Kansas GOP sees moderates gain in 3rd District leadership
In Overland Park a Lawrence woman Alice Ann Johnston was elected vice chair of the four county GOP group signaling a shift toward moderates. The 4th District reorganization points to possible new state leadership as conservatives remain divided, amid calls for unity and broader base.
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Historical milestones from 1928 and 1577
On December 13, 1928, George Gershwin’s An American in Paris premiered at Carnegie Hall in New York. In 1577, Sir Francis Drake began a nearly three year voyage from England aboard five ships around the world.
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Clinton Gaza visit casts light on peace effort and risk
Washington Post columnist Jim Hoagland analyzes President Clinton underlining the Gaza trip's political stakes with Yasser Arafat and Benjamin Netanyahu. The trip, born from Wye commitments, tests Oslo’s viability as unrest grows and leadership roles blur. Clinton, Arafat, and Netanyahu face delicate diplomacy amid danger and skepticism.
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Civil rights choice adds to Clinton year of disgrace
George Will argues that Clinton’s 1997 appointment of Bill Lam Lee as assistant attorney general for civil rights was unconstitutional and politically disastrous. He blames the Senate for acquiescence, notes prior nominations, and links the episode to broader claims of executive lawlessness and ongoing scandals.
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Washington Post Writers Group
Periodicals Postage Note for Lawrence Publication
Periodicals postage paid at Lawrence Kansas indicates payment status for mailing. It notes membership in the Audit Bureau of Circulations and the Associated Press, reflecting standard industry affiliations.
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Nieder Acres annexation bid fails 3-2 vote
City commission defeat halts Nieder Acres plan covering 82 acres southwest of town. Lawrence Journal of Dec 13, 1898 urged charity noting a prosperous year yet many children would receive no Christmas token, prompting an opera house event with music and stereoscopic views on December 28 for underprivileged youngsters.
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Fans strike back at pro sports pay and TV access
Public Forum letter from Alex Hormell urges fans to stop supporting overpaid athletes and owners, calling for a fan-focused reversal of the status quo. He questions pay-per-view ideas and asks readers to share the notion of restoring fan control of the game.
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