Kansas Concealed Weapons Bill Sparks Public Debate
Testimony began on a measure to allow licensees to carry concealed firearms with Kansas Bureau of Investigation issuing licenses. Eligibility excludes felons and certain mental health issues, but many concerns remain about safety, local control, and public spaces. Citizens worry about potential misuse and impact on churchgoers, shoppers, and schools while debating permissions for businesses and background checks.
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Notable historical anniversaries trace key events across eras
On February 22 1732 George Washington was born at his Virginia plantation. Other events include the Empress of China voyage in 1784 from New York to the Far East, Florida cession in 1819, Tennessee abolishing slavery in 1865, Woolworths five cent store in 1879, 1892 Wilde's Lady Windermere's Fan in London, Coolidge radio broadcast in 1924, aviation restrictions over the White House in 1935, US China liaison offices in 1973, USA hockey upset of the Soviets in 1980, "David" in Houston death in 1984, Enrile and Ramos urging Marcos resignation in 1984, Gulf War ultimatum in 1991, and Iraq denouncement of the ultimatum.
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Dolph Simons Sr Pioneer Editor and Publisher Leader
Dolph Simons Sr born 1904 died 1989 shaped the newspaper business serving as publisher from 1944 to 1962 and editor from 1950 to 1979 with a staff including Bill Snead deputy editor Roger Verdon managing editor John Taylor news editor Ann Gardner editorial page editor Tom Fisher advertising manager.
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Debunking Buchanan rhetoric in New Hampshire primary
The article argues Pat Buchanan's protectionist and cultural positions threaten Republican coherence. It rebukes his view of economic security and trade, contrasts with Dole's stance, and accuses Buchanan of hostile rhetoric toward minority groups while urging Dole to challenge these first principles for political viability.
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Buchanan Upset Shakes GOP Nomination race in New Hampshire
Before New Hampshire's leadoff primary Bob Dole was the man to beat for the Republican nomination. Buchanan's upset victory shifts momentum to him as a conservative Christian and blue-collar base grows, while Dole and Alexander race to salvage campaigns with upcoming primaries in Arizona South Dakota and South Carolina.
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Thanks for the Memories by Tom Akin
Tom Akin reflects on life from 1930 to the 1930s and earlier in a nostalgic column referencing the Journal World, local reps like Annie Schutz, price changes, and social changes such as Sunday store closures. He recalls one room rural schools, salaries, and education practices, ending with gratitude for memories.
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Snow Stops Local Activities and Plans for Center
A 10 inch snow and slick streets halted most local activities while some business leaders warned the year began poorly despite earlier good weather. The Douglas County Commission urged steps to establish a $6 million city county government center.
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Winchester hospital dedication keynote at Jefferson County
Jefferson County dedicated its new hospital at Winchester with Chancellor Franklin Murphy of Kansas University giving the keynote address. Floyd Stayton was named principal for Haskell Institute, where he had led the post high school department for five years. IN 1896 On Feb 22 1896 the Lawrence World noted Washington's birthday was not much observed in Lawrence.
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