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Newspaper
Lawrence Journal World
Location
Lawrence, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Dec 12, 1994
Page
2
Washington AP The Postal Service board voted to raise stamp prices, with a 32 cent first class rate taking effect at 12:01 a.m. January 1. The Rate Commission approved the change after hearings, and other mail classes will rise modestly. International rates will increase later. exact dates and amounts are pending.
The Supreme Court refused appeals by anti abortion activists sued as racketeers for blocking access to clinics and other efforts to deter abortions. It let stand a nationwide class action by National Organization for Women and others against several groups including Pro life Action League Project Life and Operation Rescue. The January decision allowed suits under the federal anti racketeering law threatening major financial ruin.
National and world news updates are available by calling J W Access at 865 5000. For national news enter 6705 and for world news enter 6700.
In Gaza under Yasser Arafat seven months into Palestinian autonomy the administration shows weak daily governance. The tax office only recently began visiting delinquent citizens, two major public works fail, schools add night shifts, and a Gazan businessman criticizes the leadership. Arafat cites donor shortfalls and Israeli blockades as contributing factors.
Gaza residents face shortages as donor funds lag and Israeli restrictions curb trade. Tax collections are weak, officials admit disorganization, and critical services deteriorate with poor schooling, sewage, and phone systems. Arafat's promises meet slow progress amid security clashes and donor shortfalls. World Bank official urges timely benefits from peace.
Los Angeles Film Critics Association picks Pulp Fiction as best picture with four awards. Quentin Tarantino earns directing and screenplay honors. John Travolta named best actor. Jessica Lange best actress for Blue Sky. The Lion King named best animated film. Billy Wilder and Pauline Kael receive career honors. Awards set for January 17.
Lawrence weather briefing notes high 29 and low 22 overnight 22 with no precipitation. Past records show high 67 in 1896 and low 43 in 1932. Clinton Lake at 43 degrees, level 875.85 versus normal 875.50. Perry Lake level 891.65 versus normal 891.50. Moon phases listed with last half Jan 4 and full Dec 28. Road condition updates via Journal-World Access line with main number 865-5000 category 6799.
Lawrence area forecast calls for today mostly sunny and clear with a high of 35 and southwest winds 10 to 20 mph. Tonight remains clear with a low around 25 and northwest winds 10 to 20 mph. Tuesday will be sunny with a high near 42 and southwest winds 10 to 15 mph and a low around 21. Wednesday brings a chance of rain or snow with highs in the 30s and lows around 20. Thursday and Friday stay mostly clear and dry with highs in the 30s and lows around 20.
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