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Newspaper
Lawrence Journal World
Location
Lawrence, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Feb 07, 1978
Page
6
In San Francisco Chinatown the Year of the Horse is welcomed with cautious optimism five months after masked gunmen killed five and wounded 11 at the Golden Dragon restaurant. No arrests have been made, but shopkeepers and vendors report steady business on the eve of Tet.
Washington AP reports the proposal to add 145 federal judges judgeships draws sharp debate over necessity and selection. supporters cite overburdened courts while critics push merit selection and question the bill's size and patronage links amid calls for investigation.
Former budget chief Bert Lance remains a familiar, well-connected figure at the Carter White House. He continues to advise on policy and appointments despite a federal grand jury probe and SEC review while pursuing private business and a TV commentary role. His access and influence draw scrutiny as he travels, hosts, and leverages friendships with Carter aides and financial leaders.
The KU Naval ROTC rifle team finished third at the Sixth Annual Mardi Gras Invitational in New Orleans with 982 of 1200 points. High scorer was Michael Miller of Littleton Colorado with 260. Other competitors included Notre Dame West Virginia Florida Oklahoma Iowa State and Auburn.
Lecompton City Council votes to gauge interest in joining a proposed rural water district between Lawrence and Lecompton. An engineering study and city option analysis are planned, with potential water bill increases if joining. Council also moves to set a $50 water deposit and to seal meters at vacant homes. Bertolt Brecht’s exile and return noted.
Senator James B. Pearson placed a statement in the Congressional Record endorsing ratification of the Panama Canal treaties. He argued the United States must not dictate foreign governments, urged debate leading to ratification, and said the new pacts would improve defense, operation, and U.S. standing in Latin America.
City of Lawrence Kansas invites bids for window retrofit at the Lawrence Public Library 707 Vermont with bid opening February 23 1978 at 1 30 p m in City Hall Bid documents available from Peters Williams Kubota Architects for 50 deposit refundable if plans returned in good condition within ten days after bid opening Submittal requires five percent bid bond and performance payment bonds owner may reject any bids and waives informalities
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