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Tornado touches down in southwest Lawrence
By Dave Toplikar
May 8, 2003
A tornado touched down early Thursday evening in southwest Lawrence, churning a line of property damage from roughly 27th and Scottsdale to an area just northeast of Clinton Parkway and Wakarusa Drive.
Will spam take down the Internet?
Ellen Goodman
May 8, 2003
Thus begins another day in the Internet cafe. I arrive at the office, decap my java, turn on the computer, and begin consuming the typical American breakfast: coffee and spam. On my electronic plate I find the usual fare: several offers to enlarge my penis, an opportunity to lose weight while I sleep, a chance to get a lower mortgage, get out of debt, buy prescription drugs online, all while watching XXX-rated teenagers.
Nude models unionize to gain leverage on working conditions
The Associated Press
May 8, 2003
Complaining of low pay, cold rooms and air laden with paint fumes and charcoal dust, models who pose nude at a Philadelphia art school voted Wednesday to join a union.
Baseball briefs
May 8, 2003
¢ Oregon House passes stadium financing plan ¢ Giants’ Nen undergoes season-ending surgery ¢ Diamondbacks’ Counsell to have thumb surgery ¢ Cards’ Ankiel to start for Double-A team
Tape raises questions on Saddam’s whereabouts
The Washington Post
May 8, 2003
An audiotape carrying what purports to be the voice of Saddam Hussein surfaced Wednesday, the first since the Iraqi president and his government were ousted by U.S. forces last month, reopening the mystery of Saddam’s fate and whereabouts.
Nets snag Game 2 win - New Jersey 104, Boston 95
Pierce scores game-high 32 points in losing effort
By Tom Canavan - Associated Press Sports Writer
May 8, 2003
When the New Jersey Nets hear the word “butter” yelled from their bench, they know the 24-second clock is running down and it’s time to shoot quickly.
Bowen scores 27; Spurs spike Lakers - San Antonio 114, Los Angeles 95
Three-time defending NBA champions face 2-0 deficit for first time during run
By T.A. Badger - Associated Press Writer
May 8, 2003
Bruce Bowen called it the game of his career, and given his performance and what was at stake, it’s easy to see why.
Gooden on All-Rookie unit
May 8, 2003
Kansas University product Drew Gooden of the Orlando Magic was named to the NBA All-Rookie team Wednesday.
Briefly
May 8, 2003
¢ University student dies of injuries from dorm fire ¢ 2000 ballots to be preserved ¢ Columbia accident board settles on wing theory
Governor ready to tackle school funding formula
By Scott Rothschild
May 8, 2003
Gov. Kathleen Sebelius said Wednesday that she was ready to tackle the contentious issue of revamping the school finance formula. Just hours after the close of the 2003 legislative session, Sebelius said she planned to form a group this summer to discuss education issues and come up with a school finance plan to recommend to the 2004 Legislature that meets in January.
Revivals expected to dominate Tonys
By Michael Kuchwara - Associated Press Writer
May 8, 2003
“Gypsy” and “Nine.” And what about “La Boheme”?
Tigers complete sweep
Detroit 4-0 following 3-25 start
The Associated Press
May 8, 2003
Tired of being ridiculed, the Detroit Tigers are doing the only thing that can guarantee an end to their misery: win.
Estes finds home at Wrigley Field
Cubs edge Brewers, 2-1, to avoid three-game series sweep
The Associated Press
May 8, 2003
Shawn Estes is comfortable at Wrigley Field, and Joe Borowski feels right at home in the closer’s role.
Lawrence pair hopes shoppers say ‘I Do’ to new bridal store
By Chad Lawhorn
May 8, 2003
A garter, of all things, pushed Carla Shutak into opening a business. Three years ago, the Lawrence resident was planning her wedding and was intent on shopping locally.
Son faces murder charge in death of elderly father
Daughter-in-law also accused of mistreatment
By Eric Weslander
May 8, 2003
A Lawrence man murdered his 76-year-old father by neglecting him, Douglas County prosecutors alleged Wednesday. Henry F. Harrell died Nov. 20, 2002, of pneumonia and complications from bed sores, one of which was nearly 6 inches wide and penetrated to the bone, according to an autopsy.
Salary talk stalls teacher contract
By Tim Carpenter
May 8, 2003
Negotiations on a new contract for Lawrence teachers were bogged down Wednesday in a debate about reforming the pay scale. Consensus on changing the complex salary schedule, which has more than 250 salary possibilities depending on a staff member’s college education and years of service, appeared so difficult that representatives of the school board and Lawrence Education Assn. decided to put the issue off until next school year.
Moore proposes bill to combat tornado losses
By Libby Quaid - Associated Press Writer
May 8, 2003
People can’t stop tornadoes, but they can reduce the damage and even death they cause, lawmakers said Wednesday.
Royals collapse again - Boston 9, Kansas City 6
Damon rips former club after K.C. falters late
Doug Tucker - Associated Press Sports Writer
May 8, 2003
Johnny Damon heard the boos from the Kansas City fans. “I really don’t mind it,” he said. “They have some false information on how this team is run.”
Friends and neighbors
May 8, 2003
Senators criticize Wall St. accord
Lawmakers seek more penalties
The Associated Press
May 8, 2003
Senators voiced skepticism Wednesday that the government’s $1.4 billion settlement with 10 major investment firms will fundamentally change Wall Street’s culture, saying that top executives need to be held accountable. “I believe that the Wall Street culture must change from the top down, and I am not convinced that the (settlement) has done enough to change attitudes at the top” of the big investment firms, Sen. Richard Shelby, R-Ala., chairman of the Senate Banking Committee, said at a hearing called to examine the accord. “Without holding executives and CEOs personally accountable for the wrongdoing that occurred under their watch, I do not believe that Wall Street will change its ways or that investor confidence will be restored.”
Young and talented
Owners recruiting tomorrow’s Cup standouts today
By Jim Utter - Knight Ridder Newspapers
May 8, 2003
Each season brings a new crop of young, talented drivers to NASCAR’s Winston Cup series, and 2003 is no exception.
Nadeau improves as SAFER testing continues
David Poole
May 8, 2003
While the search for answers and solutions goes on, there was some good news Monday when Winston Cup driver Jerry Nadeau’s condition was upgraded from critical to serious but stable at Virginia Commonwealth University Hospital in Richmond.
Kline defends nephew’s hiring
Attorney general says nepotism law not being violated
By Emily Fredrix - Associated Press
May 8, 2003
Atty. Gen. Phill Kline said Wednesday his office was saving the state money by employing his nephew as his driver and that the decision to hire 23-year-old Brad Kline as an assistant was not his.
U.S. drops sanctions on Iraq
By Tom Raum - Associated Press Writer
May 8, 2003
President Bush suspended U.S. sanctions against the old government of Iraq on Wednesday and prodded the U.N. Security Council to do the same. “No country in good conscience can support using sanctions to hold back the hopes of the Iraqi people,” Bush said. At a news conference with Spanish Prime Minister Jose Maria Aznar, Bush said that the United States, Britain and Spain would introduce a U.N. resolution “soon” that would lift sanctions imposed in 1990 when Iraq invaded Kuwait.
Sex course ends in applause
Dailey offers sympathy to students who were singled out in criticisms
By Dave Ranney
May 8, 2003
Embattled Kansas University professor Dennis Dailey told students in his human sexuality class they had been wronged by the controversy surrounding his teaching methods. “It’s unfortunate that your opportunities for learning may have in some way been fouled by this experience,” he said Wednesday during his last class of the semester.
Briefly
May 8, 2003
¢ High schools to unite for Project Graduation ¢ Wal-Mart award honors Lawrence Latin teacher ¢ K.C. firefighter pleads no contest in drug case
Briefly
May 8, 2003
¢ Jefferson Davis statue at Capitol protested ¢ Several girls injured in hazing incident ¢ Broken beaver dam blamed in derailment ¢ Tests show girl not missing Florida child
FBI scrutinizes sources in wake of China spy case
The Associated Press
May 8, 2003
The FBI is reviewing each of the thousands of people who provide it intelligence to make sure they are being handled properly and giving accurate, high-quality information.
Fox offers canine beauty pageant
Kevin McDonough
May 8, 2003
Does a dog from New Jersey know that she’s from New Jersey? And if she did, would she care? No, I’m not turning this into a philosophy column. I am just trying to make sense of “The First Annual Miss Dog Beauty Pageant” (7 p.m., Fox). John O’Hurley (“Seinfeld”) is host of this four-legged competition, with a little help from Jillian Barberie.
Lecompton growth hinges on water
By Mark Fagan
May 8, 2003
Mark Tunstall won’t be getting new neighbors anytime soon. His hometown simply can’t squeeze any more water from its parched one-well system.
Cheney to be on 2004 ticket
The Associated Press
May 8, 2003
Vice President Dick Cheney has agreed to be President Bush’s running mate in 2004, saying past health problems won’t sideline him.
Tornadoes return to Midwest, South
Storms rage through Missouri; mourners honor Franklin victim
By Betsy Taylor - Associated Press Writer
May 8, 2003
Tornadoes swept across the Midwest and South overnight and early Wednesday, killing two people in Illinois and battering a region still trying to recover from deadly twisters that struck over the weekend.
Area briefs
May 8, 2003
¢ 36-year-old charged in shooting incident ¢ Baldwin ABC Group to discuss school cuts ¢ Town meeting discusses sodomy laws ¢ KU awarded grants for language programs
Horoscopes
By Jacqueline Bigar
May 8, 2003
Commodities
May 8, 2003
Our town sports
May 8, 2003
Villanueva ‘feels good’ at fieldhouse
By Jim Baker
May 8, 2003
Charlie Villanueva descended the north end zone stairs of Allen Fieldhouse, his eyes scanning Kansas University’s basketball palace from top to bottom. “It feels good being here. I like this place,” said Villanueva, a 6-foot-9, 215-pound high school senior from Blair Academy in Blairstown, N.J., who late Wednesday afternoon arrived for his two-day official recruiting trip to KU.
People
May 8, 2003
¢ Royals expecting first child ¢ Townshend listed as sex offender ¢ Timberlake takes TNT job ¢ Brain-surgery diet suits comedian
Developer starts apartment projects
Tuckaway Management Corp. plans to build 28 one-bedroom units in Lawrence
By Chad Lawhorn
May 8, 2003
One of Lawrence’s large apartment developers is back in the building mode. Tuckaway Management Corp. within the last month has started two new projects to add to the 290 apartments it already operates in Lawrence.
Former Enron leader surrenders to FBI
The Associated Press
May 8, 2003
A former Enron Corp. executive surrendered Wednesday to the FBI on charges he sold large amounts of company stock when he knew his telecommunications unit was failing.
Briefcase
May 8, 2003
¢ Goodyear chair to resign ¢ Westar declares dividend ¢ Muppet empire sold back to Henson family
College loan rates expected to drop
The Associated Press
May 8, 2003
Some relief is on the way for families struggling to cover soaring college tuition: Lower interest rates are about to make federal loans cheaper than ever.
Business leaders named to nonprofit board
From J-W Staff Reports
May 8, 2003
Debra Black of University National Bank has been re-elected chair of the Lawrence Junior Achievement board of directors.
Westar policy raises questions about workers’ voting
J-W Wire Reports
May 8, 2003
A new Westar Energy policy promising employees who own company stock that their votes will be kept confidential is triggering questions about how the information had been used.
Library lacking
J-W Editorials
May 8, 2003
Lawrence should be embarrassed by the substandard funding for its public library. Figures cited in Wednesday’s Journal-World on per-capita spending on public libraries in Kansas certainly are an embarrassment in Lawrence.
Look at Wichita
May 8, 2003
All that filth
May 8, 2003
Class defended
May 8, 2003
Governor exits first session with victories under belt
Sebelius maneuvers budget planning to fit goals
By John Hanna - Associated Press Writer
May 8, 2003
With her goals shaped by the campaign she had run, Gov. Kathleen Sebelius went into her first legislative session seeking to avoid tax increases and further cuts in education spending.
Ex-wife testifies about Nichol’s relationship with OKC bomber
By Tim Talley - Associated Press Writer
May 8, 2003
Bombing conspirator Terry Nichols spent so much time with Timothy McVeigh that Nichols’ wife became jealous and eventually demanded that McVeigh not be allowed inside the couple’s home, Nichols’ wife testified Wednesday.
Universities consider changes to minority-only programs
The Chicago Tribune
May 8, 2003
Several public and private universities, including Princeton University and the Massachusetts Institute of Technology, have announced they will eliminate or alter summer programs and scholarships that accept only minorities.
Religious centers hit by arsonist
The Associated Press
May 8, 2003
Four fires over 11 days at religious buildings were deliberately set, likely by a single arsonist, authorities said Wednesday.
KU fills admissions post from own ranks
By Terry Rombeck
May 8, 2003
After two national searches, Kansas University officials have selected one of their own to lead the Office of Admissions and Scholarships. Lisa Pinamonti, associate director of the office since 2000 and interim director since April 2002, on Wednesday was named to fill the post.
Walking, talking tour set for Stop Day
By Terry Rombeck
May 8, 2003
The Greek word for “school” is scoleri, which literally means “leisure.” But Ted Johnson doesn’t see much leisure in the daily lives of Kansas University students.
Mideast peace plan not likely to uproot all Jewish settlements
The Associated Press
May 8, 2003
This hilltop seized by Israeli settlers two years ago stood deserted for a few days after army bulldozers ripped up two trailer homes. But the squatters quickly returned — as they have to other West Bank outposts the army sought to dismantle.
Canseco: I was ‘blackballed’
By Stephen Hawkins - Associated Press Sports Writer
May 8, 2003
Former AL MVP Jose Canseco claims he was told three years ago by several players, including Alex Rodriguez, that he was being “blackballed” by baseball.
Firebird softball drops two
J-W Staff Reports
May 8, 2003
Free State High’s softball team dropped a doubleheader Wednesday against Olathe South at Olathe District Activities Center.
LHS baseball routs SM West
J-W Staff Reports
May 8, 2003
Taylor Martin tossed a two-hitter for Lawrence High Wednesday in a 10-0 victory against Shawnee Mission West that ended after five innings at 3&2 fields.
Local briefs
May 8, 2003
¢ Elwell bright spot for LHS tennis ¢ Blevins takes first at O-North Invite ¢ Four local players sign ¢ SM East stymies Free State in soccer
Tyler Riley Seifried
May 8, 2003
Ryan services
May 8, 2003
Lois Marie Melia
May 8, 2003
Doris Mae Nitcher
May 8, 2003
Humane Society sets annual Mutt ‘n’ Strutt
May 8, 2003
The Eighth Annual Mutt ‘n’ Strutt will be Saturday morning at Sunflower School, 2621 Inverness Drive. Funds from the charity walk will go to the Lawrence Humane Society.
76ers-Pistons won’t be battle of backups
The Associated Press
May 8, 2003
Eric Snow doesn’t plan on seeing two backup point guards become the featured matchup in Game 2 of the Eastern Conference semifinals.
Kings, Mavericks have same thoughts
The Associated Press
May 8, 2003
When Sacramento faces Dallas, confidence isn’t a problem.
6News video: Controversy over KU sexuality course continues
May 8, 2003
Wednesday’s “The O’Reilley Factor” featured a former student, and Senator Mark Buhler feels the situation needs to be handled by KU and not the legislature.
6News video: Dennis Dailey finally addresses the controversy
May 8, 2003
In his final class of the semester, Professor Dailey apologized to students for letting the accusations detract from the class.
6News video: Charges leveled in death of elderly man
May 8, 2003
The deceased’s son is facing charges of second degree murder.
6Sports video: Drew Gooden is named to the NBA All-Rookie team
May 8, 2003
Drew Gooden has played for several different teams and coaches, and has excelled under each one.
6Sports video: Lions and Firebirds meet once more
May 8, 2003
Lawrence High has a slight edge in bragging rights in the city competition, but Free State is close behind them.
Student makes accusations on ‘O’Reilly’
J-W Staff Reports
May 8, 2003
For the fourth time, “The O’Reilly Factor” on Wednesday night devoted a segment to the controversy surrounding a Kansas University professor who teaches a course on human sexuality.
Sunday liquor sales issue to be decided by courts
By Emily Fredrix - Associated Press Writer
May 8, 2003
A proposal to allow Sunday liquor sales in communities where voters approved remained in limbo when the Legislature ended its session Wednesday, leaving the issue to be decided by the courts.
Bin Laden, Saddam held liable for 9-11
The Associated Press
May 8, 2003
A federal judge Wednesday ordered Osama bin Laden, Saddam Hussein and others to pay nearly $104 million to the families of two Sept. 11 victims, saying there is evidence — though meager — that Iraq had a hand in the terrorist attacks. The closely watched case was the first lawsuit against the terrorists believed responsible for the World Trade Center attack to reach the damages phase.
Mideast militants threaten civil war
Knight Ridder Newspapers
May 8, 2003
For the U.S.-led Mideast peace plan to work, the new Palestinian leaders must find a way to put an end to suicide bombings. A recent Knight Ridder interview with two leading members of the militant group closest to the Palestinian leadership underscores the obstacles these leaders face in stamping out the cyclical violence that has made peace seem like a cruel illusion.
Vice president’s former firm now running Iraq’s oil fields
The Chicago Tribune
May 8, 2003
A firm once headed by Vice President Dick Cheney has gone from fixing Iraq’s oil wells to actually running them, parlaying a no-bid federal contract into an increasingly lucrative deal to supply Iraq’s emergency energy needs.
Toyota still tops in vehicle quality
The Associated Press
May 8, 2003
For the first time in five years, the average quality of new cars and trucks failed to improve this year, while domestic automakers continued to gain ground against foreign brands, according to a closely watched study of 2003 models.
Shaping a vision
May 8, 2003
On the record
May 8, 2003
Judge orders Kline to join talks on school finance plans
By Scott Rothschild
May 8, 2003
A federal judge has ordered Atty. Gen. Phill Kline’s office to participate in mediation talks in a lawsuit that challenges the way Kansas funds public schools. Kline had asked to be excused from mandatory mediation, saying the talks would have been “unfruitful,” delayed the case and forced the state to concede its school funding method was unconstitutional.
Doggone bath time
May 8, 2003
County probation officer charged with giving refuge to wanted felon
By Eric Weslander
May 8, 2003
A Douglas County probation officer gave refuge to a wanted felon earlier this year, prosecutors say.
Suit rejected from convict in county double killing
By Joel Mathis
May 8, 2003
A federal appeals court on Tuesday rejected a lawsuit filed by a man convicted of killing a couple in 1989 in Douglas County.
Phillies selling bits of Vet
May 8, 2003
Who would spend $280 for a pair of uncomfortable blue plastic seats? Phillies fans, that’s who — and anyone else interested in pro sports memorabilia.
Jayhawks strike early, upend Shockers
J-W Staff Reports
May 8, 2003
Junior first baseman Ryan Baty went 4-for-5 with two RBIs and senior designated hitter Kevin Wheeler bashed a two-run home run, helping the Kansas University baseball squad earn a 7-3 victory Wednesday against Wichita State at Eck Stadium. Junior right fielder Matt Tribble added two RBIs and senior left fielder Casey Spanish had an RBI double for the Jayhawks (34-21), who atoned for a 7-2 loss April 29 to Wichita State at Hoglund Ballpark.
Wizards cut ties with Jordan
Owner doesn’t want NBA legend back in front office
May 8, 2003
Imagine that, an NBA team showing Michael Jordan the door. Even he was shocked.
Jordan would mean total excitement
If MJ takes job with Charlotte franchise, the squad would have its first standout before its first player
By Tom Sorensen - The Charlotte Observer
May 8, 2003
If I owned an NBA team, and wanted to make money, which is what owners tend to do, Michael Jordan is the first man I’d approach.
Brats alone can’t save FSHS Field
By Mike Miller
May 8, 2003
Despite everything Saturday’s Lawrence High-Free State baseball game featured, it still missed one thing. Well, about 250 things: seats.
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