Nixon seeks rural reform in Iowa address
President Nixon pitched federal revenue sharing and a government overhaul in Des Moines. He urged letting rural-focused decisions stay with those who know the land, proposing to collapse 12 cabinets to eight and abolish the Agriculture Department while boosting rural development funds to 1.1 billion for the coming year.
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One Armed Bandits Due Ban by AF
The Air Force will bar slot machines at all overseas bases by July 1 1972 in response to corruption charges in military recreation. Senate investigators led by Ribicoff Gurney and other subcommittee members say slot machines corrupted armed forces, diverting millions in club revenue and allowing skimmed receipts and kickbacks.
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Support for Half Cent Tax to Hire 26 Officers
Journal World poll shows 63 percent of Lawrence residents favor a proposed half cent city sales tax to be decided April 6. If approved, city plans to hire 26 policemen and 15 firemen to reduce hours. Of 250 residents polled, 157 support, 70 oppose, 23 undecided or opinion unknown.
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KU to Pick Alum Leaders
Kansas University Alumni Association will elect three new directors in April from seven nominees. One candidate was nominated by petition, Jay Strayer of Lawrence. The six petition-free nominees were selected by an alumni committee. Ballots go to paid members in April and must be returned by May 10.
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Lawrence
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Logan
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Garden City
Karen Renstrom Chambers
Kansas City
Robert D. Hartley
Baxter Springs
Clinton W. Kanaga Jr
Donald C. Slawson
Wichita
Fatal car crash kills KU graduate student in Lawrence
Michael James Dennison a 24 year old former KU microbiology student died when his 1969 compact car skidded on a wet East 19th Street and New Hampshire Avenue intersection overturned at 1 34 am He was pronounced dead on arrival at Lawrence Memorial Hospital The Kansas University community mourns as investigators note skull fracture injuries and a single occupant vehicle incident in the 100 block of East 19th The vehicle sustained extensive damage listed value 2500 and fire hydrant and traffic sign damages were minor Dennison a Baker University 1968 graduate who attended KU last semester was born June 12 1946 in Villa Park Illinois He is survived by his father Warren C Dennison mother Margaret and sisters Suzanne and Jeanne plus a California grandmother Funeral services are pending in Lawrence under Warren Mortuary
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Snowfall Eases in Lawrence as State Sees Varied Totals
Lawrence reports one inch of new snow with low moisture amid statewide totals of three to four inches. Salina records nine inches, Russell eight, mostly from last week's blizzard. Tonight and Tuesday bring more rain and snow with a fifty percent chance. Operation Haylift to resume for cattle relief.
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New School in Greenwich Village Bombed
A foot long pipe bomb exploded between marble slabs outside the New School for Social Research in Greenwich Village. Windows shattered in the four story building and nearby structures with plate glass blown from a window and two doors. No injuries were reported.
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Capitol Bomb Damages Senate Wing in Early Morning Blast
An early morning bombing ripped through an interior section of the U.S. Capitol Senate wing after a warning call claimed retaliation for the Laos invasion. No injuries were reported, though a restroom and other rooms were damaged. the Senate chamber remained intact as investigators seek the male caller.
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Nixon Reacts With Outrage To Capitol Explosion
President Nixon and Senate leaders voiced shock at an explosion damaging the Capitol’s Senate wing. Nixon called the act deplorable and said Americans will condemn it. FBI and White House officials coordinated assessments as lawmakers urged resilience and stricter security.
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More Snow Forecast Tonight Across Regions
Weather notice reports additional snow tonight for multiple regions with advisory details on accumulation and travel impacts. The article notes expected snowfall intensity and timing, urging residents to plan ahead as school and commute schedules may be affected.
Hert Stover candles at Rexall Adv Service
Key Rexall Adv Service for every faith at Rumpey Funeral Home 843 5111.
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FBI Probe Requested Over Anonymous Letter Alleging Hoover Critique
Senator Mc Govern released an unsigned letter from ten FBI agents urging an investigation into the agency. The letter criticizes J Edgar Hoover for focusing on minor crimes to boost convictions and warns he is tearing down his achievements. An FBI spokesman declined to comment on the anonymous letter’s authenticity.
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