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Newspaper
Lawrence Journal World
Location
Lawrence, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Dec 11, 1962
Page
8
A three year slump for Frank Benkovic, a 45 year bowler with a 2259 all events record, ends as a minor flaw in his four step footwork is corrected. He began stepping left with his right foot to align the swing, producing renewed strikes including 700s and a 300.
Classified listings announce bids for Wakarusa bank brush removal in four districts with bonds and bid rights reserved. Probate notices seek heirs for Lydia Schutz and Michael Schutz estates with hearings and final settlements in Douglas County Court, Lawrence. Numerous real estate rentals, sales, and used car ads follow, plus local auctions and services in 1962 Lawrence.
Blue Cross Blue Shield enrollment now open with information via VI 3 8383 in Lawrence. Sewing machine adjustments and oiling offered for 1 99 for two weeks, call VI 2 8223.
Deer caused 11 of 41 Turnpike accidents in November, five times the usual, with 11 deer killed. Chief engineer L W Newcomer noted deer leap the fence and mating season drives movements, while overall incidents declined from peak.
Larry Neal Cole a Jetmore freshman at Kansas University reported to campus police that his wrist watch valued at 150 dollars was taken Saturday while he was playing basketball at Robinson gym, brewing a campus theft case.
Adult ostriches reach as much as 300 pounds and graze much like horses, consuming large amounts of food.
Los Angeles report says 31-year-old Howard W. Addison fled Chino Institution for Men after a guard left to fetch his new artificial leg. Addison, jailed for bad check passing in San Diego County, was taken to an limb shop last Friday and walked out the back door, leaving staff puzzled.
President and Mrs Kennedy will vacation at Col Capton Michael Paul’s Palm Beach estate for Christmas and New Year. The White House confirmed the Kennedys will fly there this weekend, with Mr Kennedy coming from a Nassau meeting with Prime Minister Macmillan. A slight sniffle was noted but did not alter the president’s schedule.
The Defense Department announced a February draft quota of 4,000 men to be assigned to the Army. Higher calls likely begin in March. The Navy Air Force and Marine Corps again do not plan to use selective service.
The piece argues that Lawrence faces a critical transition as it shifts from a frontier town to a city It warns that urban expansion risks eroding personal feeling and community cohesion while urging active public dialogue and action to shape a humane future for Lawrence and its children The author notes visible signs of modernization and calls for urgent civic engagement to avoid apathy and urban neglect.
AP movie review calls Days of Wine and Roses a stark temperance tract with strong performances by Jack Lemmon and Lee Remick. Lemmon’s fall into alcoholism is portrayed with graphic intensity including detox scenes and a flower-filled hothouse wreck. Remick’s restrained, naturalistic portrayal anchors the tragedy as a modern couple sinks into a drink-soaked life.
Kansas University Sigma Xi chapter will host a public meeting at 8 p.m. Thursday in Bailey Hall Auditorium to discuss the pesticide wildlife problem. Four experts will speak including KU faculty Dr. Robert E. Beer entomologist Dr. Richard Johnston ornithologist and Dr. Matthias P. Mertes pharmaceutical chemist with Dr. Ralph R. Reed moderating. The discussion follows concerns raised by Rachel Carson about poisonous insecticides upsetting natural balance and potential residual effects on humans.
Jefferson County joins Jackson and Crawford as Kansas test counties in a rural development program. Forty-one counties in 13 states were selected for the cropland conversion tests. In 1963 eligible farmers will receive cost sharing technical and credit help to convert crop land to grass trees water storage wildlife habitat and outdoor recreation income.
The Board of Commissioners of the City of Lawrence will receive bids at City Hall to 3 p.m. December 18, 1962, on two cars for the Police Department. Specifications and bid forms may be received from Mike Jones, City Purchasing Agent. H. C. Fisher, City Clerk.
Dairymen are invited to a complete dispersal and general farm sale at Kidd and Larsen Ole Farms on Saturday December 15 at 10 am. The event features 231 head of cattle including 165 young cows and 73 fat calf heifers, plus 114 fresh and heavy springers, all AB S bred for top production and health. Auction includes farm machinery hogs feed and a 12 unit Conde dairy barn with three modern homes on prime land. Information from Donald J Bowman auctioneer and sales manager in Hamilton Missouri.
For sale by Associated Realty call VI 3 1000 after 6 pm write ad. Now building 4 bedroom 3 bath home in choice 8W with mahogany kitchen fireplace family room basement 3 car carport and more. Garage sale at 1125 Westhills Park Way Lat Dec 15 9 am to 6 pm.
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