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Newspaper
Lawrence Journal World
Location
Lawrence, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Oct 10, 2009
Page
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Maine voters face a November decision on a law legalizing same sex marriage. The close race pits activists nationwide as they push to repeal or defend the measure signed by the governor. Page 6B.
Next Saturday Indians in Lawrence and around the world will observe Diwali the festival of lights marking the triumph of good over evil. The five day celebration features family food and friendship with numerous oil lamps. In local sports, Lawrence and Free State faltered as Shawnee Mission West shut out Lions 31-0 and Olathe North defeated Firebirds 38-20.
Physicist and TV host Michio Kaku argues that water on the moon is crucial for future exploration. The article notes two NASA spacecraft were crashed into the lunar surface on Friday as part of a mission to search for lunar water.
Coming Sunday reports tough times for dairy farmers as low prices and weak demand collide with high fuel and fertilizer costs, pushing some producers toward exiting the business.
Lawrence Fire Station No.3 crew received the Tom McGaughey Award at the Kansas State Association of Fire Chiefs conference in Manhattan for a dramatic June 5 2009 swift water rescue near the Bowersock Dam. Paramedic Mark Parker and eight others risked fatigue and currents to save a 14 year old boy trapped under a log. The boy survived after on scene resuscitation and was later fully recovered at Children’s Mercy Hospital.
Weather cools and moisture remains ample boosting fall color. Natural Areas director Roger Boyd notes moisture and cool temperatures drive color intensity, while horticulture agent Jennifer Smith adds sunny days and cool nights enhance hues. Predicting peak color varies by tree, with maples often changing later. Readers invited to send autumn photos to LJWorld.com for an online gallery and prizes.
Lawmakers struggle with dense health care reform text as terms like Medicaid and premium plan reference other laws. The words exceed common understanding, leaving many citizens and even longtime lawmakers reliant on staff. Page 4A promises deeper coverage.
Nobel laureate Barack Obama faces scepticism that the prize will change major policy. Officials say it could lend momentum for peacemaking while lawmakers insist real shifts depend on national interests and votes. The 44th president, only nine months in office, called the honor a call to action.
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