Editorial: Music as diplomacy crosses divides in Korea
The New York Philharmonic's Pyongyang concert showed how music can bridge political estrangement. A 2500 member audience responded with emotion to Gershwin, Bernstein, and national anthems, while North Korean youths performed for the musicians. The tour to Seoul sparked thoughts of broader musical diplomacy in Cuba, Iran, or Venezuela. Art's universal healing power offers rare moments of shared humanity amidst grim realities.
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George Will profiles William F. Buckley Jr., praising his elegant intellect, leadership of National Review, and pivotal role in transforming American conservatism. The obituary notes his launch of National Review in 1955, his clash with liberal consensus, long friendship with Barry Goldwater, and enduring influence, ending with reflections on his life, wife Pat, and Yale roots.
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Editor Letters on Bias and Tax Woes Prompt Public Forum
Readers critique a Hartford Courant piece on immigration and Sen. McCain, denounce perceived media bias, urge protector of elderly homeowners against rising Douglas County taxes, praise Lawrence Memorial Hospital ER, and reiterate Journal World letters policy and submission details.
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Old Hometown in 1983
Eight candidates for the Lawrence school board faced a Q and A session with the Lawrence Educational Association to guide endorsements. City policy discussions would require developers to cover 25 percent of upfront improvements before city approved assessments. A House committee moved to raise Clinton Lake water drawing costs, costing the average homeowner about 14 dollars yearly. Leonard G. Steinle of Columbus was named Baldwin School District 348 superintendent, succeeding Rex Shanks. A 1908 Lawrence item notes a union of Marion Township districts to create a new combined school building. Two bogus furniture shop checks are under pursuit. A bomb targeted the Shah’s Teheran car, killing outriders. Two youths jailed for breaking into a North Lawrence car and stealing over 500 dollars in silverware.
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