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Lawrence Journal World

Location

Lawrence, Kansas, United States of America

Date

Aug 13, 1963

Page

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Aeneas Hero Theme Highlighted at ICL Classical Meet

The International Classical League hosts a bustling opening with band and chorus performances and awards for the Olympic Games and costume contest. University and state officials, plus JCL and SCL officers, are introduced as faculty-led career groups meet for day one activities.

ICL Tom Jones John F. Latimer Washington, D.C American Classical League Paul R. Shanahan Kansas Rusty Springer Lawrence Austin Lashbrook Sara Fry Ellinwood Junior Classical League Senior Classical League JCL Jones Caro! Harrell Chickasha Okla Mildred Knape Waco Tex Jim Herald Pittsburgh William A. Himmelsbach Jr LaCrosse Wis Olene Harris Henderson Charleston S.C Belle Gould Jessie Chambers Jackson Mich Rhea Miller Albuquerque N. Mex Hazel Hayley Okmulgee M. D. LaFountain Trenton N.J Gordon Beck Marcia Stitt John S. McNown Susan Carey Ambrose Saricks Janie Taylor Elmer Beth Sue Ballantine William A. Kelly Marcia Richardson John Chapman Tom Roth Vergie Flakus Russell Wiley Marlene Meyer

Congolese Rioters Free Prisoners After Jail Attack

Rioting Congolese workmen storm Brazzaville jail to free inmates after police clash. Gunfire killed at least five and wounded several as union officials were arrested, prompting a chaotic outbreak with explosions and lingering fears of more violence.

Brazzaville, Congo Brazzaville

Mental health facility debate cites geography and demand

Dr Schroeder notes day hospitals prove value but not essential locally. Panelists say Lawrence uses Kansas City or Topeka for care. exotic facilities not critical. Dr Lee warns expansion could occur if Kennedy proposals entice funding. next meeting to cover retardation alcohol and juvenile delinquency. County Commissioner Harvey Booth will lead discussion.

Schroeder Binns Johnson Lawrence Kansas City Topeka Lee Kennedy Harvey Booth

East German Border Crisis Escapes and Clashes

At the wall security personnel killed, at least 12 wounded by gunfire, and over 1,500 arrests observed. East German guards fired tear gas grenades into West Berlin. Two Communist guards were shot dead as escapes continued with tunnels, cars, trucks, and even an armored vehicle aiding refugees.

West Berlin

Police Discover Bandit Hideout

Scotland Yard reports the gang tied to the Glasgow to London mail train robbery used Leatherslade Farm at Oakley as a hideout. Police found a truck two army style vehicles and a stocked brick farmhouse with blacked out windows and food supplies. No loot was recovered and investigators extended searches after confirming the robbers left about three days earlier.

London Scotland Yard Leatherslade Farm Oakley Glasgow Brick Farm

Memorial Hospital Dismissals List Personal Names and Addresses

A memorial hospital discharge roundup lists numerous individuals by name and street address across multiple routes and roads. The document also notes dismissals including babies born and family members alongside repeated entries for Mrs. and Mr. titles with varied locations such as Bald win Wil liamstown Stouffer Place and Emerald Dr.

Officers Chosen By Classics Body Meeting on Hill

John F Latimer of George Washington University was reelected president of the American Classical League at its three day annual conference ending Saturday at Kansas University. Other officers include Lillian B Lawler Estella Kyne Lois A Larson and Sister Maria Thecla with new election for Sister Thecla.

John F. Latimer George Washington University Washington, D. C American Classical League Kansas University Lillian B. Lawler Iowa University Iowa City Iowa Estella Kyne Wenatchee Wash Lois A. Larson York Community High School Elmhurst Maria Thecla Sacred Heart High School Pittsburgh M. Thecla

Lawrence City Bonds Bid Low by Stockyards Bank

At a special morning meeting the City Commission accepted bids on 360000 in general obligation bonds for 1962 63 construction. Stockyards National Bank of Wichita offered the low rate at 2.58 percent, yielding a total interest cost of 52170 and maturity in 1973.

Stockyards National Bank of Wichita

City Officials Meet Chamber of Commerce Board at Luncheon

City officials and Lawrence Chamber of Commerce directors met at the Eldridge Hotel lunch session to discuss future industrial development. Attendees included City Manager Harold Horn City Attorney Charles Stough and city commissioners.

Lawrence Chamber of Commerce Board of Directors Lawrence Eldridge Hotel Harold Horn Charles Stough

One Hurt in Accident Involving Six Sts Cars

Florine Alexander age 38 of Route 4 sustained minor injuries in a two car crash at 5 10 PM Monday at Sith and N J Sts. She drove a car with 400 dollars damage while Helen Tankersley 47 of 1324 N J St reported 350 dollars damage. Alexander was the only injured party and was treated at Lawrence Memorial Hospital.

Florine Alexander Route 4 Sith N. J. Sts

Local firm begins daily penalties over Pioneer Ridge project

Penny Construction Company started paying 50 dollars per day in city penalties for missing the August 10 completion date in the Pioneer Ridge addition project. The area lies northwest of town, near Iowa Street and U.S. 40, with six streets totaling one block partly paved. Penny sought a 90 day extension on July 20, which was denied. The firm advances on other city paving, including Fraternity Place streets and Vermont Street, while sewer completion by Kansas Construction in Fraternity Place is near.

Penny Construction Company Pioneer Ridge Iowa Street U.S. 40 Penny Schwarz Road Pioneer Road Homestead Drive Lawrence Avenue Trail Road Fireside Drive Stanley Penny City Commission Stewart Avenue Canterbury Lane Fraternity Place Vermont Street 23Rd Kansas North Park Street Massachusetts New Hampshire

City Park­ing Lot Undergoes First Phase of Redevelopment

Work on the 800 block of Vermont Street moves forward with the removal of the first three buildings. Crews will clear two gas tanks and a cement slab, then graveled lots for parking with completion targeted by early September. Bowman Radio has a five year lease. Montgomery Ward buildings are under option expected to vacate in early 1964.

Vermont St Vermont Bowman Radio and Television Service Vt. St City Bowman Montgomery Ward

U S Nuclear Forces Show Clear Edge Over Soviets

An assessment cites U S ballistic missiles and SAC bombers on alert, detailing 500 plus missiles with plans to exceed 1 700 by 1966, and comparing Soviet forces as fewer bombers and shorter ranged missiles, with Polaris viewed as superior.

Soviet Union U.S Atlas Titan Strategic Air Command SAC North America

Buddhist Novice Self Immolates in Viet Nam Protest

A 17 year old Buddhist novice Thich Thanh Tuc burned himself to death near Hue in protest against the Diem government. The act marked the third Buddhist suicide by fire, amid rising tensions with Buddhist leaders who denounced persecution.

Viet Nam Saigon Ngo Dien Diem Thich Thanh Tuc Hue Mai Tuyet An

Court Docket Of Various Traffic Violations

In the court records Michael Davenport aged 17 of 835 Lyons faces speeding charges. Joyce Mullenix aged 34 of 1603 W 21st cited for stop sign violation. Cheryl Reetz at 917 Ala and Donald Barta at 1955 Miller face separate infractions. William White aged 22 of Holton cited for speeding. Gerald Thompson aged 20 of 227 N 8th charged with speeding and no driver license.

Michael Davenport Lyons Joyce Mullenix Louella Street Cheryl Reetz Donald Barta Miller William White Holton Gerald Thompson

Vandalism Report In Clinton Cars Slashed

Clinton sheriff's officers investigated a vandalism incident nine miles southwest of Lawrence on Monday evening. Seven tires across five cars were slit with punctures from a quarter to a half inch. Owners included Louie Holcom Route 5 Richard Bryan 1345 Prospect Ave and Elvin Herschell Clinton. Alvin Harrell Route 2 Richland filed the report.

Clinton Lawrence Louie Holcom Route 5 Richard Bryan Prospect Ave Elvin Herschell Alvin Harrell Route 2 Richland

Chrysler bets $125 million on bigger 1964 gains

Chrysler Corp. says it has spent $125 million preparing its 1964 line in a push to win a larger share of the auto market. President Lynn A. Townsend outlined plans to 300 reporters, previewing Dodge cars and trucks today with more Chrysler lines to be shown Wednesday. Details were held for fall announcements.

San Francisco Chrysler Corp Chrysler Lynn A. Townsend United States Canada Dodge Townsend

Kefauver Rites Held in Madisonville Tennessee

Public figures from across the United States attended the flag draped funeral of Sen Estes Kefauver in Madisonville Tennessee The body arrived by military plane and lay in state at the First Baptist Church in the Smoky Mountain town His coonskin cap and handshake were noted as nationwide symbols of his persona

Madisonville Tenn Estes Kefauver Baptist Church United States East Tennessee Tennessean Washington Knoxville First Baptist Church Great Smoky Mountains

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