KU Rhodes Scholar Munro Richardson Highlights University Pride
Kansas University graduate Munro Richardson, now at Harvard, is among 32 Rhodes scholars nationwide and the 24th KU student to win the award since 1953. His win follows a Mellon Fellowship and precedes a Marshall choice, underscoring KU’s strong academics and student leadership. Congratulations go to Richardson, other KU competitors, their families, and the university.
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Cuomo's tough talk on tv violence masks hesitation for presidency
Governor Mario Cuomo voices strong views on reducing television violence while showing mixed messages on policy and delay. He warns lawmakers to curb media violence or risk government action, yet his stance on the Oklahoma murder case signals procrastination and cautious, undecided leadership.
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Jefferson Davis Dies in New Orleans in 1889
On December 6, 1889, Jefferson Davis the only president of the Confederate States of America died in New Orleans. The note also recalls 1790 Congress moving to Philadelphia, 1884 Washington Monument completion, and 1957 a failed Cape Canaveral satellite launch attempt.
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Journal-World Staff Credits and Postage Notice
This item lists the Journal-World staff roles including Bill Snead Deputy Editor Robert Nordyke Managing Editor Caroline Trowbridge News Editor Ann Gardner Editorial Page Editor Tom Fisher Advertising Manager Dolph Simons III Operations Manager Dan Simons New Ventures Donna Wiley Controller Dallas Dolan Production Manager William Sutcliffe Circulation Manager and a Postmaster notice with address for changes to the Lawrence Kansas newspaper.
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Nixon Still Pushing Policies As He Turns 81
Former president Richard Nixon, appearing vigorous during a Park Ridge interview, discusses upcoming book Beyond Peace and his views on NAFTA, Russia Ukraine relations, privatization, and U.S. domestic policy. He urges reform in Russia, champions economic freedom, and signals nonrunning in 1996 while stressing continued political engagement.
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Quantum Opportunities Program shows success for teens
In Philadelphia a Ford Foundation funded effort aided 25 at risk 9th graders in the Quantum Opportunities Program. Over four years 18 went to college, three into apprenticeships, two into high school equivalency, one remained in high school, and one ended up in jail.
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Public Forum Voicing Wetlands Woes At South Lawrence Trafficway
Deborah Altus criticizes Douglas County for not notifying Haskell Indian Nations University about wetlands under threat and notes Elkins Prairie was plowed three years ago. She questions county’s ability to protect Haskell wetlands if the trafficway proceeds and proposes expanding bus service as a cheaper alternative.
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Old Home Town Expenditures and Awards Reported
Expenditures for the Kansas University campus reached 29.2 million for the year ending June 30. Lawrence builders anticipate surpassing 20 million in 1968, exceeding the 12.4 million 1967 mark. Rev. Harold G. Barr and educator Henry Shenk were named Kiwanis Substantial Citizen Award winners for 1968.
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