Spending spree Editorial questions city cost choices
The Lawrence city apparatus appears to favor spending over saving as it debates an 18 million library expansion and a two year annex, a large recreation center, a new police station up to 30 million, a downtown parking tax idea, a trafficway route, a potential 50 million sewer plant, and Farmland site development. Critics urge restraint amid slow growth and rising municipal costs.
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Lawrence
Sears
10Th U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals
South Lawrence
Bob Billings
Brink of war in Middle East tests diplomacy
Washington Post columnist David Ignatius surveys rising tensions as Syria and Iran negotiations fray. Saudi alerts signal possible regional conflict amid Bashar al Assad’s regime and Sunni Shia strains. Analysts warn that brinkmanship intensifies risk, urging firmer U.S. strategy and faster crisis communications.
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European Union
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United States
David Ignatius
Washington Post Writers Group
Old Home Town Delinquent Car License Woes Warned
From the Lawrence Daily Journal World July 13 1912 Chief Meyers plans legal action against numerous Lawrence automobile owners who have not paid the one dollar annual license fee. The item urges timely compliance with the ordinance and notes a long list of delinquents in custody for collection.
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Lawrence Daily Journal- World
Meyers
Lawrence
Downtown cameras in Lawrence spark public space debate
Bill Staples argues against police surveillance cameras in downtown Lawrence. He cites privacy, chilling effects, and questionable efficacy, urging a strict policy with clear access rules, retention limits, and oversight. He notes potential misuses and the risk of civil liberties erosion.
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Kansas University
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