Bush Considers Offshore Radar Net to Interdict Drugs
President Bush may propose using U.S. ships off Colombia to form a radar net aiding drug interdiction. National security adviser Scowcroft says no blockade. radar coverage would be aboard ships and limited to sea boundaries. U.N. convention against narcotics signed, urging tighter production controls and extradition.
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International visitors from Hiratsuka tour Lawrence amid KU game
A Japanese delegation from Hiratsuka, linked to Kanagawa University, toured Lawrence coordinated by the Kansas International advisory board. They met city officials, J Journal-World staff, and local firms, with planned EU meetings and a focus on KU town relationships. The visit precedes talks on a possible sister city agreement, not a signing.
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Artists seek to save riverfront building in Lawrence plan
Local artists Mike Elwell and Ron Miller propose restoring the Consolidated Barbed Wire Company Drawing Mill on the Lawrence riverfront into a sculpture garden with artisan shops and entertainment. The plan includes top artists works, a small stage, exhibits, and activities like ping-pong, darts, and a lounge with food service. Chelsea Group supports the concept on city property near Riverfront Plaza.
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Kansas coach aims to sign about 20 players Wednesday
Kansas football coach Glen Mason said he expected to sign roughly 20 players on Wednesday the first day national letters of intent can be penned.
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German leaders agree to talks on common currency next week
East German and West German leaders today agreed to begin discussions on a shared currency as early as next week but did not set a timetable for a monetary union. The agreement marks a step toward economic integration between the two Germanys amidst ongoing political transition.
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Auto incentives spur 1.6 percent rise in retail sales
U S Commerce Department data show January retail sales up 1.6 percent to a seasonally adjusted 146.4 billion dollars, led by renewed auto incentives. Auto sales climbed 5.4 percent in January after a December dip, while overall durable goods rose 3.9 percent with gains in building materials and home furnishings.
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Winter questions campuses unity in Kansas budget clash
Kansas lawmakers debate regents funding as Sen Wint Winter Jr accuses university chiefs of breaking rank to pursue their own deals. Senate panel adds 5.7 million to Hayden plan, funds only parts of a 36 million priority list, while keeping a 6.3 million current-year cut. See Winter, page 11A.
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Pittsburgh businessman aims to global T shirt transfer supply
Dan Hix, a Pittsburgh manufacturer, positions himself to become the leading equipment supplier for T shirt transfer outlets in Eastern bloc countries. He predicts sportswear with city and iconic phrases will soon spread from Loncon to Minsk as demand grows.
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Mandela welcomed home as Soweto crowds praise leader
In Soweto Nelson Mandela returned to a hero’s welcome before about 120,000 supporters in a packed stadium. He urged continued opposition to apartheid, demanded housing and wages reform, and expressed sadness over ongoing poverty. Government and opposition response followed his release after 27 years in prison.
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