Editorials Life of service in Kansas honor
The Kansas editorial notes the death of Glee Smith a long serving attorney and public figure who dedicated 18 years to the Kansas Senate including eight as president He also served on KU Endowment Association board the Kansas Board of Regents and the Kansas 4 H Foundation Born in Razel he served as a WWII Army Air Corps navigator and lived in Larned before moving to Lawrence at 94 he was passionate about KU and state progress Calling for more leaders like Smith the piece lauds his optimism and lasting civic impact
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Old Home Town from Lawrence Daily Journal-World
In 1915 the Lawrence high school faces failures blamed on parental indifference. Notices were sent to several parents about failing work. only one parent agreed to cooperate to improve scholastic performance. Seniors often slack off, risking graduation, unless parents monitor progress.
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Christie Emerges as Serious GOP Prospect After Paris
George Will argues Republicans must shift to seriousness in nominating a candidate. Christie stands out next to Trump, with a prosecutorial bearing and executive temperament. The piece contrasts Trump’s abrasive style with Christie's steadier approach and urges voters to focus on national security and governance experience.
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Cruel move by governor blocks refugee aid in Kansas
Karl Ramberg of Lawrence denounces Gov. Brownback for withholding aid to terrorism victims labeled refugees. He agrees with President Obama that the move is shameful and asks if a local initiative could support refugees in the community.
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National Adoption Day Urges Support for Kansas Foster Youth
Across the United States National Adoption Day highlights about 350 Kansas youths legally free for adoption with no identified resource. The Shelter Inc. community advocate urges more families to open homes, noting 6,526 Kansas children remain in foster care as of September 30.
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Shelter Inc. Executive Seeks Help for Adoption Programs
Public forum highlights The Shelter Inc. in Lawrence and Douglas County for improving children and families. The organization has facilitated 200 adoptions over the years and runs annual programs aiding hundreds of children in northeast Kansas. Executive director Gina Meier-Hummel invites interested people to call to learn more.
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Path to War and Lessons From Vietnam
The letter traces U S involvement in Vietnam from 1950 advisory groups under Truman through Eisenhower Kennedy and Johnson where 1968 troops reached over 500000. The writer recalls serving as a South Vietnamese adviser in 1966 67 and notes the dual path of advisory actions and combat. Civilian leadership must heed war dangers.
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Church leader denounces refugee stance and urges action
Edith Guffey, Kansas United Church of Christ conference minister, condemns Gov. Brownback’s refugee policy as fear driven and urges readers to contact the governor. She argues Christ’s call to welcome strangers and care for the least of these and invites public letters under Journal-World policy.
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