23 Nov 1995
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Newspaper
Lawrence Journal World
Location
Lawrence, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Nov 23, 1995
Page
1
President Clinton and Vice President Gore apologized to federal workers deemed nonessential last week. The message arrived late and followed a period of agency shutdowns, with officials stressing ongoing efforts to manage civilian furloughs and restore normal operations.
A cloudy day with a high near 46 and a low around 34. The forecast advises readers to check page 8E for full details and local conditions.
Jennifer Brooke of Earl Palmer Brown in Bethesda discusses the rise of bathroom advertising. The quote notes skepticism about placing ads in restrooms and reflects on the evolving trends in ad placement. Page 5A.
Douglas County leaders debate using a 30.55 acre tract north west of Oak Hill and Mount Calvary cemeteries for a jail or a park. Chairman Louie McElhaney favors the site for potential jail use due to utilities access and neighborhood buffering, while Jim Chappell objects to proximity to the cemetery. Commissioners plan to narrow options in two weeks and select several for serious consideration.
A bipartisan Glass Ceiling Commission released its final study titled A Solid Investment Making Full Use of the Nation s Human Capital reporting minorities and women still face barriers to advancement in corporations. Secretary Robert Reich chaired the panel warning that without leveraging all talent the nation loses potential and opportunity.
A report urges government to lead by example and calls on CEOs to diversify workforces. It advocates affirmative action to select promote and retain qualified individuals and to prepare minorities and women for senior roles. It urges education of corporate ranks, high performance practices, inclusive decision making, and family-friendly policies.
The Clinton administration said U.S. casualties in Bosnia would be a risk worth taking to secure peace as it pushes to deploy 20,000 peacekeepers. General Keane warned casualties are inevitable while the UN eased sanctions on Serbia and Perry planned a troop visit in Germany.
Brad Harker, a Lawrence High School graduate and Kansas State baseball player, returned home from a July beating at an Ohio State fraternity house. The Lawrence community sent about 1500 letters and nearly $20,000 in aid as he recovers, undergoes therapy, and regains memory and speech. Doctors say his right eye may recover. Columbus police have not named a suspect.
In Westchester County New York white-collar workers face food shortages despite high median incomes. Suzanne Gingald laid off in 1991 asks for help at a pantry after losing her husband in 1989. Agencies report similar cases as layoffs rise and families choose rent over groceries. Food Patch notes many families retain homes but struggle to buy food amid economic pressures.
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