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Newspaper
Lawrence Journal World
Location
Lawrence, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Dec 19, 1997
Page
1
South Korea elected Roh Moo Hyun Thursday, marking a decisive end to a generation of crusaders. The race was the closest in the country’s history, signaling a pivotal shift in national leadership and policy direction.
Free State High will retire its Firebird mascot after licensing officials ruled it closely mirrors Temple University Owl. Athletics director Steve Grant said a moderate redesign is planned, with Collegiate Licensing Inc noting the need to avoid duplication before the next school year.
President Clinton said U S forces will remain in Bosnia until the job is done, rejecting a permanent presence and stressing benchmarks for withdrawal. He outlined goals including police reform, independent media, refugee return, and war criminals being tried, as he and Hillary prepare to visit Tuzla.
Washington AP. Kansans on military committees urge President Clinton to specify how long U S troops will stay in Bosnia Herzegovina. Sen Pat Roberts warns the mission could stretch for decades if not careful after Clinton extended, but offered no new cutoff. See Kansas, page 3A.
SNL star Chris Farley was found dead at 33 in his John Hancock Building apartment on Michigan Avenue. Police reported no foul play and an autopsy was planned, while colleagues noted his struggles with weight and substance use amid a career known for Matt Foley and other physical comedy.
Washington experts urge caution during the holiday season as alcohol related highway deaths rise and accidental gun deaths involving children peak in December. NTSB chief Jim Hall cites drunk driving trends while authorities launch a Holiday Lifesaver Weekend with intensified patrols through December 21.
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