Lawrence plan aims to boost downtown parking revenue
Lawrence readers learn of a downtown parking proposal by Parking Plans Town Lawrence Inc that would raise Massachusetts Street rates, extend enforcement hours, add 15 minute meters, and keep time limits at 90 minutes. Critics warn 90 minutes may hinder meals and shopping while suggesting higher overtime fines and clearer meter guidance.
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Netanyahu’s ascent tests Obama plans for Middle East peace
Trudy Rubin argues the Obama administration must push for a genuine two state solution while confronting Israel’s new right wing leadership led by Benjamin Netanyahu and Avigdor Lieberman. She warns settlement expansion risks ending prospects for peace and urges steps with Syria to leverage leverage against Tehran.
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Missouri Votes On Training Table At Valley Conference
The athletic committee at Missouri University in 1909 decides Missouri should vote within the Missouri Valley Conference to retain the training table for athletes. Kansas and Nebraska back the table despite January conference action to abolish it. Eudora reports a worsening measles epidemic as schools stay closed and avoid contact. The April 2 university alumni dinner at University Club in Kansas City welcomes KU men from all towns and grows in popularity.
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Parking dispute ends with Library ticket tale
Fran Johnson of Lawrence writes about a $40 ticket issued for backing into a parking stall after paying the meter and dropping children at the library. She notes sidewalk overhang, driver’s license rules, and conflicting guidance from a fellow patron, questioning city ordinance clarity but praising the story time presenter.
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Abolish the death penalty urged in reader letter
Saunny Scott appeals to Kansas lawmakers to reject capital punishment in response to a letter by Craig Tucker. She argues death penalty makes society complicit in monstrous acts and calls for abolition to acknowledge shared humanity.
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Clean Energy Day urged to lead in wind power policy
Public forum advocate Linda Redding urges Kansas to lead in clean energy, stressing wind farms and a joint venture for ultra high capacity transmission to support wind energy. She criticizes House Bill 2014 for coal plants, calls for Gov. Sebelius veto and a shift away from coal toward clean energy. Letters policy details join submission rules for readers.
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