Energy Crisis Demands Swift Thorough Investigation
The energy crisis threatens the U S economy and daily life with gas shortages and rising costs. Industry spokesmen and policymakers face public distrust as questions mount about oil imports, diesel supplies, steel production, and potential federal actions. An impartial probe led by lawmakers is urged to identify causes and remedies.
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South Korea Considers Separate UN Admissions
President Chung Hee Park announced on nationwide TV and radio that Seoul should not oppose admitting North Korea and South Korea as separate U.N. members. This marks a shift from Seoul’s long stance as the peninsula's sole lawful government. The U.N. Security Council had backed divided Germany's U.N. membership, prompting General Assembly action on Korea.
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East Germany
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Magazine Sale Okayed Amid Bankruptcy Review Says
AP reports a court approved sale of Review magazine amid financial trouble. The deal values the magazine at about $500 000 and includes plans to merge with World Magazine. Cousins, the former owner, steps back as the company seeks to renew its publication reach.
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Costa Rica Blocks Vesco Extradition
United States financier Robert L Vesco faces trial on fraud and obstruction charges tied to a $200000 Nixon campaign contribution. Costa Rica blocked his extradition as he remains in Costa Rica where a court denied the request. Vesco allegedly helped securities investigators while the SEC pursues a $224 million fraud case involving Investors Overseas Ltd.
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Media Rapped For Coverage Of Watergate
A MIT Wellesley study group criticizes recent Watergate reporting for relying on shaky stories and eroding civil rights protections for high officials. The report notes pre election balance but says post April 30 coverage escalated faster than denials amid coverage of Nixon resignations and the special prosecutor post.
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Fire Damages House and Vehicles. Family Not Home
Firefighters battled a blaze that damaged the home and two vehicles including a Puckett family car and a 1973 truck belonging to Lawrence Asphalt Co. The interior of both cars burned as flames spread to the kitchen and attic. Estimated losses total 14,000 with three hours on scene. Lloyd Puckett of Baldwin notified.
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Deception Case Given Hearing in Douglas County Court
A preliminary hearing was held Friday for three men from Houston charged with theft by deception in a confidence game. They are Searcy Smith, James Jimmerson Jr., and Louis Charles, all free on bond. They face arraignment July 2 in district court with bond set at 7,500 for two and 10,000 for Charles. The group allegedly cheated Clifford Coffman in a three card monte incident on April 4, with Coffman losing cash and a watch valued over 50 before authorities intervened.
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Five Injured In Friday Area Crashes, LMH Treats Five
Five persons were treated and released at Lawrence Memorial Hospital after Friday crashes. A three car collision at Sixth and Lawrence Ave sent two passengers to LMH Colleen Roste, 19, and Debra Fugett, 20. Other incidents occurred near 31st Street and Kasold Road and on 23rd Street near Alabama, with injuries and damage reported to multiple drivers.
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Kansas law school debate stirs public support and concerns
Lawrence attorney backing from Wichita advisers cited as crucial while Douglas County Bar criticizes statements as inaccurate. Curran notes bar has no official position though sentiment favors feasible, economical quality law education. Dickinson plans for KU law enrollment expansion projected at 30 percent this fall.
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DeSoto to Seek County Help for Police Coverage
De Soto plans to request assistance from the Johnson County sheriff as three resignations thin the force. Mayor Charles Schmidt expects talks with county officials next week to discuss continuing police protection with the sheriff’s department assisting in patrols.
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Firework Sales Open Across Kansas With Time Limits
State Fire Marshal Robert Wolfe announced widespread fireworks sales begin next Wednesday and run through July 5. In Douglas County sales are limited to July 2 through 4 from 7 AM to 11 PM. restrictions exclude Lawrence Eu dora Baldwin business district. Most Class C fireworks are legal except skyrockets and night parachutes. A Kansas University bulletin board display offered twins for sale or trade provoking questions about legality.
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Grant Awarded for Headstart Services for Handicapped Children
East Central Kansas Economic Opportunity Corp. of Ottawa receives a 35 800 dollar federal grant to develop new approaches for Headstart services to handicapped children affecting Douglas Franklin Lyons Coffey Miami and Osage counties. The Office of Child Development HEW awarded the grant with joint announcements from Rep. Larry Winn and Senators Pearson and Dole.
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