Bush Gorbachev summit merits praise despite lingering differences
Editorial observers weigh the Bush Gorbachev four day meeting noting each leader pressed his country’s interests, handled questions under pressure, and avoided missteps. Critics may fault concessions or Lithuania support, yet non partisan commentators give high marks for performance and dignity. Barbara Bush lauded at Wellesley for commencement speech marked by grace.
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Dykes resigns as KU chancellor to lead Life Insurance Firm
Archie R. Dykes announced his resignation as Kansas University chancellor effective by September 1, 1980. The 49 year old leader will become president and CEO of Security Benefit Life Insurance Co in Topeka. Dykes said the move offers a fine opportunity and personal challenge for his family. There was no immediate plan announced for a successor. The article also notes population figures for Douglas County and mentions historical commencement plans from June 4, 1890 in Lawrence.
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Lawrence Journal-Tribune
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We Won the Cold War Yet Face Trade and Pride
In a dramatic joint news conference the piece argues the Cold War was won by capitalism, but warns against humiliating the Soviet Union or delaying reform. It notes Bush’s conciliatory tone as fitting for winners, while hawks push for stronger measures and complete withdrawal of Soviet troops.
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Time and interest clash as readers flee pages for TV
A columnist argues Americans have idle time but lack interest in reading. He notes a TV baseball interview with novelist Jane Leavy about a 300 page book and questions whether people will read long works. He links reading decline to society’s pace and prefers engaged reading over mere time spent watching sports.
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Tom Wolfe
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Notable historical events on June fourth across centuries
June fourth marks a string of events: Dunkirk evacuation ending in 1940 with Churchill’s vow to fight on. 1647 Charles I seized. 1812 Missouri Territory renamed. 1878 Cyprus ceded to Britain. 1896 Ford’s first night drive. 1939 St Louis refused entry to refugees. 1942 Midway began. 1944 Rome liberated. 1947 Taft Hartley Act passage. 1956 Khrushchev speech text reveal. 1980 Carter veto overridden. 1990 Supreme Court ruling on school moment of silence.
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