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Newspaper
Lawrence Journal World
Location
Lawrence, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Feb 10, 1968
Page
7
Washington officials expect a second Viet Cong offensive in South Vietnam after a costly initial drive. They cite 25 000 killed and 5 000 captured, no provincial capitals held, no uprisings, and no defections among South Vietnamese units. Ha Noi may be mistaken about rising insurgency.
U S war planes raid Haiphong area for first time in a month as President Johnson’s bombing restraint is reassessed. Rusk says peace probe ends after a major Communist offensive. Marines in Hue report convoy arrival and Saigon fighting continues with significant U S and allied casualties.
Kansas University hosts the 100th birthday observances with William L. White and Mark Ethridge as honored guests. Ethridge delivers the 19th annual White Lecture. White will speak on his father during a luncheon. Events include foundation trustees meeting and student chapter dinners.
A chilly weekend is forecast with highs in the low 30s and overnight lows in the mid teens. Easterly winds 10 to 15 mph will make it feel colder, with partly cloudy skies and a less than 10 percent chance of precipitation tonight and Sunday. The cold air is from Arctic origins over the northeast part of the state, with mornings around 21 degrees at KU and teens downtown.
Senator J W Fulbright asks Secretary of State Dean Rusk for a report on rumors the United States would use tactical nuclear weapons if Viet Nam forces suffer reverses. Fulbright voices deep concern amid questions about a major Khe Sanh battle and a White House denial regarding authority to use such weapons.
Seoul reports that after a five day private meeting between U S and North Korea at Panmunjom, hopes grow for the Pueblo crew release. Talks lasted three hours amid speculation of final procedural matters for the dead and injured crewmen and U S reassurance on military action.
Gov. Nelson A. Rockefeller urges a peaceful resolution to New York City sanitation strike without National Guard deployment. He accuses Mayor Lindsay of breach of position as 80 000 tons of rotting garbage pile up and health and fire hazards rise, while talks continue.
Douglas County Commissioners plan to contact property owners adjacent to the Courthouse about land purchases for future expansion. The move follows a Friday vote 2-1 amid debate on building plans and a 1968 building fund levy.
Gene Doane advertises motorcycle insurance services at 824 Mass Street in this county page note. The listing highlights contact and location details for insurance inquiries.
A marker for William Allen White was unveiled in Emporia marking the 100th anniversary of his birth. Rolla Clymer praised White as a dominant figure whose influence endures across Kansas and the nation. The ceremony opened a year of commemorations by the Kansas Turnpike Authority in his honor.
U S Senator Frank Carlson at Kansas State Teachers College during the William Allen White 100th Birthday Weekend lunch says journalists defend the public's right to know amid rising government public relations costs. He credits White as a model for a free responsible press and warns democracy needs dissent within responsibility.
Over 100 residents packed the Ad ministration Center to protest proposed boundary shifts affecting Central and South junior highs and Centennial School. No vote was taken. board will consider Feb. 19 after elementary boundaries are set. Moderator E R Zook led four speakers opposing the plan highlighting displacement and capacity concerns.
Geological engineers from Topeka will discuss Central Park soil investigations for the proposed Lawrence municipal swimming pool with Architects Associated Monday morning. Barnett and Stuart will present core drilling findings and the site evaluation to local architects before delivering the report to the City Commission Tuesday.
Forecast calls for fair skies and colder conditions this afternoon tonight and Sunday. Highs in the 30s, lows in the teens, east winds 10 to 15 mph. Temperature readings show yesterday's high 43 and low 26 with record highs and lows noted for the date.
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