KU gifts spotlight librarians with Anschutz and Budig
Editorial notes the donor names Phil Anschutz, the Anschutz Foundation, and Gene and Gretchen Budig for a fund honoring outstanding KU librarians. It highlights Anschutz as KU graduate and Budig as former chancellor, praising their ongoing support and the role of alumni in strengthening the university’s libraries and status as a state‑aided research institution.
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Lawrence compromise keeps Varsity House at corner of Indiana
Lawrence negotiators reach a settlement over a 50 unit apartment plan near the Varsity House built in 1908. Preservationists and developers agree to move the house south to keep the corner while freeing space for the project, with plans to revise and resubmit.
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Historic Resources Commission
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Romney Dominates NH Debate Wins Momentum and Money
In a Dartmouth town hall Romney’s rivals targeted him with questions marking a shift in the GOP race. He answered calmly, highlighted Bachmann’s weakness, and gained momentum with strong showings in NBC Marist polls. Christie endorsement seals his edge as Perry and Cain trail in New Hampshire.
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Critics question tax claims on public funding and welfare
In the Journal World, Bob Johnson rebutted Elizabeth Warren’s tax ethic, arguing factory owners owe much to communities that funded infrastructure and services. The paper notes recent taxpayer dollars aiding warehouse conversion, forgivable loans to local firms, and past abatements to several companies, with limited long-term employment gains.
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Public Forum letter on taxes and term limits debate
Curtis D. Bennett argues that wealthy individuals including Warren Buffett should pay higher taxes and opposes the political status quo. He laments voter impotence, criticizes Obama and Brownback, and urges voter imposed term limits as a remedy for perceived broken promises. The Journal-World invites letters under set guidelines.
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Old Hometown Years Ago in 1986 Fitness Gear for Firefighters
From an 1911 Lawrence Journal-World clipping. A $3,000 StairMaster was installed at Fire Station No. 1 to help firefighters stay in shape and gauge airpack duration. The note previews a telegraph service for World Series play by play, inviting the public to follow games via phone or in person debates.
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