12 Nov 2001
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Newspaper
Lawrence Journal World
Location
Lawrence, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Nov 12, 2001
Page
1
Watkins Community Museum of History faces questions beyond pay cuts and staff reshuffle as management and committee members remain silent. Details on internal issues are not fully disclosed to the public.
Brian Cunha an attorney in Pascoag RI remarks on a town harmed by tainted water and the MTBE additive pollution. The quote highlights economic and social stakes in a 7A page feature.
An Associated Press analysis by Calvin Woodward estimates U S helicopter losses in Afghanistan cost up to twice annual spending on scenic byways and each Tomahawk missile equals several homes meals. Monthly war costs range from 500 million to 1 billion dollars plus aid to Pakistan and debt relief, with precision hindered by unknown bombings and on ground activity.
Phyllis Jones recalls the campanile as a candlelike vigil for KU students and alumni killed in World War II. Fifty years since dedication, the bell tower remains a living memorial, with KU officials planning a future ceremony and concert while remembering the 276 who did not return.
The Campanile stands 120 feet tall with sides 22 feet 9 inches wide and is built from limestone quarried in Cottonwood Falls Junction City and Silverdale. It cost 343000 dollars donated by 8000 people. It houses 53 bells weighing 36 and a half tons with bells costing 78000 dollars total, priced between 200 and 26000 dollars each. The carillon bells are fixed and struck by a clapper via wires from keyboard keys.
Jean McClure, a library media specialist since 1987, critiques Lawrence district libraries. She envisions a single, inviting flexible space at Quail Run with ample shelf space and a dedicated computer area, contrasting with Riverside and other schools where facilities fall short. Aide Sarah Stem helps shelve books as district staff face ongoing needs.
A vote by vote review of 175000 disputed ballots in the 2000 Florida presidential contest found Bush would have narrowly prevailed in partial recounts, while Gore might have won with a complete statewide recount. The AP and eight media partners note the outcome hinged on a razor thin margin and legal strategy could have changed the result.
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