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Newspaper
Lawrence Journal World
Location
Lawrence, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Dec 05, 1999
Page
11
The Chamber Report urges residents to buy locally to maximize the money's impact. Judy Billings notes a dollar spent at a Lawrence shoe store can cycle through six local businesses, funding taxes, schools, roads, safety, and community initiatives while supporting local jobs and services.
Kass Senate President Dick Bond promotes a grass roots campaign asking state legislators to increase faculty salaries at state universities. He notes skeptics may listen if students lead, especially Kansas students, since in state tuition benefits from state tax dollars and higher salaries protect education quality.
In Manchester Bush avoids major slips during WMUR TV debate as critics label his tax plan timid. Broder notes his minimal campaign style, strong people skills, and cautious strategy may carry him toward the White House, though his lack of bold, decisive leadership remains questioned.
Mark Shields argues the 2000 campaign centers on values, culture, and social cohesion rather than economics. He recalls James Carville’s stance, cites Clinton era economic gains, and notes public anxieties about globalization and community erosion with eleven months left in the race.
Kim Gouge writes to the Journal-World Public Forum about a parking ticket for being within 30 feet of a stop sign near Sunset Hill Elementary. She measured 13 feet 3 inches from the sign, notes lack of signs or painted warnings, and urges clearer signage or longer curb painting to avoid entrapment. She will pay the $10 fine but questions citizen preparation and signage.
KU announces nine finalists from Lawrence William Jackson and Suzanne Calvin among the contenders for a four person College Bowl team to represent the university in the nationally televised quiz competition. Also notes a 1959 raid where Sheriff Dale Chappell destroyed eight stat machines and three pinball machines in a public execution after illegal operation by multiple sources.
The Lawrence Journal on December 5 1899 notes a gathering at the Merchants Association clubhouse at 725 Vt with over 100 attendees. A banquet began at 10 o clock and praise goes to FW Barteldes for his football enthusiasm and leadership.
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