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Newspaper
Lawrence Journal World
Location
Lawrence, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Oct 08, 2013
Page
10
Editorial extols autumn in Kansas noting cooler 40s temperatures, turning leaves, blue skies, and fall gardens. It praises seasonal beauty from roses to mums, green lawns with less mowing, and urges public figures to rise to constructive mood as the season turns.
Trudy Rubin cites Congress passing a 90 day extension for the SIV visa program while thousands of Iraqis and Afghans face death threats. She notes how only about 5,000 visas issued since 2008 for Iraqis and around 500 for Afghans, with bureaucratic hurdles delaying or denying relief. The piece criticizes political inertia and calls for presidential action, referencing Kirk Johnson and the List Project.
Lawrence Daily Journal World reports that at 11 am Richard Nightingale attacked A R Lutz, a Price Mercantile Co employee, at 913 New York Street with a gas pipe during a weekly collection for a rug purchased on a weekly plan. The incident is recorded in the Oct 8 1913 issue compiled by Sarah St John.
A Lawrence couple argues Kansas forces single filing on state returns, risking alleged tax fraud and perjury for married federal status. They note KU ties, NRA membership, and condemn Professor Guth’s remarks as hate speech, expressing deep concern over academic political correctness.
Philip Ridenour of Cimarron condemns Professor Guth's statements as hate speech while noting fears that such rhetoric fuels firearm concerns and NRA alignment. He emphasizes his family bears no animosity yet deplores political correctness and targeted messaging.
Craig Tucker recounts being turned away at Late Night as thousands rushed doors for 16 000 seats. He criticizes crowd behavior and suggests selling advance tickets at ten dollars with donations to Harvesters or other groups. He urges the athletic department to consider reform to reduce chaos and injuries.
A reader argues that Kansans should personally present proof of citizenship to vote and questions why Secretary of State Kris Kobach is blamed. The writer urges proactive registration by qualified voters and suggests voters who care should obtain required papers themselves. The letter reflects frustration with perceived voter qualification processes.
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