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Newspaper
Lawrence Journal World
Location
Lawrence, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Aug 28, 2007
Page
1
On August 28, 1963, about 200,000 gathered in Washington for a peaceful civil rights rally. Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. delivered his landmark I Have a Dream oration before the Lincoln Memorial, signaling a pivotal moment in the movement.
California Assembly approves a bill barring teen drivers under 18 from using cell phones and text devices even with hands free. If enacted, the law would take effect in July with fines starting at twenty dollars. Gov. Schwarzenegger may sign SB 33, which aims to reduce teenage crash deaths. the measure returns to the Senate for amendments.
The Dutch government will allocate 38 million dollars over four years to curb Islamic fundamentalism and right wing nationalism. Interior Affairs Minister Guusje ter Horst says funds will support neighborhood and school level programs addressing radicalization of Dutch youth. The Anne Frank Institute notes a surge in racist incidents after Theo van Gogh's 2004 murder, triggering retaliatory attacks.
In Puerto Rico Gen George Casey said the Pentagon seeks sacrifices from National Guard troops and families as Guard use grows. He outlined a plan for one year deployed with five years at home, aiming to ease pressure while avoiding a drop in enlistments. Some troops already serve 15 months in Iraq.
The annual Big Tex Choice Awards at the State Fair of Texas features seven fried entries including Deep Fried Latte Fried Chili Frito Burri and Fried Cookie Dough. Contestants boast bold flavors as past fried favorites reappear with new twists and saucy toppings.
The Journal World lists contact numbers and emails for departments including local and county government Kansas University Lawrence schools business sports arts and entertainment letters to the editor obituaries and photo reprints. It provides outside Lawrence numbers and staff listings with editors assignment directors and department heads.
A Lawrence poll asks residents whether to approve a proposed sales tax. The results show a split among voters with a notable portion undecided. Readers are invited to vote at www.ljworld.com to cast their ballot.
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