Federal standard set for fire resistant mattress material
The Commerce Department will enforce a federal rule next June requiring nonflammable mattress materials to prevent bedding fires. George Mack, 31, from Ohio Street, suffered second degree burns and remains in stable condition after a Lawrence incident. In Topeka, Daniel Vanderwork, 24, died from smoke inhalation blamed on smoking in bed.
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Baldwin High to Present Amen Corner Play at LHS
The Black Americans Club at Lawrence High School will stage Amen Corner by James Baldwin at 7 30 p m March 3 in the auditorium. About 25 students plan a bus tour to Southern black colleges April 28, funded by fundraisers including a Soul Dinner and raffles.
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Douglas County Officials Get $300 Retroactive Raise
Officials in Douglas County will receive a $300 annual pay raise retroactive to January 1 in February paychecks. The rise, approved under a 1972 Kansas law, requires no citizen protest within 30 days of notice. The Jan 15 posting date passed without protests.
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College Proxy Ebberts resigns as Emporia College president
Ronald A. Ebberts resigns as president of the College of Emporia effective July 1 after three years in office. The board of trustees accepted the resignation with regret. Ebberts, a 1956 graduate, had served on the college administrative staff since 1969. No reason was given.
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Black Theatre Ensemble in Black at K U Experimental Theatre
The Black Theatre Ensemble performs in Black at the KU Experimental Theatre from February 25 through March 6. The production showcases a dramatic exploration of identity and culture within a campus venue.
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Black Theatre Ensemble
IN Black
Rural Pollution Focus As Congress Sees Holiday Session
Washington AP reports the House Agriculture Committee met in a holiday session to explore reviving a Farmers Home Administration program. The effort targets funding for rural water and sewer systems amid a broader impoundment standoff with the Nixon administration. Chairman W R Poage drives the push, an aide said Sunday.
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