Downtown crosswalks eyed for safer night time use
Lawrence city commissioners consider two crosswalk proposals after the Traffic Safety Commission urged a mid block crosswalk on New Hampshire Street between Seventh and Eighth Streets and a pedestrian activated signal at the Arts Center crosswalk. The plan aims to channel foot traffic, increase driver awareness, and improve safety for pedestrians and motorists downtown.
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Soviet women visit old hometown for peace group invite
Lawrence hosts Soviet Union women’s basketball team by invitation of Athletes United for Peace. Judy Billings of the Lawrence Convention and Visitors Bureau confirms the Independence Days program proceeds as scheduled rain or shine. The 1908 item notes five new teachers hired and resignations, with sewing and domestic science expanded. The Karns body found near the Kaw River after a drowning incident last Thursday.
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Letters Policy For The Journal World Public Forum
The Journal World invites letters to the Public Forum of about 250 words on matters of public interest. Letters should avoid libelous language and name calling. Submission grants nonexclusive publication rights. include name address and phone. mail to Box 888 Lawrence KS 66044 or email letters@ijworld.com.
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Supreme Court splits 5 4 on gun rights and campaign finance
George Will notes two Thursday rulings split 5 4 along the same lines on the Second Amendment and First Amendment. The gun decision affirmed an individual right to own arms, aiding Obama, while the Millionaires' Amendment ruling struck down parts of McCain-Feingold, challenging McCain's campaign finance stance.
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Obama should confront Muslim issue
Leonard Pitts Jr argues Obama faces a hostile, persistent charge of secret Muslim identity. The column notes media and political attacks over Muslim imagery, calls for Obama to defend religious freedom, and urges a balanced stance toward American Muslims amid post 9/11 backlash.
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