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Newspaper
Lawrence Journal World
Location
Lawrence, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Jul 09, 2012
Page
8
City commissioners consider a $250,000 pilot to extend the T transit hours from 8 p.m. to 6 a.m. Monday through Saturday with two 18 passenger buses. The on demand system would serve riders with pre scheduled trips at a $1 fare, aiming to aid workers students and others without cars.
Trudy Rubin notes rising violence against women in Egypt amid Islamist led power shifts. Human rights groups and opposition parties demand urgent measures, warning of tightened controls on women's rights as Islamists push for constitutional influence. She cites victim Samira Ibrahim and incidents from Tahrir Square to Suez, urging Morsi to condemn violence and reassure civil society.
Lawrence Daily Journal World reports a scorching July 9 1912 with a 91 degree University reading and near 100 downtown as a hot wind persisted all day. The heat alarms farmers fearing crop damage especially corn.
A reader accuses Republicans of using fear to win middle class votes and blasts the NRA for promoting guns. The letter claims GOP leaders defend gun rights while opposing assault weapons and concealed weapons on campuses and bars, linking U S gun manufacturers to global violence and treason. The piece argues Congress lacks courage to confront the NRA.
Verna Froese of Lawrence urges recognizing civilians and police for positive acts after Mary Krieger at West Middle School proposed teacher gift certificates for students doing good. She notes improved atmosphere and asks for nonconfrontational praise from police like Chief Khatib.
E. Kent Hayes voices concern over public policy at a forum, alleging ongoing efforts to destroy the middle class while pandering to the rich. The remark signals frustration with political priorities and economic inequality.
Susan Pogany cautions city leaders and residents to slow down on funding a recreation center as part of ongoing obligations. She notes looming costs for a $54 million sewage plant and $30-$40 million for upgraded police facilities, plus existing commitments like a new library and Xanadu Stadium at Lawrence High. She asks for prudence to ensure funds for emergencies and asks for wisdom and restraint from the community and commissioners.
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