Planning Commission rejects Nieder Acres annexation 5-4
Lawrence Planning Commission votes 5-4 against Nieder Acres annexation after a late switch by Lawrence- Douglas County member Lawr ence Lamb. The 82 acre area southwest of Lawrence faces debated city action with 30 residents opposing. County and city appointees split on the outcome as discussions focus on utilities and potential tax impacts.
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Richard McClanathan
Ford Urges Nixon to Hold More News Conferences
Vice President-designate Gerald R. Ford said he urged President Nixon to broaden public contacts and hold more news conferences to restore credibility after Watergate. Ford testified on his qualifications before the House Judiciary Committee amid impeachment consideration.
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Sara J. Clark Dies After lengthy illness at 1641 Hillcrest
Sara J. Clark wife of notable Midwest auto dealer Jim Clark died at 54 after cancer treatment in Houston and at KU Medical Center. Services planned for Saturday at Warren Mortuary with Burial in Memorial Park Cemetery. Survivors include husband two daughters a son mother two brothers and six grandchildren. Clark longtime Lawrence resident and social leader with ties to Sigma Alpha Tau Cosmopals and Beta Sigma Phi.
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Nixon Highlights Achievements Amid Watergate Questions
Nixon opened with a list of claimed admin gains including ending the Vietnam War, returning U S prisoners of war, ending the draft, and improving relations with Russia and China. He faced cheers and brief applause, while questions arose over financing of his real estate holdings connected to Watergate-era scrutiny.
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Woodlawn PAC to Meet on Behavior Analysis Program
The Woodlawn School Parents Advisory Committee will meet at 7 30 tonight in the Behavior Analysis office. The PAC subcommittee on evaluation is expected to report results of a parents opinion survey.
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Senate Balks at Gasoline Edict in Energy Bill Battle
The Senate defeated an amendment to force Nixon to order gasoline rationing by Jan. 15, 48 to 4, as debates over mandatory fuel allocation delayed passage of a broad energy bill. Senate leaders signaled possible delays into Friday with House action pending and a focus on controlling fuel distribution.
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Nixon weighs fuel taxes against rationing for energy cuts
The Nixon administration debates using fuel taxes as a tool to curb consumption, with officials split over whether rationing will be needed early next year. An energy task force plans to present tax recommendations within a week, potentially including surcharges on gasoline, electricity, and natural gas.
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Coroner Links Youth Death to Barbiturates
The county coroner ties the death of 19 year old Randy Webster to barbiturate use. Autopsy found he choked on his vomit after vomiting while depressed by the drug. State toxicology showed a moderate barbiturate level with no other narcotics detected.
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Richardson Planned Probe Expansion Amid Scandal Probe
Former Atty. Gen. Elliot L. Richardson planned a broad expansion of the Justice Department fraud investigations and proposed legislation to outlaw campaign dirty tricks. He urged Acting Atty. Gen. Bork to push election reform and campaign finance issues, citing Maryland kickback probes and Watergate as motivators.
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County orders slower driving and lower power use
The Douglas County Commission asked all officials to drive county vehicles at 50 mph and limit lights and power use. Buildings should have thermostats at minimal comfort levels. furnace adjustments may be needed to counter cold winds while maintaining 70 degrees when needed.
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