Partisanship versus law in Clinton impeachment debate
An editorial questions whether the U S House will impeach William Jefferson Clinton amid Iraqi arms stand off and Starr Lewinsky politics It argues Democrats show unity against impeachment while Republicans show signs of partisanship and asks how the law of the land weighs against polling and party aims
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Notable historical anniversaries and events listed
Entries mark Wright brothers first powered flight near Kitty Hawk in 1903, France recognizing American independence in 1777, Simon Bolivar death in 1830, U S policy on Japanese Americans ending in 1944, Kofi Annan named UN secretary general in 1996, Fox outbidding CBS for NFC package five years ago, and Jack Kevorkian's released from Oakland County jail with a no-help pledge.
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No victory available to Clinton
Washington faces looming impeachment as House vote forces judgment on President Clinton. The piece argues there is no victory for Clinton either way, describing leadership, moral questions, and the global impact as diplomats weigh the consequences of a Senate trial. Jim Hoagland reflects on how Clinton’s conduct has eroded trust and what remains for his time in office.
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Should Congress impeach Clinton over high crimes and misdemeanors
Leonard Pitts argues the public does not want impeachment, urging Congress to listen to voters. He contends impeachment is for grave offenses against the people, not personal dislike, and warns that removing a president overturns an election. The piece questions Washington’s detachment and calls for humility.
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Journal World staff and mailing details 1891
The notice lists staff roles including Deputy Editor Bill Snead and Editor Dolph C. Simons Jr. along with department heads and managers. It provides the publication address in Lawrence Kansas, box 888, and notes USPS post rate, circulation, and association memberships.
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Public Forum Letter on Clinton Impeachment Debate
Darrell A. Lea argues for fair law application in the Clinton impeachment inquiry. He notes perjury must meet legal criteria, defends contextual truth, and suggests broad reader self-reflection on honesty. The Journal-World outlines letters policy and submission details.
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Kansas Students Selected for Rhodes Finals
David Ontjes from Hutchinson and David Mackie of Kansas City were named to represent Kansas in the Rhodes Scholarship finals for a six state region with Ontjes emerging as the winner.
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Topeka Merchants Run Special Excursions Editorial Note
The 1898 Lawrence Journal editorial criticizes Topeka merchants for organizing special excursions to lure shoppers from home merchants. It accuses them of letting excursionists pay their own fares while overcharging and claims Topeka has many deceptive practices, second only to Kansas City.
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