23 Dec 2001
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Newspaper
Lawrence Journal World
Location
Lawrence, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Dec 23, 2001
Page
1
One Lawrence resident enjoys a renovated home with new carpeting and repairs thanks to a volunteer program aiding the elderly. The item highlights community generosity and home improvements for seniors through local volunteer efforts.
Comedian Al Franken notes Washington isn’t glamorous as in films while developing a TV series inspired by a Capitol Hill house. The project involves Sen. Charles Schumer Rep. William Delahunt Rep. George Miller and Sen. Richard Durbin.
Kansas lawmakers debate new revenues as Gov Graves eyes about 200 million in added funds. Rep Ralph Tannery dismisses any substantial tax increase, while Kansas University and social services push for relief amid a tight budget.
Bethlehem endures a bleak Christmas as rain-soaked Manger Square and repairs overshadow celebrations. Israeli-Palestinian fighting fills the town with casualties, tank columns, and damaged symbols of a once-busy tourism hub. Mayor Hanna Nasser laments the season’s collapse.
An American Airlines Boeing bound from Paris to Miami diverted to Boston Logan after a man aboard attempted to ignite explosives in his shoes. Passengers and crew subdued him. FBI arrested the suspect as two F-15s escorted the jet. The 185 passengers and 12 crew were removed with minor injuries reported.
Jennifer Rogers, a Free State High School senior, served as judge in the inaugural youth court trial for ninth to 12th graders. A teen jury ordered a shoplifter to write an apology and perform 15 hours of downtown community service, including library work and outdoor cleanup.
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