Lawrence year in review hints at 1998 surprises
The Journal-World recalls a busy 1997 in Lawrence and Douglas County with new high schools, a merged fire and medical service, a shift to 785 area code, a new hospital CEO, and Sunflower Surplus fire recovery. Elections featured clashes over school closings, while Sauer-Sundstrand announced a 150 000 square foot plant creating 150 jobs.
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University High
Free State
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Hoch
Budig Hall
Lawrence- Douglas
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Sauer-Sundstrand
East Hills
South Lawrence
Emancipation Proclamation Signed by Lincoln on Jan 1 1863
On January 1 1863 President Lincoln issued the Emancipation Proclamation freeing slaves in rebel states. The historic executive order shifted the focus of the Civil War toward abolition and reshaped the nation’s path to emancipation.
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Lincoln
Off year elections seen as pivotal despite continued partisan balance
The piece argues 1994 elections ended the Democratic era in the House, but not the post New Deal order. It forecasts modest Republican gains in 1998 amid low turnout and persistent contentment, warns of factional dissension within both parties, and cites budget deals and Clinton era shifts as shaping the politics of the coming year.
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Steven E. Landsburg
Landsburg
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Charles Cook
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Stuart Rothenberg
Roll Call
Bill Clinton
Harold Macmillan
Ramseys under scrutiny in JonBenet murder debate
The column questions whether John or Patsy Ramsey killed JonBenet and critiques media speculation surrounding the case. It notes public pressure on authorities to pursue the mystery, while warning against reckless theories and sensationalism.
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Patsy Ramsey
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Dr. Simpson House of Corrections
Simpson House
Rivera
Journal World Postmaster Address Change Notice
Journal-World requests readers send address changes to P O Box 888 Lawrence Kan 66044 0888 USPS 306 520 Periodicals postage paid at Lawrence Kan Member of Audit Bureau of Circulations and Associated Press.
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Loretta Young Inspires Love Letter From Palm Springs
The story recalls Loretta Young, a major film star of 98 credits, who entered public life in the 1950s via black and white TV. Her charm in gowns by Jean Louis helped The Loretta Young Show top NBC for eight seasons and CBS for one. She believed cinema and television could teach moral lessons as a devout Catholic.
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Gretchen) Young
Loretta Young Remains Ever Young and Beloved
Loretta Young, age 85, still halts conversations and turns heads upon entering a room. A childhood friend recalls her romantic aura and star power, while fans celebrate her wholesome film legacy and enduring appeal to audiences across generations.
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