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Newspaper
Lawrence Journal World
Location
Lawrence, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Apr 26, 1965
Page
7
Capt. K. C. Lovell, head of naval petroleum reserves, testifies the U S may reach major oil production from shale deposits. He warns against delays and notes industry split between landholding majors slow to push development and others eager to acquire shale lands.
AP report says a 3:55 am explosion and fire leveled Gerald's Jewelry Store on Main Street. Owner Harry Drabkin's body was found among the rubble. nearby Masonic Temple and realty office suffered damage as firefighters battled the blaze. Drabkin had moved to Junction City after World War II and ran another shop in Manhattan.
Pearl Bailey, hospitalized in New York after a heart ailment collapse, said she will resume her singing schedule despite medical advice. Dr. William Maxwell Hitzig praised her and noted oxygen will be available in her care.
In Atlanta more than 1,000 whites marched downtown behind segregationist Lester Maddox amid rain and a smoke bomb attack. Police redirected marchers after the blast as Maddox urged enforcement of constitutional rights and warned of further protests possibly in Washington.
Two Lawrence dentists Dr. John A. Albers and Dr. R. D. Gillahan and Lawrence builder Gene Fritzel begin a 67 unit complex at 3700 Park South Court E Topeka west of St Andrews Presbyterian Church. Plans include indoor pools for each building outdoor pool for all tenants and a mix of one two and studio apartments with 95 percent of subcontracts awarded to Topeka firms completion in six months.
After two and a half years An drew T. Johnson finished building a homemade airplane in his San Francisco basement garage. The craft is mostly homebuilt with a 27 foot wingspan and 19 feet length, powered by a 125 horsepower engine. Johnson says he does not know how to fly and wonders what comes next.
The Supreme Court invalidated major parts of Louisiana’s subversive activities and Communist control laws in a 5 2 decision. It kept sections requiring registration of Communist front members and making it a felony to aid subversive groups. Justice Brennan delivered the ruling with Justice Harlan dissenting.
Evangelist Billy Graham began the Alabama leg of his crusade with a warning to ignore wild rumors. After outdoor revivals and a rain delay, he travels to Tuscaloosa for a University of Alabama stadium event, Auburn and Tuskegee Institute dates to follow. He met with white and Negro ministers in Montgomery to prepare for the revival.
Supreme Court agreed to hear government appeal challenging dismissal of felony charges in the Civil Rights killings of Andrew Goodman Michael Schwerner and James Chaney near Philadelphia Mississippi. Judge Cox had dismissed the federal conspiracy count and three misdemeanor counts against 17 defendants.
In Phnom Penh Cambodian authorities saw a violent anti American demonstration before the U S Embassy. Several thousand protesters shouted slogans and pelted the building with tomatoes and rocks. Windows were broken and a participant climbed to a balcony to tear the Stars and Stripes from the flagstaff. The flag was ripped struck to the ground and trampled amid cheering mobs.
Marcus Nadler, renowned economist and NYU Stern School of Business finance professor, died Saturday at age 69. He authored many books on finance and once headed the Federal Reserve Board's foreign division.
Soprano Mary Curtis-Verna headlined the University Concert Course in the University Theatre. Born in Salem Massachusetts she studied opera in Europe and debuted at Milan's La Scala in 1954 and the Metropolitan Opera in 1956. Her program mixed Schubert Wolf and Verdian arias with Spanish songs and closed with Un bel di. Accompanist Allen Rogers earned praise for polished support. Winter returned to Lawrence but her springlike performance restored warmth and grace to the stage.
Dominican air force planes strafed rebel army positions as Brig. Gen. Elias Wessin y Wessin opposed the return of ex president Juan D. Bosch. Rebels blocked routes to the capital while reports gave no casualty details and Bosch waited in exile in San Juan Puerto Rico for clarity.
Dr Karl Gordon Lark of Kansas State University received the 1965 Eli Lilly award in microbiology and immunology at the American Society for Microbiology meeting in Atlantic City New Jersey. The award honors his work on regulated synthesis of major bacterial cell components. The opening session of the 65th ASM meeting featured the presentation with about 5000 attendees and 800 papers to be discussed. Lark will give the Lilly award address tonight.
In Lovington New Mexico the rain festival opened with teens doing the watusi swim mashed potato and other dances at Courthouse Square. The Philip Whitecloud Indian Dance Troupe followed with traditional rain dances as a backup, and City Manager Wes Allen has a Denver rainmaking firm ready to attempt scientific rainfall if needed.
Lord Hives, longtime Rolls-Royce chairman, died Saturday at age 79. Ernest Walter Hives retired from the chairmanship in 1957 after a long tenure with the firm since 1908.
St Louis AP report says 2% month old Todd Leslie Bennett son of Terry and Mrs. Bennett of Solomon Kansas died of suffocation Sunday night ten minutes after feeding. Mother placed him on a bed at her mother's home in Fenton and found him with head lodged between bed frame and box spring.
Petition filed by Norman Hemphill executor seeks final settlement and distribution of Birdie B Hemp hill estate. Court set hearing for May 18 1965 at 2 00 pm in Lawrence Kansas. Failure to appear may invite judgment.
Auction listing items for sale at 1217 Ks St Lawrence with books furniture rugs lamps and kitchenware. Owner Mrs Edward Dahlene, auctioneers Criss and Skiles contact numbers VI 3 7273 or VI 3 3767. Terms cash. Not responsible for accidents.
Wards Auto Service offers a safety special including front wheel alignment balance brakes check steering hydraulic systems checked for only 10.88 dollars. Service at 729 N H VI 2-1708 charges can be made by credit.
Sparkling white six room Cape Cod near High School and Cordley vouches for Elks district living. Two bedrooms on first floor and a spacious second floor suite suitable for several children. Fire poured concrete basement, attached garage, fenced yard, and two extra air conditioners with attic fan. FHA mortgage with $1900 down and $110 per month, no closing costs except $25 transfer fee. Price 12900 served by Gill Agency Exelus.
Energetic salesman sought to represent distributors of coin-op car wash gear with closing ability and prospecting skills. Transportation furnished. Salary plus commissions. Send resume with age and references to Box D-27 Journal-World. Also listed: newly listed luxury duplex near Hillcrest Shopping Center with 4 rooms, 2-car garage, mahogany living area, birch kitchens, ceramic baths, built-in TV antenna, and sealed garages at 16 500. Shown by Gill Agency, 901 VTenn VI 3-1011.
Black Spanish lace scarf lost Saturday night at Mancini Concert in Allen Fieldhouse. Special gift from father-in-law. If found, call VI 2-4564.
Unclassified ad lists a two level home under construction with 1 960 plus sq ft living area priced at 21 900. Features include family room fireplace two baths storm windows birch kitchen and garage. Also notes rummage sale details and various classified items and services with phone contacts.
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