Open Records Ruling Weakens Kansas Shield, Media Warns
The Kansas Supreme Court ruling in a 1998 case with The Garden City Telegram versus KDOT limits recovery of legal fees for open records violations. The paper argues the decision loosens oversight, as KDOT paid only part of $13,000 in fees, discouraging suits and empowering agencies to ignore requests.
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War of words and corked bat spark varied reactions
At a G eight summit Jacques Chirac urged harmony to heal Iraq frictions. Sammy Sosa faced ejection for corked bat during a Cubs game versus Tampa Bay. Papal aide Navarro-Valls commented on John Paul II plans to visit Mongolia, a largely Buddhist nation with a small Catholic presence.
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Battle of Midway anniversary noted in brief history
The Today in History roundup marks June 4 with key events from 1812 to 1995. Highlights include the Battle of Midway beginning in 1942, Cyprus transfer to Britain in 1878, the Sierra Club incorporation in 1892, Henry Ford’s quadricycle test in 1896, Rome's liberation in 1944, and the Oklahoma City bombing sentencing in 1995.
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Reader Feedback Address for The Telegram Garden City KS
The Telegram invites reader input via email at editor at yetelegram com or by mail to Attn Editor 310 N Seventh St Garden City Kansas 67846, seeking community feedback and suggestions.
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Bush tax cut folly and future deficits warned
Columnist Donald Kaul refutes Bush tax cuts as merely a starting move, predicting an $800 billion down payment and a $3 trillion revenue shortfall over 10 years. He argues continued deficits, reduced social programs, and a televised bid for re election. Kaul notes partisan misgivings and questions democratic faith.
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Social Security reform hype debunked by econ researchers
Dean Baker and Mark Weisbrot argue the social security shortfall projections over 75 years are small and affordable, with benefits secure for 40 years and likely beyond. They challenge Bush administration claims and accuse financial industry interests of driving reform rhetoric.
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Homebound tasks and mail pile up after extended absence
Reading back editions, catching up on messages, and laundry dominate the return. E mails include a Flying Pizza chain letter with silly stakes. Updates note KU attendance by Carter and Giuliani at the Dole Institute. Lydia Gonzales pursues writing despite Parkinson’s, and Navy families from Garden City relate to the Truman carrier. A Moyers essay defends democracy and journalistic duty.
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Marvin) Hamman
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