Cooperation strains over 31st Street maintenance split
Editorial urges continued city county cooperation in Lawrence and Douglas County. It notes a shift in responsibility for 31st Street from Gaslight Village to Louisiana Street, with the city seeking to regain control of the eastern stretch. County states it will bill the city, while city cites tight street funds.
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China urged to act as global citizen during Latin America trip
Andres Oppenheimer argues China must increase its aid and engagement after the Haiti donor conference, where Beijing pledged only 1.5 million plus prior gifts. He notes US and EU commitments dwarfed China and urges respect for Latin American laws, greater corporate responsibility, and deeper regional investment as Hu Jintao visits Brazil, Venezuela, and Chile.
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First street car to run up Mount Oread
Fifty or more men work wiring and rails for the first street car on Mount Oread. Lawrence Railway and Light Co. officials say the inaugural car will run up the hill next Sunday with large crowds expected. The chancellor said American football will not be abolished for rugby, and KU will keep its football schedule and Missouri Valley Conference participation.
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Library expansion can boost Lawrence community vitality
Retired Lawrence resident urges support for the proposed Lawrence Public Library expansion. She and her 4 year old grandson enjoy the library, use lower level computers for genealogy research, and rely on interlibrary loan. Expanded space would relieve crowding, lengthen computer access, and enrich downtown Lawrence programs.
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Lawrence hosts Leadership Kansas program kickoff in three year plan
Joan Golden commends Lawrence as the chosen start for Leadership Kansas for three years. Alumni from 105 counties will return for meetings and a football weekend, boosting Lawrence’s bioscience ties, hospitality, and main street retail support while highlighting local values and community warmth.
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Slap on the wrist triggers outrage over D A stance
A reader criticizes the Douglas County district attorney for a light sentence for drunkenly causing a fatal collision in Lawrence. The letter claims the value of a life is undervalued and calls for citywide protest against the D A's approach.
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