Editorial criticizes school board for not lowering capital outlay levy
Editorial notes board moves 800000 into capital outlay to avoid state clawback and questions 6-1 vote denying Murray proposal to cut 2.87 mills. Murray argues thrift could win public support for bonds. others argue need for capital funding. The piece warns perception of profligate spending may hurt bond chances in November.
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Tom Murray
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John Gotti Sentenced to Life In Federal Prison
A judge bars mob boss John Gotti to Marion Illinois for life on racketeering. Outside the New York courthouse a protest erupts with chants for a fair trial and a vehicle overturned, injuring police officers and bystanders amid calls of hero or villain.
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Kansas River bridge repairs under way in Lawrence
The Kansas River bridge over the Turnpike at Lawrence undergoes routine maintenance to address long term vibration damage from traffic. Officials say the work is not due to danger but a standard upgrading project.
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Kansas River
Lawrence
Donald L. Hatchell
Hatchell
Lisa Dawn Bigenwalt
William J. McTaggart III
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Mike Malone
The Monarchy’s Magic Fades With Windsors Across Time
A skeptical take on Britain's royal family argues that modern Windsors undermine monarchy by extravagance and scandal. The piece traces public fascination, media scrutiny, and calls to abolish or privatize royal authority, noting costs and the need for relevance. It compares royal myth to political utility and urges turning off Buckingham Palace lights when the current reign ends.
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George V
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Perot Defense Tightens as Spying Charges Loom
Washington shift sees Perot on the defensive amid allegations his agents spied on Bush family and others. Analysts split on impact but warn continued disclosures could erode his momentum while Bush allies push a hard counterattack. Campaigns scramble to manage image, media, and potential new disclosures.
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Dallas
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Bob Martinez
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Ann Lewis
John Silber
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Letters to the editor public forum items
A set of reader letters praise the Visiting Nurses Association of Douglas County for excellent home care and stroke recovery progress. Others debate pay for teachers and government budgeting, arguing accrual accounting could alter the view of the national deficit and asset balance.
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VNA
Eileen M. Zuzzio
Henley
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