Ford critical of military over Mayaguez casualty figures
President Ford voiced impatience at the military for inconsistent Mayaguez casualty reports and early confusion over island locations. He warned that open government hinges on accurate tallies and pledged to share all facts with the public despite ongoing uncertainties about deaths and missing personnel.
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Deadly power mower accident prompts safety reminder
A Kansas City man was killed when a riding mower backing from a trailer overturned and pinned him. The piece warns of the high risk of power lawn equipment and notes about 50,000 Americans seek ER care yearly for mower related injuries. Bystanders can be struck by flying debris from such machines.
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Kansas Sees Slower Traffic Amid 55 MPH Limit Shift
Motorists report more adherence to the 55 mph limit on major roads, with some 60 mph for four-lane segments. Accident injuries and deaths have declined, and fuel savings rise as safety experts credit the speed limit and energy crisis for a nationwide shift toward stricter driving.
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In Celebration Ends AFT Slate Best of Schedule
The American Film Theatre season closes with David Storey’s In Celebration a biting study of a working class family’s fraught reunion The Shaw brothers Andrew Colin and Steven return home for a night of memory friction and unresolved guilt amid sharp dialogue and strong performances from Alan Bates James Bolam and Brian Cox directed by Lindsay Anderson with a claustrophobic single setting and a tense mood.
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Ford and Mayaguez crisis in Cambodia and North Korea
The essay recalls the Mayaguez affair and Ford's cautious yet decisive handling. It argues that U S credibility hinges on a credible deterrent and that appeasement invites piracy on the seas. It cites Kissinger and Nixon era tests, warning that timid responses embolden smaller powers and threaten sovereignty.
Ford's Mayaguez decision signals stronger counterforce stance
Pentagon hawks backed by the Joint Chiefs pressed for minimal use of force but President Ford chose a higher degree of counterforce, vetoing a bombing plan and signaling North Korea with extra force while avoiding another Pueblo. The episode unfolded amid intelligence blackouts and congressional scrutiny.
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KU Plans Temporary Fraser Hall Replacement During Renovation
Plans to convert the Carruth O’Leary residence hall at KU into a temporary Fraser Hall while the new building is built were announced by George B. Smith, vice chancellor for institutional planning.
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Lawrence
Eudora Jaycee
Las Vegas Recession Delayed but Profits Surge in Gambling Hub
The piece notes Nevada casino profits rising well above last year’s pace with the gaming industry posting high profits and tourism close to 30 million visitors. It cites Caesars Palace traffic, MGM Grand revenue, high Strip occupancy, and historical milestones from Bugsy Siegel to Howard Hughes while contrasting American attitudes toward money and luck in Las Vegas.
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Job Hunt Across a Government Tied Firm Sparks Debate
Washington scene shows Everett Dollop describing the pressure of hiring under federal affirmative action and other quotas. He notes plans to hire through minorities, women, veterans, youths, handicapped, ex-offenders, Spanish speakers, and senior citizens while facing potential lawsuits and regulatory scrutiny. The Fair Employment Practices Commission seeks details on American Indian weight watchers on payroll and quota timelines.
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National Alliance of Businessmen
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Parking ticket sparks concerns over Lawrence meters
Mr and Mrs J W Hubbard of Citrus Heights California complain after receiving a ticket in a Lawrence parking space despite paying a meter with a dollar. They report a ten minute absence and a twenty minute meter allowance leading to a disputed over parking citation and call for city finance review.
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