13 Oct 2001
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Newspaper
Lawrence Journal World
Location
Lawrence, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Oct 13, 2001
Page
1
District playoffs open with Free State High posting a 34-14 victory over Topeka High as Lawrence High cruises past Leavenworth High 41-12. The two local teams kick off the postseason on a high note.
U N Secretary-General Kofi Annan and the United Nations won the Nobel Peace Prize for their work toward a better organized and more peaceful world. The award was announced Friday and highlighted the UN’s ongoing mission.
Security at Allen Fieldhouse was heightened but barely noticed as fans packed the venue for KU's Late Night with Roy Williams. Freshman Beth Hohenstein called the precautions reasonable while others enjoyed the 5-on-5 charity scrimmage with Big Jay, Baby Jay, eight pro mascots, and a High Voltage routine.
An NBC assistant to Tom Brokaw contracted the skin form of anthrax after opening a threatening letter with powder. Officials said no link to recent major attacks or the inhaled form. The 38 year old is being treated with antibiotics and expected to recover as investigators seek the powder source.
President Bush said the United States remains in danger from terrorist attacks and pledged the government will do everything to keep Americans safe. He urged unity and resolve, insisting terrorists will not bring the nation down as officials contended with fresh anthrax fears.
Haskell Indian Nations University and federal officials issued a letter clarifying their stance on the final leg of the South Lawrence Trafficway. They insist the route should lie south of the Wakarusa River, opposing a Lawrence official panel that favored a 32nd Street alignment. The move preserves Baker Wetlands and 31st Street, while stressing time is of the essence as federal review continues.
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