Graves chooses to finish term rather than flee governor
Kansas Governor Bill Graves rejects Tim Shallenburger’s claim he will resign early. Graves will stay to finish his term through January 2003, matching voter expectations and complicating Shallenburger’s bid for the Republican nomination. Graves will lead the American Transportation Associations after leaving office.
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Delay in Daschle mail causes federal response cited
Reps Burton and Waxman press Postmaster General Potter as FBI and CDC study congressional mail for anthrax contamination after a Daschle letter was opened. New York attorney Tremonte warns of a bullseye on the city. Michael Jordan, back from retirement, scored 19 as the Wizards lost a season opener in New York.
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Thought for the Day by Gide on fear of monsters
Thought for the Day reflects Andre Gide's view that few beings truly deserve the fear we assign to them, suggesting a measured approach to danger and perception. The quote from the French author and critic invites contemplation of courage, proportion, and the nature of threat.
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Numbers notables from Kansas to national events
A Treasury of figures tracks post office routes at the World Trade Center site, wartime rosters, windmills, household makeup, turkey production, and pet lines. It notes Census county growth, WW II memorial fundraising, and regional education, landfills, and accident data for Kansas communities.
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Looking Forward Without Lessons From Afghanistan and Vietnam
Donald Kaul argues Americans overrely on forward momentum and underestimate Afghan fighters, citing Soviet failures in Afghanistan and Vietnam. He warns against repeating brutal, destructive tactics and recalls a Times account of Afghan resistance. Kaul, veteran Washington columnist, reflects on fear, resolve, and the cost of ignoring history.
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Halloween Day in History Highlights and Births
This Wednesday October 31, 2001 marks Halloween and the 304th day of the year with 61 days remaining. Notable anniversaries include Martin Luther posting the 95 Theses in 1517 and poet John Keats’s birth in 1795.
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