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Newspaper
Lawrence Journal World
Location
Lawrence, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Jan 31, 1969
Page
15
New York AP reports Americans boosted imports in 1968 with more scotch from the United Kingdom, Japanese cameras, and foreign sports cars. The trade balance swung to a 726 million dollar surplus, down from 4.1 billion in 1967, as imports rose 23 percent while exports rose 9 percent.
Daniel A. Young of Douglas County presided at a Wednesday Topeka meeting of Kansas county attorneys. Attorney General Kent Frizzell spoke on office services, while discussions covered line-up identifications liquor regulations enforcement the Kansas Buyers Protection Act and aids for parolees.
The Visiting Nurses Association has raised approximately $2,000 toward a $5,000 capital fund goal, with donations from Lawrence businesses, service clubs, and church groups. The drive ends Feb. 15 and the VNA office at 342 Missouri Street opens to Douglas County residents Feb. 1 to support equipment, supplies, travel expenses, and salaries.
Sharon Kay Clark and Jewell Jackson Clark are referenced in a dismissal involving Floyd Eugene Kalb and Maxine Kalb. The item records a legal action with no further court details or dates provided.
Coral Gables police report a laborer bitten ear of construction foreman Don Miller after an angry dismissal. Miller may use the telephone to report the incident.
The city of Lawrence Kansas passes an ordinance prohibiting parking on the south side of Sixteenth Street between Kentucky and Massachusetts Streets. Penalties for violations include fines and possible charges. The law requires notices to be erected and published before taking effect.
City of Lawrence Kansas approves a $120000 project to acquire Lots 40 42 and 44 on Vermont Street and construct off street parking in the Original Townsite. Assessments based on front footage over fifteen years with 50 50 city at large split. Includes Massachusetts Street lots and 82 34 36 88 Vermont Street blocks.
State of Kansas to all concerned court by Oscar Rumsey creditor of Nelson Baxter estate seeking appointment of administrator. Defenses due February 1969 at 10 30 am in Lawrence. Also notice of hearing on probate for Mary S Kibbey will dated December 29 1967 with Mabel L Idridge executrix without bond. Defenses due February 11 1969 at 2 30 pm in Lawrence. Jane W Kibby attorney for petitioner.
Auction notice for February 4 1969 at 10 p.m. details a Baldwin area sale four miles north and two east of Baldwin or seven south of Madora and three west. Items include A C tractors 67 model with hours on meter, a Farmall 49, various implements a 1954 Chevrolet truck with new motor, a 1953 Dodge pickup, hay and grain 3500 bales plus oats, tools, lumber and ancillary gear. Terms cash not responsible for accidents buyer inspection day prior. Auctioneer Claude Myers and owners Mr Mrs Lester R Deay. Baldwin State Bank clerk. You may view machinery day before sale.
An auction scheduled for Saturday February 1 1968 at 12 30 p m lists Gastrock Farm near Ottawa with many antiques and household items. Items include a 1946 Spindle V S8 model engine two gas ranges a variety of furniture tools rifles and lawn equipment consigned by Lois Myers and Mrs Sira.
Local ad rates listed include four lines or less per week at 3.20 with extra lines at 1.60 for a one time, 0.40 per line for additional lines, and six line rate for multi appearances. Ads outside Lawrence Trade Arena priced 0.08 per word per issue with a minimum 1.76. copy deadline 10:30 a.m. day of publication. cancellation 9:30 a.m. Saturday. business guide three lines or more 2.00 per line per month.
Real estate and loan notices mix with ads including an 8 bedroom rancher for sale at 15 400 with option to assume a VA loan payment of 117 monthly. Public auction details appear for Aaron C. Van Dyke estate in Kansas with local auctioneers.
A dense, OCR like listing of homes for sale and rental offers plus appliances and vehicles. Entries mention two bedroom townhouses Meadowbrook options priced with various features, attached garages, and utilities. other lines show used cars and carpet stores with contact references and local business names.
February special listings from Alantes Used Cars advertise numerous used vehicles including a 67 Caprice d dr with 327 V8 and features, a 66 Caprice 4 dr, 66 Impala Sport Coupe, 63 Galaxy 500 4 dr, 60 BelAir station wagon, 60 Corvair 4 dr, 59 BelAir 4 dr, and a range of Chevrolets and a 62 Chevrolet 1 ton Fleetside with V-8. Open Monday and Thursday nights at Bth and NH.
Readers see a collage of classified items from home sewing and fashion services to furniture refinishing and home improvements. Ads cover dressmaking alterations, portrait photography, small repairs, and appliances for sale. A notice on employment designations appears followed by a tip offering a female live-in house position and a part time bookkeeper posting.
A chaotic help wanted collage shows multiple firms seeking female workers for door to door information drives, clerical and hospitality tasks, with pay figures cited and addresses in Lawrence Massachusetts and nearby cities. Listings include office, retail, and housekeeping roles, some requiring short tours and daily or weekly shifts, plus a few veteran or age related preferences.
Real estate advertisement details a West Ridge property with 4 bedrooms 2 baths living room dining room built in kitchen central air and full basement. Features include carpeted floors, fireplace, attached garage, and a staged interior with wall finishes. Contact Lawrence Realty for showing.
Local agency invites homeowners to schedule spring home showings and property valuations. Staff prepared to assist with estimates and financing guidance as market activity increases this April.
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