Also from November 15

Audio clips

• Bill Self talks about his team's showing against Washburn, including the return of Brandon Rush going without a hitch
• Brandon Rush talks about his first live game action since hurting his knee in May
• Mario Chalmers talks about the offensive boost KU received with the return of Brandon Rush
• Rodrick Stewart talks about getting out the early jitters in his second career start as a Jayhawk

Births

• Neal and Julie Lintecum, Lawrence, a girl.
• Phil and Meredith Thomas, Lawrence, a boy.
• Tamisha Banks and Charles Scott Jr., Lawrence, a boy.
• Scott Godfrey and Cristy White, Lawrence, a boy.
• Andy and Marissa Kokhanovsky, Lawrence, a girl.
• Janice and Jacob Outcalt, Baldwin City, a girl.

Blog entries

• Heard on the Hill: KU links: Retired prof discusses tornado safety; business dean in state Chamber video
• Statehouse Live: FreedomWorks urges Legislature to reject Common Core reading and math standards
• Town Talk: Lawrence home sales continue rise in 2013, builders begin to pick up pace on new construction

Chats

• Jeff Drake: Chat about WGA strike

Obituaries

• Carl Dean Gibson, Jewell
• Jeanne Webb Cady, Ennis, Texas
• Barry Lee Nall, Lawrence
• Barbara A. Burnett, Lawrence
• Dorothy L. Feist, Lawrence
• Kenneth E. Stalcup, Lenexa
• Jordan Lee Erskin, Lawrence
• Edith Lynn Lowrance, Oskaloosa
• Dorothy L. Feist, Lawrence
• Donald E. Edwards
• James Boicoury Ogg, Ottawa
• Clarence E. Daniels, Lawrence
• Anna Mae Schaumburg, Lawrence
• Aaron Bradley Caldwell, Dallas/Fort Worth, Texas

On the street

• What superstitions or rituals do you have for Kansas University games?

Photos

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Photo galleries

Podcasts

• Press Conferences & Post-Game Interviews: Bill Self's Nov. 15 postgame press conference (Washburn)
• The Morning Rush: Bremby approves ethanol plant in Dodge City

Videos

• A new rivalry has sprung up between Free State and …
• A man involved in a 10-hour stand-off with police now …
• Two women arrested in connection with a weekend kidnapping now …
• In case of an emergency, KU officials can now send …
• After 33 years of service, the leader of the Lawrence …
• For 30 years, the Great American Smokeout has helped people …
• Educators met in Lawrence to discuss pre-kindergarten education and how …
• A local charity celebrated “America Recycles Day” in a big …
• For Schwegler Elementary’s 50th anniversary students made a knowledge tree …
• Gov. Kathleen Sebelius and Missouri Gov. Matt Blunt place a …
• Five and a half months after surgery to repair a …
• Bonnie Henrickson received good news on Wednesday: the Jayhawks signed …
• Senior tight end Derek Fine has seen the Jayhawks come …
• The Hawks play yet another small Kansas school tonight at …
• Useless fieldhouse trivia with DJ Whetter and Kevin Romary.
• Thirteen KU seniors will say goodbye to Memorial State when …
• Aqib Talib is a finalist for the Bronco Nagurski Trophy, …
• Videocast for November 15

All stories

Extra Minutes: Kansas 92, Washburn 60

By Ryan Greene

November 15, 2007

Tying up loose ends from KU’s win over Washburn, which marked the return of junior guard Brandon Rush from a knee injury sustained while preparing for last summer’s NBA Draft.

6Sports video: Seniors set for last home game

November 15, 2007

Thirteen KU seniors will say goodbye to Memorial State when they take on Iowa State in the last Jayhawk home game of the year.

6Sports video: Hawks face third Kansas opponent

By Kevin Romary

November 15, 2007

The Hawks play yet another small Kansas school tonight at Allen Fieldhouse. Kevin Romary has more from the hardwood.

6News video: Kidnapping suspects may have abducted four more victims

November 15, 2007

Two women arrested in connection with a weekend kidnapping now face a slew of charges, including the kidnapping of two children.

6News video: Schools face off in hand-to-hand combat

November 15, 2007

A new rivalry has sprung up between Free State and Lawrence High Schools, and it’s all about hand-to-hand combat. Both schools now have official Rock, Paper, Scissors clubs.

6News video: Charity recyles cans for community

November 15, 2007

A local charity celebrated “America Recycles Day” in a big way. “Cans for the Community” presented two $500 checks today: one of the Social Service League and another to the Lawrence Arts Center Preschool.

6News video: Governors place bets on Border Showdown

November 15, 2007

Gov. Kathleen Sebelius and Missouri Gov. Matt Blunt place a friendly wager on the Border Showdown. They have agreed to wear the colors of the opposing team if their team is defeated on Saturday.

6Sports video: B-Rush is back

November 15, 2007

Five and a half months after surgery to repair a torn ACL, Jayhawk junior guard made his 2007 KU debut this evening against Washburn University.

6News video: Conceptual art commemorates school’s anniversary

November 15, 2007

For Schwegler Elementary’s 50th anniversary students made a knowledge tree using only compost and their bodies. The osage orange tree was designed by conceptual artist Daniel Dancer.

6Sports video: Bonnie’s bunch gains Goodrich

November 15, 2007

Bonnie Henrickson received good news on Wednesday: the Jayhawks signed three players for next season, including one of the top 50 players in the nation.

6Sports video: Useless trivia with DJ

By Kevin Romary & D.J. Whetter

November 15, 2007

Useless fieldhouse trivia with DJ Whetter and Kevin Romary.

6News video: KU tests emergency text message service

By Laura McHugh

November 15, 2007

In case of an emergency, KU officials can now send a message directly to students’ cell phones. They tested the new “text alert” system today and say that now, all systems are go.

6Sports video: Talib named Nagurski finalist

November 15, 2007

Aqib Talib is a finalist for the Bronco Nagurski Trophy, given to the best defensive college player of the year.

6Sports video: Fine: ‘We’ve come a long way’

November 15, 2007

Senior tight end Derek Fine has seen the Jayhawks come from 2-10 in 2002 to 10-0 in 2007.

6News video: Educators discuss pre-K programs

November 15, 2007

Educators met in Lawrence to discuss pre-kindergarten education and how to make it accessible to every child in Kansas.

6News video: Smokeout helps smokers kick habit

November 15, 2007

For 30 years, the Great American Smokeout has helped people nationwide stop smoking.

6News video: Arts Center director retires

November 15, 2007

After 33 years of service, the leader of the Lawrence Arts Center announced her retirement. Ann Evans has been the Executive Director of the Arts Center since it was founded in 1975.

6News video: Man charged with arson

November 15, 2007

A man involved in a 10-hour stand-off with police now faces criminal charges. 57-year-old Darrel Maley was booked into the Douglas County Jail yesterday.

Rush’s return and Rodrick’s sparkle pace KU to 92-60 win

By Ryan Greene

06:31 p.m., November 15, 2007 Updated 08:38 p.m.

Brandon Rush was the story of the night, though, playing all 12 of his minutes before the half and resting in the second stanza. He was active and unafraid, finishing with seven points, three rebounds, two assists, one block and one steal. Rodrick Stewart also showed to be a valuable replacement in game one without Sherron Collins. He had nine points, four rebounds, four assists and an emphatic blocked shot at the end. KU is off now until the night before Thanksgiving (next Wednesday), when the Jayhawks host Northern Arizona for the second straight year. Tip time will be 7 p.m.

6News Now: KU tests text message alert system

November 15, 2007

In tonight’s 6News and tomorrow’s Lawrence Journal-World, in case of emergency, KU officials can now send a message directly to students’ cell phones, and the latest in the arrest of the man who held police at bay for two hours earlier in the week.

Ann Evans resigns as Arts Center director

Board to launch national search for replacement

By Mindie Paget

November 15, 2007

Ann Evans, who has been executive director of the Lawrence Arts Center since it opened in 1974, announced today that she will retire from the post. Her last day will be Dec. 31.

KUMC official: Affiliation agreement near

Attorneys, negotiators reviewing final documents

By Jonathan Kealing

November 15, 2007

For Kansas University Medical Center, KU Hospital and the KU physicians group, today finally may be the day.

Talib named one of five finalists for Nagurski award

J-W Staff Reports

November 15, 2007

Kansas Universiy junior cornerback Aqib Talib on Thursday was named one of five finalists for the 2007 Bronko Nagurski award, which is given annually to the nation’s top defensive player. The other four finalists are Ohio State junior linebacker James Laurinaitis, LSU defensive tackle Glenn Dorsey, Virginia defensive end Chris Long and South Florida defensive end George Selvie.

ICL lines up customers for acid

North Lawrence plant completes $4M in upgrades

By Mark Fagan

November 15, 2007 in print edition on B9

Texas Instruments, Honeywell, International Rectifier and other heavyweights in the manufacturing of semiconductors and other intricate electronics are relying on folks at ICL Performance Products for an essential cleaning and etching component used in their operations.

Wooden, UNT clip Cowboys

Associated Press

November 15, 2007 in print edition on A5

Keith Wooden and Josh White scored 25 points apiece to lead North Texas over Oklahoma State Wednesday night. The Mean Green (2-0) used runs of 17 and 10 points to pull away twice from Oklahoma State (1-1). It was North Texas’ first win in three tries in the all-time series against the Cowboys.

Credit bureaus now offer security freezes

By Michelle Singletary

November 15, 2007 in print edition on B9

Just as the holiday shopping rush begins, all three of the major credit bureaus have decided they will provide consumers with a powerful tool to protect themselves from identity theft. Within the last month, Equifax, Experian and Trans-Union began offering consumers the option of freezing their credit reports.

Pump patrol

November 15, 2007 in print edition on A3

The Journal-World found gas prices as low as $2.96 at several locations.

Good fences

Plantings, color help stick-straight structures blend into yard

By Jennifer Oldridge

November 15, 2007 in print edition on C1

We Americans love our fences. They allow us the freedom to let the kids and dogs outside without worrying they’ll wander off. They permit us the luxury of relaxing without feeling as though we’re on display to the neighbors and passers-by. They shield our view of eyesores and can provide a sense of coziness and comfort.

Role of ex-president remains a question

By David Broder

November 15, 2007 in print edition on A8

As the Democratic presidential race finally gets down to brass tacks, two issues are becoming paramount. But only one of them is clearly on the table. That is the issue of illegal immigration. A very smart Democrat, a veteran of the Clinton administration, told me he expects it to be a key part of any Republican campaign and is worried about his own party’s ability to respond.

Offenses flying high

Potent attacks put opposing defenses in catch-up mode

By Ryan Wood

November 15, 2007 in print edition on B1

Kansas University’s football team dropped 76 points on Nebraska earlier this month, gave up 39 and made headlines for winning a game featuring an unheard-of 115 points. Amazingly, that total was blown away seven days later. North Texas and Navy exploded for 136 points last week in a 74-62 Navy victory in Denton, Texas.

O.J. Simpson ordered to stand trial

November 15, 2007 in print edition on A2

O.J. Simpson must face trial on kidnapping, armed robbery and other charges stemming from a suspected sports memorabilia heist, a justice of the peace ruled Wednesday, despite fierce defense attacks that characterized prosecution witnesses as con artists and crooks out for a buck.

Freshmen lift MSU past ULM

Associated Press

November 15, 2007 in print edition on A5

Michigan State coach Tom Izzo got everything he expected from his freshmen - and then some. Freshman Chris Allen scored 17 points, and All-American Drew Neitzel had 15 to help No. 12 Michigan State withstand a 3-point barrage and beat Louisiana-Monroe, 83-65, on Wednesday night in a CBE Classic regional final.

House passes bill calling for troops to come home

November 15, 2007 in print edition on A2

House Democrats pushed through a $50 billion bill for the Iraq war Wednesday night that would require President Bush to start bringing troops home in coming weeks with a goal of ending combat by December 2008.

Bishops: Catholic faith should shape voting

November 15, 2007 in print edition on A2

Roman Catholic voters and lawmakers must heed church teaching on issues ranging from racism to abortion or risk their eternal salvation, U.S. bishops said Wednesday.

AC wins ‘war of currents’ in NYC

Associated Press

November 15, 2007 in print edition on A2

The city that Thomas Edison electrified 125 years ago has completed the transition from direct to alternating current, helping to erase the vestiges of a feud between giants of invention.

Horoscopes

November 15, 2007 in print edition on B8

This year you might feel as if you have no choice but to constantly adjust to others’ issues and plans. At times, you could become irate when dealing with the many people in your life. If you are single, romance could be toasty, if not stable. If you are attached, agree to disagree, and the two of you will have many more stimulating talks and times.

Our Town Sports

November 15, 2007 in print edition on A5

Beaton Takes Finale: Mike Beaton carded a 67 Saturday and won the Jayhawk Golf Club fall finale net golf tournament at Alvamar by four strokes over Jeff Miller. Chris Anderson and Tom Dennis shared third after each recorded a 73. Conrad Roberts posted the low gross score with a one-under-par 71.

Boyda’s bill to close child porn loophole passes

By Sam Hananel - Associated Press Writer

November 15, 2007 in print edition on A5

The House on Wednesday unanimously approved Kansas Rep. Nancy Boyda’s bill to close a loophole that allowed a Kansas City, Kan., man convicted of possessing child pornography to escape punishment.

84-carat white diamond sells for $16.2M

November 15, 2007 in print edition on A2

An 84.37-carat white diamond touted by Sotheby’s for its size and beauty sold at auction Wednesday to Guess clothing company founder Georges Marciano for just under $16.2 million.

Musharraf says he’ll quit army this month to rule as civilian

By Stephen Graham and Matthew Pennington - Associated Press Writers

November 15, 2007 in print edition on A2

President Gen. Pervez Musharraf said for the first time Wednesday that he expects to quit as chief of Pakistan’s army by the end of November, heralding a return to civilian rule. But in an interview with The Associated Press, he also rejected U.S. pressure to quickly end a state of emergency and a demand from opposition leader Benazir Bhutto that he leave the political stage altogether.

Ryan Wood’s KU football notebook

By Ryan Wood

November 15, 2007 in print edition on B3

Injury report: KU coach Mark Mangino said he wasn’t sure whether safety Patrick Resby would be ready to play Saturday against Iowa State, after sitting out last week’s game with an undisclosed injury.

‘Tree of Smoke’ receives National Book Award

November 15, 2007 in print edition on A6

Denis Johnson’s “Tree of Smoke,” a 600-page journey through the physical, moral and spiritual extremes of the Vietnam War and its aftermath, won the National Book Award for fiction Wednesday night.

Lawrence Datebook

November 15, 2007 in print edition on A4

Events around Lawrence

County advances permit for airstrip

J-W Staff Reports

November 15, 2007 in print edition on A5

The Douglas County Commission passed a conditional-use permit on Wednesday for a grass airstrip in southern Douglas County, but it will be subject to four conditions. The permit is on the commission’s Monday consent agenda for final approval.

Legal team to fight for coal plants

Associated Press

November 15, 2007 in print edition on B10

Finney County commissioners have hired a legal team to help them decide whether to file a lawsuit over the denial of a coal-plant permit. They believe that Kansas Department of Health and Environment Secretary Roderick Bremby had no legal basis to deny Sunflower Electric Power Corp.’s air-quality permit for the $3.6 billion project in Holcomb.

Ethanol plant approved for western Kansas

By Scott Rothschild

November 15, 2007 in print edition on A3

The state’s top environmental official Wednesday approved construction of an ethanol plant in Dodge City, and used the action to try to dampen criticism over his rejection of two coal-fired power plants sought by Sunflower Electric Power Corp.

Two arrested in weekend kidnapping

November 15, 2007 in print edition on A5

Two women were arrested by Lawrence police Tuesday in connection with a weekend kidnapping incident. Runita J. Bell, 32, and Annetta D. Moten, 40, both of Lawrence, are scheduled for their first appearances today in Douglas County District Court. Both were arrested on county warrants.

Cunningham scores 18, but Indians stumble

November 15, 2007 in print edition on B3

Haskell Indian Nations University’s Ronald Cunningham hit three early 3-pointers and scored a team-high 18 points, but it wasn’t enough for the Indians to post their second victory of the season. Tony Stewart’s 23 points led McPherson to an 89-81 victory against Haskell.

Ship pilot blames equipment

By Scott Lindlaw - Associated Press Writer

November 15, 2007 in print edition on A7

Something didn’t seem right to ship pilot John Cota when he inspected the bridge of the freighter Cosco Busan at dawn. The ship gleamed with state-of-the-art electronic charting equipment and two radar displays that penetrated fog and darkness, but these vital instruments seemed out of whack, he told investigators.

‘Big Shots’ makes way for ‘Murder Club’

By Kevin McDonough

November 15, 2007 in print edition on B8

Homicide tackles the NFL on a special episode of “Women’s Murder Club” (9 p.m., ABC). Let’s call it special because it was supposed to air Friday night, but it was rescheduled to replace “Big Shots” for one night during sweeps.

Bomb components slip through airport security in tests

By Eileen Sullivan - Associated Press Writer

November 15, 2007 in print edition on A7

Government investigators smuggled liquid explosives and detonators past airport security, exposing a dangerous hole in the nation’s ability to keep these forbidden items off of airplanes, according to a report made public Wednesday.

KU to test new notification system

November 15, 2007 in print edition on A3

Kansas University will test its emergency text message system today. Those who have provided their phone numbers to KU will receive a message saying a test of “the KU Alert text messaging system” is being conducted.

Hallmark manager to lead in Leavenworth

November 15, 2007 in print edition on A3

A production manager for Hallmark Cards Inc. in Lawrence is taking over leadership of the company’s operations in Leavenworth.

Sunshine Acres school under new management

November 15, 2007 in print edition on B9

Sunshine Acres Montessori School, 2141 Maple Lane, is operating under the management of TFI Family Services, part of the nonprofit agency’s efforts to diversify its services.

Commodities

November 15, 2007 in print edition on B9

Soybean futures jumped sharply Wednesday on the Chicago Board of Trade. Wheat for December delivery rose 4.5 cents to $7.525; December corn rose 8.25 cents to $3.83; December oats closed flat at $2.865; January soybeans jumped 23.25 cents to $10.795.

Holiday Bazaar beckons shoppers seeking unique gifts

By Sophia Maines

November 15, 2007 in print edition on A3

Bert Morgison’s oven is working overtime. The Lawrence resident is preparing for the annual Lawrence Holiday Bazaar, and that means making a menu of fudge, divinity, caramel corn, cinnamon corn and Texas brownies. Then, there are the pies: lemon meringue, chocolate meringue, butterscotch, coconut cream, pecan, apple and blackberry. And she can’t forget her peanut brittle.

Cancer society to host smokeout activities

November 15, 2007 in print edition on A3

The American Cancer Society’s Colleges Against Cancer program will host several activities today at Kansas University.

County Commission imposes burn ban

November 15, 2007 in print edition on A3

County commissioners imposed restrictions on outdoor burning in Douglas County because of the lack of rain and low moisture content in the soil.

Woodcarver show, sale this weekend

November 15, 2007 in print edition on C2

More than 60 Midwest artisans will display a variety of hand-carved pieces for sale at the Kaw Valley Woodcarvers’ Show and Sale.

Man faces arson charge after standoff

November 15, 2007 in print edition on A4

The man in custody after barricading himself at his home south of Lawrence for 10 hours Friday was taken to the Douglas County Jail about 5:40 p.m. Wednesday.

Mayer: A chance to trump the Tigers

By Bill Mayer

November 15, 2007 in print edition on B1

Kansas University never has looked ahead to a football game against Missouri with a greater opportunity for glitz and glory than it does this year. The first time for anything even remotely comparable was 60 years ago, in 1947, when the first bowl game in KU history was at stake.

Causal murders

Some will try to focus blame on America, but a Finnish tragedy shows that tormented souls can strike anywhere.

J-W Editorials

November 15, 2007 in print edition on A8

The United States has created numerous international headlines with its murderous rampages at educational institutions, such as Columbine High School in Colorado and Virginia Tech. The tendency may be to think that we have some kind of lock on the market of scholastic violence and the murder and misery it can create.

Husker assistant threatened

November 15, 2007 in print edition on B2

University of Nebraska police are looking for a man who left two threatening voicemail messages for Cornhuskers defensive coordinator Kevin Cosgrove.

Army general: Military adapting to modern wars

By Mike Belt

November 15, 2007 in print edition on A1

U.S. military leaders are learning to adapt to the complexities of modern wars of insurgency, an Army general said during an appearance Wednesday night in Lawrence. Insurgent organizations such as al-Qaida know they can’t defeat the United States in a conventional war, so they resort to terrorism, said Lt. Gen. William Caldwell, commanding general at Fort Leavenworth’s Combined Arms Center, which oversees the Army’s professional military education centers throughout the country.

Football fan

November 15, 2007 in print edition on A9

To the editor: Wow! What’s up with this? Four or five weeks ago I was channel surfing only to stumble onto Kansas playing K-State on TV. That’s an anomaly in itself because we usually don’t get anybody other than Texas, Oklahoma, Arizona, etc. Then they announce Kansas is 5-0.

Take a stand: Project poses flooding risk

By Nancy Thellman

November 15, 2007 in print edition on A9

These damning words (pardon the pun) are a timely reminder that we are sometimes victims of our own audacity. We build because we can, not because we should. Such is the case with the proposed Airport Business Park barreling its way down the economic development pipeline.

Maple trees resemble New England parents

By Jennifer Smith

November 15, 2007 in print edition on C1

When I was asked last week why the maple trees around Baldwin City are prettier than other maples in the area, I knew the answer but found the phenomenon difficult to explain. Similar species of trees often resemble each other within geographic regions.

Support team

November 15, 2007 in print edition on A9

To the editor: A lot has already been said regarding certain local businesses organizing a “boycott” of the upcoming Kansas-Missouri football game at Arrowhead Stadium. Never mind that the Kansas University Athletic Department managed to schedule six home football games in addition to the game in Kansas City.

Pivotal moments of 2007

By David Poole - McClatchy Newspapers

November 15, 2007 in print edition on A6

When you roll back through the highlight reel of the 2007 NASCAR Nextel Cup season, there will be plenty of dramatic moments to remember.

Showcase to introduce new 940 dance company

November 15, 2007 in print edition on C1

Susan Rieger took over as artistic director of the 940 dance company this summer, but a Saturday performance at the Lawrence Arts Center, 940 N.H., will mark the first time local audiences will have a chance to see her work - performed by five new dancers and one company veteran.

Museum plans Thanksgiving program

November 15, 2007 in print edition on C2

Discover how the first Thanksgiving was first celebrated through a story and craft hour Saturday at Watkins Community Museum of History.

Governor puts brakes on driver’s license plan

November 15, 2007 in print edition on A2

Gov. Eliot Spitzer announced Wednesday he was scrapping his plan to grant driver’s licenses to illegal immigrants, saying overwhelming public opposition had destroyed the proposal’s chances.

Speaker to deliver Photoshop tips

November 15, 2007 in print edition on C2

Tim Forcade, of Forcade and Associates, will give a presentation, “Photoshop II,” during the Lawrence Art Guild’s November meeting.

Youth symphony, band to perform together

November 15, 2007 in print edition on C2

The Lawrence Youth Symphony and All City Honor Band will perform at 2 p.m. Sunday at Central Junior High School, 1400 Mass.

Genetically engineered ‘pharm’ crops discussed

By Christine Metz

November 15, 2007 in print edition on A3

Rice has never sounded so threatening. On Wednesday, rice farmers from California and Arkansas, Washington D.C.-based scientists and state agriculture groups talked of the dangers of planting a rice crop in Kansas intended for pharmaceutical companies. In a courtroom at Washburn Law School, an audience of about 30 - a mixture of farmers, food safety advocates and law students - listened.

Police investigate apartment burglaries

November 15, 2007 in print edition on A5

Lawrence police are investigating a series of apartment burglaries that took place during the weekend in the 800 block of Michigan Street and the 1000 block of Missouri Street.

Commentary: NFL star learns a thing or two in school

Chargers’ Gates visits third grade, observes how childhood has changed in two decades

By Marcia C. Smith - The Orange County Register

November 15, 2007 in print edition on B2

Antonio Gates, the Chargers’ All-Pro tight end, didn’t expect to get tackled Tuesday morning. On his day off. At an elementary school. Where many of the 472 kids who surrounded him looked as though they weighed less than his giant, silver-faced Pro Bowl watch.

Old Home Town - 25 years ago

November 15, 2007 in print edition on A8

Phi Gamma Delta fraternity at Kansas University announced plans to construct a new $475,000 chapter house at the old 1540 La. site. The previous house had been destroyed by fire.

U.S. dollar’s decline is a global concern

By Sebastian Mallaby - Special to The Washington Post

November 15, 2007 in print edition on A8

For a quarter-century after World War II, money was based on a loose version of the gold standard. The U.S. dollar was pegged to gold; other currencies were pegged to the dollar; stable prices underpinned the prosperity and soaring trade of the 1950s and ‘60s. Then in 1971 Richard Nixon balked at the high interest rates necessary to maintain the dollar’s link to gold.

Old Home Town - 40 years ago

November 15, 2007 in print edition on A8

Dr. Raymond Schwegler, director of health services at Kansas University, again warned students of the dangers of experimenting with the hallucinogenic drug LSD.

Old Home Town - 100 years ago

November 15, 2007 in print edition on A8

From the Lawrence Daily World for Nov. 15, 1907: “Half a dozen little curs infest Massachusetts Street and make it dangerous for women and children in buggies and riding bicycles to go on that street. Last evening three dogs started a fight on the sidewalk in the 700 block and two small children were badly frightened when they had to run for safety.”

Theater announces upcoming auditions

November 15, 2007 in print edition on C2

Lawrence Community Theatre has scheduled auditions for “Greater Tuna,” a comedy about small-town values.

KU sends wish list to regents

Chancellor presents $38 million proposal

By Jonathan Kealing

November 15, 2007 in print edition on A1

Kansas University’s wish list: expand the School of Pharmacy, create a School of Public Health and achieve the National Cancer Institute designation. Those three items and several others were highlighted in a $38 million, five-year proposal that KU Chancellor Robert Hemenway presented Wednesday at a Kansas Board of Regents meeting.

Decorations show Jayhawk fans’ excitement

By George Diepenbrock

November 15, 2007 in print edition on A1

It’s amazing what an undefeated football team can do for the mood of fans who’ve waited years to see it. This week, if Jayhawk fans in Lawrence need a reminder about the team’s record, all they have to do is drive by a home in the 1300 block of Kentucky Street, where a group of students has designed “10-0” in Christmas lights.

Struggle to survive

KU lets 25-point lead dwindle, holds on

By Chuck Woodling

November 15, 2007 in print edition on B1

Bonnie Henrickson opened her postgame media session with a plea. “If you have an answer,” the Kansas University women’s basketball coach said, “I’m open to suggestions.” Henrickson had just watched the Jayhawks stage a Jekyll and Hyde performance in clipping UMKC, 64-58, on Wednesday night in Allen Fieldhouse.

Natural alternatives can help treat baby sniffles in absence of cold meds

J-W Wire Services

November 15, 2007 in print edition on C1

Your 16-month-old baby has her first nasty cold of the season. But drugmakers have recalled the only remedy you know - infant cold and cough medicines - because of the danger of overdose. Don’t panic. Although there is no cure, several natural therapies can stimulate your baby’s immune system to fight the virus.

Hitchcock music lecture announced

November 15, 2007 in print edition on C2

Join Kansas University’s music and dance department for “Harmonizing Sensuality in Wagner and Hitchcock,” a lecture planned from 9 a.m. to 9:50 a.m. Monday.

Rush might take court vs. Washburn

By Gary Bedore

November 15, 2007 in print edition on B1

If Brandon Rush has his say, he’ll not only dress, but also play in today’s 7 p.m. home game against Washburn. “I’m dying to play … but it’s not my decision. If it was up to me, I’d say go ahead, but it’s not up to me. No matter what … it’s going to be pretty soon,” said Rush, who has made a steady comeback from June 1 ACL surgery.

Temple seeking extra year

November 15, 2007 in print edition on B2

If the sixth-ranked Missouri Tigers have their way, leading rusher Tony Temple will get a second Senior Day send-off next fall.

Collins upbeat after surgery

Guard vows to ‘be there’ for teammates during recovery

By Gary Bedore

November 15, 2007 in print edition on B4

Sherron Collins’ mother, Stacey, was prepared to hop on a plane and travel from Chicago to Lawrence on Monday after hearing her son was headed to surgery to repair a stress fracture in his left foot.

Care with linen, china keeps them at their best during holidays

By Annie Groer - The Washington Post

November 15, 2007 in print edition on C2

OK, let’s fess up. Some of us rarely use our best tablecloths, china and crystal, and usually only think about it maybe a week before Thanksgiving. When we pull it out of storage, the china is probably a little dusty, and there may even be a few telltale spots on the linens from last year’s feast.

Kansas volleyball falls to K-State in four

November 15, 2007 in print edition on B3

The Kansas University volleyball team fell, 3-1, to Kansas State on Wednesday. KU took the first game before KSU rallied to win the final three.

Church’s assets can’t cover damages

Property may have to be sold to satisfy funeral protest judgment

By Alex Dominguez - Associated Press Writer

November 15, 2007 in print edition on A5

A Kansas church and three members have nearly $1 million in assets, with about a third in church property, far less than the $10.9 million a federal jury ordered them to pay for protesting at the funeral of a Marine killed in Iraq, according to court records.

On the record

November 15, 2007 in print edition on A4

Lawrence police responded to a disturbance call at 10:25 p.m. Tuesday in the 4600 block of West Sixth Street. A 19-year-old Lawrence woman reported she was with her roommate, an 18-year-old man, when he suddenly became physically aggressive and cut her with a sharp object. The woman reported the man also cut off a portion of her hair before she could lock herself inside a room in the residence.

Study: Signs can help shoppers skip escalator

By Maria Cheng - Associated Press Writer

November 15, 2007 in print edition on A1

Attention all shoppers: taking the stairs protects your heart. That’s the message researchers tried at a suburban shopping mall by putting up colorful signs along the steps of a staircase, and it worked. Over six weeks, use of the stairway next to an escalator more than doubled.

It’s official: They’re Jayhawks

Twins, juco standout sign; two more letters on way today

By Gary Bedore

November 15, 2007 in print edition on B4

Twins Marcus and Markieff Morris will arrive at Kansas University as Rivals.com’s No. 37- and 72-rated players nationally. They’re even better than that, Jayhawk coach Bill Self said Wednesday after receiving signed letters of intent from the Philadelphia duo.

Third March tourney set

CBI to compete with NIT for teams

November 15, 2007 in print edition on B2

There’s going to be more March basketball. The producer of some early season tournaments announced Wednesday it planned to start a 16-team postseason event that will augment the NCAA and NIT.

Tire refrain

November 15, 2007 in print edition on A9

To the editor: I was driving my friend home today and we spotted tires lying on the side of the road. Thinking that I would be a good citizen, I pulled over and we loaded them into the bed of my truck. When I got home I found out just why the tires had been dumped. It costs money to get rid of tires?

People in the news

November 15, 2007 in print edition on B8

¢ Broadway stagehands to resume talks¢ Spielberg to receive Cecil B. DeMille Award¢ Matt Damon 2007’s ‘sexiest man alive’¢ Nancy Grace in hospital with blood clots¢ Ellen Pompeo quietly marries record producer