Fog and its deadly reach across roads seas and skies
Editorial warns fog’s danger on highways waterways and in aviation citing National Weather Service and NTSB findings. It notes 6 219 U S fog related highway deaths from 1981 to 1989 with California leading at 783 and Kansas seven. Emphasizes sensors and caution to prevent costly crashes.
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James Bradley
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Today in history notes April 29 highlights and birthdays
On April 29 1945 American soldiers liberated Dachau, Joan of Arc entered Orleans in 1429, and multiple historic milestones span 1861 to 1985. Notable birthdays include Fred Zinnemann 84, Tom Ewell 82, Celeste Holm 72, Rod McKuen 58, and Zubin Mehta 55.
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Nixon
Tom Ewell
Celeste Holm
Rod McKuen
Zubin Mehta
Elites Ignore Domestic Needs While Rallying for Iraq and Kurds
A critique of American opinion leaders who prioritize foreign issues over domestic crises. The piece argues elites favor overseas affairs, charity for Kurds, and glamour of international diplomacy, neglecting Medicaid, education, and inner‑city problems. It calls for leaders to invest in U.S. programs, schools, safety, and infrastructure.
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America
Bush
Garden of Eden
Gorbachev
The Green Pond and the Fish Thumb
A couple recounts turning a pond into a murky green swamp despite a filtration system and added fish. By degrees the water darkens, the frog fountain loses its charm, and the couple finally hires a pond cleaning man after a discovery of 42 fish.
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Nature
Letter to the Editor Voices Support for Native American Victims and Police
J E Jenkins of 545 N Highth offers sympathy to the Sevier family and to police officers and their families involved in recent incidents. He defends officers against sensational portrayals, stressing they honor their oath and care for the community while hoping cases involving Native Americans are solved.
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Sevier
J.E. Jenkins
N. Highth
Kansas House eyes 15 percent tuition rise instead of 22
Kansas House Ways and Means Committee favors trimming the proposed 22 percent fall tuition increase at state universities to 15 percent or redirect the extra funds to the next year. Senate committee backed 22 percent, but House opposition remains strong. A Kansas City firm, Barnes & McDonnell, won a $140,000 contract for a storm water drainage master plan. Four Lawrence men face unemployment fraud charges while employed full time. Lawrence High names spring queen finalists. graduating class set around 445 for 1981. Zara Ann Zoellner of Tonganoxie wins Phi Chi Theta Key. Mahlon Ball of Lawrence joins Owl Society.
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Kansas City
Barnes & McDonnell
Lawrence
Zara Ann Zoellner
Tonganoxie
Kansas University
Mahlon Ball
Owl Society
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