Laser discs spark a Lawrence video cult at Miracle Video
KU graduate Joseph Duncan leads a laser disc movement in Lawrence praising high resolution 430 line picture and CD quality sound. He notes LDs offer superior playback with no tape distortion, while acknowledging no recording capability and higher upfront costs. Laser players also play CDs, aiding mainstream appeal.
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Mount Rushmore Fourth of July dedicates 50th anniversary
Bob Hope Jimmy Stewart Mary Tyler Moore and Billy Dee Williams join a July Fourth dawn dedication at Mount Rushmore to mark the 50th anniversary with a 6 a.m. start. NBC's Tom Brokaw and Mary Hart also agreed to participate, with others like Ricardo Montalban Rosemary Clooney and Johanna Meier joining a concert and readings. Roles may shift as more stars sign on and the event may be televised.
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