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Newspaper
Lawrence Journal World
Location
Lawrence, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Apr 29, 1964
Page
1
President Johnson signaled a possible second tax cut a few years down the road if the current cut proves successful in boosting production and revenues. He warned restraint this year and urged business and labor leaders to curb costs and prices while promoting free enterprise.
Princess Irene of the Netherlands and Prince Carlos of Bourbon-Parma wed in Rome's St Mary Major Basilica in a ceremony boycotted by the Dutch royal family and government. Franco did not send a representative as Irene renounced succession rights and aligned with her husband’s Carlist claim to the Spanish throne. The wedding moved to neutral Rome after pressure to avoid a Holland ceremony.
In Chicago on the Hoffa fraud and conspiracy case, one of four jurors, Helen Cooper, was dismissed after declaring an inability to reach a fair verdict. The panel now has three tentatively seated jurors as the trial enters its third day in U.S. District Court.
Generally fair conditions through Thursday with warmer temperatures on Thursday. Tonight’s low around 45 and Thursday highs in the 70s. Daily readings include 4 PM 43 8 PM 10 PM and midnight figures.
Six people were killed when an Army helicopter crashed during a training flight at Fort Campbell Kentucky. The Public Information Office said two crewmen and four passengers were aboard and would be identified after next of kin notifications. A board of officers was convened to investigate the accident.
A playful classified reads Gene Doane invites readers to engage with an advertisement noting potential dividends and mentioning a financial agent. The wording resembles promotion for financial services and investment ideas.
President Johnson told religious leaders supporting the civil rights bill that it will be enacted into law, urging them to awaken America’s conscience. The Georgetown gathering drew over 6,000 church figures from Protestant, Catholic, and Jewish faiths to promote moral action for racial equality.
Bright sunny skies in Lawrence today with temperatures below normal. The U S Weather Bureau in Topeka forecasts fair skies through Thursday with a 45 degree low tonight and highs in the 70s on Thursday.
Washington AP notes University of Chicago scientist Dr Edward Anders warned of a possible asteroid impact on Earth in the distant future. He discussed new calculations showing meteorites originate from ancient asteroid collisions, with most asteroids residing in a belt between Mars and Jupiter.
Chancellor Wescoe outlines a campus plan adding many new bicycle racks and minimal traffic rules. Key features include recessed concrete racks by Alton Thomas, a Lawrence license decal, city ordinances apply on campus, no sidewalk riding, and no parking bicycles in buildings.
Lawrence city commissioners passed amendments to the dog control ordinance increasing impound fees from 1 to 5 dollars for the first day and 1 to 2 dollars for each additional day at the Charles Ise Memorial Animal Shelter. Leash law enforcement is tightened with warnings for loose dogs and possible warrants for repeated offenses. The panel also advanced numerous street resurfacing projects and several local appointments, while designating wards and precincts and establishing signs for traffic regulations.
Assistant Police Chief Jim Collins will become acting chief Friday after Bill Cox’s resignation. City Manager Harold Horn says no permanent replacement will be hired before likely May end, with a screening board to interview candidates and make recommendations. Cox will receive retirement pay of 307.50 monthly while acting chief earns 615 monthly.
Closing figures show the New York stock index at 302.3, down 1.5 points. The report mentions a Completely Air Conditioned caption and references Rumsey Funeral Home in VI 3 Shh Ady.
Four Kansas Democratic candidates Jules Doty J Donald Coffin Joe Henkle and George Hart spoke at a KU Young Democrats meeting on state finances hour wage and attracting industry with Coffin urging frugal fiscal policy and tax relief for corporations Doty proposing liquor by the drink revenue and new taxes as a campaign issue with about 50 attendees in the Kansas Union Forum Room.
Page 5 listing announces a Weekday Noon Luncheon for men at a Little Banquet venue. Price set at 97 cents with daily availability during business hours.
The Lawrence City Commission agreed to a new 20 year gas franchise with Kansas Public Service after study of local rates. The deal raises franchise fees from 2 to 5 percent, with reviews every five years and transfer controls. The plan aims to offset costs with gradual rate increases, potentially boosting city revenue to over 50 thousand dollars annually.
See GAS FRANCHISE, Page and Russell Stover Candies for Mother's Day, Key Rexall. Government listings show ads for gift ideas and drugstore specials. Potential promotions include gas station franchising opportunities and candy selections from Russell Stover for Mother’s Day.
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