Army bungled sale of pa. tank plant may cost billions
The Army plans to spend nearly 30 million to repurchase the Birdsboro Pennsylvania tank plant sold three years earlier for 2 million. The move follows criticism of a 28 million loss and a later 85.9 million upgrade plan. Congress probes delays in M 60 production and tank readiness amid wartime need.
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Campaign finance rules under scrutiny in Kansas
The Kansas debate over campaign disclosure grows. Officials shaping rules may tempt weaker oversight. Last year lawmakers set high spending limits. this year a proposal would exempt campaigns under 1000 dollars from disclosure. Over half of legislators in last year’s races spent less than 1000 dollars. Critics warn against reducing public scrutiny of campaign practices.
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Used Car Odometer Rules Help Buyers Check History
The piece advises buyers to request and review the mileage statement from the previous owner as required by odometer law. By noting the owner’s name and address and contacting them, buyers can verify performance and history to avoid future losses.
Trade with Soviet Union hinges on economics, not emigration
Harold B. Scott argues the U S Soviet trade pact should be judged on merits rather than emigration ties. He cites that last year exports to the Soviet Union supported 42 000 U S jobs, with $15 000 in exports per job, and warns that abandoning trade could cost thousands of jobs and billions in potential exports.
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Detroit must sell at least 10 million cars this year
Washington columnist George Will argues Detroit must push auto sales to 10 million annually, noting Chrysler Ford GM and public policy push to stimulate consumption of cars and rebates. He cites 1970s sales trends and the massive existing car stock as factors shaping demand and industry pressure.
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Lawrence Sports Notes and Elections From 1965
In 1965, George Ryan became United Fund president, succeeding Skipper Williams, while Odd Williams led the Lawrence HELP-KY loan program. Olympic star Billy Mills was named California Athlete of the Year after his historic 10,000 meter win. Lawrence lost 39-38 to Pretty Prairie, then beat Mulvane 44-41 in an invitational, and fell 28-18 to Topeka High, dropping from the league lead. Darby Day honored Senator Harry Darby.
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Saudi sheik offers to buy the Alamo and other monuments
A Saudi Arabian sheik reportedly offered to purchase the Alamo to delight his son and later in dialogue ponders buying sites like the Statue of Liberty, St Patrick’s Cathedral, and even Grant’s Tomb. An Houston attorney relayed the tale to Gov. Briscoe, who said the Alamo is not for sale.
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White House under pressure from right wing over Rockefeller drift
The Republican right warns Ford he will be blamed for any liberal tilt via Vice President Rockefeller as the Senate tests Rule XXII and anti filibuster tactics. Reed urges the White House to restrain Rockefeller while Ford faces a tough energy tax debate and potential blame for rising heating costs.
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Prayer for today fill us with your love and kindness
A brief devotional prayer asks for God to fill the faithful with love so they may freely show compassion to others without expecting anything in return. The message closes with an Amen.
Reader letters critique Middle East policy stance in Journal-World
A Letters Editor from the Journal-World cites a 1/24/75 editorial and urges reprinting. The writer quotes harsh lines on U.S. support for Israel and calls for support of the Arab cause, ending with a provocative line about funding and policy.
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Today in History January 28 events and milestones
Highlights include Paris surrender in 1871 the Franco Prussian War, Peru’s 1821 independence proclamation, 1878 first commercial telephone switchboard in New Haven, Wilson creating the U S Coast Guard in 1915, Shanghai attack in 1932, Burma Road reopening in 1945, GM profits record in 1964, Israeli strikes near Cairo in 1969, and postwar Suez City shifts in 1973.
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KU Arts Tau Sigma Dance Concert Faces Technical Glitch
The Tau Sigma ensemble at the University of Kansas staged a child oriented Concerts for Young People in Lawrence. A new sound system malfunction caused discord but performers maintained poise. The program mixed jazz modern classical and folk with lively audience response and strong solo roles for Wanda Johnson Lisa Bergman and others.
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