Census Count Discrepancy Challenges Lawrence Population
The editorial questions the 2000s population count for Lawrence after the Census found 87,643 residents, while local estimates reached at least 92,000. It cites potential undercounting, vacancy rates, and shifts in neighborhood populations, urging thorough review and planning to address declining growth and complacency.
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Egypt election odds favor Islamist parties in early round
Trudy Rubin analyzes Egypt’s first free elections where Islamist groups led in round one. The Muslim Brotherhood and Nour Party surged amid weak campaigns by Facebook rebels and civil-society critics, while the ruling military (SCAF) faces a choose between civilian rule and maintaining perks. The outcome hinges on the remaining rounds and how the generals respond.
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New York
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Mohamed ElBaradei
Christmas Eve 70 Years Ago A World in War Reflected
Leonard Pitts Jr recalls a 70 year old Christmas Eve moment when President Roosevelt and Prime Minister Churchill lit the national tree at the White House and spoke of hope amid war and economic hardship. The piece contrasts that era’s sacrifice with today’s faults while urging resilience and faith.
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Public Forum Gratitude for Betty’s Kindness in Lawrence
Saundra Rangish thanks a Lawrence woman named Betty who gave a ride across town after Rangish’s car failed near the post office before a doctor’s appointment. Rangish praises the Christmastime spirit and hopes to pass kindness to others. The Journal-World invites public letters under 250 words and provides submission options.
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Lawrence
Journal-World
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Lawrence KS
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Attacks Prompt Kansas Cities Dog Control Laws 1986
In 1986 a pit bull attack on three year old Robert Cole Corbridge at his grandmother’s Eudora home spurred state wide concern. The incident led to at least 46 Kansas towns adopting dog control laws and Douglas County passing a resolution restricting ownership of vicious dogs and mandating at least $50,000 insurance for owners of dogs prone to such behavior.
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Eudora
Robert
Kansas
Douglas County Commission
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