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Newspaper
Lawrence Journal World
Location
Lawrence, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Sep 26, 2008
Page
3
In the Sept 19 issue readers ask about police fuel efficiency and new vehicles. Sgt Bill Cory cites Ford’s 2008 Crown Victoria rates of 14 mpg city and 21 mpg highway. Lawrence Police plan to replace nine patrol units next year.
Readers are invited to call a dedicated number to submit questions for the Sound Off feature. The message explains listeners will hear a recording requesting the user to leave their question after the tone.
Readers weigh in on John McCain delaying the first presidential debate to focus on the economic bailout. Quotes from Whitney Petrie Gary Potts Ed Parker and Tracy Miller reflect opinions on timing debates, bailout urgency, and political strategy.
Democratic Senate candidate Jim Slattery blamed Pat Roberts and both parties for the financial crisis tied to Bush's 700 billion bailout plan. He accused regulators of sleeping at the wheel and urged accountability and a ten point program including taxpayer protection and stronger regulation. Roberts defended his work for Kansans and noted his talks with Treasury officials to address concerns.
Jon Neely, 41, faces nine felonies after a Delaware chase that began on U S 59 north of Baldwin Junction and ended with a field capture in Baldwin City. He allegedly hit a vehicle, fled law enforcement, and was later treated for a medical issue before escaping hospital custody and being recaptured.
The Kansas Attorney General warns statewide about unsolicited emails and calls asking for Social Security or credit card details to verify voter registration. Legit drives never request financial data. report scams to (800) 432-2310 or ksag.org. Corpus Christi Church hosts Cafe Italiano to benefit Habitat for Humanity with all you can eat spaghetti and sauces at 6001 Bob Billings Parkway.
The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society hosts the fifth annual Light the Night event in downtown Lawrence with a 6 p.m. start at South Park and a 7:45 p.m. illuminated parade along Massachusetts and New Hampshire streets. Organizers expect 700 participants and aim to raise over $50,000 for blood cancer research. Local participants share personal reasons, including Wendy Berg whose family faces chemotherapy. balloons cost $25 and donations can be made online.
Kansas University officials say no complaints or investigations will follow a Sept. 10 incident at the Kappa Kappa Gamma house when a Phi Gamma Delta member fell during a serenade involving fraternities. The student injured a chipped tooth and was treated at Lawrence Memorial Hospital. sorority and campus property were not involved.
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