Kansas Weighs In On Wall Street Journal Ball Of Twine Piece
A Kansas writer critiques a Wall Street Journal travel feature that pokes fun at Kansas attractions and tourism. The piece notes the readers’ reactions and surveys showing 14 percent of tourists found “nothing” appealing, and discusses motives behind the WSJ article while praising Kansas and its people.
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Kansas
Fredrick Funston
Pratt
Topeka
U.S
Mont Bleu
Blue Mound
Cawker City
Kan
Waconda Lake
U. S. 24
U. S
Carrollton
Wall Street Journal questioned over Kansas Ball of Twine piece
A Kansas focused satire in the Wall Street Journal sparks reader concern about accuracy and objectivity. The columnist argues that the humorous Ball of Twine article may erode trust in the Journal among readers, including Kansans, by challenging perceived factual integrity and editorial standards.
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Kansas
Wall Street Journal
Journal
DeSoto Police Chief Resigns for Bonner Springs Post
DeSoto Police Chief Kenneth Pauls quits effective Aug 1 to join Bonner Springs department. His departure leaves three reserve officers and comes after a June 16 street fight that triggered residents' protests and possible county takeover talks. Mayor to meet with Johnson County Sheriff to discuss options.
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DeSoto
Bonner
Kenneth Pauls
Pauls
Bill Johnson
Bonner Springs
Johnson
Tom Atkinson
Johnson County
Atkinson
Death notices record Starkweather Jr and McGhee deaths in Kansas
James M. Starkweather Jr aged 45 an insurance agent in Lawrence in the 1950s is listed among deaths with survivors including wife Maxine of Dimondale Michigan and twin sons David and Douglas. Roy Bates McGhee 72 of Wellsville died Friday at Lawrence Memorial Hospital and services are planned with graveside to follow near Coffeyville. he was born Sept 24 1900 in Arkansas and was a retired Cities Service Oil Co employee.
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James M. Starkweather Jr
Maxine
Dimondale, Mich
David
Douglas
Wellsville
Roy Bates McGhee
Wilson & Son
McGhee
Lawrence Memorial Hospital
Robbins Cemetery
Coffeyville
Charles Minsch
Warren Skiles
Arkansas
Cities Service Oil Co
Kingman
United Methodist Church
Frances Lucille Yawn
Hanahan
S.C
Frank
Hutchinson
Bertha McGhee
Ethel Davidson
Clarence
Madison
Leaton
Sacramento
Calif
Loren
Smith River
Austin, Molalla, Ore
Funeral services for Mrs Leslie Pennewell
Mrs Leslie Pennewell 75 of 1503 Wedgewood died Friday afternoon at Lawrence Memorial Hospital. Funeral 2:30 p.m. Monday at Rumsey Funeral Home with Rev. George Hixson officiating. Burial Oak Hill Cemetery. Born December 16 1897 in Kansas City Kansas she is survived by her son William two daughters Ruby Felix Helen Long two sisters Filena Pease Kate Adams a brother Bill Hutchison 13 grandchildren and nine great grandchildren.
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Wedgewood
Lawrence Memorial Hospital
Rumsey Funeral Home
George Hixson
Oak Hill Cemetery
Kansas City
Kan
Pennewell
William
Ruby Marie Felix
Leavenworth
Helen Long
Bethel
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el Dorado Springs
Kate Adams
Lewisburg
Bill Hutchison
Lebanon
Auto Submerged After Accident Near Clinton Blacktop
Russél P. Jaiser, 20, of Rt. 5, drove into a water filled ditch on the Clinton Blacktop about five miles west of U S 59. The 1972 car was left with water within eight inches of the top and damage limited to water exposure. He said he failed to notice six inches of water on the roadway and was alone in the vehicle. No loss estimate was made.
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Russél P. Jaiser
Rt. 5
U.S. 59
Clinton
Douglas County
Jaiser
Gasoline Shortage Stalemate Hits Lawrence Stations
Lawrence service stations struggle as shortages persist with month end nearing. Bob's Gulf closes at noon and awaits August shipments while Derby Service Station extends weekend hours amid consumer complaints. Other stations ration regular gasoline and adjust hours to stretch quotas, with Site Service remaining open long hours.
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W. 23Rd
Bob Nitsch
Derby
Iowa
Ron Rowland
Rowland
Bob Gosvener
Northside Champlin
N. 2Nd
Watergate Developments in Brief
Washington report outlines recent Watergate case developments. Former White House aide Gordon Strachan is noted among the individuals connected to the investigation with unspecified actions or hearings pending.
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Washington
Strachan
White House
Gordon Strachan
Watergate Testimony Details Key Strachan Struggles
Strachan testified about campaign reporting conflicts with Magruder while detailing alleged Watergate plans and budgets. He disputed Magruder’s claims on Liddy's $1 million bugging scheme and said he only received a vague notice of electronic surveillance. The session touched on cash shipments, LaRue, and calls for Liddy contempt citations as tapes and further releases loom.
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Strachan
Liddy
Haldeman
Dean
Frederick C. LaRue
LaRue
Taping System Is Deactivated
Washington sources say a two year old system that recorded President Nixon's meetings and phone calls was turned off after Butterfield's testimony to the Senate Watergate committee. Officials cited concern that people might be inhibited if their words were recorded.
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Washington
Nixon
White House
Alexander Butterfield
Senate Watergate Committee
Birdie Musical Indoor Performance Draws Crowd
About 200 watched Bye Bye Birdie indoors at the Community Building Friday as rain forced the show inside. Judy Jones, director, called the crowd good and noted the venue was very warm. some backdrops stored at the South Park band shell were damaged. A 6 30 show is planned tonight in the same building. Parents plan a cast party after.
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Judy Jones
South Park
War Powers Bill Veto Threatened in Congress
The Senate backed a war powers limit bill 71 to 18, allowing a president up to 30 days for military action without congressional approval, while the House version would grant 120 days. A Nixon veto is expected, with party split among Republicans and Democrats on how to proceed.
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Senate
House
U.S
White House
Congress
Nixon
Burglars Strike Home and Store in Two Day Span
Two Lawrence burglaries totaled over 3500 dollars. A home at 1403 Prairie was hit between Friday afternoon and early today, with a back door kicked in. Items stolen included two shotguns a rifle a pistol a stereo clothing and food. The Hodge Podge at 15 W Ninth was broken into Thursday night or Friday reporting 1015 a.m. Friday. Loss estimated at 2750.50 with clothing hats purses pipes rings jewelry and change stolen.
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Lawrence
Robert E. Welch
Prairie
Kansas traffic deaths rise in 24 hours to Saturday morning
A Kansas traffic report records three fatalities in a 24 hour period ending at 9 am Saturday for July 31. The figures reflect roadway crashes across the state, highlighting ongoing road safety concerns.
How They Voted on War Powers Limit Bill
The Senate approved a bill to limit war powers by a 71 to 18 vote. Democrats supporting the measure included Eagleton and Symington of Missouri. Republicans voting for the bill included Dole and Pearson of Kansas.
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Senate
Washington
Eagleton and Symington
Missouri
Dole and Pearson
Kansas
Linwood Festival Queen Selected In Linwood Pioneer Festival
Patricia Zimmerman, last year's Linwood High School senior class representative, crowned queen after four candidates were voted on by local shoppers. Crowning occurred during a teen dance on Main Street as the three day festival began.
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Linwood
Patricia Zimmerman
Zimmerman
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