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Newspaper
Lawrence Journal World
Location
Lawrence, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Jan 30, 1973
Page
1
The Lawrence City Commission reaffirmed support for a pay differential between policemen and firemen while the firefighters union women’s auxiliary began picketing city hall. A six page city memo cites wage trends, with union leaders signaling future action by members.
Clouds not foretelling more winter weather as eastern Kansas expects cloudy skies today and Wednesday with mild highs in the 40s to 50s. Lawrence reached 29 with an 18 overnight low. today’s high near 40s. Precipitation chances drop to 10 percent tonight and 20 percent Wednesday. Statewide outlook shows fair weather through Saturday with highs upper 40s to 50s and overnight lows near 30.
Kansas officials report 0 traffic deaths in the 24 hours to 9 am Tuesday, 22 for January, 1973, and 22 for the comparable 1972 period, with 50 in the year-to-date comparison.
The Kansas Senate defeated two controversial measures the liquor by the drink and lotteries. A local option liquor amendment on the 1974 ballot was killed as the lottery amendment fell short of the 27 votes needed. House Speaker Duane McGill said the House would not act if the Senate blocked passage.
The Elizabeth M. Watkins Community Museum campaign nears its $200,000 target with gifts near $190,000 and a $25,000 KU Endowment gift in honor of Mrs. Watkins. The drive extends to reach all prospects, with $45,215 in new pledges and plans for an elevator display space and potential endowment for operating flexibility.
Apollo 17 command pilot Ronald Evans returned to Kansas amid standing ovations and praise from legislators. He urged space program advances to help solve pollution and resource issues and voiced hope to join a 1975 joint docking mission with Soviet astronauts. Evans said he plans to stay in space work and explored future roles without seeking public office.
Pentagon disclosed that Pfc Ronald L Ridgeway, once listed missing and presumed dead from a 1968 ambush near Khe Sanh, is alive in a Communist prison camp. He was among 555 U S servicemen identified by North Vietnam as POWs. remains of the patrol were initially recovered and buried.
In Saigon amid cease fire tensions 250 new violations by North Vietnam and Viet Cong were reported between Monday noon and Tuesday dawn, a 30 percent drop from the prior period. Agnew arrived for talks with Thieu as the four power commission failed to deploy regional observer teams due to procedural disputes.
City residents may deduct the city half cent sales tax on federal returns as a state tax allowance. The footnote allows adding one sixth to the state tax deduction, with examples for a family of four. IRS agent notes fairness for non residents who shop in Lawrence but cautions audits will verify deductions.
The Kansas City Chiefs chose Gary Butler a 6-3 235 pound tight end from Rice University as their first selection in the NFL draft. Butler was the 27th overall pick and the third tight end chosen after starting three years and earning All Southwest Conference honors as a senior with the Owls.
The forecast notes cloudy skies and a rise in temperatures. Details are on Page 5, including regional outlooks and daily highs.
An old classified style ad notes Russell Stover candies and promotes Rexall drugstore and auto insurance options. It mentions Doane Agency at 824 Mags, signaling a local business listing in a small newspaper item.
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