Increase In Crime Across United States in Early 1962
FBI Director Edgar Hoover reports a 1 percent rise in overall crime for the first quarter of 1962 compared with early 1961. Violent crimes rose 6 percent, daytime home burglaries up 18 percent, bank robberies up 16 percent, and shoplifting up 11 percent. City breakdowns for St. Louis Wichita Topeka Kansas City Kan show varied increases and missing 1961 data for Kansas City Mo.
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College of Emporia to Seek $1 Million in Five Years
Dr. Robert W. Youngs a College of Emporia trustee says the college will not close despite financial troubles. Trustees meet in Wichita on June 3 and the Kansas Presbyterian Synod meets the next day to plan raising $1 million over the next five years. An Emporia area drive exceeded a $150,000 goal by $6,000, triggering a $250,000 incentive gift from five anonymous donors. Dr. Youngs is senior pastor of Wichita’s First Presbyterian Church.
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Gambles Freezer Foods Contest Opens With Weight Guess
Enter the Gambles contest by guessing the total weight of all freezer foods in the Home Freezer. No purchase required and no obligation. Contest ends May 31.
Nixon rallies California Republicans for big primary win
LOS ANGELES AP Former Vice President Richard M Nixon presses California Republicans to turnout in force in next week's primary. He promotes a large GOP vote as proof of strength and a path to victory in November. Nixon expects to win the gubernatorial nomination amid a battle with Assemblyman Joseph C Shell and aims to unite the party afterward. He emphasizes a shift to daily public appearances and a expanded campaign staff as Brown leads polls early.
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