Nixon asks Congress to approve U.S.-Soviet arms pact
President Nixon urged a joint session of Congress to ratify the Moscow SALT accords aimed at halting the nuclear arms spiral. He touted a foundation for a new U S Soviet relationship and pledged further steps on space, trade, and potential Indochina diplomacy. Critics warn the ABM and offensive missiles limits could favor the Soviets. The vote hinges on two-thirds Senate approval for the ABM treaty and a majority for the accompanying agreement.
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June 19 Set As Trial Date For Honeycutt
A Douglas County District Court jury trial date of June 19 was set for Drury L. Honeycutt 25 Haven charged with first degree murder and aggravated kidnapping in the death of Ivy Marie Honeycutt 11 on Oct 30 1971. He remains jailed with no bond. Judge Frank Gray reserved one week on the docket and will rule on trying one count only.
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Haven
Ivy Marie Honeycutt
Frank Gray
Gray
MU tax plan targets athletic receipts and student tickets
The proposal would add a 5 percent tax on athletic receipts, not applied to non discretionary activity fee purchases, aiming for 185000 yearly. Tedesco notes university income and court exemptions risk revenue, and compares to 2 percent current tax. He supports sales tax to avoid regressive property tax, while MU fights Columbia’s 1 cent tax in court.
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Columbia
July 17 Slated For Stead Trial
Arnold Stead 25 formerly of Kansas City area entered a not guilty plea at Douglas County District Court arraignment. He faces three felony counts tied to the May 14 1970 bombing of the home of then county attorney Daniel Young. Jury trial expected to last three days per Stead’s attorney and County Attorney Mike Elwell.
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Douglas County
Stead
Daniel Young
Mike Elwell
Kissinger jokes about belly dancer at Tehran party
White House adviser Henry Kissinger described Nadia Para, the raven‑haired belly dancer at a Tehran party, as a delightful girl who was very interested in foreign policy. He recounted sitting on his lap aboard Nixon’s jetliner and discussing arms conversion plans.
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White House
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Bottom Falls Out of Park in Commerce Oklahoma
Commerce Lions Club park project hit a setback when a 60 by 80 foot hole opened in the ground Wednesday night near old U.S. 66 69. No injuries were reported. Mine inspector Jack Frasier blamed recent rains washing out supports in an old mine shaft. barricades were lifted Thursday after the site was deemed safe. Bussie Corbus said the hole will be filled soon and other holes at the park site also require work.
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Topeka
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Liebherr
U.S
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Journal-World Photo
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Okla
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Spector
Oklahoma
Bussie Corbus
Lions Club Park Committee
Corbus
Preliminary Work to Start On Lawrence MS Drive
Telephone solicitation of residential block workers for the Lawrence Multiple Sclerosis Hope Chest Campaign will begin this week. The campaign aims to raise funds for patient services and research with three phases including house-to-house canvassing, mail solicitation of business, and MS Hope Chest placements.
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Suit Dismissed In Libel Action By Court Here
The World Company of Lawrence won summary judgment in a $5.2 million libel case filed by John Tredo over Journal-World stories about his welfare benefits. Judge Frank R. Gray ruled no genuine material facts remained and entered judgment for the defendant with costs.
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Boys' State delegates wrap up week with ball events
Lawrence youths Dale Culver and Marshall Dutton serve on Senate committees as Boys State wraps activities. Elections noon decide delegates to Boys Nation with announcements Saturday including Best City and County awards and weekly achievements. Ramsey Funeral Home handles arrangements.
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Minn
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U S Planes Attack Hanoi Power Plant And Bridge
U S Phantom jets attacked Bao Giang power plant 25 miles northeast of Hanoi and damaged the center span of the Cao Nung railroad bridge toward the Chinese border using laser guided bombs. Additional air strikes reported across North Vietnam with several bridges depots and vehicles damaged.
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Woman reporter denied access to KU Boys' State model cities
A Lawrence Journal-World reporter was barred from upper floors in Lewis Hall on the Kansas University campus where Boys' State delegates built miniature cities. She was told women were not allowed on those floors and that some Legionnaires had previously faced trouble for letting their wives enter.
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Jurors Not Needed in Douglas County Court Monday
Douglas County District Court will not require the jury panel to report Monday as previously instructed. Clerk Lucille Allison said jurors will be notified later when to report.
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Arizona Judge Rules Property Tax System Illegal
A Superior Court judge in Phoenix voided the state property tax system used for funding schools, ruling it unconstitutional for favoring the wealthy and discriminating against poorer districts. The ruling's effect is paused to allow lawmakers to craft an alternative method.
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Admissions Chief Appointed by KU
Gilbert Dyck, 36, an assistant registrar at Kansas University, was named KU director of admissions by Vice Chancellor William Balfour. He starts in August, succeeding Max Fuller who resigned last month. Dyck has four years at KU and previously led admissions records at Kansas State University.
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Kansas State University
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Riley County
Waterville
Bethany College
Kstate
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