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Deputy treasurer wins GOP race for county treasurer
By Mark Fagan
August 3, 2004
(Updated Tuesday at 11:53 p.m.) Douglas County’s interim deputy treasurer will get a shot at the top job. Cindy Monshizadeh, who joined the treasurer’s office in 1991, topped Sharon Englebrecht in Tuesday’s Republican primary for county treasurer.
Branson wins Democratic primary for Douglas County district attorney
By Eric Weslander
August 3, 2004
(Web Posted Tuesday at 11:40 p.m.) It will be Branson vs. Kenney in the race for the county’s top criminal prosecutor. Lawrence attorney Charles Branson won nearly 60 percent of the vote Tuesday against Martin L. Miller in the Democratic primary for Douglas County district attorney. Branson promised a competitive race against incumbent Christine Kenney, a Republican who hasn’t been challenged since taking office in 1996.
Eldridge to be sold
By Joel Mathis
August 3, 2004
(Web Posted Tuesday at 10:57 p.m.) The financially troubled Eldridge Hotel will be sold to a group that includes two Chicago-based Kansas University alumni and a prominent downtown Lawrence businessman.
Kobach holds miniscule lead over Taff in 3rd District GOP race
John Hanna, Associated Press
August 3, 2004
(Updated Tuesday at 11:09 p.m.) BULLETIN — Kris Kobach held a tiny lead with the final, unofficial results tallied Tuesday night in the 3rd Congressional District Republican primary, but the numbers could change, and rival Adam Taff wasn’t conceding.
Humidity leads to ballot counting problems
J-W Staff Reports
August 3, 2004
(Updated Tuesday at 11:53 p.m.) Today’s humidity did more than make voters uncomfortable — it also helped gum up the works during vote counting at the county courthouse, election officials said.
Brownback easily wins primary, Democrats have upset
By John Hanna - Associated Press Writer
August 3, 2004
(Updated Tuesday at 11:28 p.m.) Sen. Sam Brownback easily won the Republican nomination for another term in Tuesday’s primary election over a little-known and under-financed Lawrence businessman. But an upset occurred in the Democratic primary, where Robert Conroy, a retired railroad engineer from Shawnee, captured the nomination.
Firefighters battle Park 25 blaze
By Mike Belt & Jennifer Byrd
August 3, 2004
(Updated Tuesday at 9:40 p.m.) Firefighters continued battling a blaze into the early afternoon that had broken out this morning at a maintenance and storage shed at Park 25 Apartments in southern Lawrence.
‘Dangerously hot’ weather expected today
By Dave Toplikar
August 3, 2004
(Updated Tuesday at 9:40 p.m.) Those headed out to vote in today’s primary election might wish they could cast a ballot for cooler weather — today’s heat index values are expected to climb to 110.
Challenger files for county commission seat
By Mark Fagan
August 3, 2004
More than 1,600 people want to give Marguerite Ermeling a shot at running for Douglas County Commission.
Lawrence furniture store to close
Marlings officials blame economy, K.C. market
By Chad Lawhorn
August 3, 2004
One of the city’s largest and oldest furniture stores will close by year’s end. Officials with Marlings Home Furnishings said Monday that they had decided to leave the Lawrence market once the lease expires on Dec. 31 at their store at 27th and Iowa streets.
Lesnar happy for opportunity
Ex-wrestler hopes to make most of chance with Vikes
By Dave Campbell - Associated Press Sports Writer
August 3, 2004
The money, glamour and perks provided by Brock Lesnar’s lifestyle as a professional wrestler just weren’t bringing him happiness, so he decided to leave.
Fitzgerald signs huge deal
Receiver’s pact with Cardinals could be worth up to $60 million
The Associated Press
August 3, 2004
Being third was no handicap to Larry Fitzgerald. The wide receiver from Pittsburgh, the No. 3 pick in the NFL draft, and the Cardinals agreed Monday to a six-year contract that could be worth up to $60 million. That puts him in a financial bracket as high or perhaps higher than the first two picks.
39 ideas on what to wear back to school
By Christy Little - J-W Teen Advisory Board sponsor
August 3, 2004
Journal-World Teen Advisory Board members gathered Saturday to talk about what they’d be wearing to school this fall. They accumulated 39 ideas for back-to-school shoppers, but here are two thoughts to keep in mind:
Briefcase
August 3, 2004
¢ Sunflower signs deal for digital recording ¢ Cox Enterprises to buy back cable firm’s shares ¢ Kodak faces allegations of racial discrimination ¢ Procter & Gamble profits rise in fourth quarter
Offense rescues Wakefield
Boston’s bats bail out floundering knuckleballer
The Associated Press
August 3, 2004
Tim Wakefield was foundering before Boston’s offense gave him a boost.
Julia L. McCoy
August 3, 2004
Kerry has ideas that Bush lacks
By Trudy Rubin
August 3, 2004
Forget the hoopla, the charming kids, the hamster story, the heartwarming tale about Mom.
Nature trail needs nurturing after city takes down trees
By Alicia Henrikson
August 3, 2004
A walking path between Burcham and Constant parks apparently is the road less traveled, and that’s the way some users like it.
Arthur Charles ‘Bud’ Mangelsdorf
August 3, 2004
Briefly
August 3, 2004
¢ Statue of Liberty to reopen today for first time since 9-11 ¢ Hurricane warning issued ¢ Exonerated Muslim chaplain announces Army resignation
Briefly
August 3, 2004
¢ Former ruling party claims election wins ¢ U.N. food agency begins Darfur airdrops ¢ Bobby Fischer appeals extradition attempts
Briefly
August 3, 2004
¢ Treasury chief proposes increase to debt ceiling ¢ FDA approves new AIDS drugs ¢ Abortion notification ballot item challenged ¢ Skating rink planned over Puritan graves ¢ Report: Vitamins don’t stop heart disease
Leadership and open government
By Lawrence Repeta
August 3, 2004
Once upon a time, Americans could proclaim with confidence that we had created the world’s most open government, subject to the strictest standards of accountability in the world. In reaction to Watergate, the Congress of the 1970s adopted a series of open government laws to ensure that the “plumbers,” the “enemies list,” the runaway FBI with its “black bag jobs,” illegal CIA surveillance of domestic political activists and other abuses common in the Nixon years, would never come back.
Raiders roll to state title
Lawrence pounds Pittsburg in finale
By Ryan Wood
August 3, 2004
Wonder what Pittsburg Post 64 thinks of the Lawrence Raiders now? The Raiders left a lasting impression after plating 33 runs in just two baseball games against Pittsburg at the AAA American Legion state baseball tournament — 19 on Sunday, and 14 more in a 14-5 pounding of Pittsburg in the championship game Monday at Katy Park.
Self has mixed feelings about recruiting proposals
By Gary Bedore
August 3, 2004
The NCAA Division One Board of Directors on Thursday will consider passing some “emergency” recruiting regulations — rules that could go into effect this academic year.
People
August 3, 2004
¢ Plastic backlash ¢ Gentlemen’s agreement ¢ Westward bound ¢ He bangs in Asia
Advance votes lead officials to figure on large turnout
By Mark Fagan
August 3, 2004
Early returns are in, and Douglas County election officials are predicting a solid voter turnout for today’s primary elections.
Homicide charge filed in wife’s death
Authorities won’t reveal details of killing
By Eric Weslander
August 3, 2004
Prosecutors on Monday formally charged Martin Kenneth Miller, a local Christian-school trustee, carpenter and neighborhood activist, with killing his wife.
Area briefs
August 3, 2004
¢ Pharmacy catches prescription fraud ¢ Death, dying are topics for town hall meeting ¢ De Soto schools begin enrollment ¢ Lawrence Country Club reports vandalism ¢ Lawrence resident named patient advocate
Area briefs
August 3, 2004
¢ Yard waste pick-up schedule altered ¢ AIDS researcher on radio program ¢ Highway patrol puts accident reports online ¢ KU fraternity chapter named best in country ¢ Delivery boxes available for rural subscribers ¢ Senator named to interim committee
No more excuses
Ignore the naysayers who tell you voting is a waste of time — get to the polls today to help tend our democracy.
J-W Editorials
August 3, 2004
Kansans go to the polls today for the primary election — that is, some go, but probably too few. Unfortunately, this primary is the sort of election that invites excuses. The presidential nominations are secured, and many incumbents are unopposed in races for seats in local and state government.
Anti-obesity funding should be voted on
By Radley Balko - Special to the Los Angeles Times
August 3, 2004
Federal officials have announced that Medicare is open to treating obesity as an illness. The decision means that many Americans — perhaps as many as 25 million — could soon petition the federal government for taxpayer-funded diet plans, nutritional programs, stomach-stapling surgery and even health club memberships.
Open ‘em!
August 3, 2004
Come see it
August 3, 2004
Rights?
August 3, 2004
Thanks, VNA
August 3, 2004
To clarify …
August 3, 2004
Diversions
August 3, 2004
¢ Teen Advisory Board will meet Aug. 19 ¢ Send us a tip ¢ Good summer reads
Israel plans to expand beyond West Bank barrier
U.S.: Decision counters peace ‘road map’
By Ken Ellingwood - Los Angeles Times
August 3, 2004
The government of Prime Minister Ariel Sharon has approved construction of 600 homes in Maale Adumim, a large settlement outside Jerusalem, in a move that raises questions about peace negotiations.
Palestinians kill Israeli collaborators
Hospital raids signal potential breakdown of law, order
By Ibrahim Barzak - Associated Press Writer
August 3, 2004
In dramatic, daytime raids on Gaza City’s largest hospital, Palestinian vigilantes killed two men convicted of collaborating with Israeli intelligence, shooting them at close range hours after they were admitted for wounds suffered when a grenade exploded in their jail cell Monday.
Topeka searches for motto suggestions
The Associated Press
August 3, 2004
The city of Topeka is looking for a few good words to promote the city’s image.
Al Franken show moving to cable TV
Sundance Channel will carry liberal chat
By Frazier Moore - Associated Press Writer
August 3, 2004
Satirist-commentator Al Franken will return to his TV roots next month when his radio show begins appearing on cable’s Sundance Channel.
Home funeral show pushes limits of do-it-yourself TV
Kevin McDonough
August 3, 2004
Historians and pop-culture experts who look back at our current era from some future vantage point will probably notice some peculiar, morbid obsessions. The popularity of forensic shows like “CSI” and “Crossing Jordan,” the funeral-parlor comedy “Six Feet Under” and the grim-reaper humor of “Dead Like Me” have to reflect some greater overarching concerns. I’d venture to guess that with the baby boomer generation staring AARP membership square in the face, many have begun to ponder the Great Beyond.
Bush endorses security proposal
President wants intelligence czar, but not in Cabinet
By James Gordon Meek - New York Daily News
August 3, 2004
President Bush endorsed creating a new intelligence czar Monday, but rejected Sept. 11 commission recommendations that the position be Cabinet-level and have control of the purse strings.
Archivists try to keep JFK recording sound
Tape is only audio evidence from assassination
The Associated Press
August 3, 2004
Archivists are trying to preserve and copy the only known sound recording of the gunshots that killed President John F. Kennedy — a recording that has fueled conspiracy theories.
Financial workers go about business despite warning
The Associated Press
August 3, 2004
Financial industry workers returned to work with determination and little trepidation Monday following a government warning that terrorists may be planning to strike “iconic” financial institutions.
Midwest economy slowing, survey finds
The Associated Press
August 3, 2004
An index tracking Midwest manufacturing declined in July while inflationary pressures remained strong, according to a monthly survey of supply managers and business leaders released Monday.
Daily ticker
August 3, 2004
Commodities
August 3, 2004
Woods, Kuehne win golf ‘Battle’
Duo outplays Mickelson, Daly in made-for-TV event
The Associated Press
August 3, 2004
Hank Kuehne salvaged an embarrassing night off the tee with two birdie putts that put his team back in the match, and Tiger Woods took over from there.
Brown eager to see improvement
Coach stresses fundamentals, cohesiveness heading into today’s exhibition opener against Italy
By Roy Kammerer - Associated Press Writer
August 3, 2004
Ever since the United States finished sixth at the 2002 World Basketball Championships, the list of that team’s shortcomings has been dissected, from poor fundamentals to sloppy teamwork.
Legendary coach ailing
Eddie Robinson battling Alzheimer’s disease
The Associated Press
August 3, 2004
Eddie Robinson shuffles into the room, hunched over a cane — a shadow of the charismatic coach who made little Grambling State University famous.
‘Live Strong’ bands prove to be a hit
Armstrong Foundation fund-raisers popular among candidates, celebrities
The Associated Press
August 3, 2004
John Kerry wears one. President Bush has one, too. So do several movie stars.
Injured Smarty Jones retires
Triple Crown contender suffers from bone bruises
By Hal Bock - Associated Press Sports Writer
August 3, 2004
The constant pounding Smarty Jones put on his hoofs in a brilliant racing career that brought him within one length of the Triple Crown forced his retirement from the sport Monday.
Chiefs coming together as team
Offense gets along with defense despite last season’s struggles
By Doug Tucker - Associated Press Sports Writer
August 3, 2004
It’s the sort of division that should have ripped the Kansas City Chiefs apart: the highest-scoring offense in the NFL, paired with a defense so inept its members felt the need to apologize.
Bandits bounced in regional title game
J-W Staff Reports
August 3, 2004
The 16-under Lawrence Bandits advanced to the championship game of the Mid-Plains Regional on Monday, where they lost, 8-2, to Lake Charles, La.
Report: New terror intelligence began before 9-11
By Katherine Pfleger Shrader - Associated Press Writer
August 3, 2004
The detailed surveillance photos and documents that prompted higher terror warnings came largely from a Pakistani computer engineer whose capture set Pakistani and U.S. officials searching for those planning to harm America, and what they intend to do.
Kerry blasts Bush’s security policies
By Michael Finnegan - Los Angeles Times
August 3, 2004
As President Bush endorsed intelligence reforms Monday, Democratic challenger John Kerry mounted one of his most aggressive assaults on the White House record on terrorism, saying Bush had acted too slowly to deter attacks.
Turkish hostage slain; company to comply with Iraqi militants
By Ravi Nessman - Associated Press Writer
August 3, 2004
Masked gunmen shot a blindfolded Turkish hostage three times in the head on a gruesome Internet video meant to warn Muslim workers to stay out of Iraq. Soon after the video was discovered Monday, Turkish truckers announced they would stop hauling goods for U.S. forces in hopes of saving two other Turkish captives.
Husband of missing woman charged with murder
By Mark Thiessen - Associated Press Writer
August 3, 2004
A man whose credibility began crumbling the day he first reported his pregnant wife missing was arrested Monday in her death, just before his scheduled release from a psychiatric ward.
On the record
August 3, 2004
Corrections
August 3, 2004
Potential challenger to Brownback submits petition
By Scott Rothschild
August 3, 2004
With just minutes to spare Monday, Horace Edwards of Topeka delivered his petition to run as an independent candidate for the U.S. Senate.
Mary Katherine Howard
August 3, 2004
Jess Gamble
August 3, 2004
Walter K. Fountain
August 3, 2004
Spc. Ken Leisten
August 3, 2004
Czech festival honors customs, culture
By Amy Bickel - The Hutchinson News
August 3, 2004
It’s not in every town that antique tractors line Main Street, with the sound of polka music playing in the background. Except maybe during the after-harvest Czech Festival in Wilson.
Contractors’ use of explosives sparks code revisions
By Joel Mathis
August 3, 2004
It’s an explosive issue, sure enough. Officials are revising the city’s blasting codes after west Lawrence residents complained in the spring about the use of explosives to clear subsurface rock for a new housing development there.
Former hostage says captors held out for more ransom
Philippines court releases Kansan’s testimony
By Jim Gomez - Associated Press Writer
August 3, 2004
A former American hostage who returned to the Philippines to testify against her Muslim rebel captors told a court last week that a ransom had been paid but the Abu Sayyaf guerrillas still refused to let her and her husband free because they hoped to get more money.
3rd District race is one to watch
By John Hanna - Associated Press Writer
August 3, 2004
In what might be the most closely watched race on today’s election calendar, Adam Taff hopes to qualify for a rematch against Democratic Rep. Dennis Moore in the state’s 3rd Congressional District.
Contested positions numerous in region
By Mike Belt
August 3, 2004
County commission and sheriff races are attracting attention in regional primary elections today.
Woodling: City’s summer baseball program sizzling
By Chuck Woodling
August 3, 2004
In case you hadn’t noticed, these are halcyon days for Lawrence’s American Legion baseball program.
Justices to clarify sentencing guidelines
Earlier ruling left federal cases up in air
By Anne Gearan - Associated Press Writer
August 3, 2004
The Supreme Court agreed Monday to try to settle whether long-established rules for sentencing criminals in federal court were constitutional, a question the justices raised with a ruling in June that placed thousands of criminal cases in limbo.
Tigers relishing respect
The Associated Press
August 3, 2004
When baseball teams made a trip to Detroit last season, they usually could count on a couple of wins. Not anymore.
Biosciences board appointees named
Nine members selected to apportion Economic Growth Act funds
By Terry Rombeck
August 3, 2004
Stephen O’Connor isn’t sure his home state of Kansas can be a major player in the bioscience industry. But O’Connor, a biotech entrepreneur who lives in Pasadena, Calif., is willing to lend his efforts in support of the cause.
Horoscopes
By Jacqueline Bigar
August 3, 2004
6News video: County commissioner challenger files petition
August 3, 2004
Marguerite Ermeling filed petitions Monday with the county clerk’s office in an effort to earn a place on the ballot across from Jere McElhany in the 3rd district Douglas County commisioner’s race.
Video: Opening of great trails spell beginning of end
August 3, 2004
The beginning of the end of the Native American way of life came as the first settlers moved westward across the Kansas plains in the early 19th century.
6News video: First Person: Napoleon Crews
August 3, 2004
One Lawrence man is re-introducing a once popular 19th centruy literary forum. Greg Hurd brings Napoleon Crews in this week’s First Person.
6News video: Election officials predict high turnout
August 3, 2004
Advance voting has ended, and Douglas County election officials say the high number of early ballots have them looking forward to a busy day Tuesday.
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