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Newspaper
Lawrence Journal World
Location
Lawrence, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Jan 06, 2006
Page
6
Editorial notes a rising public intolerance for drunkenness and drunk driving plus harsher penalties. It hopes responsible drinking will continue through the year and cites only three arrests during the alcohol oriented holiday as indication of a new trend.
Cindy D Ercole of Kansas Action for Children argues for stronger seat belt and booster seat laws but warns that relying on law to define safe child rearing is a slippery slope. She says government should focus on specific safety standards rather than dictating daily parenting choices.
The record outlines the Simons family roles at Journal World from 1871 to 1979, noting W C Simons as publisher from 1891 to 1944, Dolph Simons Sr as publisher 1944 to 1962 and editor 1950 to 1979, with lifespans 1871-1952 and 1904-1989 respectively.
Trudy Rubin highlights three key narratives for 2006 Iraq China and Iran. She notes Iraq faces political unity risks and potential de facto partition with troop withdrawals looming. China rises as a global power with a rule of law push and energy challenges. Iran under Ahmadinejad stirs fear with nuclear ambitions and end times rhetoric, making diplomacy and restraint crucial.
A reader thanks a woman for warm clothing after a water main break on New Year’s Day. The column also highlights cherished local events like the Old West Lawrence Potluck and Caroling Party and discusses recent Journal-World letters urging accountability for bullying and harassment in schools, plus letters policy.
The Lawrence school district dropout rate stood just under 2 percent, matching similar Kansas districts but above the state average. Local efforts included nine million dollars in home mortgage revenue bonds offered via qualified lenders, amid slow draft registrations and ongoing protests against selective service. Ronald Reagan aimed for California governor, while a zoning dispute delayed Frank and Catherine King’s property action. Historic notes include 1906 university eligibility, long marriages, New York bank prosperity, and a nod to small gasoline powered trains.
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