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Newspaper
Lawrence Journal World
Location
Lawrence, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Oct 02, 2015
Page
5
Kansas legislators approved up to $3 million for a government efficiency study to be conducted by Alvarez & Marsal, aiming to streamline state operations. The Louisiana 2013 report cited potential $2.7 billion in savings but faced criticism for vague, short term gains and asset sales.
Trudy Rubin argues that Vladimir Putin seeks to secure Assad's grip on Damascus and project global leadership through weapons and air power, not oust ISIS. Moscow aims to deter anti-Assad militias, complicate Western strategy, and pressure Washington into a settlement while spurning democratic reform.
To the editor Clarence Lang argues that rising fall enrollment at the University of Kansas masks a shrinking black freshman class and that counting international students inflates diversity. He says true progress requires broader access and participation for historically underrepresented domestic groups, not merely enrollment growth.
Eugene Reding reports his repaired mower vanished while transporting from northeast Lawrence to his northwest home. After calling police, a dispatcher arranged a rapid follow up. The mower was found near Sixth and Wakarusa and taken to a fire station, then returned to him at 11 Elth Street within about an hour.
The Journal World notes linked issues of Eldridge Hotel expansion and homelessness with a 24.8 percent Lawrence poverty rate. It cites Section 8 funding limits, unaffordable rents, and fees. parallels Boulder’s housing focus and urges support for leaders and Justice Matters to protect affordable housing for all income levels.
Lawrence Daily Journal-World notes Oct 2 1915 Vinland fair had ideal weather with crowded groves and busy roadways. Judge Prof Crabtree of Manhattan praised corn displays as the best in the state. Household department attracted many, and canned fruit displays impressed judges.
Lawrence newspaper feature explores the city’s past with vivid vignettes and portraits, tracing key neighborhoods, notable residents, and changing storefronts across decades. It highlights archival photos, local lore, and community memory preserved by the Lawrence Journal-World archive.
The Journal World invites letters to the Public Forum under 250 words and public interest. Submissions may be edited without changing viewpoints. Authors must provide name address and phone number and may mail to Box 888 Lawrence KS 66044 or email letters ljworld com.
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