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Police hope video helps ID Jayhawk suspects
July 29, 2006 in print edition on B3
Police are seeking the public’s help in solving a violent, caught-on-camera attack — against a fiberglass Jayhawk.
After 7 years, litigation is dismissed
By Scott Rothschild
July 29, 2006 in print edition on A1
For the first time in seven years, Kansas schools are clear of the litigation that boiled state politics, brought constitutional showdowns and threatened to shutter classrooms.
4 suspects arrested after downtown beating
Victim attacked after group makes comment to girlfriend, police say
By Eric Weslander
July 29, 2006 in print edition on B3
Police arrested four men early Friday for beating and robbing a 22-year-old man from the Kansas City area in the 1000 block of Massachusetts Street.
Thornburgh predicts low primary turnout
July 29, 2006 in print edition on B1
Polling places may be lonely spots Tuesday.
Fair celebrates a century of fun
Organizers expect hot times next week thanks to events, exhibits and weather
By Mike Belt
July 29, 2006 in print edition on B1
The number 100 has special significance for this year’s Douglas County Fair.
Way cleared for possible tax increase
By Scott Rothschild
July 29, 2006 in print edition on A1
In dismissing the school finance lawsuit Friday, the Kansas Supreme Court also cleared the way for a provision that would allow some school districts, including Lawrence, to increase local property taxes because of the high cost of living.
With quadruplets, immigrant couple’s struggles multiply
By Sam Quinones - Los Angeles Times
July 29, 2006 in print edition on A10
With two teenage daughters at home and triplets still in diapers, Angela Magdaleno’s family overflowed from a one-bedroom apartment in south Los Angeles that they strained to afford.
Increased violence forces more U.S. troops for foreseeable future
By Lolita C. Baldor - Associated Press Writer
July 29, 2006 in print edition on A8
The Pentagon’s decision to increase U.S. forces in Iraq will push troop levels there to roughly 135,000, dashing Bush administration hopes of dropping the figure by tens of thousands by the fall congressional campaigns.
Europeans looking for relief during hot July
By Jenny Barchfield - Associated Press Writer
July 29, 2006 in print edition on A6
How hot is it? So hot that there was an ice cream shortage in Sweden. So hot that Polish lawmakers held a special Mass to pray for rain.
Former Peru president sworn in for second term
By Patrick J. McDonnell - Los Angeles Times
July 29, 2006 in print edition on A6
Alan Garcia, reviled and driven into exile 16 years ago, was sworn in Friday as president of Peru, seeking redemption for his disastrous earlier term that left the country in economic and political ruin.
‘Idol’ finalists meet with president
J-W Staff Reports
July 29, 2006 in print edition on A2
It’s not clear if President Bush has ever actually watched “American Idol,” but the TV show’s finalists got to hang out with him Friday at the White House.
Spreading the word
Seminary grad promoting Christianity in Japan
By Terry Rombeck
July 29, 2006 in print edition on D1
At times, Nathan Beard admits, the task seems overwhelming.
Card sharks invade Vegas
World Series of Poker draws huge field
By Ryan Nakashima - Associated Press Writer
July 29, 2006 in print edition on C8
Amateurs, seasoned pros and celebrities sat down together Friday as the chips were divvied up and the cards dealt for the World Series of Poker.
Pedro back in rhythm
The Associated Press
July 29, 2006 in print edition on C4
Pedro Martinez surrendered four runs in the first inning but didn’t give up any more in his return from the disabled list, and the New York Mets stretched their already commanding lead in the NL East with a 6-4 victory over the Atlanta Braves on Friday night.
Tigers extend division lead
The Associated Press
July 29, 2006 in print edition on C4
Craig Monroe’s sharp single down the third-base line in the 10th inning lifted the Detroit Tigers to a 3-2 victory over the Minnesota Twins on Friday night.
Going the distance?
Releford likes idea of leaving home for college
By Jesse Newell
July 29, 2006 in print edition on C3
Kansas University basketball prospect Travis Releford enjoyed the comforts of being close to home at the Price Chopper K.C. Prep Invitational on Friday.
Landis vows to clear name
By Paul Haven - Associated Press Writer
July 29, 2006 in print edition on C7
Sounding more defiant than the day before, eyes flashing and voice steady, Floyd Landis looked into the cameras Friday and said he would prove he “deserved to win” the Tour de France.
Lee can’t lift Texas
Trade no help as Kansas City cruises
By Stephen Hawkins - Associated Press Sports Writer
July 29, 2006 in print edition on C1
Newly acquired All-Star slugger Carlos Lee arrived in Texas and got a police escort to the stadium so he could play right away for his new team.
Gridiron careers coming to a close
Shrine Bowl will be final opportunity for three city kids to suit up together
By Jesse Newell
July 29, 2006 in print edition on C1
Bob Lisher still remembers the elementary school football games — the ones where his son, Brett, Scott Penny and Nick Ayre began to learn the game.
‘Finesse’ not flattering to KU lineman
Jayhawks would prefer different terminology to describe their work in trenches
By Ryan Wood
July 29, 2006 in print edition on C1
Calling an offensive line “finesse” is like calling a man “pretty” or “delicate like a flower.”
Mayer: Sports violence isn’t new
By Bill Mayer
July 29, 2006 in print edition on C1
The more sports violence you hear about, the nuttier it gets. Like that jockey who head-butted his horse. Jay Leno asked if that entitles the horse to a free kick, you know where.
Walk this way
Free passes key Raiders win
By Jason Elmquist
July 29, 2006 in print edition on C1
The fans of the Salina Falcons got the first glimpse of the carnival that is the Lawrence Raiders in the first round of the Kansas AAA American Legion state tournament Friday at Dee Evans Stadium.
Browns cursed again
Center Bentley’s injury latest in string of star-player mishaps
By Tom Withers - Associated Press Sports Writer
July 29, 2006 in print edition on C6
As word spread across Browns country that center LeCharles Bentley had seriously injured his knee on the first 11-on-11 play of training camp, fatalistic Cleveland fans all had the same thought.
Roaf set to retire; Chiefs holding out hope
By Doug Tucker - Associated Press Sports Writer
July 29, 2006 in print edition on C6
Willie Roaf says he’s retiring and going back to college. The Kansas City Chiefs are holding out hope the 11-time Pro Bowl tackle will return for a 14th season.
Town says goodbye to Rolling Rock beer
The Associated Press
July 29, 2006 in print edition on A3
A line of trucks idled outside the loading docks at Latrobe Brewing Co. on Friday. In a few hours, they would haul away some of the last cases of Rolling Rock beer brewed here.
Study: College students find ways to drink safely
The Associated Press
July 29, 2006 in print edition on A3
Despite the anti-alcohol warnings and campaigns targeting college campuses, students still find ways to drink and they’ve developed ways to drink safely, researchers reported Friday.
Heart attack may have caused coaster death
The Associated Press
July 29, 2006 in print edition on A3
A 45-year-old man died of an apparent heart attack after riding the newest roller coaster at Six Flags Over Georgia amusement park, officials said.
Spanish-language paper altered photos
The Associated Press
July 29, 2006 in print edition on A3
The Miami Herald’s Spanish-language sister paper acknowledged that it manipulated two photos in a way that made it appear as if two Cuban police officers were ignoring prostitutes gesturing to a tourist.
Jury convicts 4 in Aryan Brotherhood murder, racketeering case
By Greg Risling - Associated Press Writer
July 29, 2006 in print edition on A3
A jury convicted four leaders of a white-supremacist prison gang Friday on charges they used murder and intimidation to protect their drug-dealing operations behind bars.
Hundreds evacuated in flooding
By M.R. Kropko - Associated Press Writer
July 29, 2006 in print edition on A3
Fast-rising water gushed into homes early Friday in suburban Cleveland, chasing people to rooftops to await boat rescues as 10 inches of rain raised the Grand River 11 feet above flood level.
Ex-Border Patrol agent gets 5 years
By Richard Marosi - Los Angeles Times
July 29, 2006 in print edition on A3
A former U.S. Border Patrol agent was sentenced Friday to five years in prison for conspiring to smuggle at least 100 illegal immigrants in his government vehicle.
Woman fatally shot at Jewish center
By Tim Booth - Associated Press Writer
July 29, 2006 in print edition on A3
A man walked into a Jewish organization Friday afternoon and opened fire, killing one woman and injuring at least five others before he was arrested, officials said.
Bank executive gets life for killing daughters
July 29, 2006 in print edition on A9
A bank executive who said he had battled depression for years was sentenced Friday to life in prison for killing his 5-year-old twin daughters.
Man pleads guilty in college student’s death
July 29, 2006 in print edition on A9
A man pleaded guilty Friday to killing a college student whose disappearance prompted a nationwide search last year before her body was found in a burned-out Mississippi chicken house.
House passes ambitious pension reform bill
By Jim Abrams - Associated Press Writer
July 29, 2006 in print edition on A9
The House approved an ambitious overhaul of the nation’s pension laws late Friday, hoping to prolong the traditional employer-based pension plans relied upon by millions while also promoting new savings options and protecting the government from future taxpayer bailouts.
Counterfeit drug charge dropped for festivalgoer
July 29, 2006 in print edition on B2
Charges have been dropped against a Pennsylvania man who was charged with dealing in “counterfeit” illegal drugs at the Wakarusa Music and Camping Festival.
State reports year’s first West Nile death
July 29, 2006 in print edition on B2
A Johnson County resident older than age 65 has died of West Nile virus, said Barbara Mitchell, spokeswoman for the county’s health department.
Pit bull’s caretaker charged in attack
71-year-old victim told neighbors she feared dogs would ‘get me’
The Associated Press
July 29, 2006 in print edition on B2
The stress of being mauled by dogs apparently took the life of a 71-year-old woman as she tended her garden, authorities said Friday as a man who said he was the dogs’ caretaker was charged.
On the record
July 29, 2006 in print edition on B2
Lawrence Datebook
July 29, 2006 in print edition on B2
Resident irritated by repeat outages
By Mike Belt
July 29, 2006 in print edition on A5
Steve Craven’s patience with Westar Energy about the persistent power outages in his neighborhood is gone.
Prison officials investigate death
July 29, 2006 in print edition on B4
Three days before his birthday, a Lansing Correctional Facility inmate was mortally injured, prison officials said Friday.
Woman gets 20 years in death of toddler
The Associated Press
July 29, 2006 in print edition on B4
A Lenexa woman was sentenced to 20 years in prison Thursday for the death of her fiance’s son, a stiffer sentence than her attorneys had expected under a plea agreement.
Departing commander reflects on Fort Riley’s future
New leader to take helm as Big Red One returns
By John Milburn - Associated Press Writer
July 29, 2006 in print edition on B4
Maj. Gen. Dennis Hardy has watched 42,000 soldiers deploy from Fort Riley in the past three years, most of them bound for Iraq.
Authorities continue search for suspect
July 29, 2006 in print edition on B3
There’s still no sign of a former Lawrence resident who disappeared earlier this summer shortly before he was to stand trial for sexually abusing a young female acquaintance.
Ruling favors professor in tenure dispute at KU
July 29, 2006 in print edition on B3
A judge has denied Kansas University’s request for dismissal of a lawsuit by a professor who says he didn’t get tenure because his colleagues disliked his Republican politics.
Open horse show gives riders of all ages a chance to participate
By Mike Belt
July 29, 2006 in print edition on B3
You don’t have to be a 4-H member to enter some events at the Douglas County Fair, and Sunday’s open horse show is one that has been growing in popularity the last few years.
Israel: 26 militants killed from Hezbollah rocket attack
By Kathy Gannon - Associated Press Writer
July 29, 2006 in print edition on A7
Hezbollah launched a new kind of rocket Friday that made the deepest strike into Israel yet, rattling Israelis as their warplanes and artillery targeted guerrillas in attacks on apartment buildings and roads.
Faith briefs
July 29, 2006 in print edition on D8
Cuba’s Virgin of Charity inspires devotion, but not always to church
By Vanessa Arrington - Associated Press Writer
July 29, 2006 in print edition on D8
It’s been 400 years since three men found a diminutive wooden statue floating off the Cuban coast bearing the label, “I am the Virgin of Charity.”
Rangers acquire Lee in trade with Brewers
Texas sends reliever Cordero, outfielders Mench, Nix to Milwaukee
By Stephen Hawkins - Associated Press Sports Writer
July 29, 2006 in print edition on C5
Wanting the big bat now and hoping to keep him longer, the Texas Rangers acquired All-Star slugger Carlos Lee from the Milwaukee Brewers in a six-player deal Friday.
Judge denies request to prevent water release from Cedar Bluff
The Associated Press
July 29, 2006 in print edition on B5
A judge has denied a group’s request for a temporary restraining order that would have prevented a water release from the Cedar Bluff Reservoir, bringing some relief to severe drought conditions affecting the city of Russell.
Judge declares mistrial in cell phone assault case
The Associated Press
July 29, 2006 in print edition on B5
A judge declared a mistrial Friday after a Jackson County Circuit Court jury said it was unable to reach a verdict in the case of a man accused of shoving a cell phone into his former girlfriend’s throat.
Wells set to return Monday for Red Sox
The Associated Press
July 29, 2006 in print edition on C5
David Wells will return to the Boston Red Sox’s rotation on Monday and start against the Cleveland Indians, manager Terry Francona said Friday.
Phillies trade Bell to Brewers for pitcher
The Associated Press
July 29, 2006 in print edition on C5
The Philadelphia Phillies began dismantling a disappointing team, trading third baseman David Bell to the Milwaukee Brewers for a minor-league pitcher Friday night.
Braves add reliever for playoff run
The Associated Press
July 29, 2006 in print edition on C5
The Atlanta Braves made another trade to bulk up their bullpen Friday night, acquiring reliever Danys Baez and infielder Willy Aybar from the struggling Los Angeles Dodgers for infielder Wilson Betemit.
Win or lose, Landis forever tainted
By Phil Sheridan - The Philadelphia Inquirer
July 29, 2006 in print edition on C2
So now the thrill of victory is followed by the agony of waiting for analysis of the “B” sample.
Wie one shot back at Evian Masters
Teenager seeks first professional victory; Webb holds lead
The Associated Press
July 29, 2006 in print edition on C2
Michelle Wie’s biggest problem at the Evian Masters may be her own strength.
Assassination outside mosque leads to riots
The Associated Press
July 29, 2006 in print edition on A6
A Cabinet member was assassinated Friday as he left a mosque, enraging hundreds of Somalis who rioted in the streets screaming, “We want a government that can restore law and order!”
Security Council reaches deal on Iran
The Associated Press
July 29, 2006 in print edition on A6
The five permanent members of the U.N. Security Council reached a deal Friday on a resolution that would give Iran until the end of August to suspend uranium enrichment or face the threat of economic and diplomatic sanctions.
Bombing convicts to file appeals from death row
The Associated Press
July 29, 2006 in print edition on A6
Three men facing execution for their roles in the 2002 bombings on the resort island of Bali will file appeals, arguing that the anti-terror law used to convict them was applied retroactively, their attorney said Friday.
Scientists discover ancient marine reptiles
The Associated Press
July 29, 2006 in print edition on A6
Scientists have identified two ancient reptiles that swam in icy waters off Australia 115 million years ago, researchers said Friday. They are among the first of their kind to be found from the period soon after the Jurassic era.
Bad rating bruises proud Indian city
By Henry Chu - Los Angeles Times
July 29, 2006 in print edition on A6
True or false: The people of this bustling city are the rudest on the planet, men and women who could learn a lesson in good manners from New Yorkers, those paragons of politeness.
Wal-Mart leaving Germany
By Marcus Kabel - Associated Press Writer
July 29, 2006 in print edition on A6
Wal-Mart Stores Inc. is ending its loss-generating business in Germany just two months after leaving South Korea in what analysts welcomed as a move to focus resources on expanding in more profitable international markets like China and Latin America.
Government may use ferrets to reduce prairie dog population
The Associated Press
July 29, 2006 in print edition on B8
The federal government is considering an experiment that would use ferrets to reduce the exploding population of prairie dogs in Logan County.
Property owners worried about tree-removal plan
Westar looking to prevent power outages
By Chad Lawhorn
July 29, 2006 in print edition on A1
It would be like adding insult to injury for Tim Bremenkamp if Westar Energy contractors cut down the tall shade tree that graces the yard of his northwest Lawrence home.
Bush, Blair urge sending forces to help Lebanon
By Tom Raum - Associated Press Writer
July 29, 2006 in print edition on A1
President Bush and British Prime Minister Tony Blair declared Friday that a multinational force should be dispatched quickly to help Lebanon regain control of the southern part of its country from the Hezbollah militia.
Simons: Naming rights another way money talks in college athletics
By Dolph C. Simons, Jr.
July 29, 2006 in print edition on B1
Money talks, and there is no better proof of that than at the University of Minnesota and Kansas University athletic departments.
Lansing inmate charged in dog crate escape
The Associated Press
July 29, 2006 in print edition on B1
The inmate captured in February after escaping from the Lansing Correctional Facility inside a dog crate has been charged in the case.
People in the news
July 29, 2006 in print edition on A2
• Owen Wilson says ‘Dupree’ character is no rip-off • Actor Daniel Radcliffe to make London stage debut • Jada Pinkett Smith says TomKat’s daughter ‘beauty’ • Lance Bass’ boyfriend ‘proud’ the ’N Sync star came out • Actor Mel Gibson arrested on suspicion of DUI
Dog-eat-shark world on cable
By Kevin McDonough
July 29, 2006 in print edition on A2
“Feasting on Asphalt” (8 p.m. today, Food Network) takes viewers on a cross-country tour of America’s small roads and quirky eateries. Host Alton Brown and his crew saddle up their motorcycles in South Carolina and plan to ride to Los Angeles.
How does God want us to care for our elders?
July 29, 2006 in print edition on D1
• Practice of ethics seriously diminished • Obedience, respect and caring for parents
Scouting news
July 29, 2006 in print edition on D5
Society Calendar
July 29, 2006 in print edition on D5
Around and about
July 29, 2006 in print edition on D5
4-H news
July 29, 2006 in print edition on D5
Club news
July 29, 2006 in print edition on D3
Military families with sick children face tough choices
By Rebecca Santana - Associated Press Writer
July 29, 2006 in print edition on A8
Michelle Gwin spends most of her time caring for her severely ill 3-year-old daughter, an around-the-clock job that helps keep her mind off something just as worrying: her husband’s military service in Iraq.
Politician demands bigger security role
By Rawya Rageh - Associated Press Writer
July 29, 2006 in print edition on A8
A prominent Shiite politician called Friday for Iraqi forces to play a greater security role and for an end to “interference in their work” — an apparent reference to U.S. efforts to curb abuses by the Shiite-led Interior Ministry.
Mother stunned by pregnancy
The Associated Press
July 29, 2006 in print edition on A10
Angela Magdaleno was raising six other children and using a variety of birth-control methods — the latest being the contraceptive patch.
Rotary International Club seeks applicants for exchange program
July 29, 2006 in print edition on B6
Rotary club members in northeast Kansas are seeking four professionals to visit India in January as part of the Group Study Exchange program of the Rotary Foundation of Rotary International.
Allen Press adds intern from China
July 29, 2006 in print edition on B6
Leilei Zhang, from Beijing, will be a marketing intern at Allen Press Inc. for the coming year.
Dow rises on slowdown in economic growth
By Jeannine Aversa - Associated Press Writer
July 29, 2006 in print edition on B6
The economy throttled back in the second quarter as consumers and companies turned cautious amid surging energy prices.
FDIC halts bank decision
Congress to mull regulations for Wal-Mart, others
By Marcy Gordon - Associated Press Writer
July 29, 2006 in print edition on B6
Bank regulators have halted for six months any new approvals of the sort of industrial banks that Wal-Mart, Home Depot and 12 other companies are seeking to establish.
Horoscopes
By Jacqueline Bigar
July 29, 2006 in print edition on D7
For Saturday, July 29
Old Home Town - 100 years ago
July 29, 2006 in print edition on B7
From the Lawrence Daily World for July 29, 1906: “The state board of equalization in session in Topeka yesterday raised the assessed valuation of property in Douglas County to $474,085.
Old Home Town - 40 years ago
July 29, 2006 in print edition on B7
The Journal-World learned that the Kansas Board of Regents was requesting $80,000 to buy an executive aircraft for use by Kansas University personnel as part of the record $112,197,997 budget for the 1968 fiscal year.
Old Home Town - 25 years ago
July 29, 2006 in print edition on B7
Many Lawrence residents got up extremely early (or stayed up awfully late) to watch the televised and heavily publicized wedding of Prince Charles and Lady Diana Spencer in London.
Attention deficit
July 29, 2006 in print edition on B7
To the editor: There are times I despair for our country. A recent Harris poll found that the percentage of Americans who believe that Iraq had weapons of mass destruction (WMD) before our illegal invasion has risen from 36 percent to now 50 percent.
4-H fan
July 29, 2006 in print edition on B7
To the editor: The Douglas County Fair draws crowds of people trying to capture the nostalgia of their rural heritage.
Unified mission
An umbrella board to deal with a broad range of pedestrian and traffic issues seems like a good idea.
J-W Editorials
July 29, 2006 in print edition on B7
Lawrence city commissioners showed some administrative restraint Tuesday night by denying a request to form a new advisory board to focus on pedestrian safety issues.
Celebrities bring glamour to parenthood
By Ellen Goodman
July 29, 2006 in print edition on B7
I suppose it is reassuring that when all hell breaks loose, the tabloids still keep their eyes on the heavens, or at least the stars. Even in the Middle East, a gossip sheet in the United Arab Emirates is dutifully chronicling the search for baby Suri.
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