Local talk on common law marriage in Kansas
The piece cites attorney Mike Riling explaining that common law marriage requires 18 or older, mental capacity, a child, and both partners presenting themselves to the community as married with the intent to wed. It notes local grocers and pharmacies carry nose strips and asks about availability, with guidance to consult a private attorney for specifics.
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Lazer
Clinton Lake
Kansas
Mike Riling
Call Sound Off Line For Reader Questions
The Journal World invites readers to call the Access line at 865 5000 and choose category 7478 to leave questions for Sound Off. A recording prompts listeners to submit their inquiry.
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Journal-World Access
Journal-World News
J-W
Potential Snowbarger challenger to speak at Truman Club
Former Johnson County District Attorney Dennis Moore will be the featured guest at the Douglas County Democratic Party Truman Club reception in Lawrence at the Union Pacific Depot from 5 30 to 7 p m Tuesday. Moore plans to run for the 3rd District seat currently held by Republican Vince Snowbarger. Truman Club members contribute 10 15 50 or 100 annually.
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Johnson County
Dennis Moore
Douglas County
Democratic Party
Union Pacific
Lawrence
Moore
Vince Snowbarger
Truman Club
Journal-World
Chimney Fire Damages Jefferson County Home
Firefighters from Rural Township and three other departments spent Sunday afternoon battling a chimney fire at a rural Jefferson County home. The blaze caused about 20000 dollars in damage but the house was saved. It was unclear if residents were displaced. Authorities investigated an attempted arson.
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Jefferson County
Jack Snavely
Rural
Kentucky
Sarcoxie
Oskaloosa City
American Red Cross
Snavely
Fire attempt at East Lawrence home investigates
Lawrence-Douglas County Fire & Medical crews were dispatched at 5 26 a m Sunday to 1246 Del in East Lawrence after an incendiary liquid such as gasoline was used to start a fire. No damage or injuries reported. The occupied home had no confirmed occupants at the time. No arrests by Sunday night. Further details unavailable.
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East Lawrence
Lawrence-Douglas County
Del
Lawrence area Martin Luther King Day events and meetings
No classes for Martin Luther King Jr Day. Douglas County meetings canceled. King Holiday Celebration at Lied Center Kansas University. Cultural Heritage Panel by Lawrence High students. Health screenings for seniors at Pinecrest II and Babcock Place with fees. Several public meetings listed at City Hall, United Way Center, School District offices, and Trinity Church. Public invited to Coalition for Homeless Concerns and other panels and PTA gatherings.
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Lawrence
Martin Luther King Jr
Douglas County Commission
11Th
Massachusetts
Lied Center
Kansas University
Lawrence High School
Martin Luther King
Lawrence Riverfront Plaza
Sixth
New Hampshire
Lawrence-Douglas County Health Board
Pinecrest II
Walnut
Eudora
Lawrence School District
Clinton
Lawrence City Commission
United Way Center
Ridge Ct
Lawrence Schools Area Council of
Ptas
Ptos
Prairie Park
Kensington
John Glenn Aged Icon Returns to Space Orbit Relived
Regina Cassell reports on 76 year old John Glenn the first American to orbit Earth returning to space after decades. The piece reflects on his legacy and the implications for NASA and public interest.
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John Glenn
Earth
Burglary and theft reports and local emergency calls
A blue F-100 pickup valued at 1500 was stolen from West 24th between 1 30 and 8 a m. Forty compact discs a down coat and other items valued at 1590 were stolen from a vehicle on Iowa between 8 and 11 p m Friday. Norma Kurtz of Eudora remained in serious condition after a Jan 5 auto accident at 23rd and Harper. Lawrence Douglas County Fire and Medical logged several calls including gasoline leaks false alarms and multiple medical emergencies with several transports and non transports. Dismissals include multiple families and births list several Lawrence residents with new babies born Saturday and Sunday.
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Richard Gwin
Journal-Wonls
Lawrence-Douglas County Fire & Medical
Kansas Highway Patrol
Lawrence
Kansas Turnpike
Dorian Gooden
Junction City
Lawrence Memorial Hospital
Aolice
West 24Th
Iowa
Norma Kurtz
Eudora
Kansas University Medical Center
Kansas City
Kan
Harper
Journal-World Staff Contact and Customer Service Info
Editorial and sports editors list contact numbers for tips. The page outlines delivery hours and redelivery guarantees, with phone lines for subscriptions and customer service, plus after hours voicemail. It mentions coverage areas including Kansas Missouri basketball and Martin Luther King Day events.
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