Highway Beautification Act in Jeopardy in Congress
Washington AP The two year old Highway Beautification Act of 1965 now faces revision as billboard interests and Vietnam costs press congress. Critics say removing signs statewide costs far beyond available funds, risking federal highway aid and a potential reshaping of outdoor advertising policy.
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House Hints Powell May Be Seated
Washington AP report notes House leaders suggested Adam Clayton Powell might gain seat through re election in Harlem, while arguing the House alone judges its seating. Powell contends his exclusion was racially motivated and seeks a quick Supreme Court ruling on constitutional issues.
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Baker Blames Circular Roads On Settlers
St Louis geography professor William Baker of Southern Illinois University Edwardsville says the city’s winding streets stem from old French settlers who laid roads at field ends and later houses were built on the farmland. He notes the streets do not conform to a north south or east west grid.
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