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Newspaper
Lawrence Journal World
Location
Lawrence, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Jul 04, 1964
Page
1
Washington AP explains how the new civil rights law applies to businesses in a Q and A format. The act bans discrimination in places of public accommodation including restaurants hotels and theaters and in employment practices. Enforcement relies on federal suits or civil contempt with no criminal penalties.
AP correspondent notes President Johnson travels with a large retinue and little advance word on plans. From Washington to Andrews Air Force Base then to Bergstrom, the motorcade and jet star accompany the President to Texas with many unsure of exact timing or destinations. The piece details the scattered, uncertain schedule and logistical bustle surrounding the trip.
Partly cloudy warm and humid conditions continue this afternoon through Sunday. Scattered showers and thunderstorms are possible this afternoon and tonight with a high around 90 today and a low near 70. Sunday highs in the low 90s with sunset at 7:61 p.m. Rainfall yesterday was 0.64 inch. record highs and lows for this date are noted.
Two day event at Peppermint Park offering Kiddieland activities on July 4 and 5 from 2 p.m. to 9 p.m. Adv. admission details shown.
Advertises daily home delivery of the Journal-World for readers leaving town for two weeks or more this summer. Encourages readers to arrange mail forwarding and enjoyment of uninterrupted access while away.
Secretary of State Dean Rusk asked Soviet leaders to open their doors to arms inspection as a path to genuine reductions. He spoke at Independence Hall in Philadelphia, urging progress through inspection and increased contact with Eastern Europe and the Soviet Union, while reaffirming U S deterrence and support for Southeast Asia.
In Vienna, Cardinal Mindszenty may end his exile in the U S Legation at Budapest as negotiations between Hungary and the Vatican progress. Informants say a settlement appears in sight and point to a possible resolution of the church's future in the Communist country.
Two people sustained minor injuries in a two car crash about 11 45 p m Friday west of the city on U S 40 The injured were Monabelle K Honn 23 and Margo Lasker 17 both of Route 3 Lawrence The other driver was Charles E Newman 29 of 1829 by St Damage to the cars was about 800 Officials report one of the cars knocked down a city limits sign and another sheared off a water plug The incident occurred as cars were eastbound and Newman was passing The county notes a steady holiday patrol with 30 unmarked patrol cars on state roads and stricter hours to cut highway fatalities The Fourth of July holiday period ends Sunday night and a motorcyclist died Friday east of Hutchinson on old U S 50 Kansas plans radar and speed checks through the weekend
Police investigated a double homicide after Sheldon Miller aged 14 and Pat Brown 17 were found shot to death on the Emerson schoolyard in Detroit's northwest side. Officers described multiple gunshot wounds and said the killer is being sought.
Osage Area Lake Association members discussed tentative dedication ceremonies for Pomona Reservoir set for September 5, near the dam site 40 miles southwest of Lawrence. Gov. John Anderson and Corps of Engineers officials expected. ceremonies to include a motorcade and water skiing demonstrations. parking arrangements and shuttle buses to be arranged in Ottawa.
The Gail Woodard family of Maize Kansas is chosen among eight farmers and two farm wives to spend two months with farm families in Pakistan. They were informed Friday by Farmers and World Affairs Inc a State Department sponsored program of their selection. They said they never dreamed they would be picked as many Kansas families were interviewed.
A Chicago team reports that benzopyrene, a cancer causing hydrocarbon, is present in well done charcoal broiled steaks at levels comparable to cigarette smoke. They say the chemical forms when melted fat drips onto hot coals and is carried back to the meat by smoke. Further tests on other meats are planned.
A two engine U S Coast Guard amphibious rescue plane with five crew members was reported overdue while returning from a fishing boat search mission southwest of Ketchikan Alaska. It had enough fuel to stay aloft until about 5 a m PDT.
Fire at Madden's Inn on Gull Lake near Brainerd Minnesota destroyed the three story resort early today. Co owners Jim Madden and John Arnold announced immediate reconstruction plans as guests were cared for after losing belongings. Fire crews from Brainerd Nisswa and Pillager fought the blaze. no lives lost and damage estimated in the hundreds of thousands.
F W Dodge Company reports May 1964 Kansas contracts for future construction at 43.8 million dollars, up 2 percent from May 1963. Nonresidential 8.8 million down 11 percent, residential 19.6 million up 21 percent, nonbuilding 15.4 million down 8 percent. First five months total 213.5 million, up 24 percent from 1963. breakdown shows nonresidential 34.2 million down 42 percent, residential 86.1 million up 39 percent, nonbuilding 93.2 million up 84 percent. Sunday hours 9 a.m. to 7 p.m. Key Rexall Drug.
An early morning rain total of 0.64 inch in Lawrence with more showers possible could affect July 4 plans. The Weather Bureau in Topeka predicts partly cloudy skies, warm humidity, and scattered storms today and tonight with highs near 90 and Sunday in the low 90s. High rain readings varied across the region, and past totals show 1964 moisture at 22.39 inches, with past records cited for Fort Riley and Topeka.
The annual Jaycee Fireworks Display is scheduled for 8 p.m. at Memorial Stadium on the Kansas University campus, with rainfall not expected to affect the show. Should weather force a postponement, a Sunday reschedule is planned. A 7 p.m. public service band concert precedes the fireworks, featuring local AFM musicians led by Charles Kassinger. Cathy Bergstrom and Mayor Jim Owens are also listed as present.
Police say more than 1 000 in antiques were taken from the William Hinton residence at 111 East 23rd Street. Entry was gained by forcing a door on the east side. Acting Police Chief Jim Collins reported at least 15 guns were stolen. the Hinton family found the break in around 8 p.m. Friday. Several other guns were left behind.
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