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Newspaper
Lawrence Journal World
Location
Lawrence, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Jul 06, 1971
Page
3
New York AP notes Louis Armstrong, a defining New Orleans jazz innovator, died without a crown prince or direct heirs. The piece traces his influence from Dixieland to modern forms and recalls his genius on the cornet and trumpet, his showman persona, and lasting impact on American jazz.
NAACP leader Bishop Stephen Gill Spottswood told the annual convention that the Nixon administration has taken steps earning cautious approval among black Americans. He noted progress on low income housing and said racial progress is improving though not yet clear. The remarks reflect official NAACP positions drafted with other leaders.
Memphis Police Department launches a four day work week starting July 12 to increase street patrols during peak crime hours. Three ten hour shifts fit into a 24 hour clock with overlapping to double officers on duty from 6 p.m. to midnight. The force comprises about 1,000 officers with 200 on duty at any time. Police Chief Henry Lux cites Cleveland and Washington D C as having similar plans.
Manufacturers Hanover Trust Co became the first major bank to raise its prime lending rate to 6 percent from 5 percent. Banks of New York also lifted the rate for top corporate customers to 6 percent as short term borrowing costs rose. A bank spokesman said the rate was out of line and needed adjustment.
Louis Armstrong born July 4 1900 rose from New Orleans streets to lead bands in Chicago New York and abroad. He became a showman on stage and in films while shaping jazz with bold trumpet tone and infectious smile. His widow asked donations to The Kidney Research Foundation in lieu of flowers.
In Topeka Kansas the traffic death log shows counts through July 13 1971 with 94 hours to 9 am Tuesday and 326 total deaths. The AP report tracks fatalities and provides a snapshot of ongoing road tolls.
Perry Lake saw rain dampen crowds during the July 4 holiday with Lynn Myers noting an average yet busy weekend. Officials expected 140,000 to 150,000 visitors but forecast closer to 100,000 after counts, while Pomona Lake drew about 3,000 visitors and beach issues may have influenced turnout.
A Gallup poll of 1,326 adults shows 58 percent of those familiar with the Pentagon papers viewed publishing as the right thing. The survey, completed June 28, followed the Supreme Court ruling on June 30 allowing The Times and The Post to continue printing articles from the secret documents.
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