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Newspaper
Lawrence Journal World
Location
Lawrence, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Feb 11, 2005
Page
1
An Ethiopian-born author, Jane Kurtz, visits Lawrence fifth graders this week to explain how her memories shape her books in a classroom visit highlighting storytelling and cultural perspectives.
On February 11, 1945, Franklin Roosevelt, Winston Churchill, and Joseph Stalin signed the Yalta Agreement. Other events include Elbridge Gerry's redistributing bill giving rise to gerrymandering in 1812, GM sit-down strike settlement in 1937 recognizing the United Automobile Workers, and Nelson Mandela's release from prison in 1990 after 27 years.
Saudi Arabia began a tentative experiment in democracy as thousands of men cast ballots for what many regarded as the first time. The historic step follows gradual reforms aimed at expanding political participation amid cautious international scrutiny.
Kansas senior Wayne Simien, praised as one of the nation’s best inside players, demonstrates improved outside shooting while battling ankle and foot alignment issues. The piece notes his recent drift in votes and highlights his long-range attempts, adding context from KU’s season.
Avant garde double bill Self Torture and Strenuous Exercise and Fuzz! opens today at the Lawrence Arts Center. The program challenges audiences with risky theater and asks difficult questions.
Prince Charles announces engagement to Camilla Parker Bowles after decades long romance. They plan a civil wedding at Windsor Castle on April 8 with Camilla not expected to become queen. Public reaction warms in Britain as Diana's memory lingers. Also, Jessica Simpson denies split rumors with Nick Lachey amid tabloid photos and Us Weekly interview.
New York fashion maven Steven Cojocaru is no longer on NBCs Today show publicist Lauren Kapp said they are going their separate ways. He will discuss his kidney transplant on The Oprah Winfrey Show per Harpo spokesman Carly Ubersox.
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Actress Jennifer Aniston turns 36, Sidney Sheldon ages 88, Leslie Nielsen 79, Burt Reynolds 69, Sheryl Crow 43, D'Angelo 31, Brandy 26. The list highlights notable celebrity birthdays across film, music, and television.
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