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Newspaper
Lawrence Journal World
Location
Lawrence, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Aug 02, 1963
Page
1
President Kennedy acknowledged the political cost of backing civil rights but pledged to press ahead. He called the race issue a national crisis and warned both parties will seek equality of opportunity for all citizens. He criticized fringe Negro demonstrations as self-defeating and urged continued biracial, broad-based action.
The Baldwin Community Band will present a concert titled Music over the World at 7 30 p m Saturday in the amphitheater south of Rice Auditorium Baldwin Seating capacity is 200 and cars may park for outdoor listening The program includes classical and show tunes with both adult and Baldwin High School Band members participating Reflects the summer band program and director Don Farthing's involvement
Joseph Farland resigns as U S ambassador to Panama in a dispute with Alliance for Progress Agency officials. He cites glaring defects in the aid program in a letter to Deputy Under Secretary Crockett dated July 25 and says he informed President Kennedy, noting stepping on a few toes.
City Manager Harold Horn announced purchase of four Clinton Park adjoining lots from Georgia Hess for 12500 dollars. The parcels west of the park include a house to be moved and three vacant lots. A concession stand at the pavilion will be torn out this fall to allow picnics in rainy weather.
Notice to Eagle Members announces a nomination and election for the office of Trustee at the regular meeting on Monday August 5 at 6 00 p m.
Harry Winters, Route, to be installed as the new Chef-de-Gare at the August meeting of the honorary Legion organization. Outgoing chef Ed Carleton. Winters is a World War II Navy veteran. Elected alongside him at the July gathering at the Little Banquet were Bill Taggart Chef-de-Train Ted Davis Commissaire Intendant Glen Reed Conducteur Rt Rev George Towle Aumonier Charles Mille Garde-da LaPorte Clif Davis Lampiste Delbert Richardson Commis Voyageur George Starkey Lynn Brien Cheminot.
At Sycamore Hollow near Lawrence the Midwest Sunbathing Association named new officers. Growth in the region reached 4 percent to 1100 members, while the Sycamore Hollow Club rose 130 percent with 100 local families. The convention will host athletic events and a king and queen contest with a dance and movies scheduled tonight.
A Garden City Kansas couple Wilfred Eugene Pickens and Brenda Joyce Pickens were jailed on charges of obtaining money by deceit after police found 5221 Mexican copper centavo coins and 288.75 in U S currency in their possession near Gardner. They allegedly used the coins in a coin changer at a Gardner laundry to cheat for change. The coins could have yielded 1305 25 in change if fully utilized. The couple claimed to have found the coins at a roadside park near Wichita. Two bags bore bank markings El Paso Texas and Garden City. Their two children aged 3 and 13 months were placed in foster care.
Kansas University proves a new Centrex telephone system with the first call from Gov. John Anderson to Chancellor W. Clarke Wescoe. The upgrade ends overloaded lines, replaces campus three digit extensions with UNiversity 4 numbers, and directs direct dialing after rollout. Directories listing student and staff numbers will be printed this fall.
The Soviet Union offered India ground to air missiles and related equipment to bolster its armed forces long term. India’s weapons mission tentatively accepted the package while cabinet approval and financial terms remain. The offer carries no country ban on use, implying possible deployment against China if needed.
Courthouse square hosts a carnival with rides and side shows while a Pee Wee baseball game at 6 p.m. and wrestling at 8 p.m. feature Jose Ramirez and Rock Hunter in opening tag matches. A first aid bus on display aids disaster areas during the reunion.
The emperor of Japan continues to serve as constitutional monarch under the postwar 1947 constitution, maintaining a symbolic role while the government operates under democratic framework.
Dr Stephen Ward remains unconscious in St Stephen’s Hospital after a massive drug overdose and bronchial pneumonia. A nurse and friend warned of impending death while Ward faced conviction for living off prostitution linked to Christine Keeler and Mandy Rice-Davies.
Twenty one soldiers were struck down by an automobile as they marched along a road at Fort Dix New Jersey. Fifteen were admitted to Watson Army Hospital with fractures and other injuries. The driver Pfc Robert C Keyser a Reservist from Toms River was being questioned by military police and apparently failed to yield the right of way.
Clarence Nason, 55, was bitten by an alligator while fishing in Delray Beach Florida. He received treatment at Bethesda Hospital for severe left shoulder wounds confirmed as inflicted by the animal. The incident was believed sparked by the dog with Nason.
The Department of Health, Education and Welfare studied 263 welfare cases in Kansas at a cost of $35,208 with only one overpayment found. State Welfare Director Marvin Larson cited an ineligible boy who earned wages after starting work as the sole overpayment.
The NAACP asked Attorney General Ferguson to file civil rights charges against the Kansas City Kansas School Board alleging racial discrimination in hiring across the district including teachers principals and library staff. The board rejects discrimination claims noting 250 Negro employees across administration and schools and maintaining no discriminatory policy.
Richards-Gebaur marks its tenth anniversary with a statewide event lineup. The Thunderbirds fly in from Nevada, a Grand Prix brings ~80 drivers, Gemini two man craft and Mercury capsules arrive from St Louis, and the Marine Parachute Team travels from Cherry Point NC. The celebration spans Friday to Sunday with distinct programs each day.
In Chicago's Englewood area racial protests continued for a fourth night as white residents opposed the settlement of three Negro families. Police arrested over 100 demonstrators, including 20 juveniles, amid brick throwing, damaged cars, and clashes near Morgan Street. CORE protest targeted mobile classroom sites while a biracial committee sought a resolution.
William Houk stepson of New York Yankees manager Ralph Houk received a two year probation in Kansas City after pleading guilty to involvement in moving a stolen car from California to Missouri. The 20 year old was admonished by Judge Floyd R. Gibson to change his path or risk a life of trouble. He had earlier faced six months probation for an attempted car theft in St Petersburg Florida.
Hong Kong AP report on 32 year old Korean War turncoat Lowell D Skinner of Akron Ohio who refused repatriation in 1953 arriving in Hong Kong and saying anti Russian feeling is stronger in Red China than anti American sentiment He cites withdrawal of Soviet aid as crippling for Chinese Communists and criticizes lack of freedom and low living standards while noting his experience learning Chinese and desire to see a great country.
President Kennedy signaled possible legal action against the 58 to 59 U S students who visited Cuba led by Levi Laub of Columbia University. He said passports may be lifted upon their return to deter future travel and noted other steps against nonstudents who are communists. The trip, paid in cash by the Cuban government, followed warnings about penalties for visiting Cuba.
Kansas City authorities report a 27 year old man who claimed to be an California prison escapee was arrested at the Kansas Turnpike after a chase. He drove a stolen 1952 Chrysler from Lawrence and wrecked in a ditch while reaching for a shotgun. He was jailed in Wyandotte County pending verification of his story.
The Rumsey Funeral Home celebrates almost five decades serving the community. Staff reflect on years of care and dedication while continuing to provide arrangements and support to grieving families.
Lawrence Douglas County Red Cross office in the Community Building will receive money for Skopje Yugoslavia. Funds go to National headquarters then International Red Cross for medicine rehabilitation food and shelter in the stricken area.
Mr. and Mrs. J. H. Vestal Jr and Sr and Morton Kent thank friends, neighbors, and relatives for prayers, flowers, and cards after the loss of their baby twin daughter and sister. John Schopper also thanks friends and neighbors for prayers and well wishes for recovery.
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