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Newspaper
Lawrence Journal World
Location
Lawrence, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Apr 28, 1998
Page
8
consultant Cahill of Bickert Group met with Lawrence groups to define desired leader traits for the school district. He warned the board a unanimous vote is essential in selecting a new superintendent, a goal residents doubt the board can achieve but should strive for.
Haskell Indian Nations University opens its stadium to Kansas University and Lawrence High and Free State High for events and scrimmages. The cooperative use benefits the city and KU, with officials hoping fees help fund stadium upkeep and maintain strong ties.
A six man crew launched from Peru on the raft Kon-Tiki on April 28 1947 for a 101 day Pacific Ocean journey to Polynesia. The expedition showcases historic exploration and daring navigation crossing vast seas with a small crew aboard a primitive craft.
The message directs readers to send address changes to the Journal-Work at BO Box 888, Lawrence Kansas 66044 0888, updating delivery records and ensuring mail reach.
Washington columnist Sandy Grady reports on Paula Jones and Hillary Clinton in a crowded ballroom. The scene blends a televised spectacle with political tension as Clinton receives standing applause while Jones confronts questions from reporters and spectators. Blurred by media hype, the night veers toward a celebrity spectacle with familiar political figures and a symbolic showdown.
A federal case targets Jerome Wenger and six associates for selling tips on air that left elderly listeners with massive losses. The piece cautions granny investors to research companies, use reputable brokers, and beware glossy SEC approved funds and hype while noting risks of telemarketer fraud and online schemes.
Brenda Rhoades argues against relocating the Lawrence Arts Center to downtown replacing the current historic building with alternatives such as Quantrill’s building on New Hampshire Street or the Riverfront Mall. She cautions preserving a facade versus true preservation and urges community discussion before bulldozers.
Local residents were asked to save all old papers and glass during Lawrence Cleanup Week, sponsored by the women's division of the Lawrence Chamber of Commerce. Kansas University Chancellor Raymond Nichols, 69, was asked by chancellor-designate Archie Dykes to stay on at KU after July 1 in an advisory capacity, agreeing to help in any way possible as employee retirement age was 70.
The Lawrence Memorial Hospital Auxiliary selected Mrs Larry Heeb Mrs Tom Parker Mrs W C Hunsinger and Mrs M Davis Watson as officers for the coming year. The item notes 1898 context and mentions KU Board of Regents approval for the Fowler Shops electrical engineering building with Walter Root as architect and funding conditions including a $20 000 equipment provision.
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