Aging sewers threaten city streets amid costly repairs
The city faces repeated street collapses as aging sewer and water lines, some over a century old, fail under traffic. February’s Eighth and Kentucky incident and this week’s Tennessee Street hole spotlight gaps in maintenance and funding. Officials consider a long term plan and a 50 percent rise in street maintenance to curb recurring crises.
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Putin's grand plan clashes with U S aims at summit
Putin outlines a double game as he hosts a G-8 summit in St. Petersburg. He praises Bush privately while urging Russia to balance interests on Iran Iraq and Israel. He warns of a new Eurasian counter NATO through the SCO and Russian influence in the Middle East and beyond.
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Old Home Town Heat Wave and Local Happenings
The Lawrence Daily World notes a 102 degree heat wave on July 19 1906 with eggs fried on pavement at 2 30 pm and drought struggles. Obituary for Dr A A Russ born 1836 Vermont died after paralytic stroke. S R Nelson upset by Barley public whipping coverage seeks withdrawal. Residents compare New Mexico quake to San Francisco quake due to fewer buildings and people to damage.
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Public Forum Voices On Bridges, Crime, War And Theatre
A reader urges keeping Perry Lecompton road lifeline open after a fatal fire and criticizes bridge closure. Letter writers debate drug sentences and a predicted cigarette death toll, condemn war funding, and advocate nonviolent policy. Another note highlights Lawrence CT scanning and Ottawa hospital additions, plus theatre reviews and support for local arts programs.
Review of Kansas Mystery Theatre shows at KU
Monday's critique covers the long awaited review of And Then There Were None at Kansas University and notes the delay. It contrasts with Something's Afoot running in repertory, which opened Friday to applause but lacked a paper review. The piece laments the missing KH theatre critique for the company.
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The Journal-World invites letters under 250 words on public-interest topics. Submissions may be edited without altering viewpoints and must include the writer’s name address and telephone number. Mail to Box 888 Lawrence KS 66044 or email letters jworld com.
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