with emphasis on value. Limited time offers and store-wide savings highlighted by the retailer.
The Supreme Court was asked to rule on whether taking a blood sample over a suspect’s objection violates due process and the Fourth and Fifth Amendments. Armando Schmercher, convicted of drunken driving, argued the test was an unlawful invasion, while supporters cited modern crime detection needs amid highway fatalities. The justices debated balance between individual rights and police power in evidence collection.
Vice President Hubert H. Humphrey urged victory over poverty disease and despair as a key to peace in Asia. He called for continued help from free nations with men money and resources while resisting aggression and narrowing global wealth gaps.
Application forms for the Cold War GI Bill have been received at Kansas University and can be picked up at the Veterans Service this week. Officials will assist in filling out the forms and applicants should bring copies of their DD 214 separation papers, a marriage license if married, and a birth certificate for one child if there are children.
In New York the closing average for 60 stocks rose to 351.5, up less than one point, indicating a marginal advance for the day. The AP notes a small uptick in overall market activity with varied performances across sectors.
In Saigon and Hanoi regions US and allied forces pressed air campaigns while Communist ground defenses claimed two US F105s. The day saw 245 Viet Cong killed and 20 weapons captured near the Mekong Delta with light Vietnamese casualties. A 100 miles southwest of Saigon a Viet Cong attack left 50 dead. A 100 line summary of air missions and security policy followed as the government announced a 100 member committee for elections in three to five months amid calls for stabilizing the country.
Clothing worn by Ruth Shifrin at her abduction was found by two mushroom seekers on a wooded tract near Bannister road, east edge of Kansas City. The 14 year old girl vanished March 29 and her body was discovered April 1 near Oak Grove Missouri. Shoes purse glasses and scarf remain missing.
Reservations flood KU centennial commencement events as alumni gather in Lawrence June 4 to 6. Dick Wintermote says all living alumni invited with 3 500 out of town visitors. Dinners at the Kansas Union require advance reservations and will honor distinguished guests.
Six accidents were reported over the weekend injuring five persons and causing more than 5 000 dollars in damage. Victor E Hernandez Kansas University junior 21 of 1733 West 24th Street is listed in fair condition at Lawrence Memorial Hospital with injuries from a motorcycle collision with a car driven by Oliver J Samuel 40 of Emporia at 159 p m Saturday at 9th and Iowa Streets. Samuel says he was turning onto 9th Street when Hernandezs cycle struck his car. Hospital officials say Hernandez may have a fractured left leg. Damage totaled 300 dollars to the motorcycle and 250 dollars to the car. Two earlier accidents inflicted heavy damage to several cars but caused no injuries. Jerry W Flynn 18 of 23 East 11th Street collided with Harley Davenport 49 of 921 Kw St in a 9th and Mass Streets crash with 450 dollars damage to Davenport and 500 to Flynn. Station wagon driver Joseph C Burr 66 of Manhattan collided with William P Kritikos 18 of 1800 Engel Road whose car then collided with Edith I Samuels 45 of 1631 Cadet. Damage 500 Burr 150 Kritikos and 10 Samuels. At 351 p m Saturday Leo E O’Keefe Jr 20 of 924 North 3rd Street and Carry R McCoy 50 of 822 Walnut Street collided at 6th and Mass Streets. Passenger Mildred A McCoy 45 was treated and released at LMH for minor injuries. Dam-
Kansas officials say anglers spotted yellow grub parasites in some fish at Douglas County State Lake but meat remains safe to eat. Biologist Roy Schoonover notes grubs are common in new or rehabilitated lakes, advising skinning fish to inspect for meat damage.
The weather bureau reports clear to mostly sunny skies across Lawrence with temperatures in the 70s by 2 pm. No rain is forecast through Tuesday, with light tonight shifting to southerly winds and highs in the mid 80s on Tuesday.
A two week pilot project began Sunday to promote annual Lawrence Beautification Week with anti litter efforts and plantings followed by clean up paint up and fix up activities. Local realtor Robert Harrison chairs the committee assisted by Glenn Kappelman and Mrs. Clark Coan with schools targeting grades three to six and groups including 4 H HDU and Scouts. The city designates May 26 for a spring debris pickup and the effort seeks momentum for future years.
Mostly fair and mild conditions prevail with light tonight becoming moderate southerly winds Tuesday. Low tonight in the upper 40s and Friday's high around the mid 80s. Temperature readings at 4 PM show varied values and dawn to noon patterns. Gene Doane advertises as an insurance agent.
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