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Newspaper
Lawrence Journal World
Location
Lawrence, Kansas, United States of America
Date
May 16, 1994
Page
1
The Justice Department reports handgun killings increased 24 percent in 1992 over the five year average. See page 3A for full story. In related notes, supporters urge U S invasion of Haiti to restore democracy, while leading lawmakers warn against it. See page 2A and 6A for more.
KU Chancellor Gene Budig faced questions about a possible American League presidency as graduates Jill True and Charlotte Wortz listened at Memorial Stadium. Budig declined comment, noting the weekend for the graduates while acknowledging ongoing buzz and a Times report of a committee’s recommendation. The owners’ meeting is set for June 8.
Thousands of Kansas University graduates walked Memorial Drive to Memorial Stadium for KU's 122nd commencement amid bright sun and low eighties. About 4,700 grads and 25,000 spectators attended the two hour ceremonies as Vice Chancellor David Ambler praised student behavior and personal campus ceremonies.
President Clinton named Stephen Breyer to the Supreme Court as bipartisan praise rolled in. Senators Dole Hatch and Simpson signaled support, while Breyer avoided substantive questions about Roe v. Wade, planning meetings with lawmakers as the confirmation process loomed.
A Harvard researcher argues that a fatty trans fat in margarine and processed foods may cause 30,000 US heart disease deaths annually and supports warning labels. The debate cites dietary risks, industry opposition, and questions whether such fats pose the same danger as saturated fats.
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