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Newspaper
Lawrence Journal World
Location
Lawrence, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Aug 09, 1973
Page
3
In Troy Kansas a shooting near a baseball diamond left a youth wounded after reaching into the assailant's yard. Authorities say a Doniphan County resident fired at the boy and fled, with nearly a dozen officers converging on the home in a barricade.
The Kansas State Board of Education denied two petitions for land transfers from Burrton Unified School District 369, a move hailed by about 50 Burrton patrons as saving their school. The action follows prior approvals transferring Burrton land to Haven USD 312 and Andale USD 267, while a Burrton USD 440 proposal was rejected.
Deer poaching rose 60 percent in the first half of 1973 with 435 illegal kills, up from 269, as high meat prices drive incentives. Texas and Pennsylvania report the worst outbreaks. officials urge tougher enforcement and public reporting of violations.
An American balloonist attempting a transatlantic crossing from Maine was rescued 45 miles northeast of Newfoundland after ditching in rough Atlantic waters. Bob Sparks, 37, was taken aboard the Canadian Coast Guard vessel Sir Humphrey Gilbert in good condition.
Miami police say Harold Earl Stuart, 21, opened fire on officers after a reported robbery attempt. He exchanged shots with three officers, fled to Gesu Catholic Church steps, and killed himself with a single gunshot. He was on probation from an 18 month sentence for a 1970 burglary conviction.
Kit Con All Crafts & Services offers building remodeling and repair work including baths additions masonry and roofing services with contact at 842 7021.
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