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Newspaper
Lawrence Journal World
Location
Lawrence, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Nov 19, 1973
Page
1
Douglas County World War II rationing board members say gasoline rationing today would be preferable to higher taxes to curb fuel use. They note past shortages, coupon allocations, and the need to protect farmers while admitting public anger and tougher administration today.
An Allen Air single engine plane made a water landing at Perry Lake after a crankshaft accessory drive gear stripped five teeth. All six aboard, from Topeka, escaped unharmed as the craft was salvaged and sent for metallurgical analysis.
The United Fund trails its $179 850 target by about 10 000 as it nears Thanksgiving wrap up. The business division surpassed its goal, while other divisions including residential, school district, city county government and KU await a second canvass.
The University Senate Executive Committee at Kansas University urged professors to reschedule Dec 17 or 18 finals for football team members managers KU Band members cheerleaders and others with official Liberty Bowl obligations. They suggested arrangements for students who want to attend the game.
Lawrence Fire Department extinguished a fire on the wooden lid of a cistern at 649 North Seventh Street around 4 a.m. today with no damage reported. Earlier, a false alarm at 306 Homestead rang just after midnight, and a trash fire at 770 Rent was reported early Sunday.
In Athens police and troops rounded up construction workers and youths after anti-government demonstrations. About 866 arrests were reported with 662 released. nine killed and four wounded amid martial law and curfews as authorities move toward elections.
Good Health Inc. distributed a $30,000 study to LMH board of trustees and medical staff outlining present facilities and future expansion options. Trustees may consider public release and bond financing. no action expected before January. board to discuss at the next monthly meeting.
New York stock market slipped sharply after a brief Friday rally as concerns over the energy crisis weighed on prices. Analysts cited continued energy worries and cautious trading as the index declined.
The Senate passed a bill extending the life of the Watergate grand jury. The measure, already approved by the House, awaits Nixon's signature. It adds a six month extension and allows a further six month extension by the chief judge of the U S Court of Appeals as requested by the grand jurors.
Four lawyers including City Attorney Milton P. Allen revise the proposed animal control ordinance due for 2 p.m. Tuesday. They removed illegal provisions banning property damage by dogs and an ownership cap of five dogs over six months old. Also involved were George Melvin Gene Riling and Commissioner Barkley Clark. The commission may extend the housing code inspection area and will meet Haskell Indian Junior College students after the session.
City Commission weighs a resolution to proclaim November 18 to 24 as Beat Missouri Week and considers construction of storm sewers for East 22nd Terrace and Delaware Street. Plans for paving East 22nd Terrace Delaware Street and Yale Road are reviewed. Kroger requests vacation of 20 feet of 23rd Street right of way. Minutes from boards and appraisers reports on special assessments are received. Additional items include vacation request for Center Street, animal control ordinance amendment, creation of M-4 zoning district, and appointments to boards.
A Saturday gambling raid at 516 E Eighth led County Court Judge Mike El to order six men to donate about 150 dollars seized from the table to a local charity. Four men already pled guilty and paid 50 dollar fines for gambling. Albert Thomas paid 150 for carrying a concealed weapon and pleaded not guilty to gambling with a Dec 11 trial date set. John Ragland did not appear and faces future arraignment.
The Lawrence Fire Department investigates an arson fire at St. John's Church 1229 Vermont. An altar cloth was ignited destroying the cloth and damaging the altar and carpet. a florist employee delivering to the church spotted the blaze. Fire chief says no leads yet. the cloth valued at 60 dollars.
Lawrence police investigate a Saturday burglary at an apartment on 512 Miss. They entered through an unlocked window and stole a miniature TV, stereo system and tape deck, headphones, and a harmonica valued at $585 from residents Chris Bax and Paul Ballard.
Senate Judiciary Committee hears two law professors clash over whether rolling back the attorney general salary from 60 000 to 35 000 can clear Senator Saxbe for appointment. Prof Kurland calls it unconstitutional evasion, while Van Alstyne argues rollback would meet the constitutional intent and make Saxbe eligible.
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