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KU prof’s CIA training proposal passes Congress
November 28, 2003
A Kansas University professor’s idea for training federal intelligence agents has been approved by both houses of Congress. The ROTC-style program received $4 million in funds in the Intelligence Authorization Act, which was approved last week by Congress and is expected to be signed by President Bush.
What am I bid?
November 28, 2003
The World Wide Web has revolutionized many aspects of our lives, especially the way we buy and sell. Over the years, various technological advances have had a defining impact on the human race, changing forever the way people do things. There was the wheel, electricity, the telephone, airplanes, the atomic bomb, but it’s certainly arguable that no advance has had a greater impact on the planet than the World Wide Web.
Pearl Harbor victim’s remains return for burial
November 28, 2003
More than six decades after Navy Fireman 2nd Class Payton L. Vanderpool Jr. was killed at Pearl Harbor, his remains will finally return home for burial in the family plot in northwest Missouri.
Nation feasts on festivities
Thanksgiving Day celebrated with parades, dinners
November 28, 2003
Parents hoisted little ones atop their shoulders so they could see over the huge crowds and bigger children scrambled up lamp posts to watch “Super Grover” and Barney float past in the annual Thanksgiving parade. “It’s jam-packed out here,” said Simeon Brown, 41, who brought his four children and four nephews up from Charleston, S.C., to watch the extravaganza.
Temple awaits conversion into music venue
November 28, 2003
It is a huge building that has stood at one of Lawrence’s most prominent intersections since 1912. Yet up until last weekend I had never stepped foot inside, nor spoken to anyone who had been in the facility. I’m referring to the Masonic Temple at 1001 Mass., a grandiose, stone edifice structure that has towered over the clothing stores, restaurants and taverns of downtown Lawrence since before your grandparents were born. Now the building is in the process of being given a conceptual overhaul.
Mourning luckier than 59,000 others
November 28, 2003
Little Louis Celeberti is one of the lucky ones. He and his parents had something to be grateful for on Thanksgiving Day.
Briefly
November 28, 2003
¢ Thousands gather to protest tax hikes ¢ University’s rector resigns over dorm fire ¢ Poet rejects honor from Britain’s queen ¢ British police arrest two terror suspects
Briefly
November 28, 2003
¢ Hard-liners surge ahead in election for legislature ¢ Researchers discover first heart attack gene ¢ Ferries collide killing 160, leaving 100 more missing
Briefly
November 28, 2003
¢ KPR director to lead state broadcast council ¢ Administrators continue pursuit policy review ¢ Santa to arrive downtown ¢ Lawrence music teacher to direct national choir
Father Murphy
Once ‘Raw’ star tames himself for family films
November 28, 2003
Eddie Murphy used to make fun of squeaky-clean guys who made family entertainment. But now he’s one of them. Remember the “Mr. Robinson’s Neighborhood” sketch from “Saturday Night Live,” a spoof of “Mr. Rogers’ Neighborhood” in the violent inner-city? Or his impression of the lovable claymation character Gumby as a hateful show-business hack?
Avoid filling holiday with debt
Experts advise making budget, creative gifts
November 28, 2003
For millions of Americans, the fun and festivity of the December holidays inevitably lead to the frustration of January and February, when the credit card payments for all those great presents come due. Luckily, there are ways to buy wonderful gifts for everyone on your list without busting your budget. All it takes is a little extra effort, a fair bit of creative thinking and some old-fashioned spending control.
Cheney calls wounded Kansas soldier
November 28, 2003
President Bush’s surprise visit to Baghdad meant a wounded Kansas soldier didn’t get a scheduled Thanksgiving call from the nation’s chief executive, but Spc. Matthew Van Buren didn’t mind. In fact, he said, things couldn’t have turned out better.
Historic ruling on gay marriage creates battle
Opponents, supporters begin to strategize next move
November 28, 2003
After the initial surge of elation and outrage, supporters and opponents of gay marriage are looking past a historic Massachusetts court ruling toward a nationwide, state-by-state struggle that will be complicated, nasty and politically treacherous.
Jayhawks hope opening-game woes disappear in Oregon
November 28, 2003
After laying an egg in its season opener, Kansas University’s women’s basketball team hopes to jump on track this weekend in the Pacific Northwest. Kansas and Oregon will tangle in a first-round game of the Oregon Classic at 10:30 CST tonight at the Ducks’ MacArthur Court.
The Missing’ depicts West in transition
November 28, 2003
Contemporary filmmakers are always challenged when trying to put a new spin on the old West. Already this year, Kevin Costner’s “Open Range” took the venerable squatters vs. ranchers plot and added an introspective, violent flair to it. And next week “The Last Samurai” takes Tom Cruise’s Civil War-era gunfighter and transplants him into traditional Japan.
Calhoun dismayed after UConn loss
November 28, 2003
Coach Jim Calhoun has no idea how Connecticut will respond after its shocking loss to Georgia Tech in the Preseason NIT semifinals.
Green Bay sent packing
Favre’s miscues help Lions snare 22-14 victory
November 28, 2003
Brett Favre’s gambling style has helped him win three NFL MVP awards and plenty of games for Green Bay. It also cost the Packers a win Thursday.
People
November 28, 2003
¢ Tenor’s concert canceled ¢ Movie script, Elton’s sunglasses, Nicks tambourine up for auction ¢ Paltrow touting latest film ¢ St. Lawrence University hears ringing of registers with carol
Family thankful for siblings’ safety
Hutchinson parents have 3 children serving in Iraq
November 28, 2003
Linda McCauley has had enough worry in the past year to last a lifetime. That’s what happens when three of your children are serving with the U.S. Army in Iraq. McCauley and her husband, Garrett McCauley, are caring for their oldest daughter’s three young children at their Hutchinson home while their mother serves in the military.
Blacks support Jackson despite look
Publisher says African-Americans back each other in troubled times
November 28, 2003
His once broad nose has been surgically whittled to the size of a pencil. His formerly brown skin is now off-white. His woolly afro has been replaced by a sleek, straightened ‘do.
The politics of gay marriage
November 28, 2003
Let me make sure I’m getting this. The budget deficit is rising like blood pressure. Osama bin Laden is skipping around freely. American soldiers die in Iraq every day.
Big Republican government
November 28, 2003
The just-concluded (thankfully) Congress is an embarrassment to itself and everyone who favors smaller government. This Republican Congress, in addition to increasing spending on entitlements and expanding big government — like the Democrats they once criticized — also dished out $95 billion in tax breaks and pork-barrel projects.
Woodling: Treys few, but KU making do
November 28, 2003
A year ago tonight, not even Pollyanna would have believed Kansas University would reach the NCAA men’s basketball championship game five months hence. The Jayhawks looked like turkeys in the Big Apple.
Revamped offensive line playing large part in KU’s success
November 28, 2003
Kansas University’s football squad has taken a giant leap this season, winning more games (six) than it had in the previous two years combined (five). In Mark Mangino’s second season as coach, the Jayhawks (6-6 overall, 3-5 Big 12 Conference) earned bowl eligibility after enduring a 2-10 record and a winless Big 12 campaign a year earlier.
Slain soldier’s family wants his story told
Missouri sergeant killed during ambush in which Jessica Lynch was taken prisoner
November 28, 2003
The family of a Missouri soldier killed in the same Nasiriyah, Iraq, battle that made Jessica Lynch a household hero wants the Army to set the record straight. Sgt. Donald R. Walters’ family contends that he — not Lynch — was the blond soldier who was reported to have fought fiercely and did not want to be taken alive in the March 23 battle.
Business education deficient on ethics, study says
K-State professor criticizes top schools, including KU’s method
November 28, 2003
A Kansas State University professor says the nation’s universities — including Kansas University — are falling short when it comes to teaching students about ethics in business. Diane Swanson, associate professor of management and business administration, said less than half of top business schools required students to take ethics courses. That, she said, is cause for concern in the wake of such corporate scandals as Enron and WorldCom.
Chiefs could be stuck with punter
Despite up-and-down season, Baker really Kansas City’s only option in midseason
November 28, 2003
When Dick Vermeil gets Jason Baker behind closed doors, the wall paint must peel.
Walter L. Bell
November 28, 2003
Georgia seeks energy system
Stoves keep country warm
November 28, 2003
She sells wood-burning stoves, having left her low-paying job as a medical technician three years ago to join one of Georgia’s few growth industries. Still, Izolda Tabadtadze hopes to go out of business soon.
Simien stellar from stripe
Jayhawk junior has sunk all 16 free throws he’s attempted this season
November 28, 2003
Kansas University junior Wayne Simien isn’t satisfied as a career 71-percent free-throw shooter. The 6-foot-9, 250-pound forward from Leavenworth has made 16 of 16 free throws entering Monday’s game at Texas Christian.
On the record
November 28, 2003
Pastor to renew ties with Plymouth
November 28, 2003
The Rev. Dale Turner hasn’t preached a sermon at Plymouth Congregational Church in 45 years, but next weekend he’s going to give it a try. Turner, 86, will step behind the pulpit during worship services Dec. 7 at Plymouth, 925 Vt., as part of the church’s yearlong celebration of its 150th anniversary. He’s among six of the church’s living former pastors who plan to visit Plymouth during the next year to preach and renew ties with the 1,200-member congregation.
Fiedler-Chambers connection propels Dolphins
Miami quarterback finds favorite target for three touchdown passes in 40-21 victory over Cowboys
November 28, 2003
Jay Fiedler took the first snap, dropped back and threw deep to Chris Chambers. While pass interference prevented them from hooking up, the theme was set.
Mayer: Bowl berths usually bring good results
November 28, 2003
The bad news will be if Kansas University’s football squad winds up in a less-than-primetime bowl game and gets whipped. But there’ll still be good news: That the Jayhawks wound up with a victory in their final home game witnessed by a load of their most appreciate fans.
Nebraska’s defense earning respect again
Colorado must win third straight over Huskers to become bowl eligible
November 28, 2003
For the second straight year, the Cornhuskers only faintly resemble the Nebraska juggernauts of old, and their head coach is under fire again.
Democrats reflect on waning support
November 28, 2003
The politicians have broken for Thanksgiving. Congress has gone home. The president is back in the United States. The Democratic candidates have actually left New Hampshire to its ancient seasonal rituals, most of which involve eating vast amounts of food and setting out on crisp midafternoon walks on paths made slippery by fallen leaves. It is a time for reflection.
Police investigating highway shooting reports
November 28, 2003
More people have reported shots possibly being fired at vehicles along the same stretch of highway where a woman was killed when a bullet penetrated a car door, including one shooting confirmed by authorities Thursday.
Cities skip holiday lights due to money shortfall
November 28, 2003
Joe Pisapia fondly remembers the decade-old community tradition of kicking off the holiday season on the Friday after Thanksgiving with a round of festivities.
U.S. reluctant to declare occupancy
Review: Efforts in Iraq hampered by calling troops ‘liberators’
November 28, 2003
American military commanders did not impose curfews, halt looting or order Iraqis back to work after Saddam Hussein’s regime fell because U.S. policymakers were reluctant to declare U.S. troops an occupying force, says an internal Army review examined by The Associated Press.
Al-Qaida operatives use Kenya’s coast to smuggle weapons
Kenyan, U.S. officials say bribery is used
November 28, 2003
Wooden dhows sail into Mombasa’s centuries-old port every day, unloading everything from smuggled baby formula to illegal weapons — all under the eyes of police and customs officers bribed not to notice, Kenyan and U.S. officials told The Associated Press.
14,000 couples wed in India
November 28, 2003
As night fell Thursday, India’s capital swarmed with weddings as some 14,000 couples tied the knot on a day considered lucky by Hindus.
Debris startles space station crew
November 28, 2003
A small piece of space junk slammed against the hull of the international space station, causing no apparent damage but startling the two men inside with its grinding, metallic sound, a Russian official said Thursday.
Israeli ‘actor’ unknowingly becomes star
Producer takes risk with reality show
November 28, 2003
Take a bit actor yearning for stardom, a cheeky director and hidden cameras.
Patron sings a blessing for Thanksgiving meal
November 28, 2003
An impromptu chorus of “God Bless America” rang out Thursday as people passed through a serving line at Lawrence Interdenominational Nutrition Kitchen’s annual free Thanksgiving dinner. The performance came courtesy of LINK patron Arvid Grover, an 81-year-old Lawrence retiree who wanted to show his appreciation for the kitchen’s volunteer servers.
Charles F. Jones
November 28, 2003
Robert Dreger
November 28, 2003
M. Luceille Luetters
November 28, 2003
KU project to revive oil field
Carbon dioxide may inject new life into Kansas wells
November 28, 2003
The once-rich oil fields of Kansas are drying up. Kansas produced 33.6 million barrels of oil in 2002, about a quarter of the amount produced in the early 1960s. But a pilot project that gets under way next week may lead to new life for the sagging oil industry.
Bush surprises troops with Iraq visit
November 28, 2003
President Bush flew to Iraq under extraordinary secrecy and security Thursday to spend Thanksgiving with U.S. troops and thank them for “defending the American people from danger.” The unannounced visit brought wild cheers from battle-worn soldiers and even surprised the president’s parents, who had been expecting him at the Thanksgiving table at his Crawford, Texas, ranch.
Donors help replenish Lawrence family’s feast
November 28, 2003
Christine Hockman, meet “Shirley Six Chickens.” Hockman is the Lawrence woman who had all her Thanksgiving dinner fixings stolen this week from her Pinckney neighborhood home. “Shirley Six Chickens” — aka Shirley Parker of Kansas City, Mo. — is one of about a dozen strangers who came to Hockman’s rescue the past two days and helped restore her holiday feast.
Curry image
November 28, 2003
Policy flashback
November 28, 2003
Not a gift
November 28, 2003
Health plan for Kansas businesses takes shape
November 28, 2003
About 30 small businesses in Kansas have signed up for a lower-cost health insurance plan that cuts premiums by more than 40 percent. The private plan, called Horizons Cost Saver, was begun a year ago for small Kansas businesses — those with between two and 50 employees — that cannot afford a traditional health insurance plan or are about to cancel health insurance to save money.
Wichita bishop sees challenge in new diocese appointment
November 28, 2003
Bishop Thomas Olmsted of Wichita has mixed emotions as he prepares to take over the much larger and troubled Roman Catholic Diocese of Phoenix.
Justice to review ‘95 death in prison
November 28, 2003
In a rare step, the Justice Department is re-examining its investigation into the 1995 death of a federal prisoner that the victim’s family alleges was a murder at the hands of the government. Several official inquiries have ruled the death a suicide. Justice Department public integrity section chief Noel Hillman recently disclosed his decision in a sworn affidavit in a civil case brought by the family of prisoner Kenneth Michael Trentadue. The family wants access to government records from the earlier inquiries.
Israel expects to make territorial concessions to Palestinians
November 28, 2003
Under pressure to end three years of fighting, Prime Minister Ariel Sharon said Thursday that Israel cannot hold on to all of the West Bank and Gaza but also warned Palestinians that unless they moderate their demands he might take permanent hold of some of the land they seek for a state.
Lawrence briefs
November 28, 2003
¢ Graduation ceremonies scheduled at KU ¢ Chili feed to benefit city scholarship fund ¢ KU professor to discuss Vietnam’s rural impact
Vick to dress for Falcons’ game at Houston
November 28, 2003
Michael Vick will be in uniform for the first time this season Sunday, standing by as the Atlanta Falcons’ backup quarterback at Houston.
Don’t forget professionals when gift-giving
November 28, 2003
Everyone knows that the December holiday season is the time for showing love for friends and family by throwing parties and giving gifts. But what about all the people with whom we have more professional relationships or who make our lives easier through their effort and skill?
Magazine editor offers last-minute shopping tips
November 28, 2003
Each year millions of people wait until the last possible minute to do the bulk of their holiday shopping. Luckily, there are things you can do to make shopping for presents a breeze, even if you’re rapidly running out of time.
Baby boomers need more savings for retirement
November 28, 2003
Are you and your spouse age 65 or older? Chances are that one of you is going to live a long time.
6News video: International students share Thanksgiving
November 28, 2003
The Homestay program helps foreign students meet with families and learn about American culture.
6News video: Residents enjoy Thanksgiving meals
November 28, 2003
Vermont Street BBQ smoked turkeys for the community; and LINK provided meals for area homeless.
6News video: Local businesses prepare for shopping craze
November 28, 2003
Retailers have noticed an increase in shopping over the past month, and the day after Thanksgiving is historically the busiest shopping day of the year.
6Sports video: Dain Dillingham is the November Scholar Athlete of the Month
November 28, 2003
Dillingham is impressive both in football and basketball, and is also a National Honor Society member.
6Sports video: Langford takes over in second half
November 28, 2003
After sitting out with two early fouls in the first half, Keith Langford scored 13 points in the second half.
6Sports video: KU happy to have chance at a bowl
November 28, 2003
The Jayhawks will probably receive an invitation to either the Tangerine Bowl in Orlando, Fla. or the Fort Worth Bowl in Forth Worth, Texas.
Warmer, windy weather ahead
November 28, 2003
If you’re thinking about hanging outdoor Christmas lights Saturday, warmer weather, with temperatures in the low 60s, will make it more pleasant. “It’s going to be nice as far as the temperature,” said Matt Jacobs, 6News meteorologist. “But it’s going to be very windy, with southerly winds 15 to 25 (mph) and gusting higher than that — up to 35 (mph).”
Pitt could land Orange Bowl bid that eluded 1963 team
November 28, 2003
Forty years ago, Pitt had everything a college football team could want.
Manning sparks Ole Miss past Mississippi State, 31-0
November 28, 2003
Eli Manning missed a chance to show off the Golden Egg trophy with his teammates in front of a section of Mississippi fans at Scott Field.
Pacers continue to roll
O’Neal, Artest lead Indiana to seventh straight win
November 28, 2003
New York Knicks coach Don Chaney became the latest coach to realize what everyone is quickly finding out — Indiana’s Jermaine O’Neal and Ron Artest have arrived.
Kansas celebrate Thanksgiving
November 28, 2003
Picking up the putts
November 28, 2003
Thousand turn out for tradition
November 28, 2003
Friends and neighbors
November 28, 2003
Red Friday’ can eliminate joy of season
November 28, 2003
Black Friday has arrived. In case you don’t know, Black Friday is the day after Thanksgiving. It is dubbed as such because traditionally it’s the day that retailers go from being in the red to being “in the black,” or earning a profit. But the day after Thanksgiving — when so many people rush to the malls to begin their holiday shopping — should be called “Red Friday” for consumers. That’s because for many of them, it’s the day they move into the red or dig deeper into debt because they shop till they drop with money they don’t have.
Horoscopes
November 28, 2003
Justin Timberlake leads musical tour of Memphis
November 28, 2003
Memphis has its share of musical memories: the Beale Street blues scene; Sam Phillips’ Sun Studios; the Stax record sound; and the enduring cult appeal of Alex Chilton and Big Star.
Advocate cites city for ADA violations
November 28, 2003
Two years ago, Gayle Anderson took a Journal-World reporter and a city administrator on a tour of Lawrence businesses he said were in violation of Americans with Disabilities Act rules. And, he said, nothing much changed after that.
Kansas loses residents to Missouri
5,163 net drop doesn’t concern officials as overall population grows
November 28, 2003
When Brett Spangler moved from Manhattan to Kansas City two years ago, he didn’t care much on which side of the state line he landed. So he landed in Missouri.