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Newspaper
Lawrence Journal World
Location
Lawrence, Kansas, United States of America
Date
May 25, 2017
Page
5
Editorial notes that Lawrence voters may renew three sales taxes totaling 0.55 percent, with one possibly redirected to affordable housing. It warns affordability is more than new units and stresses need for clear plans and income improvements, as voters weigh taxes and potential jail expansion and other race items in 2019.
Highlights include the 1977 Star Wars release from 20th Century Fox and the 1787 start of the Constitutional Convention in Philadelphia. Other notable moments feature Babe Ruth’s last cycle of career homers for the Boston Braves in 1935, JFK’s moon landing pledge in 1961, the 1968 Gateway Arch dedication in St. Louis, Jay Leno taking over Tonight Show in 1992, and Ford’s historic bunk remark from 1916.
Leonard Pitts criticizes the shift from principled debate to partisan loyalty surrounding Donald Trump. He cites Comey’s memo and other reports as evidence of wrongdoing while noting hostile defenses from figures like Jeffrey Lord. The piece laments diminished civility, calls for factual rigor, and urges continued engagement despite rhetorical spin.
Lawrence USD 497 topsy turvy move shifts Kyle Hayden from superintendent to chief operating officer. Critics say the action bypasses open hiring and highlights longstanding inequities in district leadership, questioning accountability and fairness within the school system.
Clarence Lang from Lawrence critiques a public forum where access favors certain groups. He notes past disruptions by parents and community members, then civil appeals about Hayden's position met with what he calls fraudulent reasoning and evasive excuses. He argues organizing and political effectiveness drive reform.
To the editor Mary Ann Kieffer suggests security ankle bracelets for house arrests for lesser crimes. She argues it would cut jail cell demands and be a cheaper solution worth trying.
Readers are invited to submit letters under 250 words signed, with the newspaper reserving the right to edit for style and length without altering viewpoints. Submissions may be mailed to P O Box 888 Lawrence KS 66044 or emailed to letters ljworld com.
In 1867 the Kansas Woolen Co reports an order to produce colored rolls for frontier Indians along with hand spinning wheels and looms to be donated to Indians learning weaving. The item notes emigrants passing through town and a theft at Weston depot. A 1917 Lawrence piece previews a draft registration day with speeches planned by A M Keene and a holiday observance in Lawrence.
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