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Newspaper
Lawrence Journal World
Location
Lawrence, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Aug 27, 2011
Page
2
Ella L. Farmer, 62, of Lawrence, died Thursday August 25, 2011 at St. Francis Health Center Topeka. Funeral services are pending and will be announced by Rumsey Yost Funeral Home and Crematory.
George A. Moyer, 59, of Baldwin City, died Thursday August 25 2011 at Lawrence Memorial Hospital. Services are pending and will be announced by Warren McElwain Mortuary in Lawrence.
George E. Tennyson 84 of Lawrence died Friday August 26 2011 at Aldersgate Village Topeka funeral services are pending
The Journal World publishes obituaries for residents or former longtime residents within its circulation area and for others with survivors there. Information should come from a mortuary. Photos are welcome. Details on guidelines and costs are available via the mortuary, by phone, or online at LJWorld com obits policy.
Johnson County Community College launches a four part lecture series on sustainability running Tuesdays from Sept. 13 to Oct. 4 in the Nerman Museum Overland Park. Speakers include Chris Kuehl Mike Ryan Bill Helming and Kristin Riott discussing economic sustainability sustainable agriculture and green living tips. The free talks require registration via 913 469 2323 or jccc edu ce.
Booth, a Lawrence native and successful businessman, spoke at the 10th annual Lawrence Schools Foundation breakfast, recounting his early switch in calculus class and how a teacher pulled him back into math. The event raised 61000 dollars and highlighted the community's emphasis on math and science after Sputnik.
After a campaign speech Booth said raising taxes could fund education but prefers concrete solutions first. He noted his 300 million donation to the University of Chicago business school and emphasized improving education and training over early tax increases. He added he favors funding needs and targeted outcomes over broad tax hikes.
The text reflects uplifting messages about success and gratitude as he and his family repay supporters. Donations flow to the University of Chicago KU Lawrence Schools Foundation and other groups, including a Mrs McReynolds scholarship fund at KU.
Athletic director Sheahon Zenger and coach Bill Self describe a planned university basketball arena project meant to honor KU and basketball history. They envision a premier tourist attraction and recruiting tool featuring memorabilia, food service, and Kansas Athletics gear to showcase the program to recruits and visitors.
Islands Nantucket and Martha's Vineyard brace as at least 2.3 million people are ordered to evacuate across several states. New York City orders 300000+ flood zone departures while subway and bus service shuts midday. Airports close as officials warn of major disruption. Governor Christie urges residents to leave beaches immediately.
Published daily by The World Company at Sixth and New Hampshire streets in Lawrence Kansas. Postal and circulation details include postmaster address and USPS information. The notice lists telephone numbers and official mailing addresses for reader services and subscription changes.
A Friday poll asks if respondents contacted someone on the East Coast about Hurricane Irene evacuation. It shows 47 percent for ready for football, 33 percent undecided, 11 percent still enjoy baseball, 8 percent love both, and directs readers to LJWorld.com for more responses.
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