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Fire damages KU prof’s home in Alvamar: by Matt Daugherty; December 9, 2001; (Updated Monday at 3:03 a.m.) Fire broke out at a home of a Kansas University professor on the 2000 Block of Alvamar’s Hogan Drive late Sunday Morning. Firefighters responded to a call from a neighbor who saw and smelled the smoke just before 11 a.m.
American jets pound Tora Bora caves: Karzai works out Kandahar government; By Chris Tomlinson, Associated Press Writer; December 9, 2001; (Updated Sunday at 3:06 p.m.) American bombers pounded the hills and caves of Tora Bora on Sunday, trying to soften al-Qaida defenses for a ground assault by Afghan tribesmen. Pakistani forces moved to seal off escape routes on their side of the border.
Cheney says videotape leaves no doubt of bin Laden’s involvement in terrorist attacks: By Scott Lindlaw, Associated Press Writer; December 9, 2001; (Updated Sunday at 3:02 p.m.) Osama bin Laden says in a videotape he was pleasantly surprised by the extent of damage from the Sept. 11 terrorist attacks, U.S. officials disclosed Sunday. The tape also suggests that some hijackers did not know they were going to die.
Friends and neighbors: December 9, 2001
Former assistant AG sanctioned: December 9, 2001; A former assistant attorney general has been disciplined by the state’s highest court. The Supreme Court suspended the license of James W. Coder of Topeka for a year over his handling of two lawsuits against three public defenders and a legal investigator in Johnson County.
Judicial appeal: December 9, 2001; Journal-World Editorial A local judge’s appeal for more reasonable state funding continues to fall on deaf ears. If Douglas County District Judge Mike Malone is starting to sound like a broken record, it’s because he’s trying to call attention to a system that clearly is broken.
Defense bill includes food supply protections: December 9, 2001; Key elements of a plan to protect the nation’s food supply were part of defense spending legislation passed late last week in the Senate. Sen. Pat Roberts, R-Kan., said Saturday that parts of an agroterrorism measure he is sponsoring were included in the defense bill and its $20 billion package for bolstering security at home.
McCain fights Boeing funding: December 9, 2001; Sen. John McCain has attacked the Senate defense spending bill for including what he calls gross amounts of excess spending. His top example: a program for the Air Force to lease 100 Boeing 767s to replace its aging refueling fleet.
Tight cash flow delays state funds for schools: December 9, 2001; The state’s cash shortage has touched all Kansas school districts this month, as monthly payments from Topeka to districts were delayed nearly a week and were only 75 percent of the amounts due.
Instructors leave guns at school: December 9, 2001; The state has taught thousands of Missourians how to hunt safely in the past 44 years and will teach thousands more in the future. But in the Tarkio district in far northwest Missouri, the training won’t take place any more in elementary or secondary classrooms not after volunteers for the Missouri Conservation Department’s Hunter Education Class left two handguns behind last month.
Suspect captured in Kansas guilty of child sex abuse: December 9, 2001; A Mercer County man captured in Kansas after being featured on “America’s Most Wanted” has been convicted of 105 counts involving the sexual abuse of his four stepchildren.
Commissioner to serve on abatement committee: December 9, 2001; Agenda highlights 9 a.m. Monday Courthouse, 1100 Mass.
Trio take up residence on space station: December 9, 2001; Two American astronauts and their Russian commander moved into the international space station on Saturday, settling in for a half-year stay. The three men arrived aboard space shuttle Endeavour the day before, but they did not have time to trade places with the space station crew that has been on board since August.
Camps demonstrate for slain police officer, death row inmate: December 9, 2001; Several hundred supporters of death row inmate Mumia Abu-Jamal rallied Saturday for his release, marking the 20-year anniversary of the shooting of a police officer. Carrying signs and chanting “Brick by brick, wall by wall, we are going to free, Mumia Abu-Jamal,” about 250 demonstrators proclaimed Abu-Jamal’s innocence and demanded his release.
s fleet: December 9, 2001; The U.S. Navy commissioned the guided missile destroyer USS Bulkeley on Saturday, a few miles from where the World Trade Center once stood. “There is no more fitting place to commission this ship as we stand in the shadow of Lady Liberty and within walking distance of ground zero,” said Deputy Secretary of Defense Paul Wolfowitz.
High-speed rail line to surpass landmark: December 9, 2001; Amtrak’s high-speed train service between Washington and Boston is expected to pass the million-passenger mark sometime this month after a year of operation. Acela Express billed as America’s first high-speed train, capable of speeds up to 150 mph experienced a surge in ridership after the Sept. 11 terrorist attacks discouraged many from traveling by airplane.
U.S. secretary of state to meet Russian president: December 9, 2001; Secretary of State Colin Powell’s visits to Uzbekistan and Kazakstan underscored how much things have changed since the Cold War and how much the United States now needs these nations’ help in the war against terrorism.
Legislators agree that time is ripe for increase: December 9, 2001; By Scott Rothschild Legislative leaders say state universities need to raise tuition, but they must proceed with caution. The state’s current model low tuition and minimal state assistance to poorer students has served Kansas well, they say.
Universities of Colorado, Iowa, North Carolina, Oklahoma and Oregon on comparative list: December 9, 2001; By Terry Rombeck Five universities have served as benchmarks for Kansas University since 1976. And again during discussions of a potential tuition increase, the schools the universities of Colorado, Iowa, North Carolina-Chapel Hill, Oklahoma and Oregon are playing a key role.
s home in Alvamar: December 9, 2001; (Updated Monday at 3:03 a.m.) Fire broke out at a home of a Kansas University professor on the 2000 Block of Alvamar’s Hogan Drive late Sunday Morning. Firefighters responded to a call from a neighbor who saw and smelled the smoke just before 11 a.m.
Schools differ on allowing recruiters: December 9, 2001; By Tim Carpenter The Afghanistan war has inflamed controversy about U.S. high schools and colleges that refused to welcome military recruiters and ban ROTC programs. But that ruckus hasn’t surfaced in the Lawrence public school district or at Kansas University.
Police issue warrant for Santiago: December 9, 2001; A warrant was issued in Pittsburgh for the arrest of Cleveland Browns tight end O.J. Santiago for marijuana possession, The Cleveland Plain Dealer reported Saturday. Police Lt. Kevin Kraus told the newspaper that he issued the warrant Friday and called an NFL security official to notify the Browns.
Two-time champ Georgia Southern advances: December 9, 2001; Anthony Williams returned a punt 58 yards for a touchdown as Georgia Southern beat Appalachian State 38-24 on Saturday in the NCAA Division I-AA quarterfinals.
North Dakota takes D-II title: December 9, 2001; Jed Perkerewiez scored on a 1-yard with 29 seconds to play as North Dakota outlasted Grand Valley State 17-14 on Saturday for its first NCAA Division II championship. Grand Valley State (13-1) appeared poised to win its first national championship when quarterback Ryan Brady scored his second touchdown of the day on a 12-yard run with 2:46 to play.
Catcher leaves KC for two-year deal in Houston: December 9, 2001; Free-agent catcher Gregg Zaun and the Houston Astros agreed Saturday to a $2.35 million, two-year contract. Zaun, 30, spent much of last season on the disabled list after tearing a muscle in his left calf during spring training with the Kansas City Royals.
Real Randy Moss emerges after signing of big-money contract: December 9, 2001; So here is the problem with the beauty and the speed in the NFL: You must pay a price. Randy Moss can blister by defenses, run the length of the field and change a ballgame with 10 long, loping strides down the sideline. But then you have to tolerate him.
KU grapples with historic tuition increase: December 9, 2001; By Terry Rombeck KU may not be able to have it both ways. Administrators at Kansas University often tout their goal of being among the top 25 U.S. universities. And they’ve long been proud of the university’s tuition rates low enough to land KU “best buy” rankings from national college guides.
Bernadine A. Bellinger Kline: December 9, 2001; Services for Bernadine A. Bellinger Kline, 79, Woodward, Okla., will be at 1:30 p.m. Wednesday at Barnett Funeral Home in Oskaloosa. Burial will be at Wild Horse Cemetery in rural McLouth. Mrs. Kline died Thursday, Dec. 6, 2001, at her daughter’s home in Woodward, Okla.
s not an impossible mission: December 9, 2001; By Jim Baker The mission: Buy gifts for 10 people on your Christmas list. The catch: You’ve only got $100 with which to do it. In other words, you’ve got to select and purchase gifts for your whole gang and limit each item to $10 or less.
Give plants a good drink before winter: December 9, 2001; By Bruce Chladny As we near the holiday season, our attention is focused on trimming the Christmas tree and baking holiday cookies. However, with the drier than normal conditions this fall, the avid gardener many need to spend some time outdoors this weekend.
Religious, secular Christmas stamps due: December 9, 2001; Each year at this time, the U.S. Postal Service issues two different sets of stamps for use on holiday mail. One is a special stamp of religious significance. The other is nonreligious, featuring colorful portrayals of smiling snowmen or sundry Santas.
s letters: December 9, 2001; Some wit and wisdom from Mark Twain.
Barbie shows holiday spirit with tiara-topped tree: December 9, 2001; Over the years, Barbie has infiltrated the boardroom, the ice rink, space and countless minds of little girls. Now she plans to pop up in your living room, just in time for Christmas. But don’t expect that perky plastic doll with the impossibly small waist, permanent smile and infinite wardrobe.
Holiday takes patriotic turn: December 9, 2001; Beyond red, white and blue lights and ornaments, you will find both tacky and beautiful patriotic gifts this holiday season. Among them? Fabriche flag-draped angel tree-toppers; patriotic holiday note pads; holiday plaques that say “God Bless America,” military ornaments and dolls.
Arts notes: December 9, 2001; Paris musicians present baroque music KC Symphony slates Christmas concert KU professor becoming known as germ expert
Former Marine relives horrors of Iwo Jima: December 9, 2001; Although compact and brief, “Nightmare on Iwo” (Naval Institute Press, 164 pages, $23.95) eloquently describes the horrors of the World War II battle for Iwo Jima, which began on Feb. 19, 1945.
Questions about grief are universal: December 9, 2001; Here are some questions and answers to help you through the death of a loved one.
s gift to the community: December 9, 2001; By Terry Rombeck Members of the Lawrence City Band figure music is better than fruitcake. That’s why they are presenting their second annual holiday concert. “It’s a Christmas gift to the city of Lawrence anybody and everybody,” director Robert Foster said.
Langford still hobbled: December 9, 2001; By David Mitchell Keith Langford doesn’t want sympathy, just a healthy ankle. Langford made some of the moves Kansas University fans have come to expect from the flashy freshman on Saturday night against UMKC, but the swingman wasn’t able to finish plays as often as he would have liked.
s Hinrich flirts with triple-double: December 9, 2001; Kirk Hinrich came close to his first collegiate triple-double with 15 points, eight rebounds and eight assists. He had no turnovers in 33 minutes during KU’s 79-68 win over UMKC on Saturday night.
FSHS wrestlers take third place: December 9, 2001; Led by three individual champions, Free State High placed third Saturday at the Gardner-Edgerton wrestling tournament. Matt Somers (119), Justin Stevens (189) and Ian Brk (215) won their respective weight classes for the Firebirds.
Firebird girls fall to Blue Valley: December 9, 2001; By Doug Pacey Free State started fast, but two slow quarters sent the FSHS girls basketball team to a sixth-place finish at the Olathe East Tip-off Classic. The Firebirds took a five-point lead in the first quarter, but scored just two points in both the second and fourth quarters of a 37-29 loss to Blue Valley on Saturday at O-East.
Old home town - 25, 40 and 100 years ago today: December 9, 2001; IN 1976 The Lawrence City Commission gave preliminary approval to the issuance of $5.25 million in industrial revenue bonds for expansion at TRW Inc.’s Crescent Wire and Cable Division Operation here.
Old home town - 25, 40 and 100 years ago today: Courtesy Watkins Community Museum; December 9, 2001
Business briefs: December 9, 2001; Faces and places Adrian Jones, structural inspector for the city of Lawrence, has received certification as a building inspector from the International Conference of Building Officials. Certification demonstrates knowledge in management, technology and law related to construction codes administration. To earn the credential, candidates must have a passing score on the Legal and Management examination and Technology examination.
Arts notes: December 9, 2001; Paris musicians present baroque music KC Symphony slates Christmas concert KU professor becoming known as germ expert
Arts notes: December 9, 2001; Italian nativity scene on display at Spencer Baldwin resident to show collection of madonnas There’s still time to enter the J-W holiday art contest Performance art students pick ‘White on White’ theme Joyce Castle to sing works of Brahms, Ravel, Weill
Arts notes: December 9, 2001; Italian nativity scene on display at Spencer Baldwin resident to show collection of madonnas There’s still time to enter the J-W holiday art contest Performance art students pick ‘White on White’ theme Joyce Castle to sing works of Brahms, Ravel, Weill
Horoscopes: December 9, 2001; For Sunday, Dec. 9, 2001: Those with birthdays today: You gain through friends and by spreading your wings. Others see you grow in a new direction. A partnership, be it financial or emotional, opens many doors. If you are single, others will find you greatly appealing. If you are attached, the two of you will enjoy each more than you have in many years. LIBRA comes through for you.
Contact with others in grief support groups or on the Web may offer some comfort: December 9, 2001; By Mindie Paget It’s a belief in Marge Hazlett’s family that when loved ones die, they become birds. Perhaps the spirit of Hazlett’s mother was carried away by the flock of geese that flew overhead in the moments after she passed. Hazlett’s husband, Bob, must have been looking down on his grandson the day a hawk circled the Topeka house where he was playing.
s permission to dissolve: December 9, 2001; This summer, West Graham school board members expected enrollment for their district’s elementary school in Morland to be close to the 10 students the state requires to keep a building open.
Printmaker left vivid impression: December 9, 2001; By Mindie Paget Kansas University professor emeritus of printmaking John Talleur knew how to make an impression. When Talleur and a group of his students in the late ‘60s or early ‘70s reassembled an old handpress that they’d carried in pieces from Chicago to KU, the weight of it broke the floor right above the chancellor’s office in Strong Hall.
s involvement in terrorist attacks: December 9, 2001; (Updated Sunday at 3:02 p.m.) Osama bin Laden says in a videotape he was pleasantly surprised by the extent of damage from the Sept. 11 terrorist attacks, U.S. officials disclosed Sunday. The tape also suggests that some hijackers did not know they were going to die.
Officials say expansion unlikely to have significant impact on area traffic: December 9, 2001; By Joel Mathis Some neighbors are complaining, but city officials say they don’t expect the expansion at St. Lawrence Catholic Campus Center will have a dramatic impact on surrounding area traffic. That’s why a proposed site plan for the expansion comes before Lawrence City Commission Tuesday with a positive recommendation from planners.
U.S. hunts down terrorists: December 9, 2001; Armed with photographs of wanted terrorists, U.S. Marines scoured the roads of southern Afghanistan on Saturday for Taliban and al-Qaida leaders who might have slipped out of Kandahar as the former ruling militia abandoned its last stronghold.
Big12 men: Iowa whips Iowa State, 78-53: December 9, 2001; Iowa and Reggie Evans proved to be just as formidable as Iowa State coach Larry Eustachy had feared. Evans had 24 points and 17 rebounds and No. 12 Iowa overpowered Iowa State inside in beating the Cyclones 78-53 on Saturday.
Television has its winners and losers: December 9, 2001; By Calder Pickett I watch quite a bit of television. My eyes are such that I can’t read as much as I used to, so I watch some TV. I’m sure none of you thought I was a super-intellectual who saw only foreign movies and watched only PBS.
Mini-Branson model planned for tour: December 9, 2001; Barber Jim Stevenson wanted to show people the big picture of Branson. In miniature. So he built an 8-foot-by-16-foot model of his adopted hometown. Intricately crafted using aerial photos, it depicts each home in every subdivision, every theater, motel, business and shopping mall all carved from balsa wood.
s best turnover team: December 9, 2001; By Levi Chronister Forcing turnovers was the forte of UMKC’s men’s basketball team during a five-game winning streak to start the season. The Kangaroos forced nearly twice as many turnovers as they committed over that stretch (81-42) and their 8.4 per-game average led the nation.
Haskell women win: December 9, 2001; Charlotte Salabiye scored 19 points to lead Haskell Indian Nations University to a 72-58 women’s basketball victory over Westminster College on Saturday in the William Woods Classic.
Haskell women win: December 9, 2001; Charlotte Salabiye scored 19 points to lead Haskell Indian Nations University to a 72-58 women’s basketball victory over Westminster College on Saturday in the William Woods Classic.
New Jersey clips Capitals to reach .500 level for first time since Nov. 17: December 9, 2001; The New Jersey Devils started to win again once they rediscovered the value of patience. Sergei Brylin and Brian Rafalski scored second-period goals Saturday to lift the New Jersey Devils to a 3-1 victory over the Washington Capitals.
‘: December 9, 2001; “One secret of Quincy Jones’ success, my friends, is in his belly button. “I tell him, ‘How come you’re gonna work with such-and-so? He hasn’t done sh in 10 years,’” recalls record executive Clarence Avant about a conversation with Jones. “He says, ‘Belly button, Clarence. I got a feeling about him in my belly button.’”
Books with ties to Kansas are crowding the shelves: December 9, 2001; By Jan Biles The Christmas shopping clock is ticking off the minutes. So if you have names that haven’t been checked off your list yet and you don’t have a clue what to get, it may be time to put your faith in a sure-fire winner: books.
Cindy Crawford making new faces for the camera: December 9, 2001; Very few people know the value of a smile, smirk or wink better than Cindy Crawford. But her knowledge doesn’t come only from her career as a model, where she’d use a lustful look or a giddy grin to help sell vastly different products.
LHS boys rebound, take 3rd at tourney: December 9, 2001; By Steve Rottinghaus Lawrence High came back with a vengeance. Less than 24 hours after losing in the semifinals of the Blue Valley Shootout, the Lions rolled to a 66-41 victory over host Blue Valley on Saturday to place third at the basketball tournament.
Kansas women upended by Weber State, 51-48: December 9, 2001; By Chuck Woodling Selena Scott thought she was on the same page, but the bookmark must have slipped out. Scott, a Kansas University senior guard, shot a two-point goal at the buzzer when the Jayhawks needed a three, and Weber State escaped with a 51-48 women’s basketball victory on Saturday afternoon in Allen Fieldhouse.
Notebook: KU’s Hinrich flirts with triple-double: J-W Staff Report; December 9, 2001; Kirk Hinrich came close to his first collegiate triple-double with 15 points, eight rebounds and eight assists. He had no turnovers in 33 minutes during KU’s 79-68 win over UMKC on Saturday night.
Jayhawks’ Langford still hobbled: By David Mitchell; December 9, 2001; By David Mitchell Keith Langford doesn’t want sympathy, just a healthy ankle. Langford made some of the moves Kansas University fans have come to expect from the flashy freshman on Saturday night against UMKC, but the swingman wasn’t able to finish plays as often as he would have liked.
Simien regains his form: Kansas freshman drains seven of eight free-throw attempts; By David Mitchell; December 9, 2001; By David Mitchell Looks like Wayne Simien’s poor shooting night against Wake Forest was an aberration brought on by freshman jitters. Four days after he made only two of seven free-throw attempts in Kansas University’s victory over the Demon Deacons, Simien sank seven of eight charities Saturday night in a 79-68 victory over UMKC at Allen Fieldhouse.
Top 25 Men: Illini deny Richardson 500th win: No. 5 Illinois survives frantic finish in 94-91 victory over Arkansas; The Associated Press; December 9, 2001; Arkansas played its trademark in-your-face defense Saturday, swarming the court, pressuring the ball and making every possession a difficult one for No. 5 Illinois. In the process, the Razorbacks repeatedly sent Illinois to the free throw line, particularly in the second half.
Cindy Crawford making new faces for the camera: By Samantha Critchell, Associated Press Writer; December 9, 2001; Very few people know the value of a smile, smirk or wink better than Cindy Crawford. But her knowledge doesn’t come only from her career as a model, where she’d use a lustful look or a giddy grin to help sell vastly different products.
To the letter: Fans collect Twain mementos: Author’s personal writings remain in high demand, although supply abounds; By Martin Griffith, Associated Press Writer; December 9, 2001; After hearing that Mark Twain earned a dollar a word for his writing, a prankster once enclosed a dollar bill with a note to him: “Please send me a word.” Twain sent a prompt reply.
Barbie shows holiday spirit with tiara-topped tree: By Karen M. Thomas, The Dallas Morning News; December 9, 2001; Over the years, Barbie has infiltrated the boardroom, the ice rink, space and countless minds of little girls. Now she plans to pop up in your living room, just in time for Christmas. But don’t expect that perky plastic doll with the impossibly small waist, permanent smile and infinite wardrobe.
Safety measure: December 9, 2001
Protesters actually aided conservatism: By George Will; December 9, 2001; By George Will Washington Post Writers Group In Southern California, on the shore of the sundown sea, the sunset of the 1960s myth continues. The most telling recent episode was not the much-remarked death of a semiretired guitarist. Rather, it was the little-noticed “girl excuse” offered in court by a retired terrorist.
Drugs flowing through Eli Lilly’s pipeline: The Associated Press; December 9, 2001; Here are the eight Eli Lilly and Co. drugs the firm hopes to launch by the end of 2004, pending regulatory approval, with expected launch dates.
Eli Lilly pumps out products after Prozac: By Mark Jewell, Associated Press Writer; December 9, 2001; Eli Lilly and Co. is finding there’s life after Prozac. Less than four months after Lilly watched income from its blockbuster antidepressant drop to a trickle with the emergence of a generic equivalent, the company is counting on a newly approved blood-infection drug to pick up some of the slack.
Rallies mark infamous Philadelphia anniversary: Camps demonstrate for slain police officer, death row inmate; The Associated Press; December 9, 2001; Several hundred supporters of death row inmate Mumia Abu-Jamal rallied Saturday for his release, marking the 20-year anniversary of the shooting of a police officer. Carrying signs and chanting “Brick by brick, wall by wall, we are going to free, Mumia Abu-Jamal,” about 250 demonstrators proclaimed Abu-Jamal’s innocence and demanded his release.
Exhibit tells stories of Santa’s evolution: The Associated Press; December 9, 2001; Cheaper, mass-produced goods and smaller, more prosperous families made it possible for American parents to live up to the image of a fat, generous Santa Claus and his big bag of toys.
Animated Kwanzaa specials to air: ‘Proud Family,’ ‘Rugrats’ bring diversity to television’s holiday offerings; The Associated Press; December 9, 2001; Sometimes the baby steps taken by television can represent leaps and bounds. Consider the case of “Rugrats,” “The Proud Family” and Kwanzaa. While diversity comes hard to much of television, the two children’s animated shows are gracefully showcasing the African-American holiday.
Horoscopes: By Jacqueline Bigar; December 9, 2001
‘Freedom to Farm’ law not short on criticism: 1996 overhaul of agricultural production controls and price supports fell short of goal, Congress says; By Scott Rothschild; December 9, 2001; By Scott Rothschild The “Freedom to Farm” bill was supposed to usher in a new era of agriculture, weaning farmers from government assistance and allowing them to test new markets.
Professional help may be needed to cope with news of divorce: By Jan Warner and Jan Collins, Knight Ridder Newspapers; December 9, 2001
LHS boys rebound, take 3rd at tourney: By Steve Rottinghaus; December 9, 2001; By Steve Rottinghaus Lawrence High came back with a vengeance. Less than 24 hours after losing in the semifinals of the Blue Valley Shootout, the Lions rolled to a 66-41 victory over host Blue Valley on Saturday to place third at the basketball tournament.
Lacking students, Morland school district asks state board’s permission to dissolve: The Associated Press; December 9, 2001; This summer, West Graham school board members expected enrollment for their district’s elementary school in Morland to be close to the 10 students the state requires to keep a building open.
The gift is only as good as its wrapping: By Dave Barry; December 9, 2001; By Dave Barry Miami Herald This is the time of year when we think back to the very first Christmas, when the Three Wise Men Gaspar, Balthasar and Herb went to see the baby Jesus, and, according to the Book of Matthew, “presented unto Him gifts; gold, frankincense, and myrrh.”
Rail line might alleviate many commuters’ daily traffic concerns: By Mindie Paget; December 9, 2001; By Mindie Paget Thinking ahead to the ice and snow that winter may dump on Kansas highways makes rural Douglas County resident Stacey Lamb a little nervous about her 45-minute commute to Kansas City, Mo.
News media’s role vital to democracy: By Leonard Pitts Jr.; December 9, 2001; By Leonard Pitts Jr. Miami Herald It was, as everyone knows, Bob Hope who griped that he didn’t “get no respect.” Who among us doesn’t have fond memories of Bob tugging his tie and bugging his eyes as he delivered this signature line when he hosted “The Tonight Show” back in the ‘60s?
Arafat, under fire, promises to pursue militants: By Dan Perry and Karin Laub, Associated Press Writers; December 9, 2001; With many Israelis calling for his ouster and warplanes bombing the symbols of his power, Palestinian leader Yasser Arafat insisted Saturday that he will not shy away from a confrontation with the militant Hamas and Islamic Jihad groups to revive what hope remains for peace in the region.
U.S. hunts down terrorists: By Kathy Gannon, Associated Press Writer; December 9, 2001; Armed with photographs of wanted terrorists, U.S. Marines scoured the roads of southern Afghanistan on Saturday for Taliban and al-Qaida leaders who might have slipped out of Kandahar as the former ruling militia abandoned its last stronghold.
Mentally ill may lose beds in crunch: Plan to reduce facilities sharply criticized; By Dave Ranney; December 9, 2001; By Dave Ranney Caught in a budget crunch, welfare officials have proposed eliminating 55 state-hospital beds for the mentally ill next year. If enacted, the proposal would trim the Department of Social and Rehabilitation Services’ budget by about $2.7 million.
Farm subsidy program provides fertile ground for controversy: By Scott Rothschild; December 9, 2001; By Scott Rothschild What do media magnate Ted Turner, the Kansas University Endowment Association and some of the largest corporations in the nation have in common? Aside from having assets worth billions of dollars, they also receive taxpayer funds through federal farm subsidies.
Planners approve Catholic center growth: Officials say expansion unlikely to have significant impact on area traffic; By Joel Mathis; December 9, 2001; By Joel Mathis Some neighbors are complaining, but city officials say they don’t expect the expansion at St. Lawrence Catholic Campus Center will have a dramatic impact on surrounding area traffic. That’s why a proposed site plan for the expansion comes before Lawrence City Commission Tuesday with a positive recommendation from planners.
Holiday trimmings spark hazards: By Mindie Paget; December 9, 2001; By Mindie Paget The glow from Sigma Phi Epsilon fraternity is hard to miss. Drive past the corner of 17th and Tennessee streets after dark, and you’re sure to spot thousands of multicolored Christmas lights strung from lawn to tree and back again, and the word “Noel” written in lights on the roof.
1996 overhaul of agricultural production controls and price supports fell short of goal, Congress says: December 9, 2001; By Scott Rothschild The “Freedom to Farm” bill was supposed to usher in a new era of agriculture, weaning farmers from government assistance and allowing them to test new markets.
Eli Lilly pumps out products after Prozac: December 9, 2001; Eli Lilly and Co. is finding there’s life after Prozac. Less than four months after Lilly watched income from its blockbuster antidepressant drop to a trickle with the emergence of a generic equivalent, the company is counting on a newly approved blood-infection drug to pick up some of the slack.
Current, prospective students steel for hike: December 9, 2001; By Terry Rombeck The prospect of a big tuition increase at Kansas University has Rachel Hahn on edge. Hahn has lived in Lawrence her entire life, and she always assumed she would attend Kansas University to study either music performance or criminal justice.
U.S. military units emphasize speed in assaults: December 9, 2001; The rules for a cave assault: Strike fast and hard, keep the enemy off balance, use four-man teams and advance quickly from room to room.
re good not lucky on road: December 9, 2001; The Chicago Bears have the Green Bay Packers right where they want them today at Lambeau Field. That would have sounded strange not too long ago. Not so in today’s topsy-turvy NFL, where home teams are just 88-85 this season and where 30 road teams have prevailed in the last three weeks alone.
Bows blast BYU: December 9, 2001; Nick Rolovich did his best to prove that bowl organizers made a mistake by passing up Hawaii. Rolovich threw eight touchdown passes and Chad Owens scored on kickoff and punt returns as Hawaii ended No. 9 BYU’s bid for a perfect season with a 72-45 victory Saturday.
Sound off: December 9, 2001; Q: Is there a state or Lawrence city ordinance that says alcohol can’t leave a liquor store unless it’s in a bag? A: “No,” said Toni Wheeler, staff attorney for the city of Lawrence.
Births: December 9, 2001; Lawrence Memorial Hospital reported no births Saturday.
Robison comfortable balancing recording career, songwriting success: December 9, 2001; It was a good week to be Bruce Robison. His “Angry All the Time” was the No. 1 country music song in the nation, as sung by Tim McGraw and Faith Hill. Singers Brad Paisley, Allison Moorer, David Ball, Keith Urban and Lee Ann Womack had been in the audience at Robison’s Nov. 8 show, scouting his songs.
Nation Briefs: December 9, 2001; Massachusetts: Plot case prompts walkout, suspensions LOS ANGELES: Decorated WWI vet dies at age 104 BOSTON : Police to test drive ballyhooed scooters
Briefcase: December 9, 2001; Contest: Predict the Dow Employment: Rsum rush crowds online job-posting sites Motley Fool: Name that company
How to keep holiday shopping costs down or at least try: December 9, 2001; Just what I’ve been holding out for 0 percent financing on the Hummer. In case you didn’t see the recent full-page ad in The Wall Street Journal, the Hummer is the civilian version of the four-wheel-drive military vehicle that replaced the Jeep.
U.S. airman drowns: December 9, 2001; A U.S. Air Force sergeant drowned after helping rescue a sick crew member from a Malaysian tanker near Bermuda, authorities said Saturday. Sgt. Doug Eccleston fell from an inflatable raft Friday night as he and another U.S. airman were being lowered from the tanker, having completed their mission, an Air Force spokesman said.
Nobel laureates stage rally for Myanmar dissident: December 9, 2001; Myanmar’s military rulers must free democracy leader Aung San Suu Kyi from house arrest and release all the Southeast Asian country’s political prisoners, many of her fellow Nobel peace laureates declared at a rally here Saturday.
Current state budget structure leaves university short of funds in its quest for excellence: December 9, 2001; By Terry Rombeck Kansas University administrators often tout their goal of being among the top 25 U.S. universities. They also laud the university’s low tuition rates, which have helped KU land “best buy” rankings from such publications as U.S. News & World Report and the “Fiske Guide to Colleges.”
Death notices of wife, family of bin Laden aide appear in paper: December 9, 2001; The family of Ayman al-Zawahri, the top aide to Osama bin Laden, has published a death notice saying al-Zawahri’s wife and children have been killed in Afghanistan.
Tape links bin Laden to attacks: December 9, 2001; The United States has obtained a videotape of Osama bin Laden describing the damage to the World Trade Center as being much greater than he had expected, according to senior government officials.
On the street: December 9, 2001; Should Kansas University increase student tuition? Darcie Nachbar, KU student, Lawrence
s pipeline: December 9, 2001; Here are the eight Eli Lilly and Co. drugs the firm hopes to launch by the end of 2004, pending regulatory approval, with expected launch dates.
Farm subsidy program provides fertile ground for controversy: December 9, 2001; By Scott Rothschild What do media magnate Ted Turner, the Kansas University Endowment Association and some of the largest corporations in the nation have in common? Aside from having assets worth billions of dollars, they also receive taxpayer funds through federal farm subsidies.
Plan to reduce facilities sharply criticized: December 9, 2001; By Dave Ranney Caught in a budget crunch, welfare officials have proposed eliminating 55 state-hospital beds for the mentally ill next year. If enacted, the proposal would trim the Department of Social and Rehabilitation Services’ budget by about $2.7 million.
Arafat, under fire, promises to pursue militants: December 9, 2001; With many Israelis calling for his ouster and warplanes bombing the symbols of his power, Palestinian leader Yasser Arafat insisted Saturday that he will not shy away from a confrontation with the militant Hamas and Islamic Jihad groups to revive what hope remains for peace in the region.
t be untouchable: December 9, 2001; By David Broder Washington Post Writers Group When the Bush brothers got together in Florida the other day, aides to Gov. Jeb Bush say he gave the president only a general description of what he was going through, trying to close a yawning deficit in the state budget.
s role vital to democracy: December 9, 2001; By Leonard Pitts Jr. Miami Herald It was, as everyone knows, Bob Hope who griped that he didn’t “get no respect.” Who among us doesn’t have fond memories of Bob tugging his tie and bugging his eyes as he delivered this signature line when he hosted “The Tonight Show” back in the ‘60s?
No. 5 Illinois survives frantic finish in 94-91 victory over Arkansas: December 9, 2001; Arkansas played its trademark in-your-face defense Saturday, swarming the court, pressuring the ball and making every possession a difficult one for No. 5 Illinois. In the process, the Razorbacks repeatedly sent Illinois to the free throw line, particularly in the second half.
Decision to step down catches New York players by surprise: December 9, 2001; Jeff Van Gundy resigned unexpectedly as head coach of the New York Knicks on Saturday, saying he had lost his focus and thought about quitting since the summer. The stunning decision came as the Knicks were playing their best basketball of the season, winning five of six games to get above .500 after a poor start.
t agree on playing time for rookies: December 9, 2001; A battle of wills is surfacing between Bulls general manager Jerry Krause, who drafted Eddy Curry and Tyson Chandler, and coach Tim Floyd, who has resisted playing them. Insiders think Floyd is smoldering about trading Elton Brand for Chandler, which bought Krause time at the cost of giving Floyd a chance to compete this season.
against zone: December 9, 2001; By Gary Bedore Temple isn’t the only college basketball team in the country that plays a maddeningly effective match-up zone defense. UMKC’s Kangaroos ran the 2-3 alignment to perfection Saturday night, slowing Kansas University’s running game in the Jayhawks’ hard-earned 79-68 victory at Allen Fieldhouse.
Bereaved cope with grief during the holidays: December 9, 2001; By Mindie Paget It’s a belief in Marge Hazlett’s family that when loved ones die, they become birds. Perhaps the spirit of Hazlett’s mother was carried away by the flock of geese that flew overhead in the moments after she passed.
Top 25 Women: Caufield sparks Sooners: December 9, 2001; Oklahoma coach Sherri Coale was a little embarrassed about her team’s 26 turnovers against Montana State. On the other hand, she had nothing but praise for LaNeishea Caufield.
Hard work on hardwoods pays off: December 9, 2001; Here’s a project that is a little more involved but well worth it. Shari and I refinished a hardwood floor together and, believe it or not, we were still talking to each other afterwards. No kidding. Here’s the process.
Take action to create a sense of security: December 9, 2001; By Carol Boncella Several years ago, I split one of my classes into two groups. One group, dubbed the “homeowners,” was asked to think of clever outdoor places where a house key might be hidden for use if they were locked out.
s no longer just youths and backpackers staying at hostels: December 9, 2001; Fancy accommodations have always been a low priority for me when I travel. So on a recent vacation in San Francisco, my husband and I booked a private room at a hostel, as we had done before in Hawaii, New Mexico and other locales.
Crenna welcomes challenge of playing Ronald Reagan: December 9, 2001; Richard Crenna raises his forearm and waves his hand. The fingers are just a little splayed and gently curved forward. The gesture is unmistakable it’s Ronald Reagan’s.
Bush seeks action on domestic agenda: December 9, 2001; President Bush opened a push Saturday for congressional action on domestic legislation that has been sidetracked since Sept. 11.
Bookstore: December 9, 2001; Hardcover fiction 1. “Skipping Christmas” by John Grisham
The gift is only as good as its wrapping: December 9, 2001; By Dave Barry Miami Herald This is the time of year when we think back to the very first Christmas, when the Three Wise Men Gaspar, Balthasar and Herb went to see the baby Jesus, and, according to the Book of Matthew, “presented unto Him gifts; gold, frankincense, and myrrh.”
Finding your way through grief: December 9, 2001; Here are some questions and answers to help you through the death of a loved one:
LSU stuns Vols, muddies BCS: December 9, 2001; A backup quarterback denied Tennessee a spot in the Rose Bowl and really messed up the Bowl Championship Series. Matt Mauck, filling in after Rohan Davey was injured, ran for two touchdowns and No. 21 LSU won its first Southeastern Conference title since 1988 with a 31-20 upset of second-ranked Tennessee on Saturday night.
Local briefs: December 9, 2001; Criminal Justice: High court tosses out 1998 weapons conviction The Kansas Supreme Court on Friday reversed a weapons conviction against a Franklin County man who was convicted of manslaughter in the same 1998 crime. Randy Owens accidentally shot and killed his brother, Jeremy, on July 7, 1998, while trying to unjam the bullet cylinder of Jeremy’s .38-caliber revolver. Randy Owens was convicted of involuntary manslaughter and criminal possession of a firearm he had a previous felony conviction that made his handling of the gun illegal. During the trial, however, District Judge James Smith did not instruct jurors they must unanimously determine which of several incidents constituted criminal possession of a firearm. The Kansas Supreme Court reversed the conviction Friday, saying the jurors should have been so instructed. The manslaughter conviction was allowed to stand. _________________________________ Fund raising: Bird product event raises money for Audubon Society Birds in Lawrence will be eating a little better in the upcoming weeks, thanks to an event Saturday at the Lawrence Senior Center, 745 Vt. The Jayhawk Audubon Society had its first fund-raising sale of the season. The society has three or four sales each winter. Shoppers could purchase everything from bird feeders and the birdseed to put in them to books about birdwatching. Organizers said sales were brisk, though they were still determining profits. Proceeds go to the organization’s events, which include education programs at schools, scholarships and maintenance at the Baker Wetlands. Above, Eric Hansen, the group’s electronic communication community chair, helps load bags of birdseed into cars. _________________________________ Arts: Show features early music The Kansas University Collegium Musicum will present “Early Music for the Holiday Season” at 7:30 p.m. Thursday in Bales Organ Recital Hall. The Collegium Musicum performs music related to the season from the Middle Ages, Renaissance and Baroque periods. Paul Laird and Gary Weidenaar conduct. The program includes motets from the 16th century by Morales, Palestrina and Victoria; a consort song from the Christmas season by William Byrd; Italian and English instrumental music of the 16th century; a trio from J.S. Bach’s “Christmas Oratorio” and his “Wachet auf;” an aria from a cantata by George Frideric Handel; a recorder sonata by Antonio Vivaldi; and English carols of the 15th century. The free concert is open to the public. _________________________________ Charity: Gingerbread raises $15,000 The eighth annual Eldridge Hotel Gingerbread Festival & Auction brought in $15,000 for Big Brothers/Big Sisters of Douglas County Wednesday, organizers announced. Three children received $50 savings bonds for their winning creations. They were Alyssa Denneler, 5-8 year-olds; Hannah Lodwick, 9-12 year-olds; and Shelby Roberts, 13-18 year-olds. Prizes also were awarded to three adult gingerbread artists. Jeannie Robinson, Helen Benefiel and Allen Blair.
Crenna welcomes challenge of playing Ronald Reagan: By Bridget Byrne, The Associated Press; December 9, 2001; Richard Crenna raises his forearm and waves his hand. The fingers are just a little splayed and gently curved forward. The gesture is unmistakable it’s Ronald Reagan’s.
Firebird girls fall to Blue Valley: By Doug Pacey; December 9, 2001; By Doug Pacey Free State started fast, but two slow quarters sent the FSHS girls basketball team to a sixth-place finish at the Olathe East Tip-off Classic. The Firebirds took a five-point lead in the first quarter, but scored just two points in both the second and fourth quarters of a 37-29 loss to Blue Valley on Saturday at O-East.
Powell, Putin meeting to focus on missile plan: U.S. secretary of state to meet Russian president; The Associated Press; December 9, 2001; Secretary of State Colin Powell’s visits to Uzbekistan and Kazakstan underscored how much things have changed since the Cold War and how much the United States now needs these nations’ help in the war against terrorism.
The Motley Fool: December 9, 2001; Last week’s question and answer Inventory control Construction close Foolanthrophy 101
Nobel laureates stage rally for Myanmar dissident: The Los Angeles Times; December 9, 2001; Myanmar’s military rulers must free democracy leader Aung San Suu Kyi from house arrest and release all the Southeast Asian country’s political prisoners, many of her fellow Nobel peace laureates declared at a rally here Saturday.
Bush seeks action on domestic agenda: The Washington Post; December 9, 2001; President Bush opened a push Saturday for congressional action on domestic legislation that has been sidetracked since Sept. 11.
How to keep holiday shopping costs down or at least try: By Jeff Brown; December 9, 2001; Just what I’ve been holding out for 0 percent financing on the Hummer. In case you didn’t see the recent full-page ad in The Wall Street Journal, the Hummer is the civilian version of the four-wheel-drive military vehicle that replaced the Jeep.
Driving for profits: Turnaround with new KU coach could spur business; By Chad Lawhorn; December 9, 2001; By Chad Lawhorn Mark Mangino’s hiring to turn around the Kansas University football program one day could be a big hit with businesses right here in Lawrence. Just ask the folks 90 miles to the west.
Bookstore: December 9, 2001
Caves hold dangers for troops: U.S. military units emphasize speed in assaults; The Associated Press; December 9, 2001; The rules for a cave assault: Strike fast and hard, keep the enemy off balance, use four-man teams and advance quickly from room to room.
Tape links bin Laden to attacks: The Washington Post; December 9, 2001; The United States has obtained a videotape of Osama bin Laden describing the damage to the World Trade Center as being much greater than he had expected, according to senior government officials.
Van Gundy resigns as Knicks coach: Decision to step down catches New York players by surprise; The Associated Press; December 9, 2001; Jeff Van Gundy resigned unexpectedly as head coach of the New York Knicks on Saturday, saying he had lost his focus and thought about quitting since the summer. The stunning decision came as the Knicks were playing their best basketball of the season, winning five of six games to get above .500 after a poor start.
On the record: December 9, 2001
Finding your way through grief: By Marcia Lattanzi-Licht, Knight Ridder Newspapers; December 9, 2001; Here are some questions and answers to help you through the death of a loved one:
Professional help may be needed to cope with news of divorce: December 9, 2001; Q: My husband just dropped the bomb on me that he wants a divorce after 22 years and three children. I really don’t know where to turn. I am hurt, embarrassed, and afraid. I am 47 years of age and, although trained as a teacher, I have not worked outside the home for 20 years and have become totally dependent on my husband. I know that I should see a lawyer, but I don’t think I’m up to that yet. How can I best begin to cope with this huge problem? A: Statistics tell us that the psychological devastation of separation and divorce often continues for not only parents, but also children, and grandparents. Ongoing stress is caused not only by continued contact with the estranged spouse, but also by loss of friends, dating, remarriage (which bring on more stress when new personalities are introduced), financial issues, moving, contact with relatives from two conflicting sides, social pressures, sexual pressures and indecisiveness.
Dancers give new life to old Irish steps: December 9, 2001; By Jan Biles Jean Denney’s black dance shoes show the wear and tear of her profession. Their fiberglass reinforced heels and tips have been eroded by drums, cross keys, rallies, rocks, butterflies and boxes the basic foot movements in Irish step dancing.
s personal writings remain in high demand, although supply abounds: December 9, 2001; After hearing that Mark Twain earned a dollar a word for his writing, a prankster once enclosed a dollar bill with a note to him: “Please send me a word.” Twain sent a prompt reply.
Briefly: December 9, 2001; Pakistan: Crowd beats journalist traveling near Afghanistan Washington: Public tours resume at U.S. Capitol complex New York: Christmas tree brings cheer for Ground Zero workers New York: Report: Hijack leader Atta visited NY before attacks
s evolution: December 9, 2001; Cheaper, mass-produced goods and smaller, more prosperous families made it possible for American parents to live up to the image of a fat, generous Santa Claus and his big bag of toys.
FSHS boys settle for 7th: December 9, 2001; By Andy Samuelson Free State High boys basketball coach Jack Schreiner used to joke about how the Emporia Tipoff Classic should be called the Annual Firebird Fourth-Place Finish. Free State finished fourth in the tournament’s first three years. Now Schreiner would be lucky to have such a chuckle.
Pease services: December 9, 2001; Services for Richard L. Pease, 63, Topeka, will be at 1 p.m. Wednesday at Parker-Price Chapel, Topeka. Burial with full military honors provided by a Fort Riley detail will be in Grantville Cemetery, Grantville. Mr. Pease died Thursday, Dec. 6, 2001, at his daughter’s home in Lecompton.
Vikes learn pay doesn’t guarantee play: Real Randy Moss emerges after signing of big-money contract; By Les Carpenter, The Seattle Times; December 9, 2001; So here is the problem with the beauty and the speed in the NFL: You must pay a price. Randy Moss can blister by defenses, run the length of the field and change a ballgame with 10 long, loping strides down the sideline. But then you have to tolerate him.
Re-election theme: December 9, 2001
Nation Briefs: December 9, 2001; Massachusetts: Plot case prompts walkout, suspensions LOS ANGELES: Decorated WWI vet dies at age 104 BOSTON : Police to test drive ballyhooed scooters
Briefcase: December 9, 2001; Contest: Predict the Dow Employment: Rmush crowds online job-posting sites Motley Fool: Name that company
Questions about grief are universal: By Marcia Lattanzi-Licht, Knight Ridder Newspapers; December 9, 2001; Here are some questions and answers to help you through the death of a loved one.
Former assistant AG sanctioned: The Associated Press; December 9, 2001; A former assistant attorney general has been disciplined by the state’s highest court. The Supreme Court suspended the license of James W. Coder of Topeka for a year over his handling of two lawsuits against three public defenders and a legal investigator in Johnson County.
Turnaround with new KU coach could spur business: December 9, 2001; By Chad Lawhorn Mark Mangino’s hiring to turn around the Kansas University football program one day could be a big hit with businesses right here in Lawrence. Just ask the folks 90 miles to the west.
Protesters actually aided conservatism: December 9, 2001; By George Will Washington Post Writers Group In Southern California, on the shore of the sundown sea, the sunset of the 1960s myth continues. The most telling recent episode was not the much-remarked death of a semiretired guitarist. Rather, it was the little-noticed “girl excuse” offered in court by a retired terrorist.
Nebraska quarterback wins award in fourth-closest campaign in 67 years: December 9, 2001; Eric Crouch must be really glad he didn’t quit the team. Three years after briefly leaving when he lost the starting job, the Nebraska quarterback won the Heisman Trophy on Saturday night in one of the closest races in the history of the award.
s holiday offerings: December 9, 2001; Sometimes the baby steps taken by television can represent leaps and bounds. Consider the case of “Rugrats,” “The Proud Family” and Kwanzaa. While diversity comes hard to much of television, the two children’s animated shows are gracefully showcasing the African-American holiday.
KU places 2-3-4 in 3K: December 9, 2001; Freshman Julie Mullally, sophomore Kelli Reid and freshman Jennifer Duffy placed 2-3-4 in the women’s 3,000-meter run for Kansas in the K-State All-Comers track and field meet Saturday.
Book offers budget-minded decorating tips: December 9, 2001; Maybe you don’t think of yourself as a talented decorator. Maybe you don’t think you’re very creative at all. Still, I bet you have one or two great decorating ideas floating around in your brain.
Karzai works out Kandahar government: December 9, 2001; (Updated Sunday at 3:06 p.m.) American bombers pounded the hills and caves of Tora Bora on Sunday, trying to soften al-Qaida defenses for a ground assault by Afghan tribesmen. Pakistani forces moved to seal off escape routes on their side of the border.
Mangino closing in on assistants: December 9, 2001; By Robert Sinclair New Kansas University football coach Mark Mangino could be close to announcing some members of his staff maybe even as early as today sources told the Journal-World on Saturday. Mangino has been in Norman, Okla., since Wednesday, but is returning to Lawrence today.
Judicial appeal: J-W Editorials; December 9, 2001; Journal-World Editorial A local judge’s appeal for more reasonable state funding continues to fall on deaf ears. If Douglas County District Judge Mike Malone is starting to sound like a broken record, it’s because he’s trying to call attention to a system that clearly is broken.
is the important thing: December 9, 2001; By Marsha Henry Goff When he was in country school, my husband Ray was in a Christmas play. What grade was he in? Somewhere between third and eighth. What part did he play? He doesn’t know. He sang a song with a classmate named Glenn. What song? He can’t remember. Men!
Kansas freshman drains seven of eight free-throw attempts: December 9, 2001; By David Mitchell Looks like Wayne Simien’s poor shooting night against Wake Forest was an aberration brought on by freshman jitters. Four days after he made only two of seven free-throw attempts in Kansas University’s victory over the Demon Deacons, Simien sank seven of eight charities Saturday night in a 79-68 victory over UMKC at Allen Fieldhouse.
FSHS boys settle for 7th: By Andy Samuelson; December 9, 2001; By Andy Samuelson Free State High boys basketball coach Jack Schreiner used to joke about how the Emporia Tipoff Classic should be called the Annual Firebird Fourth-Place Finish. Free State finished fourth in the tournament’s first three years. Now Schreiner would be lucky to have such a chuckle.
Local briefs: December 9, 2001; Criminal Justice: High court tosses out 1998 weapons conviction The Kansas Supreme Court on Friday reversed a weapons conviction against a Franklin County man who was convicted of manslaughter in the same 1998 crime. Randy Owens accidentally shot and killed his brother, Jeremy, on July 7, 1998, while trying to unjam the bullet cylinder of Jeremy’s .38-caliber revolver. Randy Owens was convicted of involuntary manslaughter and criminal possession of a firearm he had a previous felony conviction that made his handling of the gun illegal. During the trial, however, District Judge James Smith did not instruct jurors they must unanimously determine which of several incidents constituted criminal possession of a firearm. The Kansas Supreme Court reversed the conviction Friday, saying the jurors should have been so instructed. The manslaughter conviction was allowed to stand. _________________________________ Fund raising: Bird product event raises money for Audubon Society Birds in Lawrence will be eating a little better in the upcoming weeks, thanks to an event Saturday at the Lawrence Senior Center, 745 Vt. The Jayhawk Audubon Society had its first fund-raising sale of the season. The society has three or four sales each winter. Shoppers could purchase everything from bird feeders and the birdseed to put in them to books about birdwatching. Organizers said sales were brisk, though they were still determining profits. Proceeds go to the organization’s events, which include education programs at schools, scholarships and maintenance at the Baker Wetlands. Above, Eric Hansen, the group’s electronic communication community chair, helps load bags of birdseed into cars. _________________________________ Arts: Show features early music The Kansas University Collegium Musicum will present “Early Music for the Holiday Season” at 7:30 p.m. Thursday in Bales Organ Recital Hall. The Collegium Musicum performs music related to the season from the Middle Ages, Renaissance and Baroque periods. Paul Laird and Gary Weidenaar conduct. The program includes motets from the 16th century by Morales, Palestrina and Victoria; a consort song from the Christmas season by William Byrd; Italian and English instrumental music of the 16th century; a trio from J.S. Bach’s “Christmas Oratorio” and his “Wachet auf;” an aria from a cantata by George Frideric Handel; a recorder sonata by Antonio Vivaldi; and English carols of the 15th century. The free concert is open to the public. _________________________________ Charity: Gingerbread raises $15,000 The eighth annual Eldridge Hotel Gingerbread Festival & Auction brought in $15,000 for Big Brothers/Big Sisters of Douglas County Wednesday, organizers announced. Three children received $50 savings bonds for their winning creations. They were Alyssa Denneler, 5-8 year-olds; Hannah Lodwick, 9-12 year-olds; and Shelby Roberts, 13-18 year-olds. Prizes also were awarded to three adult gingerbread artists. Jeannie Robinson, Helen Benefiel and Allen Blair.
is a movie tradition: December 9, 2001; So you’re a wildly popular Hollywood director and virtually every movie star is dying to work with you. Which famous face do you select to star in your next feature: Julia Roberts, Brad Pitt, George Clooney or Matt Damon?
The Motley Fool: December 9, 2001; Last week’s question and answer Inventory control Construction close Foolanthrophy 101
Top 25 Women: Caufield sparks Sooners: The Associated Press; December 9, 2001; Oklahoma coach Sherri Coale was a little embarrassed about her team’s 26 turnovers against Montana State. On the other hand, she had nothing but praise for LaNeishea Caufield.
Big12 men: Iowa whips Iowa State, 78-53: The Associated Press; December 9, 2001; Iowa and Reggie Evans proved to be just as formidable as Iowa State coach Larry Eustachy had feared. Evans had 24 points and 17 rebounds and No. 12 Iowa overpowered Iowa State inside in beating the Cyclones 78-53 on Saturday.
Special Santa: December 9, 2001
Holidays are a struggle for those who’ve lost loved ones: Contact with others in grief support groups or on the Web may offer some comfort; By Mindie Paget; December 9, 2001; By Mindie Paget It’s a belief in Marge Hazlett’s family that when loved ones die, they become birds. Perhaps the spirit of Hazlett’s mother was carried away by the flock of geese that flew overhead in the moments after she passed. Hazlett’s husband, Bob, must have been looking down on his grandson the day a hawk circled the Topeka house where he was playing.
Making ‘cents’ of holiday shopping: 10 gifts for $100: Writer finds it’s not an impossible mission; By Jim Baker; December 9, 2001; By Jim Baker The mission: Buy gifts for 10 people on your Christmas list. The catch: You’ve only got $100 with which to do it. In other words, you’ve got to select and purchase gifts for your whole gang and limit each item to $10 or less.
Bereaved cope with grief during the holidays: By Mindie Paget; December 9, 2001; By Mindie Paget It’s a belief in Marge Hazlett’s family that when loved ones die, they become birds. Perhaps the spirit of Hazlett’s mother was carried away by the flock of geese that flew overhead in the moments after she passed.
Friends and neighbors: December 9, 2001; Nicholas Pogany, Lawrence, stands inside the World Trade Center during his graduation trip to New York City in 1999. At age 19, Pogany traveled with his mother, Susan Pogany, to New York City as graduation gift. Nicholas graduated from Lawrence High School. Susan Pogany submitted the photograph. Got a shot for Friends & Neighbors? Send it, along with your name, phone number and caption information, to Friends & Neighbors, P.O. Box 888, Lawrence 66044. For more Friends and Neighbors go to www.lawrence.com/publish/postem/friends.
daily traffic concerns: December 9, 2001; By Mindie Paget Thinking ahead to the ice and snow that winter may dump on Kansas highways makes rural Douglas County resident Stacey Lamb a little nervous about her 45-minute commute to Kansas City, Mo.
Atlanta tops Magic one night after 35-point defeat: December 9, 2001; With their worst loss of the season still fresh in their minds, Jason Terry and the Atlanta Hawks were out for redemption. Terry made two free throws with 17.7 seconds left and the Hawks snapped a three-game losing streak with a 107-104 victory over the Orlando Magic on Saturday night.
Traditional paint can gets an update: December 9, 2001; While some consumer products get repackaged every year to make them appear more hip or user-friendly, the common paint can has remained unchanged for about a century. Now, Sherwin-Williams Co., the nation’s largest paint and coating company, is overhauling the familiar gallon container.
practicality popular during 19th century: December 9, 2001; Dishes that break have been a problem since ceramic plates became popular in the 17th century. Potters tried to find new ways to make pottery and porcelain that were hard to chip or break.
Chiefs back eager to face team struggling against run: December 9, 2001; The Kansas City Chiefs are running the ball effectively, with halfback Priest Holmes the primary reason. The Oakland Raiders, on the other hand, are having trouble stopping the run and must face Holmes today.
Television has its winners and losers: By Calder Pickett; December 9, 2001; By Calder Pickett I watch quite a bit of television. My eyes are such that I can’t read as much as I used to, so I watch some TV. I’m sure none of you thought I was a super-intellectual who saw only foreign movies and watched only PBS.
Kansas turns tables on Kangaroos: Jayhawks force 19 UMKC turnovers against nation’s best turnover team; By Levi Chronister; December 9, 2001; By Levi Chronister Forcing turnovers was the forte of UMKC’s men’s basketball team during a five-game winning streak to start the season. The Kangaroos forced nearly twice as many turnovers as they committed over that stretch (81-42) and their 8.4 per-game average led the nation.
Dancers give new life to old Irish steps: December 9, 2001; By Jan Biles Jean Denney’s black dance shoes show the wear and tear of her profession. Their fiberglass reinforced heels and tips have been eroded by drums, cross keys, rallies, rocks, butterflies and boxes the basic foot movements in Irish step dancing.
Tax cuts shouldn’t be untouchable: By David Broder; December 9, 2001; By David Broder Washington Post Writers Group When the Bush brothers got together in Florida the other day, aides to Gov. Jeb Bush say he gave the president only a general description of what he was going through, trying to close a yawning deficit in the state budget.
Holiday trimmings spark hazards: December 9, 2001; By Mindie Paget The glow from Sigma Phi Epsilon fraternity is hard to miss. Drive past the corner of 17th and Tennessee streets after dark, and you’re sure to spot thousands of multicolored Christmas lights strung from lawn to tree and back again, and the word “Noel” written in lights on the roof.
Give floors a new finish: Hard work on hardwoods pays off; By Matt Fox, Home and Garden Television; December 9, 2001; Here’s a project that is a little more involved but well worth it. Shari and I refinished a hardwood floor together and, believe it or not, we were still talking to each other afterwards. No kidding. Here’s the process.
Business briefs: December 9, 2001
On the record: December 9, 2001; Law enforcement report Police reports
KU grapples with historic tuition increase: By Regina Cassell; December 9, 2001; By Terry Rombeck KU may not be able to have it both ways. Administrators at Kansas University often tout their goal of being among the top 25 U.S. universities. And they’ve long been proud of the university’s tuition rates low enough to land KU “best buy” rankings from national college guides.
Kansas women upended by Weber State, 51-48: By Gary Bedore; December 9, 2001; By Chuck Woodling Selena Scott thought she was on the same page, but the bookmark must have slipped out. Scott, a Kansas University senior guard, shot a two-point goal at the buzzer when the Jayhawks needed a three, and Weber State escaped with a 51-48 women’s basketball victory on Saturday afternoon in Allen Fieldhouse.
Current, prospective students steel for hike: By Regina Cassell; December 9, 2001; By Terry Rombeck The prospect of a big tuition increase at Kansas University has Rachel Hahn on edge. Hahn has lived in Lawrence her entire life, and she always assumed she would attend Kansas University to study either music performance or criminal justice.
Mangino closing in on assistants: By Jan Biles; December 9, 2001; By Robert Sinclair New Kansas University football coach Mark Mangino could be close to announcing some members of his staff maybe even as early as today sources told the Journal-World on Saturday. Mangino has been in Norman, Okla., since Wednesday, but is returning to Lawrence today.
KU places 2-3-4 in 3K: December 9, 2001; Freshman Julie Mullally, sophomore Kelli Reid and freshman Jennifer Duffy placed 2-3-4 in the women’s 3,000-meter run for Kansas in the K-State All-Comers track and field meet Saturday.
World Briefs: December 9, 2001; TOKYO: Earthquake rocks Japanese island Philippines: Forces fighting rebels to get U.S. training Ireland: Would-be refugees found dead in truck
World Briefs: December 9, 2001; TOKYO: Earthquake rocks Japanese island Philippines: Forces fighting rebels to get U.S. training Ireland: Would-be refugees found dead in truck
U.S. airman drowns: The Associated Press; December 9, 2001; A U.S. Air Force sergeant drowned after helping rescue a sick crew member from a Malaysian tanker near Bermuda, authorities said Saturday. Sgt. Doug Eccleston fell from an inflatable raft Friday night as he and another U.S. airman were being lowered from the tanker, having completed their mission, an Air Force spokesman said.
Too much whining: December 9, 2001; To the editor: After living in several communities in my lifetime, I moved to Lawrence almost three years ago to be closer to family. Although I enjoy living in this community, it really didn’t take too long to realize that, once a citizen, one seems to have a right to be a “whiner.” Consider the following:
Special Santa: December 9, 2001; To the editor: To whomever took our Santa: It may have been a prank or a dare or you just liked our Santa. But let me tell you why that four-foot plastic Santa was on our porch. We didn’t buy him; probably never would have. But Santa belonged to Aunt Jeanne. When our sister/aunt was run over and killed nearly three years ago we were faced with many difficult things, including cleaning out her house.
Safety measure: December 9, 2001; To the editor: I have been aware for some time of the dangerous intersection of K-10 and the East Hills Industrial Park. Although, I do not work there; I do go there occasionally. Also, I have a relative who works there and says it is a dangerous intersection.
Re-election theme: December 9, 2001; To the editor: By simple measurements we are winning the war on terrorism. We have attacked Afghanistan, largely routed the Taliban (which President of the World Bush assured us he had no interest in doing), established a military base there (which President of the World Bush assured us he would not do), and are narrowing in on Osama bin Laden. It is clear that we will take him dead or alive, preferably dead, despite our government’s refusal to provide one scintilla of evidence that he is actually the mastermind behind the attacks.
Ottawa boys cruise: December 9, 2001; Ross Thompson, a 6-foot-7 junior, had 23 points and 16 rebounds as Ottawa High’s boys basketball team defeated Holyoke, Colo., 97-71, Saturday for third place in the Topside Tipoff Classic.
NHL Briefs: December 9, 2001; Blue Jackets’ Sanderson to have hernia surgery Wife of Flyers coach dies of cancer at 48
NHL Briefs: December 9, 2001; Blue Jackets’ Sanderson to have hernia surgery Wife of Flyers coach dies of cancer at 48
NBA Briefs: December 9, 2001; Rice to miss 10 days because of knee injury Abdur-Rahim leaves after aggravating injury Hill may need surgery to remove bone spurs
NBA Briefs: December 9, 2001; Rice to miss 10 days because of knee injury Abdur-Rahim leaves after aggravating injury Hill may need surgery to remove bone spurs
Lawrence commuter report: December 9, 2001
Lawrence commuter report: December 9, 2001; The following events and construction projects may affect commuter traffic this week in the region: Kansas University vs. South Carolina State men’s basketball, 7 p.m. Saturday, Allen Fieldhouse.
Lawrence briefs: December 9, 2001; Groups plans anti-war demonstration in Topeka Holiday fund-raiser to benefit Penn House
Lawrence briefs: December 9, 2001; Groups plans anti-war demonstration in Topeka Holiday fund-raiser to benefit Penn House
Briefly: December 9, 2001; Pakistan: Crowd beats journalist traveling near Afghanistan Washington: Public tours resume at U.S. Capitol complex New York: Christmas tree brings cheer for Ground Zero workers New York: Report: Hijack leader Atta visited NY before attacks
People: December 9, 2001; Country duo add to posse Wedding plans moved up Wanted: Spielberg stuntman Oscar winner receives honor
People: December 9, 2001; Country duo add to posse Wedding plans moved up Wanted: Spielberg stuntman Oscar winner receives honor
Zaun signs with Astros: Catcher leaves KC for two-year deal in Houston; December 9, 2001; Free-agent catcher Gregg Zaun and the Houston Astros agreed Saturday to a $2.35 million, two-year contract. Zaun, 30, spent much of last season on the disabled list after tearing a muscle in his left calf during spring training with the Kansas City Royals.
NBA Roundup: Hawks avenge lopsided loss: Atlanta tops Magic one night after 35-point defeat; The Associated Press; December 9, 2001; With their worst loss of the season still fresh in their minds, Jason Terry and the Atlanta Hawks were out for redemption. Terry made two free throws with 17.7 seconds left and the Hawks snapped a three-game losing streak with a 107-104 victory over the Orlando Magic on Saturday night.
Mini-Branson model planned for tour: By Kathryn Buckstaff; December 9, 2001; Barber Jim Stevenson wanted to show people the big picture of Branson. In miniature. So he built an 8-foot-by-16-foot model of his adopted hometown. Intricately crafted using aerial photos, it depicts each home in every subdivision, every theater, motel, business and shopping mall all carved from balsa wood.
Two-time champ Georgia Southern advances: The Associated Press; December 9, 2001; Anthony Williams returned a punt 58 yards for a touchdown as Georgia Southern beat Appalachian State 38-24 on Saturday in the NCAA Division I-AA quarterfinals.
Snubbed ‘Bows blast BYU: The Associated Press; December 9, 2001; Nick Rolovich did his best to prove that bowl organizers made a mistake by passing up Hawaii. Rolovich threw eight touchdown passes and Chad Owens scored on kickoff and punt returns as Hawaii ended No. 9 BYU’s bid for a perfect season with a 72-45 victory Saturday.
Give plants a good drink before winter: By Bruce Chladny; December 9, 2001; By Bruce Chladny As we near the holiday season, our attention is focused on trimming the Christmas tree and baking holiday cookies. However, with the drier than normal conditions this fall, the avid gardener many need to spend some time outdoors this weekend.
Crouch claims close Heisman race: Nebraska quarterback wins award in fourth-closest campaign in 67 years; The Associated Press; December 9, 2001; Eric Crouch must be really glad he didn’t quit the team. Three years after briefly leaving when he lost the starting job, the Nebraska quarterback won the Heisman Trophy on Saturday night in one of the closest races in the history of the award.
Safe at home: Take action to create a sense of security; By Carol Boncella; December 9, 2001; By Carol Boncella Several years ago, I split one of my classes into two groups. One group, dubbed the “homeowners,” was asked to think of clever outdoor places where a house key might be hidden for use if they were locked out.
Police issue warrant for Santiago: The Associated Press; December 9, 2001; A warrant was issued in Pittsburgh for the arrest of Cleveland Browns tight end O.J. Santiago for marijuana possession, The Cleveland Plain Dealer reported Saturday. Police Lt. Kevin Kraus told the newspaper that he issued the warrant Friday and called an NFL security official to notify the Browns.
Bears out to prove they’re good not lucky on road: The Associated Press; December 9, 2001; The Chicago Bears have the Green Bay Packers right where they want them today at Lambeau Field. That would have sounded strange not too long ago. Not so in today’s topsy-turvy NFL, where home teams are just 88-85 this season and where 30 road teams have prevailed in the last three weeks alone.
Raiders must stop Holmes: Chiefs back eager to face team struggling against run; The Associated Press; December 9, 2001; The Kansas City Chiefs are running the ball effectively, with halfback Priest Holmes the primary reason. The Oakland Raiders, on the other hand, are having trouble stopping the run and must face Holmes today.
Ideal lodgings for folks on the cheap: These days, it’s no longer just youths and backpackers staying at hostels; By Lisa Singhania, Associated Press Writer; December 9, 2001; Fancy accommodations have always been a low priority for me when I travel. So on a recent vacation in San Francisco, my husband and I booked a private room at a hostel, as we had done before in Hawaii, New Mexico and other locales.
Quincy Jones’ ‘Q’ is legend of a ‘Ghetto Gump’: By Aimee Maude Sims, Associated Press Writer; December 9, 2001; “One secret of Quincy Jones’ success, my friends, is in his belly button. “I tell him, ‘How come you’re gonna work with such-and-so? He hasn’t done sh in 10 years,’” recalls record executive Clarence Avant about a conversation with Jones. “He says, ‘Belly button, Clarence. I got a feeling about him in my belly button.’”
Ottawa boys cruise: J-W Staff Report; December 9, 2001; Ross Thompson, a 6-foot-7 junior, had 23 points and 16 rebounds as Ottawa High’s boys basketball team defeated Holyoke, Colo., 97-71, Saturday for third place in the Topside Tipoff Classic.
FSHS wrestlers take third place: J-W Staff Report; December 9, 2001; Led by three individual champions, Free State High placed third Saturday at the Gardner-Edgerton wrestling tournament. Matt Somers (119), Justin Stevens (189) and Ian B(215) won their respective weight classes for the Firebirds.
Quotations from Mark Twain’s letters: The Associated Press; December 9, 2001; Some wit and wisdom from Mark Twain.
NHL Roundup: Devils stretch unbeaten streak to four: New Jersey clips Capitals to reach .500 level for first time since Nov. 17; The Associated Press; December 9, 2001; The New Jersey Devils started to win again once they rediscovered the value of patience. Sergei Brylin and Brian Rafalski scored second-period goals Saturday to lift the New Jersey Devils to a 3-1 victory over the Washington Capitals.
North Dakota takes D-II title: The Associated Press; December 9, 2001; Jed Perkerewiez scored on a 1-yard with 29 seconds to play as North Dakota outlasted Grand Valley State 17-14 on Saturday for its first NCAA Division II championship. Grand Valley State (13-1) appeared poised to win its first national championship when quarterback Ryan Brady scored his second touchdown of the day on a 12-yard run with 2:46 to play.
Hollywood loves to frontload famous faces: Star power in films like “Ocean’s Eleven,” “Magnolia” is a movie tradition; By Anthony Breznican, Associated Press Writer; December 9, 2001; So you’re a wildly popular Hollywood director and virtually every movie star is dying to work with you. Which famous face do you select to star in your next feature: Julia Roberts, Brad Pitt, George Clooney or Matt Damon?
Increases aim to pull KU up to peers: Universities of Colorado, Iowa, North Carolina, Oklahoma and Oregon on comparative list; By Terry Rombeck; December 9, 2001; By Terry Rombeck Five universities have served as benchmarks for Kansas University since 1976. And again during discussions of a potential tuition increase, the schools the universities of Colorado, Iowa, North Carolina-Chapel Hill, Oklahoma and Oregon are playing a key role.
Holiday takes patriotic turn: Knight Ridder Newspapers; December 9, 2001; Beyond red, white and blue lights and ornaments, you will find both tacky and beautiful patriotic gifts this holiday season. Among them? Fabriche flag-draped angel tree-toppers; patriotic holiday note pads; holiday plaques that say “God Bless America,” military ornaments and dolls.
Key lawmakers advise caution with tuition plans: Legislators agree that time is ripe for increase; By Scott Rothschild; December 9, 2001; By Scott Rothschild Legislative leaders say state universities need to raise tuition, but they must proceed with caution. The state’s current model low tuition and minimal state assistance to poorer students has served Kansas well, they say.
Ironstone a durable design: Dishes’ practicality popular during 19th century; By Ralph and Terry Kovel, King Features Syndicate; December 9, 2001; Dishes that break have been a problem since ceramic plates became popular in the 17th century. Potters tried to find new ways to make pottery and porcelain that were hard to chip or break.
Book offers budget-minded decorating tips: By Mary Beth Breckenridge, Knight Ridder Newspapers; December 9, 2001; Maybe you don’t think of yourself as a talented decorator. Maybe you don’t think you’re very creative at all. Still, I bet you have one or two great decorating ideas floating around in your brain.
Traditional paint can gets an update: By John Russell, Knight Ridder Newspapers; December 9, 2001; While some consumer products get repackaged every year to make them appear more hip or user-friendly, the common paint can has remained unchanged for about a century. Now, Sherwin-Williams Co., the nation’s largest paint and coating company, is overhauling the familiar gallon container.
KU looks to tuition increase to avoid slide: Current state budget structure leaves university short of funds in its quest for excellence; By Terry Rombeck; December 9, 2001; By Terry Rombeck Kansas University administrators often tout their goal of being among the top 25 U.S. universities. They also laud the university’s low tuition rates, which have helped KU land “best buy” rankings from such publications as U.S. News & World Report and the “Fiske Guide to Colleges.”
High-speed rail line to surpass landmark: The Associated Press; December 9, 2001; Amtrak’s high-speed train service between Washington and Boston is expected to pass the million-passenger mark sometime this month after a year of operation. Acela Express billed as America’s first high-speed train, capable of speeds up to 150 mph experienced a surge in ridership after the Sept. 11 terrorist attacks discouraged many from traveling by airplane.
Too much whining: December 9, 2001
New destroyer welcomed into U.S. Navy’s fleet: The Associated Press; December 9, 2001; The U.S. Navy commissioned the guided missile destroyer USS Bulkeley on Saturday, a few miles from where the World Trade Center once stood. “There is no more fitting place to commission this ship as we stand in the shadow of Lady Liberty and within walking distance of ground zero,” said Deputy Secretary of Defense Paul Wolfowitz.
Trio take up residence on space station: The Associated Press; December 9, 2001; Two American astronauts and their Russian commander moved into the international space station on Saturday, settling in for a half-year stay. The three men arrived aboard space shuttle Endeavour the day before, but they did not have time to trade places with the space station crew that has been on board since August.
Death notices of wife, family of bin Laden aide appear in paper: The Associated Press; December 9, 2001; The family of Ayman al-Zawahri, the top aide to Osama bin Laden, has published a death notice saying al-Zawahri’s wife and children have been killed in Afghanistan.
Former Marine relives horrors of Iwo Jima: By Norman N. Brown, For Associated Press Weekly Features; December 9, 2001; Although compact and brief, “Nightmare on Iwo” (Naval Institute Press, 164 pages, $23.95) eloquently describes the horrors of the World War II battle for Iwo Jima, which began on Feb. 19, 1945.
Browsing room: Books with ties to Kansas are crowding the shelves; By Jan Biles; December 9, 2001; By Jan Biles The Christmas shopping clock is ticking off the minutes. So if you have names that haven’t been checked off your list yet and you don’t have a clue what to get, it may be time to put your faith in a sure-fire winner: books.
Robison comfortable balancing recording career, songwriting success: By Jim Patterson, Associated Press Writer; December 9, 2001; It was a good week to be Bruce Robison. His “Angry All the Time” was the No. 1 country music song in the nation, as sung by Tim McGraw and Faith Hill. Singers Brad Paisley, Allison Moorer, David Ball, Keith Urban and Lee Ann Womack had been in the audience at Robison’s Nov. 8 show, scouting his songs.
Band strikes a holiday chord: Concert is musician’s gift to the community; By Terry Rombeck; December 9, 2001; By Terry Rombeck Members of the Lawrence City Band figure music is better than fruitcake. That’s why they are presenting their second annual holiday concert. “It’s a Christmas gift to the city of Lawrence anybody and everybody,” director Robert Foster said.
Shakespeare was wrong: the part ‘not the play’ is the important thing: By Marsha Henry Goff; December 9, 2001; By Marsha Henry Goff When he was in country school, my husband Ray was in a Christmas play. What grade was he in? Somewhere between third and eighth. What part did he play? He doesn’t know. He sang a song with a classmate named Glenn. What song? He can’t remember. Men!
Religious, secular Christmas stamps due: By Syd Kronish, For The Associated Press; December 9, 2001; Each year at this time, the U.S. Postal Service issues two different sets of stamps for use on holiday mail. One is a special stamp of religious significance. The other is nonreligious, featuring colorful portrayals of smiling snowmen or sundry Santas.
County commission: Commissioner to serve on abatement committee; December 9, 2001; Agenda highlights 9 a.m. Monday Courthouse, 1100 Mass.
Suspect captured in Kansas guilty of child sex abuse: The Associated Press; December 9, 2001; A Mercer County man captured in Kansas after being featured on “America’s Most Wanted” has been convicted of 105 counts involving the sexual abuse of his four stepchildren.
Instructors leave guns at school: The Associated Press; December 9, 2001; The state has taught thousands of Missourians how to hunt safely in the past 44 years and will teach thousands more in the future. But in the Tarkio district in far northwest Missouri, the training won’t take place any more in elementary or secondary classrooms not after volunteers for the Missouri Conservation Department’s Hunter Education Class left two handguns behind last month.
LSU stuns Vols, muddies BCS: By Paul Newberry, Associated Press Sports Writer; December 9, 2001; A backup quarterback denied Tennessee a spot in the Rose Bowl and really messed up the Bowl Championship Series. Matt Mauck, filling in after Rohan Davey was injured, ran for two touchdowns and No. 21 LSU won its first Southeastern Conference title since 1988 with a 31-20 upset of second-ranked Tennessee on Saturday night.
Printmaker left vivid impression: By Mindie Paget; December 9, 2001; By Mindie Paget Kansas University professor emeritus of printmaking John Talleur knew how to make an impression. When Talleur and a group of his students in the late ‘60s or early ‘70s reassembled an old handpress that they’d carried in pieces from Chicago to KU, the weight of it broke the floor right above the chancellor’s office in Strong Hall.
Tight cash flow delays state funds for schools: The Associated Press; December 9, 2001; The state’s cash shortage has touched all Kansas school districts this month, as monthly payments from Topeka to districts were delayed nearly a week and were only 75 percent of the amounts due.
McCain fights Boeing funding: The Associated Press; December 9, 2001; Sen. John McCain has attacked the Senate defense spending bill for including what he calls gross amounts of excess spending. His top example: a program for the Air Force to lease 100 Boeing 767s to replace its aging refueling fleet.
Defense bill includes food supply protections: The Associated Press; December 9, 2001; Key elements of a plan to protect the nation’s food supply were part of defense spending legislation passed late last week in the Senate. Sen. Pat Roberts, R-Kan., said Saturday that parts of an agroterrorism measure he is sponsoring were included in the defense bill and its $20 billion package for bolstering security at home.
NBA Notebook: Krause, Floyd can’t agree on playing time for rookies: The Los Angeles Times; December 9, 2001; A battle of wills is surfacing between Bulls general manager Jerry Krause, who drafted Eddy Curry and Tyson Chandler, and coach Tim Floyd, who has resisted playing them. Insiders think Floyd is smoldering about trading Elton Brand for Chandler, which bought Krause time at the cost of giving Floyd a chance to compete this season.
KU escapes ‘Roos - Kansas 79, UMKC 68: Jayhawks win ‘ugly’ against zone; By Gary Bedore; December 9, 2001; By Gary Bedore Temple isn’t the only college basketball team in the country that plays a maddeningly effective match-up zone defense. UMKC’s Kangaroos ran the 2-3 alignment to perfection Saturday night, slowing Kansas University’s running game in the Jayhawks’ hard-earned 79-68 victory at Allen Fieldhouse.
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Schools differ on allowing recruiters: By Tim Carpenter; December 9, 2001; By Tim Carpenter The Afghanistan war has inflamed controversy about U.S. high schools and colleges that refused to welcome military recruiters and ban ROTC programs. But that ruckus hasn’t surfaced in the Lawrence public school district or at Kansas University.

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