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Newspaper
Lawrence Journal World
Location
Lawrence, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Jul 19, 1957
Page
6
Senator James Porter of Topeka, a Republican in the State Office Building, announced his resignation. Governor George Docking reportedly accepted the move, though some details remained unclear as Porter said the announcement reflected his decision.
The State Department discussed Dulles proposal to open China to news coverage, prompting mixed reactions. Officials described a plan to gauge how many correspondents would be allowed in Red China, with surveying of press and news organizations upcoming to determine interest and access.
TOPERA reports nine travel requests rejected by Governor George Donk ing. The office notes most other requests were approved after further explanation. State travel expenditures rose for the period Feb 1 to June, with 1957 at 28,415.47 and 1958 at 24,972.22.
The semiofficial Middle East News Agency reports 14 men are held on charges of plotting to assassinate President Nasser and regime members. Salah Et Din, foreign minister during the last Wafdist government before Farouk's overthrow in 1952, is named ringleader. Nine former military officers and five civilians were arrested in April and await trial in a military court.
Agriculture officials signaled reforms to the land program affecting farmers and insurers. The bill moves through the House as part of the department's annual appropriation, with state interpretations guiding eligibility. Officials warn changes could reduce program reach and payout, while insurers seek to avoid duplicative coverage and ensure proper certification.
Insurance officials say Kansas River Valley firms could obtain flood coverage in the future. The Insurance Department notes a Kansas City firm may meet state requirements to write industrial risk insurance, with legal questions needing study before approval.
Former playwright Arthur Miller was fined 300 dollars and given a five month probation after being found in contempt for refusing to answer two questions before a House subcommittee in June 1956. The judge denied a reversal of conviction and Miller indicated plans to appeal.
Unclear fragment indicates a report involving a person named Miter and alleged meanings of Communists writers in New York around 1487. Details are fragmented and not fully readable.
Washington reports top officials of the Missouri-Kansas-Texas Boal road express optimism about retiring its 7 percent preferred stock. Officials say prospective earnings will cover plan needs with room for property improvements. The plan targets 667,005 preferred shares with a dividend total exceeding 10.6 million dollars.
Captain Creek residents Me and Mrs Phaser Chirk returned Saturday from a Tyne rele scene to Pitkin. Mr and Mrs Add Chap of Bethany Missouri with their twin daughters Mrs Mave Parks of Illinois and Mrs Jean Preston of Iowa visited Thursday through Saturday with Mrs Crmp's brother and wife Mr and Mrs Ale va Sanmsen. The Pleasant Valley Home Concern Unit of Sokason County met Thursday with hostess Mrs Grace Epperson. A lesson on new fabrics and their care was shared.
Mrs Leon Westerhouse hosts a meeting closure with eight members and a guest. No August gathering planned. Live and Learn Demonstration Unit resumes Friday with Misith Reecheisen as hostess. Numerous visits, hospitality, and Camp Quaker Haven plans feature Kansas families and nearby towns.
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