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Briefly
September 6, 2003
¢ Health registry to monitor effects of air after Sept. 11 ¢ Bush to address nation about progress in Iraq ¢ Arab League chief says Iraq council may be allowed in bloc
Downtown 2000 lands first retail tenant
By Chad Lawhorn
September 6, 2003
After a three-year wait, developers of Downtown 2000 have landed their first retail tenant for the project in the 900 block of New Hampshire Street. Omaha, Neb.-based Pepper Jax Grill has signed a lease to open a restaurant on the northwest corner of 10th and New Hampshire streets by early December.
Court rulings, lawsuits threaten to unplug junk fax industry
The Associated Press
September 6, 2003
Graphic designer Sheridan Obrien is fed up with the flood of ads for vacation cruises and penny stocks that routinely emerge from her fax machine. The unsolicited pitches use up her toner and paper, and wake her late at night. “I feel very invaded, and very angry and very helpless,” said Obrien, 53, who works from her home in Orange County.
FBI issues terror alert on four suspects
By Curt Anderson - Associated Press Writer
September 6, 2003
The FBI issued a worldwide alert Friday for four men linked to al-Qaida, including a suspected terror cell leader and an avowed suicide attacker, after new intelligence indicated they might be plotting attacks against the United States.
German food, theater to liven up weekend
J-W Staff Reports
September 6, 2003
Variety is the key this weekend. From German food at Oompahfest in South Park to audition opportunities for upcoming fall performances to a reprisal by Kansas University Theatre of William Inge’s “Picnic,” there’s something for just about everyone.
County commissioners to plot priority list for coming year
From building permits to school nurses, issues await action
By Mark Fagan
September 6, 2003
Douglas County commissioners know they have plenty of work to do in the months ahead.
Authorities say Kansan pulled hoax in Utah, too
The Associated Press
September 6, 2003
A woman jailed in Kansas after allegedly convincing an Indiana couple that she was their missing daughter may have pulled a hoax in Utah, police say. Authorities in Harrisville say Donna Walker, now jailed in Topeka, Kan., led police on a chase last year after a dispatcher received a cell-phone call from a woman claiming she was going to kill herself and possibly two children with her.
Skinner takes pole at Richmond
But driver forced to start at back of pack in tonight’s Chevrolet 400 after crashing in practice
The Associated Press
September 6, 2003
Mike Skinner made a surprising comeback after crashing in practice Friday and got his sixth career Winston Cup pole in a backup car at Richmond International Raceway.
Ottawa spikes Spring Hill
J-W Staff Reports
September 6, 2003
Ottawa High was all business in winning its high school football season opener, 42-6, Friday night against Spring Hill.
Tigers’ Maroth absorbs 20th loss
Twins, White Sox win, remain tied atop Central
The Associated Press
September 6, 2003
Mike Maroth is determined to not let the label “20-game loser” hurt his career.
Sosa powers Cubs
Cruz, Chicago clip Brewers, 4-2
The Associated Press
September 6, 2003
Sammy Sosa helped the Chicago Cubs keep pressure on the division-leading Houston Astros.
Briefly
September 6, 2003
¢ Witness intimidation suspect gets probation ¢ Officer rolls patrol car ¢ Pump Patrol seeks deals
Baseball briefs
September 6, 2003
¢ Man sent to jail for running on field ¢ Cubs pitcher Alfonseca suspended seven games ¢ Wells sues man who punched him ¢ Simon pays $432 for swatting mascot
Rested Agassi cruises into semis
Clijsters dumps Davenport; Henin-Hardenne clips Capriati to reach final
The Associated Press
September 6, 2003
Ah, what a little extra rest can do for a 33-year-old.
Parish, Worthy headline basketball hall inductees
The Associated Press
September 6, 2003
Entering the Hall of Fame together didn’t end the rivalry between Robert Parish and James Worthy, stars of the 1980s showdowns between the Boston Celtics and Los Angeles Lakers.
Hurricane Fabian douses Bermuda
The Associated Press
September 6, 2003
The most powerful hurricane to hit Bermuda in 50 years slammed into the island chain, unleashing winds that snapped trees, knocked out power and tested the wealthy British territory’s vaunted ability to withstand a fierce storm. Four people were missing and feared dead.
Private money vital to KU, especially when state funds lacking
By Dolph C. Simons, Jr.
September 6, 2003
At a time when reduced state aid to higher education is placing severe strains on Kansas Board of Regents universities, the role of private financial assistance becomes even more critical. Private money, particularly at times such as these, is the difference between colleges and universities being able to add excellence to their academic offerings or being forced to merely drift along with little hope of rising above the average.
Harry Potter 101
Divinity student analyzes themes
By Jim Baker
September 6, 2003
Some say the mega-successful Harry Potter fantasy series of books and movies are purely imaginative fun — a great way to get young people to read and use their minds. Others who are less enamored of British author J.K. Rowling’s works of fiction say the young wizard’s adventures are rife with darker themes of witchcraft and the occult. Harry Potter, they say, is an effective method — whether purposeful or incidental — by which to lead impressionable children and other readers away from Christianity.
First United Methodist to honor longtime organist
By Jim Baker
September 6, 2003
If Dan Abrahamson offers to play J.S. Bach’s “Jesu, Joy of Man’s Desiring” for you on the magnificent pipe organ at First United Methodist Church, accept the offer. The melody is so sweet, the sound issuing from the organ’s 7,442 pipes is so supernal, it will almost make you cry.
Actor finds serious side for 9-11 film
By Bridget Byrne - For The Associated Press
September 6, 2003
This time he did it without the false ears.
Margaret Kottwitz
September 6, 2003
Tight end tall target for Rebels
Estandia caught two touchdown passes, blocked kick in season opener
By David Mitchell
September 6, 2003
Kansas University’s defenders won’t have any trouble spotting UNLV tight end Greg Estandia tonight at Memorial Stadium.
Florida trying to close gap on Miami
By Eddie Pells - Associated Press Sports Writer
September 6, 2003
The catchphrase of the week at Miami and Florida is “Talent Gap,” as in the one that makes the Hurricanes two-touchdown favorites over the Gators today.
OU quarterback would like to forget Tide
White suffered second major knee injury against Alabama in 2002 showdown
By Joel Anderson - Associated Press Writer
September 6, 2003
There’s the gnarly scar on the knee, the memories of hours spent alone in the training room and plenty of fall Saturdays spent on the sideline to help Jason White remember what happened against Alabama last year.
Friends and neighbors
September 6, 2003
New caretaker to watch over Kaw
Interior decorator assumes half-time post for a year
By Mike Belt
September 6, 2003
The Kansas River has a new keeper. Laura Calwell, longtime member of Friends of the Kaw, became the temporary, part-time riverkeeper to replace a full-time pollution watchdog who was let go because of lack of funds.
Fight draws 6-month sentence
By Dave Ranney
September 6, 2003
A Lawrence man accused of hitting two fraternity brothers during a Dec. 6 altercation outside the Replay Lounge was sentenced Friday to six months in the Douglas County Jail. Douglas County District Judge Michael Malone also ordered 31-year-old John Thomas Simmons to pay $870.55, the amount needed to cover one of his victim’s medical bills.
Religion briefs
September 6, 2003
Daily ticker
September 6, 2003
Showtime’s Bush isn’t burning
Kevin McDonough
September 6, 2003
To the best of my knowledge, there has never been a TV movie extolling the virtues of a sitting president. There was a made-for-TV quickie about the first George Bush’s World War II service. And Hollywood produced “PT 109” while President Kennedy was in office. Both emphasized youthful heroism, but avoided praising the president for actions taken while in office. This is not the case with the made-for-cable drama “DC 9/11: Time of Crisis” (7 p.m. Sunday, Showtime). “Crisis” recalls the decisions made by Bush and his team on Sept. 11, 2001.
Book chronicles women who posed as men in Civil War
By Steve Fry - The Topeka Capital-Journal
September 6, 2003
Alfred Luther enlisted as a corporal in the 1st Kansas Infantry Regiment in 1861, during the Civil War, was promoted to first sergeant and would have been promoted to lieutenant in the U.S. Army if smallpox hadn’t killed him. As Luther was prepared for burial, a startling discovery was made.
Anderson hurls gem - Royals 5, Angels 0
The Associated Press
September 6, 2003
When he was warming up before the game, Brian Anderson worried he was going to have a long night. Turns out he did, but not the way he expected.
Jayhawk volleyball upends Gophers
J-W Staff Reports
September 6, 2003
The Kansas University volleyball squad rallied to beat No. 13 Minnesota, 3-2, Friday during the first round of the Nike Invitational. The Jayhawks lost the first and third games, but reeled off two straight victories to upend the Gophers.
6News video: Band Day to strike chord with fans
September 6, 2003
About thirty-five high school bands will march with the Marching Jayhawks during halftime.
Waiting for the fall
September 6, 2003
Ellsworth Medallion recipients
September 6, 2003
Hanging out
September 6, 2003
Rus makes most of role on KU’s special teams
Sophomore walk-on scored TD in opener
By Gary Bedore
September 6, 2003
It’s hard to say who was more excited after Darren Rus’ 20-yard touchdown return of a blocked punt last Saturday against Northwestern — Rus or special teams coach Clint Bowen.
People and places
September 6, 2003
Cardinals earn ugly victory - Eudora 20, Prairie View 13
By Steve Schmidt
September 6, 2003
Eudora High started its football season with a 20-13 win over Prairie View, but it was hard to tell after talking to Cardinals coach Gregg Webb.
Briefly
September 6, 2003
¢ President reshuffles Cabinet before elections ¢ Journalist admits fabricating interviews ¢ Al-Jazeera reporter detained for questioning ¢ Hailstorm cuts short dance of queen hopefuls
Briefly
September 6, 2003
¢ Teen’s heroin overdose lands mom in prison ¢ Sailor admits shoving shipmate out window ¢ Lawsuit: Fruit products are deceptively labeled ¢ Many basic tax forms not available in Spanish
Briefly
September 6, 2003
¢ Former cadet says she was raped in retaliation ¢ One killed, 10 injured on ride at Disneyland ¢ Dalai Lama begins tour with message of hope ¢ Driver arrested for honk awarded $225,000
Horoscopes
By Jacqueline Bigar
September 6, 2003
Fairgrounds plans
September 6, 2003
Faith forum
September 6, 2003
It’s discouraging to pray to God when I’m unable to discern any kind of response. Why should I continue … what is the purpose of prayer?
Changes in family structure jeopardize moral code
James Dobson
September 6, 2003
Why do you think kids are more sexually active today than when I was young? Lust is certainly not new. What is causing this generation to be so promiscuous?
Weddings
September 6, 2003
Society calendar
September 6, 2003
6Sports video: KU hopes for better performance
September 6, 2003
Coach Mangino says that both the Jayhawks and UNLV have new faces and new tactics this year.
People
September 6, 2003
¢ Depp comments ‘out of context’ ¢ Manson case goes to jury ¢ Ford values U.S.-French tension ¢ Alternative music acclaimed
Engagements
September 6, 2003
Anniversaries
September 6, 2003
Scouting news
September 6, 2003
4-H and FCE news
September 6, 2003
Club news
September 6, 2003
Briefcase
September 6, 2003
¢ Waddell & Reed to appeal $25 million verdict ¢ Home Depot to buy replacement roofing firm ¢ Home builder to cut jobs
Around and about
September 6, 2003
Jobless numbers create uneasiness about recovery
Labor Department reports companies slashed 92,000 jobs in August
The Associated Press
September 6, 2003
U.S. companies slashed payrolls for a seventh straight month in August, raising new worries that a weak job market could shackle the budding economic recovery. Payrolls fell by 92,000 last month after a loss of 49,000 jobs in July, the Labor Department reported from its survey of U.S. businesses. Analysts had expected an improving economy to create 12,000 jobs.
Caterpillar predicts significant increase in profits
The Associated Press
September 6, 2003
Caterpillar Inc. expects its sales and revenue will rise 49 percent this decade as the industry expands and more roads and houses are built to keep pace with an expanding world population.
Parasite continues to spread
Crypto ‘very difficult to bring under control,’ official says
By Joel Mathis
September 6, 2003
The cryptosporidium outbreak is growing larger each day, health officials said Friday, with homes, day-care centers and restaurants particularly vulnerable to contamination. “We know when an intestinal parasite like this gets into day-care facilities, it’s very difficult to bring under control,” said Kay Kent, executive director of the Lawrence-Douglas County Health Department. “We also know that day-care children actually go between day cares, they’re not just in one day care, so it can be easily transmitted.”
Marching Jayhawk carries heavy load
Sousaphone player ready for Band Day events
By Terry Rombeck
September 6, 2003
Jim Hollingsworth spends most of Kansas University football games with a 45-pound sousaphone strapped to his back. It would’ve been easier to play the piccolo.
City considers higher downtown meter fees
A quarter would buy 30 minutes under proposal
By Joel Mathis
September 6, 2003
The cost of metered parking downtown may be about to triple, and that has some merchants concerned. The Lawrence City Commission on Tuesday will consider a proposal to increase parking meter fees from 25 cents for 90 minutes to 25 cents for 30 minutes.
Report: Monuments lack strong terror protection
By Jonathan D. Salant - Associated Press Writer
September 6, 2003
The National Park Service has failed to protect some of America’s most prominent national monuments and memorials from terrorist attacks, according to a government report. The Interior Department’s inspector general, Earl Devaney, said Friday the park service had delayed, postponed or ignored steps to protect national “icons,” as funding for enhanced security competes with other projects.
Law school shooting suspect competent
September 6, 2003
A judge ruled Friday that a former law school student is mentally competent to stand trial on charges of fatally shooting his former dean, a professor and another student.
Saddam likely hiding near Tikrit, U.S. commander says
The Associated Press
September 6, 2003
Saddam Hussein probably is hiding among the dusty towns or date palm groves of his home region around the town of Tikrit, moving frequently to avoid the Americans and Iraqis hunting for him, the commander of U.S. forces said Friday.
Parents agree to chemo for cancer-stricken son
The Associated Press
September 6, 2003
A couple accused of kidnapping their cancer-stricken son to avoid chemotherapy agreed Friday to get the treatment for him if a new physician assigned to diagnose the boy recommends it.
House approves D.C. school vouchers
By Ben Feller - Associated Press Writer
September 6, 2003
Congress took a step Friday toward turning the nation’s capital city into the home of the first federally supported school voucher plan, an idea with implications across the country. The House narrowly endorsed private-school vouchers for poor District of Columbia students Friday, a plan likely to win final approval when the city’s budget comes to a vote next week. The Senate, too, will soon consider a plan to let district students attend private school at public expense.
Motel beating suspect gets two-year prison sentence
J-W Staff Reports
September 6, 2003
One of five suspects in a March beating and robbery at a North Lawrence motel will serve a two-year prison sentence.
Lawrence briefs
September 6, 2003
¢ Murder trial scheduled ¢ Kansas Bar Assn. taps Lawrence resident ¢ Youth Symphony to begin rehearsals
On the record
September 6, 2003
James Wallace Stevens
September 6, 2003
Harriet Sue Robinson
September 6, 2003
William Edward Merkel
September 6, 2003
KU engineering offices to be named for former Black & Veatch officials
J-W Staff Reports
September 6, 2003
New office space at the Kansas University engineering school will be named for KU alumni involved with the international engineering firm Black & Veatch, officials announced Friday.
Bigger or better?
J-W Editorials
September 6, 2003
Government cooperation is a good thing, but bigger units of government may not always do a better job. A state study that focused on local units of government raises some interesting issues about when big government is good and when small government might be better.
World lacks resolve in terrorism war
Cal Thomas
September 6, 2003
As the second anniversary of that other day of infamy approaches, I do not need to see TV replays of what happened. As on a DVD, the images are burned into my mind. President Bush should stop saying the terrorists hate freedom. They do not think that way. They believe their twisted religion and evil application of it are true freedom — for them and for all who worship their angry and hard-to-appease god. They see us as living in decadent bondage.
KU partnership
September 6, 2003
Kansas, Utah projects parallel
By Mike Caron
September 6, 2003
Naturalist Terry Tempest Williams believes the South Lawrence Trafficway travesty closely resembles Legacy Parkway in Utah. Gov. Mike Leavitt wants that parkway built through Great Salt Lake wetlands. Williams loves the wetlands like a member of her own family. Road-builders and developers dismiss such feelings as mere sentimentality. In her book, “Refuge” (1991) Williams describes how she felt as both her mother and her beloved wetlands faced death. Anyone doubting Native American claims that the Haskell-Baker Wetlands are a part of their family might comprehend this cultural gulf better after reading “Refuge.”
Ah, the yarns to be spun at ‘Fam and Friends’ gala
By Bill Mayer
September 6, 2003
He was a college All-American, is the last football coach to leave Kansas University with a winning record and was, is and always will be a delightful entertainer.
Kansas set at linebacker with sophomore starters
Toomey already living up to preseason expectations
By Chuck Woodling
September 6, 2003
They’re young, they’re competitive, and, most important, they’re good. They are Kansas University football’s starting linebackers — Banks Floodman, Gabe Toomey and Nick Reid. Middle backer Toomey and outside ‘backers Floodman and Reid contributed a combined 28 tackles in last Saturday night’s season opener against Northwestern.
‘Bama back endured changes after leaving Texas Tech
The Associated Press
September 6, 2003
Shaud Williams has endured five head coaches, a transfer and NCAA sanctions.
Mizzou defense improving
The Associated Press
September 6, 2003
The Missouri Tigers hope their five new defensive starters will produce better results than last year’s defense, which gave up 450.3 yards per game to rank below every team in the Big 12 except Kansas.
McNeese State eager to face KSU
Cowboys top-ranked team in Division I-AA
The Associated Press
September 6, 2003
Achille Fairchild has played, and lost, in three games against Bowl Championship Series-level opponents in his career at McNeese State.
UCLA coach to make debut against No. 24 Colorado
The Associated Press
September 6, 2003
UCLA coach Karl Dorrell has looked forward to joining a pretty exclusive fraternity his entire adult life.
Jordan rejects Charlotte
NBA legend wants majority ownership
September 6, 2003
Michael Jordan doesn’t want to be one of Bob’s Cats.
Smith propels KU past UW-Milwaukee
J-W Staff Reports
September 6, 2003
Sophomore Caroline Smith scored her 18th career goal, tying her for first place on Kansas University’s all-time list, as the Jayhawks shut out Wisconsin-Milwaukee, 3-0, Friday.
Jayhawks enjoy Rim Rock kickoff
By Andy Samuelson
September 6, 2003
Stanley Redwine gets a kick out of his freshmen’s first meet at legendary Rim Rock Farm, home of Kansas University’s cross country teams.
Seahawks open new home gym
By Andy Samuelson
September 6, 2003
Seabury Academy athletic director Brian Clyne looked like a worm Friday night.
HINU seeks 2nd win
J-W Staff Reports
September 6, 2003
Not since the last game of the 1999 season has Haskell Indian Nations University’s football team won a game on the road.
Wildcats ready for debut
J-W Staff Reports
September 6, 2003
The last time Baker University’s football team played a game was May in Munich, Germany.
Riley sparks Shock past Sun
Griffith powers Monarchs to 77-69 victory over Sparks
The Associated Press
September 6, 2003
Ruth Riley was more than the Connecticut Sun could handle, even with Swin Cash and Deanna Nolan on the Detroit Shock’s bench.
6Sports video: Eudora Cardinals defense shines in win over Prairie View
September 6, 2003
The Cardinals defeat the Buffalos, 20 - 13.
6Sports video: Free State overwhelmed by SM Northwest
September 6, 2003
The Cougars power past the Firebirds in the first half, and rack up a score of 36-15 even though no one scored in the second half.
6Sports video: Lawrence High runs past Leavenworth
September 6, 2003
The Lions beat up on the Pioneers, 43-22.
6News video: Flavored oxygen newest trend in bar scene
September 6, 2003
Club Eight-One-Five is on the cutting edge of the Lawrence bar scene by offering five minutes of flavored oxygen for five dollars.
6News video: Parking rates may go up
September 6, 2003
The rates may go up nearly 200%.
6News video: Judge hands down sentence for bar brawl
September 6, 2003
John Thomas Simmons receives a six-month sentence for assault against two fraternity brothers. Simmons claimed that he was protecting a friend from a hate crime.
6Sports video: Tongie takes down Wamego
September 6, 2003
The Chieftans had 551 total yards tonight.
State Fair officials sniff out livestock cheating with prints
Mother Nature provides means to identify exhibitors’ cattle, lambs
By Roxana Hegeman - Associated Press Writer
September 6, 2003
Ear tags get lost. Pricey DNA testing takes time. Even imbedded electronic chips can migrate or be removed. So when it comes to identifying animals at the Kansas State Fair, experts here are relying on nature to provide an identification as individual and permanent as a fingerprint — nose prints.
Claims in lawsuit against SRS befuddle judge
Ruling promised next week on whether case will go forward
By John Hanna - Associated Press Writer
September 6, 2003
A judge Friday chastised attorneys for community groups that want the state to spend more money on services for the developmentally disabled, telling the lawyers a lawsuit they filed is too vague.
LHS cruises
Potent Lions pummel Leavenworth
By Chuck Woodling
September 6, 2003
Don’t ask Lawrence High football coach Dirk Wedd to label his new smoke-and-mirrors offense. “There’s no name to it,” Wedd said. “It has no name.”
Free State fizzles
Firebirds can’t contain stellar SMNW back
By Ryan Wood
September 6, 2003
Let a guy run for 259 total yards and five touchdowns — just in the first half — and it’s sure to spell trouble. Well, actually, it’s spelled T-o-r-a-i-n, as in Ryan Torain. Before the Free State High football team could figure out a way to stop the 6-foot, 190-pound running back and kick returner Friday, the Shawnee Mission Northwest senior already had left the Firebirds defense in his dust and sent them back to Lawrence 36-15 losers.
6News video: Screen Scene
By Jon Niccum
September 6, 2003
At the multiplexes this week comes “Dickie Roberts: Former Child Star,” a rather merciless satire about the fleeting nature of fame. Comedian David Spade plays Dickie, a cute kid actor from a 1970s TV series still struggling to make the career shift to adulthood. This leads him to hire a surrogate family to help him relive the childhood he never had. The comical casting of dozens of former child stars helps offset the movie’s more contrived aspects.
Perkins: Points apply to faculty
Staff must adhere to Fieldhouse seating system
By Chuck Woodling
September 6, 2003
Faculty and staff at Kansas University won’t be immune from a proposed priority points seating system in Allen Fieldhouse.
Freshman making impact for Aggies
By Michael A. Lutz - Associated Press Sports Writer
September 6, 2003
Two weeks into fall workouts at Texas A&M, freshman linebacker Justin Warren was ready to go home. He wasn’t homesick; he was confused.
Wyoming to face Oklahoma State in battle of Cowboys
The Associated Press
September 6, 2003
Roderrick Jackson has faced his fair share of talented receivers the past two seasons.
Command to kill hard to fathom
Leonard Pitts Jr.
September 6, 2003
Paul Hill died happily Wednesday night.
Israel kills Hamas bombmaker in fight
The Associated Press
September 6, 2003
Israeli commandos killed a Hamas bombmaker in a firefight Friday and pulverized the seven-story apartment building in which he had been hiding, leaving dozens of Palestinians homeless and prompting charges that soldiers meted out collective punishment.
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