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Frontman takes backseat to supporting musicians
But saxophonist displays sterling technique
By Joel Mathis
November 20, 2004
The real star of Dave Pietro’s Banda Brazil is not, as you might expect, Dave Pietro. That’s no knock on Pietro, a saxophonist with lots of ideas — influences from Brazil, Brubeck and the Bhagavad-Gita can be heard in his music — and sterling technique.
National religion briefs
November 20, 2004
¢ Anglican diocese OKs same-sex blessings ¢ Protestant ministers want to unionize ¢ Presbyterian officials leave posts after dispute
Simons: Kansans must decide what priority they place on education
By Dolph C. Simons, Jr.
November 20, 2004
Some time — the sooner the better — Kansans must decide what kind of educational system they want for the state and its school-age children.
Halfback Coan at center of debate between rivals
Kansas and Missouri both list the 1960 Border War game with an asterisk. Whoever gets credit for the victory gets the all-time series lead. Who’s right? Who’s wrong? Depends on which school is doing t
By Ryan Wood
November 20, 2004
As long as Kansas University’s football rivalry with Missouri stays close — as in, too-close-to-call close — Bert Coan always will have his place in Border War lore.
Harry Rayton Jr.
November 20, 2004
Jayhawks survive scare, answer challenge in opener
By Gary Bedore
November 20, 2004
Bill Self had a simple — yet impassioned — message for his No. 1-ranked Kansas University basketball team at the final full timeout on Friday night as his Jayhawks trailed unheralded, upset-minded Vermont by a basket.
Wecker scores 21 in Wildcats’ rout
Kansas State cruises to 85-42 victory
The Associated Press
November 20, 2004
Kendra Wecker scored 21 points and had 10 rebounds, leading No. 19 Kansas State to an 85-42 victory over Wyoming on Friday night in the season opener for both teams.
Weddings
November 20, 2004
Home games
November 20, 2004
State reports improving labor market
By John Milburn - Associated Press Writer
November 20, 2004
More Kansans were working in October than at the same time last year, continuing a statewide trend in hiring despite a seasonal increase in the monthly unemployment rate, the state Department of Labor said Friday.
Briefcase
November 20, 2004
¢ Ford Mustang man in design driver’s seat ¢ Congress OKs tax ban on Web connections ¢ Movie Gallery bids for Hollywood chain ¢ Sirius gets serious with CEO hiring
Area religion briefs
November 20, 2004
Scouting news
November 20, 2004
Society calendar
November 20, 2004
Dying wife admits to killing husband
By Jay Lindsay - Associated Press Writer
November 20, 2004
For more than a decade, Geraldine Kelley told her children their father had been killed when he stepped in front of a car in a drunken haze.
City commissioners opt to stick with existing goals
By Chad Lawhorn
November 20, 2004
Lawrence city commissioners decided Friday they don’t need new goals but do need to continue working on those they’ve already set.
Peyton’s pace could result in record
Manning challenging Marino’s mark of 48 TD passes in season
By Michael Marot - Associated Press Sports Writer
November 20, 2004
If Peyton Manning has proved anything this season, it is that nothing is out of reach. He’s already thrown five touchdowns in an NFL-record three games this season. He’s thrown at least three TD passes six times and is on pace to shatter Dan Marino’s seemingly untouchable single-season record of 48 TD passes.
Men’s basketball briefs
November 20, 2004
¢ Giddens’ late three big for Jayhawks ¢ No headgear ¢ Freshmen big men don’t play much ¢ This, that
Faith forum
November 20, 2004
When faithful people talk about ‘valuing life,’ what do they mean?
Speaking truth
November 20, 2004
Gwen Stefani takes ill-advised retro turn on her new CD
By Derrik J. Lang - The Associated Press
November 20, 2004
Gwen Stefani’s solo debut is pointless pop. The No Doubt front woman has left her Madness-loving band mates behind for more Lisa Lisa inspired fare on her first solo CD.
Weekend offerings are corny, remarkable
Kevin McDonough
November 20, 2004
Thanksgiving may be five days away, but the season for sentimental movies has begun in deadly earnest. Just how do you approach a film with a title like “Love’s Enduring Promise” (8 p.m. today, Hallmark)?
Pastor serves the Word, subs
By Carolyn Thompson - Associated Press Writer
November 20, 2004
At True Bethel Baptist Church, the Rev. Darius Pridgen is happy to serve the Word. He’s also pretty quick to serve a sub.
Embattled judge to weigh rape sentence
By Eric Weslander
November 20, 2004
A judge held off Friday on deciding whether to grant a lightened sentence to a Kansas University student convicted of trying to rape his roommate.
Witness: Westar execs’ pay was not a secret
The Associated Press
November 20, 2004
Executive compensation at Westar Energy Inc. was no secret, a former employee said Friday during the federal fraud trial of two former executives.
Judge drops death sentence for killer
Convicted murderer admits guilt, now faces life in prison for death of Wichita neighbor
The Associated Press
November 20, 2004
A Sedgwick County judge overturned the death sentence of convicted killer Stanley Elms on Friday and resentenced him to life in prison.
Missouri falls to Davidson
Tigers toppled, 84-81, in third game at Paige Arena
The Associated Press
November 20, 2004
So far, there’s no homecourt advantage for Missouri in the new Paige Sports Arena. It took only three games for the Tigers to fall.
More hard feelings
Kansas University athletic officials once again appear to be overlooking the feelings of people with proven loyalty to Kansas basketball
J-W Editorials
November 20, 2004
Is the Kansas University athletic department headed for another public relations debacle? One would think after the controversy stirred by the handling of the redistribution of season-ticket seats in Allen Fieldhouse that the department’s management would be more sensitive when tampering with tradition.
Technology to trash
Where will all the discarded electronic equipment go?
J-W Editorials
November 20, 2004
In this electronic age, it’s inevitable that today’s technology quickly will become tomorrow’s trash.
LMH’s needs
November 20, 2004
No trickle-down
November 20, 2004
Moral compass
November 20, 2004
Fact or fiction?
November 20, 2004
Repair his boat
November 20, 2004
Dollar sinks on trade deficit warning
By Jeannine Aversa - Associated Press Writer
November 20, 2004
Swollen trade deficits eventually could threaten the economy by souring foreign appetites to invest in the United States, Federal Reserve Chairman Alan Greenspan warned Friday. The dollar, already sliding, took another nosedive after his remarks.
USDA’s cattle-tracking system hits snags
Technology, weather put damper on tests in Idaho
By Rebecca Boone - Associated Press Writer
November 20, 2004
Federal policy is meeting Western reality on the rangelands of Idaho, where wide-open spaces, technological glitches and bitter cold are potential obstacles to plans to track livestock and protect the food supply from disease and bioterrorism.
Kansas lab awaits go-ahead to start testing for mad cow
By Roxana Hegeman - Associated Press Writer
November 20, 2004
Five of the nation’s testing laboratories for mad cow — including one at Kansas State University that will test Kansas and Missouri samples — are awaiting approval from the Agriculture Department to begin testing, even though staff and equipment are in place.
Commodities
November 20, 2004
Good-natured child needs share of attention
James Dobson - Focus on the Family
November 20, 2004
What are the special needs of a compliant child — one who goes along to get along? Does he have any special needs?
Congress has record number of Catholic Republicans
The Associated Press
November 20, 2004
A religious survey of the incoming U.S. Congress shows an all-time high of 67 Roman Catholic Republicans, including six of the nine new Catholics in the House.
Black Pentecostals vote values, but not part of ‘religious right’
By Woody Baird - Associated Press Writer
November 20, 2004
Like other evangelical Christians, leaders of the Church of God in Christ want to limit abortion and bar same-sex marriage. But that doesn’t mean the predominantly black Pentecostal denomination considers itself part of the “religious right” or supporters of the Republican Party.
Most Catholic states voted for Kerry
The Associated Press
November 20, 2004
The nine states with the heaviest Roman Catholic percentages in their populations all voted for John Kerry, data from the newly issued “2005 Catholic Almanac” show.
Council issues postelection appeal
The Associated Press
November 20, 2004
The general assembly of the National Council of Churches issued a statement lamenting that “discussion of moral values during the campaign resulted in the widely held perception of opposing Christian camps.”
Engagement
November 20, 2004
Club news
November 20, 2004
4-H News
November 20, 2004
People and places
November 20, 2004
Insurer to drop Social Security ID
Blue Cross Blue Shield aims to protect member information
By Roxana Hegeman - Associated Press Writer
November 20, 2004
Citing the growing problem of identity theft, the largest health insurer in Kansas announced Friday it would stop using Social Security numbers to identify its members.
Spanish translators bridge public communication gap
By Ron Knox & Eric Weslander
November 20, 2004
A growing Spanish-speaking population in the Lawrence area is causing a higher demand for interpreters in courts, on the police force and in other places where the ability to communicate is essential.
Area briefs
November 20, 2004
¢ Trial set for father charged in car crash ¢ 62-year-old arrested after dispute at school ¢ Authorities release couple’s cause of death
Clinic offers special care for adopted foreign children
By Cheryl Wittenauer - Associated Press Writer
November 20, 2004
When Jennifer Ladage brought home the first of her three adopted children from China, she soon realized the complex medical and emotional issues such children face. Her son had severe rickets, a cleft lip and palate, and difficulty with peer interaction and new relationships.
Topekans debate meaning, effect of city’s new gay rights ordinance
By John Hanna - Associated Press Writer
November 20, 2004
Kansas is as reliably Republican as any state, but its capital city has taken a small step toward protecting gays and lesbians from discrimination.
Mother arrested in 1972 death
By Foster Klug - Associated Press Writer
November 20, 2004
More than three decades after the death of his 5-year-old brother, a man told police he thought his mother was to blame. After a case review, she was arrested in Florida on a charge of first-degree murder.
Briefly
November 20, 2004
¢ Clinton rips media, Starr after opening library ¢ Settlement reached in bonfire tragedy lawsuit ¢ Judge releases one girl in poisoned cake case ¢ House OKs update of special education policy ¢ Comatose boy dies after leaving hospital ¢ Teacher suspended for showing Moore film ¢ Rap artist arrested in stabbing at awards ¢ Negotiators seek action on 9-11 panel’s advice ¢ Daschle bids farewell ¢ 12 million U.S. families went hungry in 2003 ¢ Leaders: DeLay ethics complaint exaggerated ¢ Rove is highlight of GOP governors meeting ¢ World’s oldest man dies ¢ Chirac: Security Council doesn’t represent world ¢ President vows to find killers of top prosecutor ¢ Arafat’s widow retrieves his medical records ¢ Egyptians pour anger at Israel after killings ¢ U.N. gives up on worldwide cloning treaty
Mall shooting survivor prayed during rampage
By Sara Kennedy - Associated Press Writer
November 20, 2004
A customer survived a gunman’s deadly rampage inside a Radio Shack store by dropping to the ground and then prayed aloud as the moans of his victims echoed around her, tapes of her call to 911 showed Friday.
MoMA reopening after 2 1/2 years
By David Minthorn - Associated Press Writer
November 20, 2004
A six-story atrium forms the spectacular core of the newly designed Museum of Modern Art, drawing light into the sleek structure and providing breathtaking views from the museum’s balconies and sky bridges.
FCC: Allowing choice of cable TV channels wouldn’t lower costs
The Associated Press
November 20, 2004
Federal regulators rejected on Friday the idea that allowing cable TV subscribers to pay only for channels they want would lower high cable bills. Consumer groups said the analysis was flawed.
Airline screenings prompt concerns
By Leslie Miller - Associated Press Writer
November 20, 2004
The federal government’s latest attempt to improve security checks of airline passengers is prompting privacy concerns.
Some say the presidential election was decided on moral values, but whose values?
Lawrence Christians say Jesus’ teachings have been left out of the ‘Christian Right’
By Jim Baker
November 20, 2004
Pollsters and pundits say the recent presidential election turned, in large part, on “moral values,” which often meant how voters felt about the issues of gay marriage and abortion. But many Americans, including some Lawrence residents, were left feeling the moral values most important to them — values deeply rooted in religious tradition — were left almost entirely out of the political debate.
Medieval artist(s) remain(s) a mystery
By Adam Gorlick - Associated Press Writer
November 20, 2004
The woman sits in an enclosed garden with a child on her knee, her hand holding the little boy as he flips through a book resting on her opposite leg. It’s a common image found in paintings from the Netherlands in the 15th century — the Virgin Mary looking adoringly at the Christ Child as his eyes gaze heavenward.
Busch wins final-race pole
Nextel Cup leader takes rare No. 1 spot
November 20, 2004
Kurt Busch, last in the qualifying line and first in the NASCAR Nextel Cup points, waited out 54 other drivers Friday and then won the pole for the season-ending Ford 400, which will determine the 2004 champion.
Dungy’s concerns deserve to be heard
By Bob Kravitz - The Indianapolis Star
November 20, 2004
By now, most of us can agree that ABC’s “Monday Night Football” opening was lasciviously over-the-top, a crass effort at cross-promotion and titillation. It wasn’t the worst thing we’ve ever seen on TV, but it was clearly inappropriate given the audience and the time slot.
Jayhawks motivated to be spoiler
By Ryan Wood
November 20, 2004
When the Kansas University football team takes on Missouri for the 113th edition of the Border Showdown, it won’t be pretty, won’t be cordial and won’t be in an environment that will welcome KU with open arms. Pretty cool, huh?
OU faces dilemma today
Can Sooners score enough to impress voters?
The Associated Press
November 20, 2004
Just how big of a win is big enough for No. 2 Oklahoma? A 27-point win against Nebraska last week left the Sooners clinging to their No. 2 spot in the coaches’ poll and tied for the ranking in the Associated Press’ poll as Auburn made up ground with a win against No. 8 Georgia.
KSU not ready for year to end
Wildcats haven’t been accustomed to season ending in November
The Associated Press
November 20, 2004
Kansas State coach Bill Snyder said he didn’t know how it would feel not to prepare for a bowl game at season’s end. That goes for most of his players as well.
Victory over Bears turning point for ISU
The Associated Press
November 20, 2004
Sometimes, all it takes is a single shining moment to save a football team’s season. Iowa State’s happened a month ago at Baylor.
Week off gives OSU time to heal
Hurting Cowboys happy to have break before next week’s trip to Texas Tech
By Jeff Latzke - Associated Press Writer
November 20, 2004
Once again, No. 23 Oklahoma State finds itself with some healing to do, but this time it’s the physical kind. Luckily for the Cowboys, there’s an extra week to do that healing as they find themselves in their second open week of the season before playing Nov. 27 at Texas Tech.
Photo: KU starts with a bang
November 20, 2004
Football team renews rivalry
By Terry Rombeck
November 20, 2004
Tigers are from Mars. Jayhawks are from Venus. Right? That notion is ingrained into the minds of thousands of Kansans and Missourians as they grow up.
Hanna’s to close after 58 years
Downtown fixture can’t keep up with corporate competition
By Mark Fagan
November 20, 2004
Having lured customers with nostalgic ads — “Your grandmother shopped at Hanna’s, and your mother shopped at Hanna’s” — Jerry Grammer has come to an inescapable conclusion. Not enough members of the next generation are shopping at Hanna’s to keep the place open into the next year.
Evidence might show early presence
Los Angeles Times
November 20, 2004
A South Carolina archeologist says he has evidence that humans were camping along the Savannah River 50,000 years ago, long before most researchers believe our ancestors reached this continent.
Anti-Bush protest turns violent
By Kevin G. Hall - Knight Ridder Newspapers
November 20, 2004
The largest protest march since Chile’s police state ended 14 years ago turned violent Friday when demonstrators waged pitched street battles with riot police before President Bush arrived for a summit of Asia-Pacific leaders.
Local conservative’s Web site catching on nationally
By Eric Weslander
November 20, 2004
Caleb Stegall is a Christian conservative, but not in the way most people think of the phrase. He opposes abortion. His four sons are home-schooled. He decries the crassness of popular culture.
Puffy shirt joins Smithsonian
November 20, 2004
Move over, ruby slippers. That puffy shirt’s moving in.
People
November 20, 2004
¢ Outkast tops MTV Europe ¢ Vanilla Ice loses wallaroo ¢ The hidden allure of jury duty ¢ Antiques store sues Jackson
Deal reached on late spending bill
By Alan Fram - Associated Press Writer
November 20, 2004
White House and congressional bargainers agreed to the last details of an overdue $388 billion spending bill late Friday, a measure that would slice President Bush’s priorities and curb a wide range of programs.
Crematory director pleads guilty
By Harry R. Weber - Associated Press Writer
November 20, 2004
A former crematory operator pleaded guilty Friday to dumping more than 330 corpses on his property and giving the relatives of the dead cement dust instead of ashes.
Doctors flooded with drug questions
FDA testimony worries patients
By Diedtra Henderson - Associated Press Writer
November 20, 2004
An Oregon man stopped taking the painkiller Vioxx when it was pulled from the market, switching to Bextra. Then questions were raised about Bextra — and four other drugs — and he returned to his doctor with a new set of worries.
Diplomats say Iran processing gas for uranium enrichment
By George Jahn - Associated Press Writer
November 20, 2004
Raising doubts about its commitment to dispel international distrust, Iran is producing significant quantities of a gas that can be used to make nuclear arms just days before it must stop all work related to uranium enrichment, diplomats said Friday.
Sudan, rebels pledge to end war
By Chris Tomlinson - Associated Press Writer
November 20, 2004
The Sudanese government and southern rebel leaders pledged again Friday to end a 21-year civil war — this time making the commitment before the U.N. Security Council holding a special meeting in Africa.
U.S. raids mosque in cleric crackdown
At least three killed; car bombing kills six
By Robert H. Reid - Associated Press Writer
November 20, 2004
Iraqi forces backed by American soldiers raided one of the country’s most important Sunni mosques as worshippers were leaving after Friday prayers — part of a crackdown on militant clerics opposed to the U.S.-led attack on Fallujah. Witnesses said at least three people were killed and 40 arrested.
On the record
November 20, 2004
John Wesley Paschall Jr.
November 20, 2004
Leota F. Sebbert
November 20, 2004
Local briefs
November 20, 2004
¢ Sprinkler triggers courthouse fire alarm ¢ Baker student injured while crossing Sixth St. ¢ Former Cherokee chief speaks at Haskell
Panel votes to interview eight judge candidates
By Eric Weslander
November 20, 2004
A group that will help select Douglas County’s new judge voted Friday to interview all eight candidates who have applied.
A&M victory would lift tourney hopes
By David Mitchell
November 20, 2004
It’s crunch time for Kansas University’s volleyball team. KU has just three matches remaining in the regular season, but the Jayhawks (15-11 overall, 6-11 Big 12 Conference) could boost their NCAA Tournament hopes tonight against No. 13th-ranked Texas A&M (17-6, 13-4).
Maturity will help this year’s Eagles
Bennett confident second season of Veritas hoops will be much improved
J-W Staff Reports
November 20, 2004
Doug Bennett is confident Veritas Christian’s second season of varsity boys basketball will be better than its first.
Food given to charities
J-W Staff Reports
November 20, 2004
Kansas University’s athletics department donated more than 2,100 food items to local agencies during its annual holiday food drive for the needy throughout the Lawrence community.
Baker soccer falls in NAIA tournament
November 20, 2004
Simon Fraser University erased a two-goal deficit and defeated Baker University, 4-3, Friday in the second round of the NAIA men’s soccer tournament.
OU won’t be paid for Arrowhead game
November 20, 2004
Oklahoma University will receive no money for playing Kansas University in football Oct. 15, 2005, at Arrowhead Stadium.
Lineman picks Haskell
November 20, 2004
Aaron Kie, an all-conference offensive lineman from Lawrence High, has committed orally to play football at Haskell Indian Nations University, Fightin’ Indians coach Eric Brock announced Friday.
KU swimmers third at Nike Cup
November 20, 2004
Kansas University’s swimming and diving squad is in third place after Friday’s second day at the Nike Cup.
Baker women’s hoops throttles Grand View
November 20, 2004
Jessica Pontius scored 22 points and added nine rebounds, leading Baker University’s women’s basketball squad to a 55-43 victory over Grand View on Friday at the Baker Classic.
Melee mars Pacers-Pistons game
Indiana’s Artest, Jackson fight with fans in stands
The Associated Press
November 20, 2004
Fists were flying. So were cups, plastic bottles and even a chair in one of the ugliest NBA brawls ever — and Indiana’s Ron Artest was right in the middle of it.
La Salle moving past offseason scandal
The Associated Press
November 20, 2004
The first point John Giannini wants to make clear is that he had nothing to do with this summer’s rape scandal at La Salle. He never coached the three accused players, doesn’t know them and really doesn’t want to talk about them.
Miles’ lone goal timely for KU
By Andy Samuelson
November 20, 2004
Kansas University’s Aaron Miles missed all but one of his nine shots against Vermont on Friday night in Allen Fieldhouse.
Simien impressed by scrappy Catamounts
By Gary Bedore
November 20, 2004
Wayne Simien asked a question of his own while seated comfortably in the interview room after Kansas University’s 68-61 basketball victory over Vermont on Friday at Allen Fieldhouse.
Rooney says controversial MNF skit was disgraceful
The Associated Press
November 20, 2004
Pittsburgh Steelers owner Dan Rooney called a steamy segment for the intro to “Monday Night Football” “disgraceful” and criticized ABC for “miserable” judgment.
Linebacker Thomas candidate for Hall
The Associated Press
November 20, 2004
Linebacker Derrick Thomas of the Kansas City Chiefs and quarterbacks Dan Marino and Steve Young highlighted a list Friday of 25 candidates for the Pro Football Hall of Fame.
No. 4 Carolina stunned by Santa Clara, 77-66
The Associated Press
November 20, 2004
Roy Williams traveled a long way to get outfoxed by an old golfing buddy. Travis Niesen scored 26 points, and Kyle Bailey made three second-half three-pointers, and Santa Clara spoiled No. 4 North Carolina’s season opener, 77-66, Friday night in the Pete Newell Challenge.
Vermont coach tickled by showing
By Ryan Wood
November 20, 2004
Always good for a witty one-liner, Vermont men’s basketball coach Tom Brennan approached reporters after Friday’s game glowing with pride and ready to entertain a crowd.
Mayer: Refs should be answerable
By Bill Mayer
November 20, 2004
Why not athletic officials, too? Jocks and their coaches are criticized, queried and held accountable for their activities in and out of competition. Heck, chancellors, athletic directors, deans, professors (ask Dennis Dailey), police and media wretches are called to the woodshed to tell why they did what, with which and to or with whom.
Bush plans to push allies to renew North Korea dismantling effort
By Cam Simpson and Mark Silva - Chicago Tribune
November 20, 2004
President Bush wants key allies to leave here this weekend delivering a clear message to North Korea, one of the two surviving members of his so-called axis of evil: Like it or not, I am back, and it is time to renew talks on dismantling your nuclear program.
Lawrence Datebook
November 20, 2004
Suicide attempt may have jeopardized terrorism cases
By Tom Hays and Michael Weissenstein - Associated Press Writers
November 20, 2004
When Mohamed Alanssi set himself on fire in a suicide attempt in front of the White House this week, he blew his cover as an FBI informant and opened a window on how the government is fighting the war on terror.
Horoscopes
By Jacqueline Bigar
November 20, 2004
Aid worker’s killing defies comprehension
Trudy Rubin - Philadelphia Inquirer
November 20, 2004
I had intended to write about the likely impact of a strong-willed woman on U.S. foreign policy — meaning Secretary of State-designate Condoleezza Rice. Instead, I feel compelled to write about the life — and death — of another strong-willed woman, Margaret Hassan, the Irish-born director of Care International in Iraq, who appears to have been brutally murdered by kidnappers.
6News video: Screen Scene
November 20, 2004
Four new movies open in Lawrence this week, and none more goofy than “National Treasure.” It’s “The Da Vinci Code” meets the American Revolution in this lively action/heist movie.