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Newspaper
Lawrence Journal World
Location
Lawrence, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Dec 12, 1970
Page
8
Saigon tightens security as fifty extra South Vietnamese policemen guard the U.S. Embassy amid rumors of new demonstrations over the fatal shooting of a student by an American soldier. Buddhist protests and Qui Nhon rioting prompt curfews and a low profile for Americans.
On campus a bombing described as pathological by CHALMERS disrupted safety plans and delayed examinations but caused no serious injuries. Three undercover agents began on campus to enforce new badge rules. Summerfield Hall houses the computing center, which remained operational after the blast and will be inspected. Overbrook resident Howard R. Long, 90, died, with services scheduled in Overbrook United Methodist Church.
Firefighters responded to a Delta Tau Delta fraternity house blaze at 1111 W 11th causing about 600 dollars in damages to structure and contents. Earlier a mattress fire at 1734 Engel Road was already out when crew arrived. cause undetermined with about 100 dollars damage. Fire calls occurred Friday morning.
An anonymous caller warned of a bomb at KU's computing center at 10 57 p m. The blast at 11 p m rocked the campus, injuring three people Vernon Breit Mrs Duster and Harrison as crews searched debris. FBI offered help but local agencies led the investigation.
Mrs Stella Hawkins Gallup 85 of 729 Mass died Friday at Samaritan Lodge Rest Home. Born December 29 1884 in Marshall County she lived in Lawrence since 1951 and belonged to the First Presbyterian Church and the Mercreds Club. Graduate Kansas State College 1909. Survivors include daughter Miss Alice C Gallup son Alfred F Gallup two brothers two sisters and two granddaughters. Memorials to First Presbyterian Church.
Lawrence police logged two thefts on Friday. Gary Harbin reported his locked car broken into between Thursday night and 8 am Friday with $125 of stereo equipment and tapes stolen. Rick Hughey said clothing valued at $117 was taken from his fraternity room on Sunday.
The reports compare a Friday night blast at Kansas University's Summerfield Hall with a previous Wisconsin blast that killed graduate student Robert Fassnacht. In Wisconsin a warning came minutes before the explosion and three others were hurt.
Three people, Brett Harrison, Breit, and Mrs. Duster, were injured when a bomb exploded near a stairwell after doors were forced open. Harrison and Mrs. Duster suffered ruptured eardrums, while Breit sustained head wounds and a arm injury. They were hospitalized and a suspect motive described as a twisted mind.
Notice announces sealed bids for vehicle tow away services due December 15 1970 at City Offices 610 Massachusetts Lawrence Kansas Bids may be obtained from City Clerk Vera Mercer. Also mentions probate matter for Clare Burteh deceased with executor appointment December 1970 and creditor notice.
Heirs devisees and legatees are notified to exhibit all demands against the estate within nine months from the first publication date or be barred. Executor Jaedieke oversees the estate of Clare Gurteh, deceased, with Arn Mullins Unruh Kuhn serving as attorneys for the executor at RR Garvey Building Wichita Kansas 67202.
Listings note a Douglas County Kansas District Court quiet title suit by Clarence Miller and Evelyn Miller against multiple defendants over real property on Tennessee Street in Lawrence. Also a Douglas County Probate Court descent hearing for Grace W. Adams with December 22 deadline for defenses. Additional notices include a livestock and auction listing with owners Dennis Reynolds and Hays Brothers Auction Service and various holiday ads from local merchants.
A cluttered classifieds page lists items including a wire haired terrier for $25, various recliners from $49, chain saws and tools, dishwashers, a flute and organ for sale, furniture refinishing services, and several real estate offers. Found are contact numbers and references to stores like HH & HH Furniture, Jones Tarn Johns & Rent-Al, and McGraw Real Estate, with prices, features, and locations in Massachusetts and Kentucky.
Auction of personal property at 2nd and Delaware DeSoto with two living room suites and dining sets plus appliances. Sale includes rugs tables lamps beds dishes and miscellaneous items. Cash terms and not responsible for accidents. Administrator John Hillman Auctioneer ES2N DeSoto State Bank Clerk.
Auction to be held Sunday December 18 at Poco SWM location 2 miles east of Baldwin on north side signs posted. Items include chrome dinette set and table, bedroom suite, two recliners, Silvertone Console TV, GE console, Speed Queen wringer washer, brown hide-a-bed and chair, wood stove, aluminum lounge chairs, Ashley wood heater, stone jars, antique brackets, window fans, mixed firewood, chicken wire.
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