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Newspaper
Lawrence Journal World
Location
Lawrence, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Oct 23, 1973
Page
1
Washington AP reports new evidence tying President Nixon to a pledge of $2 million in campaign money for dairy industry favors. A December 16, 1970 letter from Pat Hillings of American Milk Producers Inc. urged dairy subsidies and warned of 1972 contributions, with $135,000 already spent in 1970 races.
A petition signed by 17 law school deans asks Congress to create an independent Watergate prosecutor to replace the abolished office and to name a committee to consider impeaching President Nixon. The move argues Nixon might not fully cooperate with a congressionally appointed prosecutor.
Atty. Gen. Vern Miller states the legislature could legally set a limit on campaign expenditures in statewide elections. He argues a statewide cap would be fairly defensible under the equal protection clause of the U.S. Constitution.
A Lawrence woman saw an unidentified flying object Monday around 6 30 p m in the Alvamar area near the city west limits. She described an orange vapor trail, the object moving straight then spiraling upward leaving eight shaped trails and suspected it was not a normal craft or plane.
The United Fund advance canvass for the business, professional and industrial divisions trails last year but officials expect a strong finish. Roger Hill says the drive will reach its goal of 65 percent of 179 850, about 117 000, with 80 846 48 already counted. Betty Pearson notes 22 of 42 industries contributed, residential drive underway, Kansas University and Lawrence School District joining. The overall drive runs Oct 12 to Nov 6, supporting local agencies such as Red Cross, Boy Scouts, Salvation Army, and more.
Kansas University maintenance and service workers who chose Public Service Employees Union Local 1132 face a challenge from the Kansas Association of Public Employees, the union's opponent. The disputed tally was 157 for Local 1132, 99 for KAPE, and 41 for no representation.
A 12 member Baker University search committee has narrowed candidates for the 23rd president. Acting Dean Don Donahue said applications remain open with 70 received and 130 nominations discussed. Interviews may start late November or January, with another committee meeting scheduled for November 15. Neal Malicky has served as acting president since August 1 after Rev. James Doty departed.
The first Citizens Advisory Council meeting is set for 7 30 p m at city hall with 37 of 45 invited members accepting. Nine women and eight noncasuals join 17 former city commissioners as candidates for the 60 member council to study issues and report to the commission. The gathering will occur in the Fourth Floor meeting room of city hall in the First National Bank building.
At the Centennial year convention in Lawrence the Kansas Grange elected Max A. Bailey as state master. Bailey, a 1000 acre farmer, succeeds James W. Ingwersen who resigns for health reasons. Edward F. Moody becomes gate keeper as Bailey's prior post. Ralph Augur wins a new three year term on the executive committee. The centennial session closes this evening with honors for outstanding deputies and junior grange workers.
Lawrence considers a draft dog and cat ordinance with a late amendment shifting the rule from prohibiting dog owners to prohibiting dogs from running at large. The change would make it unlawful for the dog, not the owner, to run at large within the city.
The Lawrence-Douglas County Planning Commission will discuss a master plan study for Lawrence Municipal Airport at 7:30 p.m. Wednesday in city offices. The city has approved the study and needs planning commission approval for FAA funds. A regional planning briefing and a joint meeting on regional planning follow on Thursday. The agenda also includes final plat Town and County No 4 and two zoning items.
Dwight Whatoname, 26, of 2304 Barker, is jailed on a $100 bond in Lawrence Municipal Court on assault charges. Arrested about 12:10 a.m. near 10th and Massachusetts after police were called to a fight. Two women were treated at Lawrence Memorial Hospital for injuries. Christine Tappija, 18, bruises and unconscious, and Marsha John, 19, possible broken nose.
The Supreme Court refused to hear two Baton Rouge newsmen over contempt fines for reporting a 1971 public hearing. Larry Dickinson of the Baton Rouge State Times and Gibbs Adams of the Baton Rouge Morning Advocate faced $300 fines each after reporting against a federal anti reporting ban. The case questioned whether authorities can enforce prior restraints via contempt rather than illegal content. Frank Stewart, a black civil rights worker, alleged political motivation behind state charges against him, including a 1970 indictment for conspiring to murder the Baton Rouge mayor.
Sun and warm weather allow work to restart at Kansas University on Wescoe Hall and the new student health center. Landscaping west of Wescoe is underway while interior work and grading progress continue on the health center.
The John N. Mitchell and Maurice H. Stans trial was postponed to January 7 as prosecutors and defense seek a White House tape and related documents. Judge Lee P. Gagliardi granted the delay while federal prosecutors await word on whether John W. Dean III records will be released.
LHS enrollment in fine arts and vocational practical arts has risen without matching facilities growth. Subcommittees study new spaces as district plans 1975 safety compliant upgrades and possible reallocation of a 250000 annual capital improvement fund.
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