Two County Auto Crashes Reported With $650 Damage
Douglas County Sheriff’s Office reported two Sunday auto accidents with about $650 total damage. James L. Powell, 20, of 1033 Tenn. St. caused about $400 damage on U S 24 40 when a dog crossed his path and he hit a bridge after losing control. Carol A. Clinesmith, 21, of Wichita caused about $250 damage on U S 40 when her vehicle went into a ditch after losing control. No serious injuries.
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Sheriff’s Office
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Lawrence
Powell
Carol A. Clinesmith
Wichita
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Culbertson active in school clubs and future plans
Susan Culbertson is a student leader at Lincoln High School serving as student representative to the American Field Service and secretary of the Spanish Club. She participates in the A Cappella Choir, Girl Scouts, Pep Club, Y Teens, and multiple clubs while aiming for a social work career after college. The note cites nominations and top ratings in English and music activities.
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Kansas University
National Council of Teachers of English
Docking Faces Senate Talk as Kansas Girds for 1970
The debate centers on whether Governor Docking should seek re election or a long term Senate seat. Supporters argue a Senate post offers durability and party influence, while opponents warn of a short governorship and growing state deficits. Potential Democratic rivals include John Montgomery Dale Saffels Vince Bogart Norbert Dreiling Bob Brock and John Schnittker. Republicans contend mounting state deficits could pressure Docking toward tax increases if elected.
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William Avery
Docking
Senate
John Montgomery
Junction City
Dale Saffels
Kansas Corporation Commission
Vince Bogart
Wichita
Norbert Dreiling
Hays
Bob Brock
Topeka
John Schnittker
Agriculture
Kansas State University
Schnittker
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Dole
Avery
Tax options eyed to ease property levies in Kansas
Docking weighs Washington bid as advisers push for a sales tax to tackle local property taxes. Backed by state chamber and municipal league, the plan could include a motor vehicle tax and earnings tax. A Topeka hearing delays a Lawrence City Commission session, rescheduled from 2 to 4 p.m.
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Kansas State Chamber of Commerce
League of Kansas Municipalities
Wells
Raney
Local Crew Seeks State Aid Against Spending Pattern
Local group urges state government to provide sufficient funds to support local expenditures. They argue for financial relief while preserving self respect and insist on a concrete plan to free them from ongoing pressure.
Topeka pool project advances with phased funding plan
City officials in Topeka push a three phase pool project with $104000 in second phase contracts including 82000 for basic pool cost. Grants total 152000 with bonds approved 150000 last November while a state federal request seeks 98000 after July. Officials aim bid by March 30 with pool opening targeted for late summer.
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State Joint Council On Recreation
Lawrence
BOR
Denver
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