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Newspaper
Lawrence Journal World
Location
Lawrence, Kansas, United States of America
Date
May 29, 1992
Page
3
An editorial argues a higher federal and state motor fuel tax could fund badly needed roads, bridges and highways. It notes gas costs have risen but infrastructure funding lags, comparing U S prices with Europe and urging taxpayers who benefit from roads to pay more. It emphasizes public reluctance to tax hikes yet supports increased motor fuel levies as a practical solution.
Lawrence's Cooperative Farm Chemicals Assn ilant plans to lay off 49 workers in a week and 29 more on June 7 amid an inventory surplus. The Cedar neighborhood and city unveil a new fire station at Clinton Parkway and Lawrence Avenue. Ox Bow Days celebrate Big Springs heritage. KU marks outdoor track title led by Jim Ryan. LHS class of 1952 graduates 179 seniors with twins Barbara and Patricia Norrie and Margie and Marie Hipp among them. The Journal recalls 1892 field day contests on Massachusetts Street featuring numerous athletic events.
Fifty years ago on May 28 1942 Yankee Doodle Dendy a James Cagney starring musical bio film about George M Cohan opened at a New York war bonds benefit. The move came early due to Cohan health.
Habib, a Lebanese Christian from Brooklyn and longtime Foreign Service officer, dies in France at 72 after a career spanning four secretaries of state. Known for blunt honesty and loyalty to the institutions, he helped steer decision making during Vietnam and later advised presidents Reagan and Johnson. His leadership bridged divides between diplomacy and politics, earning respect across administrations.
In a year of upheaval many long serving lawmakers face retirement or defeat as redistricting and overdraft scandal hurt incumbents. The House turnover could reach historic levels with 120 or more seats in play, while California and Ohio races spotlight ethics issues and new challenger momentum.
A letter from Sue Reiske requests more police patrols during Ninth Street closures to slow speeding and protect local children in OWL. A student Alissa Rowinsky argues against age restrictions for R-rated films, urging theaters to allow minors to enter with a single parent and noting efforts to sneak in undermine ticket sales.
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