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Newspaper
Lawrence Journal World
Location
Lawrence, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Mar 31, 2003
Page
3
The piece argues for swift victory over Saddam while accepting civilian harm may occur. It criticizes media focus on civilian casualties and urges U S and allied forces to prioritize defeating Saddam, even if civilians are placed at risk. It frames war as terrible and warns against losing.
Washington budget fight pits House and Senate plans over a nearly two trillion dollar debt rise. The House would slash entitlements and boost tax cuts for the wealthy, while protecting Social Security and Medicare. Medicaid and other low income programs face steep cuts, with states already trimming services under pressure. The debate centers on a 726 billion dollar tax cut sought by Bush versus a smaller Senate version, with implications for the poor and for funding of public programs.
From the Lawrence Daily World March 31 1903 report residents faced a renewed Dutch elm disease outbreak expected to devastate mature elms, with more than a third of the community’s trees lost. The page also cites a controversial remark about a French novelist and a debate over whether a state university can charge tuition, noting a suit testing the issue.
Dolph Simons Sr. (1904 1989) served as Publisher from 1944 to 1962 and Editor from 1950 to 1979. The item notes USPS 306 520 periodicals postage paid at Lawrence Kansas and that the newspaper is a member of the Audit Bureau of Circulations and The Associated Press.
Pete Anderson of Lawrence questions the pace of development as stores fill empty spaces. He notes Marriott, Hobby Lobby, and Sears remodeling while others like Payless, Kmart, and the old post office await usage. He suggests leveraging Tanger Mall to attract a second Wal-Mart with grocery.
A reader denounces peace protests and defends the war against terrorism. The writer claims opponents are subsidized by U S funds, praises law enforcement, and warns about traffic disruption and safety concerns raised by demonstrations.
A reader letter in The Journal-World argues media and public double standards in condemning Iraqi actions versus U S. conduct in Iraq. It cites proximity of National Guard armories to homes and schools in Lawrence and questions selective enforcement of ordinances by city hall while urging uniform rules and peaceful resolution.
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