Governor Finney urged to break school finance impasse
Editorial argues Governor Finney should craft a refined compromise plan for school funding, detailing adjustments to her proposal to bridge House Senate divides. It notes funding sources, gaming funds, sales tax exemptions, and the need for leadership and a balanced approach before April 29 adjournment.
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Lawrence police seek 18 percent raise in new year
The Lawrence police plan an 18 percent base salary increase for the coming year with a target starting pay of 17 500 dollars. City personnel director Jackie McClain leads negotiations as the city aims to balance workforce with patient load at LMH, which faces 35 full time job losses after 113 000 dollars in revenue declines.
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Sleaze in eye of beholder in 1992 campaign glare
The piece harshly labels Bill Clinton sleaze for alleged personal indiscretions and casts George Bush as evasive on Iran Contra and covert arms transfers. It questions U.S. policy in the Middle East, criticizes Libyan blame, praises Jordan’s king, and rails at Perot while urging voters to choose between domestic scandal and foreign policy complexity.
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TV Cowboys to Save America From Lawyers in Prime Time
A columnist argues for restoring cowboys to television in the 1950s style, condemning lawyers in prime time and urging a civic return to civility. The piece envisions the president ordering TV bosses to cancel lawyer-dominated fare and reintroduce heroic, respectful cowboys to uplift national dignity.
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Today in History Highlights Henry VIII and Oklahoma Land Rush
In 1509 Henry VIII ascended England's throne after Henry VII's death. In 1889 the Oklahoma Land Rush began at noon with thousands staking claims. In 1898 the Spanish American War opened with the USS Nashville capturing a Spanish merchant ship off Key West.
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Lock Haven Defies Pork Barrel Water Project Fight
In Lock Haven Pennsylvania residents urge returning an $86 million water levee project funded by federal pork. Opponents cite flood risk, toxic soils, and ruined historic burial ground while supporters led by Rep. Clinger and Sen. Specter push for completion despite a funds shortfall and local tax impact.
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