Colyer’s veto blocks relief for Barbara Reese’s long-running case
The Topeka case centers on Barbara Reese an African American woman who lost thousands to the Kansas Highway Patrol after cash was seized from her Eastside Detailing business 23 years ago. A Wyandotte County judge ordered the money returned but the patrol redirected funds to federal authorities and refused repayment. Legislators once approved 11800 in compensation but Gov Colyer vetoed noting her past while critics call it an infinitesimal amount in a 16 billion budget. Reese pursued legal action and lawmakers but the case continues underscoring perceived wrongs and calls for legislative remedy next session.
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Mud and crossings boost town mud as rain returns
The June 6 1868 item notes another lively rain increasing mud, praises Pat Magan for durable stone crossings, and highlights Terry Harris confectionery and ice cream saloon on Henry Eighth Street as a popular resort. Reprinted from Sarah St. John with a link to Daily Lawrence History page.
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Democrats need a voice on tariffs in the trade debate
Washington Post columnist David Ignatius discusses whether President Trump’s steel and aluminum tariffs reveal a trend or a trap for Republicans, the Koch foundations mobilizing against tariffs, and the looming midterm stakes as Democrats seek a forward looking trade policy.
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Today in History June six through the decades
Key historical moments span 1925 Walter Chrysler founds Chrysler Corp 1933 the first drive in theater Camden County NJ opened with Wives Beware 1944 Allied forces land at Normandy on D Day 1966 James Meredith shot while promoting black voter registration 1968 Sen Robert F Kennedy dies in Los Angeles 25 hours after shooting by Sirhan Sirhan
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Camden County
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Normandy
France
Europe
James Meredith
Mississippi
Gun rights debate and gun violence concerns
A Kansas City reader argues against gun access and high capacity magazines, noting rising gun violence and criticizing manufacturers for profit. He contrasts past hunting magazine limits with current permissive sales and questions the hunting use of 30 round magazines.
Public Forum Against Gun Control Echoed by Gus McClelland
In a public forum, Gus McClelland of Lawrence argues that bans do not prevent gun violence and compares gun debates to cars which are built to transport, not kill, urging readers to stop the circular arguments.
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Lawrence
Injustice at County Forum Spurs Jail Reform Call
William Skepnek reports on a county forum at the fairgrounds where residents discuss policy, mental health needs, and jail crowding. He notes anger over racism, the impact of poverty on jailing, and urges limiting jail use to dangerous offenders to preserve democracy.
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Community Letters Welcome Public Input
Letters to the editor should be 250 words or fewer and avoid name calling or libelous language. Submissions may be mailed to P.O. Box 888 Lawrence KS 66044 or emailed to letters ljworld.com for consideration.
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