Cooper’s Flight Threatened By Cloud Forecast
Cape Canaveral forecasted heavy morning cloudiness threatening to obscure the Atlas launch of Gordon Cooper on a 22 orbit flight lasting over 34 hours. NASA predicted partial sky coverage with overcast periods and cautioned that cloud cover could limit vital camera coverage during the boost phase.
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Service At Home or Away Rum Sey Funeral Home Adv
Local funeral service note lists Rum Sey Funeral Home and contact VI 3-5111 for arrangements. This brief notice presents a funeral service option with at home or away needs.
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Troops in Birmingham Mobilize for Federal Action
The first Army riot control unit arrives in Birmingham Alabama to prepare for potential federal troops. Maj. Gen. Creighton Abrams directs the operation as the Army chief of staff rep Earle Wheeler and Brig. Gen. John T. Corley join officials alongside Justice Department troubleshooters establishing a downtown HQ.
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City Commission to discuss widening 1100 block of Massachusetts
The Lawrence City Commission will meet Tuesday at 3 p.m. in City Hall to discuss widening the 1100 block of Massachusetts Street by 12 feet. The plan, approved by the city, faces protests from the Traffic and County Commissions and would require further actions including a resolution, ordinances, and bid processes. Additional agenda items include bids for city parking lot improvements, a public hearing on sewer assessments for Pioneer Ridge Addition, and final readings on the Lawrence Avenue sewer lift station expansion.
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Lawrence Art Festival Draws About 2000 Visitors
The second annual Lawrence Art Festival at the Community Building from Friday through Sunday drew about 2,000 visitors. There were 160 exhibits by local artists, all original works, co sponsored by the Lawrence Art Guild and the Lawrence Recreation Commission. The event was called a complete success, with expectations of a 1964 third show.
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California Aviatrix In Brisbane After Pacific Flight
Betty Merrill 37, first woman to fly solo across the Pacific from California, received a civic reception in Brisbane. She plans to fly home as a passenger, presenting Brisbane acting lord mayor Norman Buchan with a gold key from Santa Monica and a Brisbane silver platter from Brisbane Calif citizens.
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Supreme Court Rules on Union Dues for Railroad Workers
The High Court held that a railroad worker cannot be compelled to pay union dues used for political purposes. Justice Brennan announced a ruling returning the case to North Carolina for determinations of political expenditures and the share of dues spent on politics. Justice Harlan dissented in part and concurring in part.
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Kansas University Spring Finals Schedule and Events
Lawrence KU students face final exams from May 24 to May 30 with commencement on June 13. Graduation is set for 7 p.m. June 3 at Memorial Stadium. Paul Winter Sextet performed in Murphy Hall drawing about 600 as they tour the United States before a State Department Europe tour. KU freshman baseball visits Washburn at 1 30 p.m. Tuesday and may feature quarterback Steve Renko on the mound after a 3 1 victory over Miami Juco.
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Kansas juniors join Sachem Circle of Omicron Delta Kappa
Twenty two junior men at Kansas University including David Stinson of Lawrence are elected to Sachem Circle of Omicron Delta Kappa national honor society for senior men. Members span Lawrence Meade Hugo ton Glen dale Mo. Shawnee Mission and other cities with academic leadership cited.
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Glendale
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Shawnee Mission
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Pittsburg
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Kansas City
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Augusta
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Coffeyville
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Wichita
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Des Moines
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Salina
Jerald L. Pullins
Council Grove
Gary Alan Smith
Forrest Alan Stamper
Plainville
Robert Austin Swan Jr
Topeka
Thomas Ward Tatlock
Frank Wilson Thompson, Jr
Iola
David Arthur White
Prairie Village
Three Railroads Announce Merger Acquisition Plan
SAN FRANCISCO AP three railways outlined merger acquisition plans. Union Pacific and Rock Island would merge, Southern Pacific to acquire Rock Island lines into Kansas City at a price to be set. Approval hinges on directors stockholders and the Interstate Commerce Commission.
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Sylvester Highlights Real Issue Behind TFX Fighter Dispute
Washington AP Asst. Sec. of Defense Arthur Sylvester says the core issue in the TFX controversy has been obscured by subcommittee testimony and press coverage. He argues the pivotal decision for McNamara is replacing multiple airframes with a single aircraft for both the Air Force and Navy to curb waste and duplication.
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Whitenight speaks at Lawrence Rotary about Boys State
Lawrence High School senior Ken Whitenight, governor of Boys State, described the government in action program at a noon Lawrence Rotary Club meeting. He recalled his Kansas Boys State election, Boys Nation in Washington, and the move of the program to Kansas University. Two LHS seniors attended as guests.
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Richards Gebaur F 102 crash claims pilot near base
An Air Force pilot died today when an F 102 crashed shortly after takeoff at Richards Gebaur Air Force Base in Kansas City. Officials will release the name after next of kin are notified. the pilot died on arrival at the base hospital.
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Iowa U Honors Late Prof Kate Daum With Kate Daum House
The University of Iowa will name an eight story $1 790 000 women’s dormitory Kate Daum House to memorialize late Prof Kate Daum. A KU alumna and former director of nutrition at Iowa University Hospital she chaired nutrition in the Iowa College of Medicine and received the 1947 University citation. The building is expected to be ready by fall 1964.
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Hutchinson Wins $15 Million KPL Expansion Project
Kansas Power and Light announces Hutchinson as the site for a 200000 kilowatt unit to be added to the Hutchinson generating station. The $15 million facility, including a turbo generator and boiler, will raise total capacity to 280000 kilowatts and boost system capacity about 25 percent, with construction expected March 1964 and completion Spring 1966.
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Abilene
Two KU Freshmen Win Major Awards at Wichita Piano Audition
KU freshman George H. Pro of Leawood won the Naftzger Young Artist Award of 500 dollars at the Naftzger Young Artists Audition in Wichita among 40 pianists. Jose Sandoval of Monterrey Mexico earned the 250 dollar Naftzger Instrumental Award. Judges named 13 finalists. Pro will perform as guest soloist with the Wichita Symphony Orchestra in four concerts in 1963 1964.
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Leawood
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Jose Sandoval
Monterrey
Mexico
Angelica M. von Sauer
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Handel
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KU Team Wins Big 8 College Bowl Championship
Three seniors from Stephenson Scholarship Hall and a freshman led Kansas University to the Big 8 championship, defeating Oklahoma State 385-175 in the final after beating Missouri in the semifinal. Missouri beat Colorado earlier. team members include Hadley Scott Hiebert and Girard.
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Colorado
Chris Hadley
Prairie Village
Willard Hiebert
Whitewater
David Scott
Jackson Heights
N. Y
James Girard
Wichita
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Vandalism Reported at Lakeview Cabin Incident
Undersheriff Rex Johnson says the Ira Smith cabin at Lakeview was damaged and a small boat sunk by vandals Sunday. Several persons will be questioned today. a rock and concrete block were thrown through the east window but the cabin was not entered. Lakeview is five miles northwest of Lawrence. Crowds at Lone Star Lake and the Kaw River banks were heavy Saturday and Sunday.
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Picnic Area at Lone Star Sees Busy Use Despite Vandalism
Undersheriff notes widespread use of the Lone Star picnic area on Sunday. He calls the activity positive though condemns vandalism as unnecessary and foolish, urging responsible behavior.
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Kennedy to Visit Alabama for TVA Anniversary
President Kennedy will fly to northern Alabama on Saturday to mark the 30th anniversary of the Tennessee Valley Authority. He has ordered federal troops to Birmingham as part of the ongoing racial unrest response.
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Card of Thanks from Huelan Richardson
I thank all my friends and relatives for the beautiful birthday cards and kind wishes. Your thoughtfulness means a lot to me.
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