Kerner Case Conviction Shakes U S Federal Bench
Federal Judge Otto Kerner, once Illinois governor, is found guilty on bribery conspiracy fraud tax evasion perjury and false statements charges. The ruling marks the first time an active U S Court of Appeals judge is convicted in a criminal trial.
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Housing Moratorium Draws Fire From Black Banker Leader
Dempsey Travis, head of the United Mortgage Bankers of America, denounces subsidies as racist and classist, arguing the moratorium will devastate black architects and push urban housing toward white ownership. He warns of increased tensions as 30 to 50 percent black neighborhoods face tax-driven property forfeiture and new developments.
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National Association of Real Estate Boards
Lawrence Citizens Committee Reactivated For Nonpartisan Candidacy Push
A revived Lawrence group the Lawrence Citizens Committee for the Support of Good Government aims to back as many suitable candidates as possible for public office. The piece notes no current flu outbreaks despite nationwide cold snows, and mentions a 34 to 0 Senate vote approving immediate start on reconstruction of the Eudora Kaw River Bridge.
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Lawrence
Absolute Newsman Shield Debate Shapes CBS View
Dr Frank Stanton of CBS advocates an absolute newsman's privilege, changing his stance after urging Congress to consider a shield law. The column questions practical distinctions, potential abuses, and the impact on law enforcement and press freedom amid labor strikes and grand juries.
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Letters on tobacco, nature, and naturalizing land
Grace Kennedy complains about naturalizing land and open spacing proposals, warning they threaten forest composition and wildlife. Alvin Dahlene questions terms and defends cautious land management, urging private stewardship and sensible, restraintful policy.
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Soil Conservation
Nation debates social welfare state and private enterprise
The article argues that modern government grows to guarantee income and subsidies, blurring lines with socialism. It contrasts Jeffersons limited governance with today’s expansive state role, cites Cleveland and McGovern era ideas, and notes public sentiment shifts in Britain and the United States toward greater government involvement and possible emigration.
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On This Date Washington Creates U S Post Office System
Historic events mark February 20 with Washington signing the act establishing the U S Post Office. Notables include John Glenn orbiting Earth in 1962 and Hue’s siege in 1968 era notes. Birthdays list Kosygin Suharto and Roy Cohn with Tolstoy quote.
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Suharto
Roy Cohn
Leo Tolstoy
Space Center Renamed Lyndon B. Johnson Center
Space Center gets official Lyndon B. Johnson name after Nixon signs legislation designating Houston Manned Spacecraft Center as the Lyndon B. Johnson Space Center. The president praised Johnson’s vision and support as America moved toward the moon in the landmark signing Monday.
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