Winter storm blankets Kansas with up to 6 inches of snow
A southwestern storm brings heavy snowfall across Kansas with up to six inches in some areas by midmorning. Roads slick and many schools closed in Wichita region as gusty winds and drifting add to dangerous travel. Highs reach 30s, lows near 10 to 20s, with a weekend cold snap and limited precipitation forecast.
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Topeka
Kan
Kansas
Wichita
Enterprise
Kansas 15
National Weather Service
Herington
Onaga
Caldwell
Hesston
Russell
Pittsburg
Coffeyville
Goodland
Bennett opposes new tax cut in Kansas
Kansas Governor-elect Robert F. Bennett said he favors tax relief through existing programs rather than a new tax cut. He cited a $150 million surplus but stressed revenue is needed for state obligations. Bennett backs aid to local schools and expanding the HomeStead Property Tax Relief Act. He also announced Jim J. Marquez as his pardon attorney.
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Peka
Kan
Robert F. Bennett
Bennett
Duane McGill
Winfield
Jim J. Marquez
Lenexa
Watergate jury members moved from acquittal to conviction
In the Watergate cover up trial four defendants saw jurors who initially favored acquittal shift during deliberations. Jurors spoke anonymously about how nine women and three men discussed each count around the oak table, with the 28 White House tapes cited as most influential.
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Washington
U.S
John J. Sirica
Watergate
Richard M. Nixon
Nixon
White House
Gold Reels Under Balk in Early Market Slide
Gold prices fell across U S and European bullion markets as Americans show reluctance to buy after legal purchase resumed. New York Mercantile Exchange futures opened higher then dropped about six dollars, with January contracts down to 177 per ounce and BT O February and March futures also lower.
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Lee Mitgang
U.S
New York
Chicago Board of Trade
Convictions in Watergate Case Reach A New Stage
In a federal court, John N. Mitchell H R Haldeman John D. Ehrlichman and Robert C. Mardian were convicted of conspiracy obstruction of justice and perjury. Kenneth Parkinson was acquitted on conspiracy and obstruction. Sentencing set later with appeals planned.
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Washington
Richard M. Nixon
Democratic National Committee
John N. Mitchell
White House
H. R. Haldeman
John D. Ehrlichman
Warning To Local Motorists In City Snow Storm
Drivers urged to proceed with caution as streets iced by overnight snow sleet and rain. Police Chief C C Johnson advised snow tires or chains if coverage grows deep. Public Works Director Bob Moore said crews began treating arterials and school routes at 4 30 this morning and would continue as storm moves out.
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C.C. Johnson
Bob Moore
Wilson
Moore
Snow Chokes Roads As Wreckers Run Busy
An employee at Crites Body Shop says two tow trucks have responded to eight calls from stranded motorists since 10 AM with several more waiting. Snow likely contributed to two accidents, a three vehicle crash on US-59 near Princeton curve and a jackknifed semi on I-35 east of LeLoup.
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Crite
Main
Franklin County Sheriff’s Department
Us- 59
Princeton
LeLoup
I-35
Ford Returns From Skiing Vacation To Washington
President Ford leaves Vail Colorado after a 12 day ski and work vacation and prepares to tackle major economic and energy policy decisions. He named James T. Lynn to head the OMB and signed a privacy act while avoiding comment on CIA spying reports.
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Vail, Colo
Ford
Washington
James T. Lynn
Roy L. Ash
Office of Management and Budget
CIA
Vail
Ron Nessen
Central Intelligence Agency
United States
William C. Colby
Colby
Nelsen
Ford Pocket
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James F. Neal
San Clemente
Calif
Rocky Mountain
Grand Junction
Colo
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