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Which KU football kickoff time do you prefer?

Poll results

Response Percent
Early kickoff time with game being televised
 
 82%
Later kickoff time with no television
 
 14%
Not sure
 
 3%
Total 548
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Lead stories

12:00 a.m.
From left in the cardboard buses, Bonnie Cherry, Dave Loewenstein and Clarate Heckler, 12, all of Lawrence, show their appreciation for the Lawrence Transit System, or The T, Saturday, Nov. 1, 2008 during a demonstration and march on Mass. St. The march was held to raise awareness about how The T's future depends on an upcoming vote. Transit supporters march on Mass. St.
By Sophia Maines
November 1, 2008 in print edition on 1B
Two sales tax measures on the ballot will decide the fate of the city’s bus system.
6:00 a.m.
Kitty Pacheco, a poll supervisor at Holcom Park Recreation Center, is one of several poll workers responsible for driving the completed ballots to the county courthouse, where this photo was taken Friday. Drivers ensure ballot integrity
By Mark Fagan
November 3, 2008 in print edition on 1A
Kitty Pacheco keeps her car doors locked. James Dunn recalls visions of fraud in Chicago. Dorothy Westerhouse appeals to a higher power, hoping to keep her wheels safely on the road. Sound crazy? How about you try negotiating dark streets after more than 12 hours spent taking names, checking paperwork and monitoring at-times persnickety voting machines - only now, you’re ferrying the very political will of your neighbors in the back seat of your car.
10:00 a.m.
Ryan Giblin, Lawrence High School senior, and Baylee Schmeck, Eudora High School senior, will turn 18 on Tuesday. They are the only two registered voters in the county who will turn 18 on Election Day, and both plan to head to the polls. Just one more day to wait
By George Diepenbrock
November 3, 2008 in print edition on 1A
It will be a memorable birthday for two Douglas County teenagers. On Tuesday when Baylee Schmeck and Ryan Giblin both turn 18, they will also get to cast their votes in the presidential election. “I thought it was kind of weird because I didn’t know if I was going to be able to vote,” said Giblin, a Lawrence High senior who lives with his family just southwest of Lawrence.
2:00 p.m.
Why power is sexy: Candidates’ looks hot topic in 2008
By Christine Metz
November 3, 2008
In these politically charged times, even the laws of attraction seem to take a party line. Take, for instance, a group of college-age girls enjoying an afternoon of shopping on Massachusetts Street.
6:00 p.m.
From left, Gail Sherron, Iris Sherron, 5, and Carly Armbrister, 4, all of Baldwin City, take a closer look at a selection of lichens Sunday during the Kansas University Natural History Museum's "Museum Oddities" display. The one-day showing allowed the public to experience some exhibits rarely seen. Natural History Museum puts collection of oddities on display
By Sophia Maines
November 3, 2008 in print edition on 3A
The crowd of small children hovered over the tank, staring at the dead fish floating before them and giving off a faint fishy smell. “Pretty big fish,” 10-year-old Wyatt Slavin said, summing up the sight. “I wouldn’t want it chasing after me, that’s for sure.”
10:00 p.m.
A long line of voters waits outside the Douglas County Courthouse to cast their ballots Monday on the last day of advance voting. County officials estimated that the wait would be about 30 minutes because of the number of voters. Some people in line passed the time by crocheting, e-mailing, reading or photographing the scene. Advance voting ends
By George Diepenbrock
11:03 a.m., November 3, 2008 Updated 5:48 p.m. in print edition on 1A
The advance voting line outside the Douglas County Courthouse snaked outside the building Monday morning as hundreds of voters tried to beat the noon deadline.

All stories

Sex crime suspect evades police in Leavenworth County chase
By Alex Parker
November 3, 2008 in print edition on A5
A man suspected of sexually assaulting a 12-year-old family member in Eudora led four law enforcement agencies on a cross-county chase Monday evening. Darkness halted the manhunt.
KU rebounds from Texas Tech loss with romp over KSU
November 3, 2008
What a difference a week makes for the Kansas football team.
Poll workers ready for busy day
November 3, 2008
While county officials have been tested by all the advance voting action, they’ll receive plenty of part-time help on Tuesday.
Monday, November 3 weather at 10 p.m.
By Craig Painter
November 3, 2008
The forecast for Tuesday, November 4 calls for a high of 74 with a low around 55.
KU defeats KSU for 3rd straight season
November 3, 2008
Recently when it comes to the Sunflower State - the Kansas football team has been the superior over Kansas State.
KU women’s basketball team dominates Fort Hays State
November 3, 2008
After dismantling Fort Hays State, the Kansas women’s basketball team makes good on it’s first exhibition game of the season.
Local youths learning about voting firsthand
By Lindsey Slater
November 3, 2008
Americans 18 and older will head to the polls on Tuesday to choose our next elected leaders - including President of the United States. But on Monday in Lawrence, some kids that aren’t of legal age get their say on who should run the country.
LHS cross country team brings home first-ever state title
November 3, 2008
On Saturday, the Lawrence high Lions boys cross country team knocked off Shawnee Mission Northwest and claimed its first-ever state title at Rim Rock Farm.
KidCast: Mirando Powell
November 3, 2008
The record high for November 3 is 85 in 1924. The record low is 10 in 1991.
Self names starters for exhibition game during weekly radio show
J-W Staff Reports
November 3, 2008
During his weekly radio show “Hawk Talk” on Monday, Kansas coach Bill Self announced that his five of returning players - Cole Aldrich, Sherron Collins, Matt Kleinmann, Tyrel Reed and Brady Morningstar - would start in Tuesday’s exhibition game against Washburn.
Sherron Collins: One-on-One
By Nick Nelson & Jesse Newell
November 3, 2008
So what exacty was Sherron Collins thinking while dribbling the ball up the court in the national championship game, Jayhawks down three points, time winding down?
Gasoline prices dip below $2 a gallon
By Nick Nelson
November 3, 2008 in print edition on A3
A month ago, it took an average of $3.27 per gallon to fill up your car’s gasoline tank.
Asian lady beetles looking for winter homes
By Karrey Britt
November 3, 2008 in print edition on A3
Those pesky Asian lady beetles are back.
Some ideas about what to take to the polls Tuesday - other than patience
By Karrey Britt
November 3, 2008 in print edition on A1
Sometimes, patience doesn’t come easily. Waiting in line - to buy groceries, get into a game or for a table at our favorite restaurant - can be trying.
Obama’s grandmother dies just before election
The Associated Press
November 3, 2008
Barack Obama’s grandmother, whose personality and bearing shaped much of the life of the Democratic presidential contender, has died, Obama announced Monday, one day before the election. Madelyn Payne Dunham was 86.
Defendant in Deshazer murder case accused of cruel attack, but she denies delivering fatal blow
By George Diepenbrock
November 3, 2008 in print edition on A5
The district attorney says a 37-year-old woman joined in a beating that caused a 62-year-old Lawrence man to bleed to death at his home in February.
Family lauds New York School teacher’s impact on student
By Lindsey Slater
November 3, 2008 in print edition on A3
Stacy Reffner and her three children have been in Lawrence for about a year, and it’s been a difficult transition.
Military veterans invited to job fair on Wednesday
By Mike Belt
November 3, 2008 in print edition on B9
Kevin Gaston spent 20 years in the U.S. Army working on helicopters. Now the 49-year-old Lawrence man hopes that experience will help him find a similar job when he attends a military veterans career fair Wednesday in Topeka.
Secretary of state offers last-minute advice on voting
By Scott Rothschild
November 3, 2008 in print edition on A7
Kansas Secretary of State Ron Thornburgh says if you show up to vote Tuesday, and there is some question about eligibility, you may still fill out a ballot.
How do you think the presidential race will play out?
By Jonathan Kealing
November 3, 2008
Election Day is near and here’s your chance to tell the world how you think the presidential race will turn out.
KU-Nebraska game will be available on pay-per-view
J-W Staff Reports
November 3, 2008
The Kansas-Nebraska football game, scheduled for 1:30 p.m. Saturday in Lincoln, Neb., will be available on pay-per-view, and information on how to order the package will be made available later this week.
KU-MU football game time set
J-W Staff Reports
01:50 p.m., November 3, 2008 Updated 01:58 p.m.
The Kansas University football team’s Nov. 29 game against Missouri at Kansas City’s Arrowhead Stadium will kick off at 11:30 a.m. and be televised on FSN, KU announced today.
Dole Institute runs out of tickets for speech by Bush 41
By Chardae Davis
01:33 p.m., November 3, 2008 Updated 05:45 p.m. in print edition on A1
Tickets to see former President George H.W. Bush accept the 2008 Dole Leadership Prize from the Dole Institute of Politics became available at 11 Monday morning. The event “sold out” by 12:30.
Motorcyclist released from hospital following weekend accident on I-70
By Jesse Fray
November 3, 2008
Another weekend accident injures Pennsylvania woman
U.S. Army studying move of training program from Texas to Fort Leavenworth
By John Taylor
November 3, 2008 in print edition on A5
A study is under way to determine the feasibility of relocating the Army’s Sergeants Major Academy - along with its full-time staff of 280 people and an annual rotation of about 650 noncommissioned officers - from Fort Bliss, Texas, to Fort Leavenworth.
Ms. Wheelchair Kansas Program seeks contestants
By Sophia Maines
November 3, 2008
The Ms. Wheelchair Kansas Program is seeking contestants for the fifth annual Ms. Wheelchair Kansas event, set March 13-15 at Capitol Plaza Hotel in Topeka.
County commission agrees to upgrade computer fiber network lines
By George Diepenbrock
November 3, 2008 in print edition on A5
Douglas County Commissioners on Monday approved an upgrade to computer fiber network lines to several satellite offices and the fairgrounds.
Jury selection under way in murder trial for second suspect in Jerry Deshazer’s beating death
By George Diepenbrock
November 3, 2008
Attorneys began questioning a pool of jury candidates in a Douglas County second-degree murder trial Monday morning for 38-year-old Shanna Friday.
Baldwin City police continue to investigate Sunday accident
By Jeff Myrick
November 3, 2008
Police are continuing to investigate a one-vehicle accident Sunday afternoon in Baldwin City that sent Tonya Chian, 31, Baldwin City, to a Kansas City area hospital via helicopter ambulance.
Jefferson County says no to Wakarusa Music and Camping Festival
Event may leave Lawrence area altogether
By Chad Lawhorn
11:13 a.m., November 3, 2008 Updated 04:28 p.m. in print edition on A3
The band will play on, but where is now a bigger question than ever.
Driver’s license check lane to be rescheduled
By Jesse Fray
November 3, 2008 in print edition on A5
A driver’s license check lane planned for this past weekend will be rescheduled, a Douglas County Sheriff’s Office spokeswoman said Monday.
Advance voting ends
By George Diepenbrock
11:03 a.m., November 3, 2008 Updated 05:48 p.m. in print edition on A1
The advance voting line outside the Douglas County Courthouse snaked outside the building Monday morning as hundreds of voters tried to beat the noon deadline.
State’s revenues hold steady through October
Associated Press
November 3, 2008
On the eve of what’s expected to be a more pessimistic budget forecast, some of the numbers don’t look so bad for Kansas.
NFL Roundup: Titans remain unbeaten
Jets catch Bills in crowded AFC East
The Associated Press
November 3, 2008 in print edition on B4
Rob Bironas got a second chance at redemption in overtime, kicking a 41-yard field goal with 9:36 to go that kept the Titans the NFL’s last unbeaten team with a 19-16 victory over the Green Bay Packers on Sunday.
The Edge
November 3, 2008
¢ ‘Death with Interruptions’ (book)¢ ‘Stylista’ (TV)¢ ‘Damn Right Rebel Proud’ (music)
Kung holds off Hull
November 3, 2008 in print edition on B2
American Candie Kung shot a 3-under 69 on Sunday to win the LPGA Kolon Championship by one shot over Australian Katherine Hull.
Stop and smell the flowers of motherhood in bloom
By Meghan Bahn
November 3, 2008
When I first became a mom, when my daughter was two or three months old, I remember thinking, “What’s all the fuss about? This is fun.”
Edwards earns 2nd straight victory
Gamble pays off as Johnson’s series lead cut to 106
November 3, 2008 in print edition on B2
Taking risks is a whole lot easier when you believe you don’t have much to lose. Carl Edwards squeezed a victory out of his last tank of gas, racing the last 69 laps of Sunday’s Dickies 500 at Texas Motor Speedway without pitting. And, this time, series leader Jimmie Johnson ran out of magic.
All fired up: Students at Kennedy School pose burning questions to Lawrence firefighters
By Terry Rombeck
November 3, 2008
For many children, a fascination with big red firetrucks noisily barreling down the road provides at least a brief interest in a firefighting career. We asked fourth-graders at Kennedy School what they’d like to know about being a firefighter. Then, we had firefighters Aaron Flory and Kathy Elkins answer those questions.
Surprising religion surveys
J-W Staff and Wire Reports
November 3, 2008
Among the provocative findings of two recent surveys of religious faith is that a majority of Americans who claim to be atheists are inclined to pray, one-third of them “often.” About the same number of atheists profess a belief in Satan, hell and demons. Half of them believe in angels and ghosts, according to a Baylor University study.
Lawrence Public Schools Elementary Lunch Menu
November 3, 2008
Answer on deal expected after US vote
November 3, 2008 in print edition on A2
Iraq expects an American response to requested changes in a draft security pact soon after this week’s U.S. presidential election, an aide to the prime minister said Sunday. Another Iraqi official said the U.S. indicated it would accept all the proposed changes except one - greater Iraqi legal control over American soldiers and contractors.
Pop secret: Readers share guilty pleasures from their music collection
By Jesse Fray
November 3, 2008
They’re likely hiding on a dusty shelf, or possibly they’re prominently placed on your stereo. No matter if we have to go digging for them or not, most of us have them. They’re those compact discs and cassettes we just can’t get enough of, refuse to get rid of, yet might be a little embarrassed to own.
Air Force needs falcons to control songbirds
November 3, 2008 in print edition on A6
The U.S. Air Force, a high-tech wonder of precision missiles and pilotless surveillance drones, is looking for a few good falcons. Live falcons, that is, ones with feathers and talons, the kind that hunt mice and small birds.
Sorenstam rolls in playoff
November 3, 2008 in print edition on B2
Annika Sorenstam defeated Ye Liying in the second hole of a playoff Sunday at the Suzhou Taihu Ladies Open, giving the Swede her fourth title of the season. Sorenstam plans to retire at the end of the season.
Kansas defensive backfield settled
By Dugan Arnett
12:00 a.m., November 3, 2008 Updated 09:26 a.m. in print edition on B1
After two long - and sometimes frustrating - weeks of tinkering, Kansas University football coach Mark Mangino thinks he finally has found the perfect look for his defensive secondary. Mangino said Sunday that, after various shake-ups, he expects to use a starting secondary that will feature Darrell Stuckey and Phillip Strozier at the safety spots, Justin Thornton and Daymond Patterson at cornerback and Chris Harris as the nickel back.
Old Home Town - 25 years ago
November 3, 2008 in print edition on A9
After an hour of deliberation, a jury in a Douglas County coroner’s inquest concluded that a California man, James Watson, was justified when he shot and killed Robert L. Schall, 36, the past week after a threat. The Kansas University Federal Credit Union was to merge with the Air Defense Center Federal credit Union of El Paso, Tex.
Gary Bedore’s KU basketball notebook
By Gary Bedore
November 3, 2008 in print edition on B3
There will be a change in the pregame schedule this season, starting Tuesday. It used to be the Allen Fieldhouse floor was cleared with 12 minutes on the clock for the playing of the national anthem as well as the alma mater and ensuing Rock Chalk Chant.
Retailers confident of weathering economic downturn
By Mike Belt
November 3, 2008 in print edition on A3
The stock market has dropped. Foreclosures are up. Wall Street had to be bailed out by the federal government. The national economic outlook appears bleak as the Christmas shopping season arrives. Lawrence-owned retail business owners and managers are hoping they’ve planned well and made the right choices to deal with an economic downturn as they head into what is normally their busiest season of the year.
Catering to a new crowd: Former daycare provider finds success with career change
By Erika Bentson - Special to the Journal-World
November 3, 2008
Nearly one year ago, Dianna Keller, of Lawrence, decided to change careers by transforming her garage into a catering business.
British PM asks Saudis to help IMF
November 3, 2008 in print edition on A2
British Prime Minister Gordon Brown made a direct plea on Sunday for Gulf states to contribute to the International Monetary Fund’s reserves to bail out out struggling countries - promising that they would have a say in any future new world economic order.
Fine records first TD catch
November 3, 2008 in print edition on B2
Former Kansas University and current Buffalo Bills tight end Derek Fine caught his first career NFL touchdown on Sunday in Buffalo’s 26-17 loss to the New York Jets in Orchard Park, N.Y. Fine scored on a nine-yard pass from quarterback Trent Edwards at the 11:26 mark in the first quarter. The score put the Bills ahead, 7-3.
‘Bama, Tech 1-2 in BCS
The Associated Press
November 3, 2008 in print edition on B6
No scoreboard watching necessary for Texas Tech. Fewer than 24 hours after the Red Raiders gave the national championship race a makeover by defeating then-No. 1 Texas, they received more good news when the BCS standings were released Sunday.
Fall florals make transition to holiday table
November 3, 2008
Just in time to decorate your harvest table, “Home and Away” host Lori Carson visits this week with Karen Pendleton, owner of Pendleton’s Country Market, to look at a variety of fall floral creations.
Charlie Brown and gang come to life in Internet cartoons
By Jake Coyle - Associated Press Writer
November 3, 2008 in print edition on B12
Barack Obama, John McCain : or Linus? In a batch of 20 new webisodes, Charlie Brown and the gang have been brought back to animated life, much in the style of their classic holiday TV specials. But Lucy, Snoopy and others have been remade for the Web in 3- to 4-minute videos taken directly from classic 1964 comic strips.
Hutu militias key to Congo conflict
By Todd Pitman - Associated Press Writer
November 3, 2008 in print edition on B12
The international community is scrambling to organize a summit to prevent a resumption of the fighting in Congo that has displaced a quarter-million people in recent weeks. But the conflict will be tough to end without resolving an issue at its heart - the presence of Hutu militias who participated in Rwanda’s genocide.
Amaro new Phillies GM
November 3, 2008 in print edition on B2
Ruben Amaro Jr. will replace Pat Gillick as general manager of the World Series champion Philadelphia Phillies today. Amaro just completed his 10th season as assistant GM and was considered the front-runner.
Mourners honor slain Hudson relatives
November 3, 2008 in print edition on A6
Mourners in Jennifer Hudson’s childhood church Sunday listened as the second-grade teacher of the entertainer’s slain nephew read aloud from journals written by his classmates - including one who lamented that Julian King didn’t live long enough to become president.
Karlsson claims Merit title
November 3, 2008 in print edition on B2
Robert Karlsson won the Order of Merit title on Sunday after closest challenger Lee Westwood failed to catch Soren Kjeldsen at the Volvo Masters. Westwood needed a victory at Valderrama on Sunday to have any chance of claiming his second European money title, but shot a 1 over 72 to finish four shots behind Kjeldsen.
Army seeks to stem flood of patients at new care centers
By Lolita C. Baldor - Associated Press Writer
November 3, 2008 in print edition on A2
In a rush to correct reports of substandard care for wounded soldiers, the Army flung open the doors of new specialized treatment centers so wide that up to half the soldiers currently enrolled do not have injuries serious enough to justify being there, The Associated Press has learned.
Kansas hoops rookies eager for opener
By Gary Bedore
November 3, 2008 in print edition on B1
They played well during three exhibition games - all victories - over Labor Day weekend in Canada. Now it’s time to see how Kansas University’s wide-eyed newcomers fare in a practice game in the U.S.A. - on election night, no less.
Recognizing job burnout: Knowing the symptoms is the first step
By Mike Belt
November 3, 2008
Jason Crawford was only in his 20s when he became a business owner. But he grew tired of the long hours and being away from his family several nights a month. Today Crawford, 30, is a school teacher.
Supreme Court prepares for foul language case
By David G. Savage - Los Angeles Times
November 3, 2008 in print edition on A12
The Supreme Court would not be recommended as the best place in this city to hear a raucous conversation that makes full use of the F-word, the S-word and assorted other vulgarities. It is a place of decorum. Officers will firmly reprimand a visitor who errs by leaning an elbow on the next chair.
Horoscopes
By Holiday Mathis
November 3, 2008
THIS WEEK’S BIRTHDAYS: It’s a year of unlikely choices you never imagined yourself making, and yet you do so with great elan. The next three weeks help you notice that your talent is bigger than you thought, and upon the realization, your soul expands to include new passions. You’re willing to accept a person faults and all in December, and this person will improve with your loving attention. Family trips and fun are featured in December and March. Financial boosts come in June and September.
Take care when picking ticks off your pets
November 3, 2008
Checking dogs and cats for ticks has become a routine in many households. Is it part of yours?
History museum has several positions to fill
Staff Reports
November 3, 2008 in print edition on A4
Watkins Community Museum of History, 1047 Mass., has multiple volunteer positions to be filled, including front door greeters and museum guides to work from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. or 1 p.m. to 4 p.m. Tuesday through Saturday.
Chalmers’ nose not broken
November 3, 2008 in print edition on B2
Miami Heat rookie guard Mario Chalmers, who took an elbow to the nose in Saturday’s game at Charlotte, did not suffer a broken nose, Heat officials told the Palm Beach Post on Sunday. Chalmers, who played college basketball at Kansas, should start Wednesday versus Philadelphia.
NBA Roundup
The Associated Press
November 3, 2008 in print edition on B5
It didn’t take long for Russell Westbrook to show the defensive prowess that convinced the Oklahoma City Thunder to make him their first-round draft pick. Westbrook sparked a comeback with back-to-back steals on the defensive end and then scored the go-ahead basket for the last of his 14 points as the Thunder beat the Minnesota Timberwolves for their first victory in their new home.
On the record
November 3, 2008 in print edition on A4
A 31-year-old woman was flown by air ambulance to a Kansas City-area hospital Sunday following a single-vehicle accident in the 1800 block of College Street in Baldwin City, according to Baldwin City Police. The accident occurred about 4:30 p.m. The cause is under investigation and the woman’s name and condition were unavailable Sunday.
Scientists racing to save Mexico City’s ‘water monster’
By David Koop - Associated Press Writer
November 3, 2008 in print edition on A2
Beneath the tourist gondolas in the remains of a great Aztec lake lives a creature that resembles a monster - and a Muppet - with its slimy tail, plumage-like gills and mouth that curls into an odd smile. The axolotl, also known as the “water monster” and the “Mexican walking fish,” was a key part of Aztec legend and diet.
Commentary: Texas Tech enters new territory
National spotlight suddenly shines brightly on Red Raiders, 9-0 for first time since 1938
By Chuck Carlton - The Dallas Morning News
November 3, 2008 in print edition on B2
Texas Tech coach Mike Leach leaves the hype to others. Why overstate when it’s just as easy to underplay any question? With the Red Raiders moving to second in the Bowl Championship Series standings with their 39-33 victory over previously top-ranked Texas, thoughts turned quickly to once-beaten Oklahoma State, Tech’s next opponent.
Rate hike
The “equalization” of electric rates in two Westar service areas could place an unfair burden on local customers.
J-W Editorials
November 3, 2008 in print edition on A9
Westar customers who previously purchased electricity from Kansas Power & Light, like those in Lawrence, had better be ready for the other shoe to drop. The Kansas Corporation Commission is moving toward approval of a compromise rate increase negotiated by Westar and the Citizens’ Utility Ratepayers Board.
Gay-marriage backers make the political personal
By Lisa Leff - Associated Press Writer
November 3, 2008 in print edition on B12
As California voters prepare to decide Tuesday whether to eliminate the marriage rights same-sex couples won five months ago, gays and their allies have been encouraged to tell co-workers and neighbors why legalizing the unions matters to them.
Keegan: Howard has local following
By Tom Keegan
November 3, 2008 in print edition on B1
The funniest argument inspired by the World Series won by the Philadelphia Phillies wasn’t over a ball or a strike, a fair or foul ball, a safe-or-out call. It took place right here in Lawrence in front of a television. Oliva and Langston, children of Chris and Krista Howard, saw Phillies slugger Ryan Howard, 28, on TV, and the sibling rivalry raged.
Glaze it up right when replacing broken glass
By Linda Cottin
November 3, 2008
Step 1: When replacing glass in a wooden window frame, prepare the area by removing the cracked or broken glass completely. Scrape away all the old glazing with a glazing tool or putty knife. Use pliers to remove the old glazier points. If you expose bare wood, prime it with an oil based primer.
John Ripley, Vietnam War hero, dies at 69
November 3, 2008 in print edition on A2
Retired Marine Col. John Ripley, who was credited with stopping a column of North Vietnamese tanks by blowing up a pair of bridges during the 1972 Easter Offensive of the Vietnam War, died at home at age 69, friends and relatives said Sunday.
Just one more day to wait
Voting will be icing on birthday cake; two in county turn 18 on Election Day
By George Diepenbrock
November 3, 2008 in print edition on A1
It will be a memorable birthday for two Douglas County teenagers. On Tuesday when Baylee Schmeck and Ryan Giblin both turn 18, they will also get to cast their votes in the presidential election. “I thought it was kind of weird because I didn’t know if I was going to be able to vote,” said Giblin, a Lawrence High senior who lives with his family just southwest of Lawrence.
Putting the numbers in perspective
By George Will
November 3, 2008 in print edition on A9
By midnight Tuesday, millions of conservatives probably will believe that the nation, foundering on the reefs of sin, is ruined. And millions of “progressives,” emboldened to embrace truth in labeling by again calling themselves liberals, probably will have decided that Heaven is at hand, the nation revived like a flower in an April shower.
Good cheer at work is good all around
November 3, 2008
If the economic turmoil has you down around the office, try these five tips for spreading cheer from Kristin Tillquist, author of “Capitalizing on Kindness.”
Painting by master turns up in Texas
November 3, 2008 in print edition on A2
A painting by Italian master Sebastiano Ricci, long presumed to be lost, has turned up in Texas after a 300-year journey from the hands of a European nobleman playboy to a fur trader and finally through generations of one family.
Study links teen pregnancies to tastes for sexy television shows
By Lindsey Tanner - Associated Press Writer
November 3, 2008 in print edition on A1
Groundbreaking research suggests that pregnancy rates are much higher among teens who watch a lot of TV with sexual dialogue and behavior compared with those who have tamer viewing tastes. “Sex and the City,” anyone? That was one of the shows used in the research.
Plaid tidings
By Caitlin Donnelly
November 3, 2008
Scottish tartans, ‘80s hair bands, hunters, cute cowgirls with knotted shirts and bare midriffs : even President Ronald Reagan loved to get his plaid on.
Fresh, colorless cosmetics
November 3, 2008
Sometimes the natural look needs a little help.
Don’t break your back while raking fall leaves
By Chardae Davis
November 3, 2008
You are determined to spend Saturday afternoon ridding the yard of the crispy, dry fall leaves carpeting the grass.
Bean cruises in Sonoma
November 3, 2008 in print edition on B2
Andy Bean breezed through 32 holes of play Sunday to win the Charles Schwab Cup Championship, pulling away for a nine-stroke victory over Gene Jones.
America is still healing from ‘60s
By Leonard Pitts Jr.
November 3, 2008 in print edition on A9
The killers would have worn top hats. Having already murdered 102 African-Americans, 14 by beheading, they would have driven at top speed toward Barack Obama, leaning from the windows of their vehicle, dressed in top hats and white tuxedoes, firing guns.
KU women make short work of FHSU
By Chuck Woodling
November 3, 2008 in print edition on B1
A scrimmage is a scrimmage is a scrimmage. Unless it’s listed on the schedule as an exhibition game. So it was officially a contest - although not much of one - as Kansas University’s women’s basketball team trounced Fort Hays State, 93-37, on Sunday afternoon in Allen Fieldhouse.
Do some desk work
J-W Staff and Wire Reports
November 3, 2008
Exercising at your desk won’t make you an athlete, but it might keep you alive, experts say.
Why power is sexy: Candidates’ looks hot topic in 2008
By Christine Metz
November 3, 2008
In these politically charged times, even the laws of attraction seem to take a party line. Take, for instance, a group of college-age girls enjoying an afternoon of shopping on Massachusetts Street.
Stocks likely to recover no matter who’s president
By Madlen Read - Associated Press Writer
November 3, 2008 in print edition on A7
Wall Street prefers Republicans, McCain supporters argue. But stocks have done better under Democratic presidents, Obama supporters fire back. When it comes to the stock market - especially this turbulent market - does it really matter who is elected president? Yes and no. Politicians do influence the economy - and they’ll play a big role in how the country emerges from this current crisis.
Onion ready to inaugurate new era of political satire
By Jake Coyle - Associated Press Writer
November 3, 2008 in print edition on A11
Days before the January 2001 inauguration of President Bush, the Onion ran a story headlined: “Bush: ‘Our Long National Nightmare of Peace and Prosperity Is Finally Over.”’ Writers at the satirical paper still speak reverentially of the story, in which Bush promises to take the country into a deep recession, worsen the environment and “end the severe war drought that plagued the nation under Clinton.”
‘First Class’ lacking on Bravo’s new show
By Kevin McDonough
November 3, 2008 in print edition on A11
If life and television teach us anything, it’s that people who claim to be “classy” tend to be anything but. The new series “First Class All the Way” (8 p.m., Bravo) offers a tacky throwback to the Robin Leach 1980s classic “Lifestyles of the Rich and Famous.” But at least the loud Leach appeared to be in on the joke. The ladies on “Class” approach their tasks with grim determination.
Last-minute onslaught of tricks aims to confuse voters
By Deborah Hastings - Associated Press Writer
November 3, 2008 in print edition on B12
In the hours before Election Day, as inevitable as winter, comes an onslaught of dirty tricks - confusing e-mails, disturbing phone calls and insinuating fliers left on doorsteps during the night. The intent, almost always, is to keep folks from voting or to confuse them, usually through intimidation or misinformation.
KU rowing shines in Wichita
J-W Staff Reports
November 3, 2008 in print edition on B2
Kansas University’s rowing team went 1-2-3 in the Varsity Eight race, won the Open Double race and had boats place in the top three in every race Sunday at the Frostbite Regatta. The Jayhawks placed second in the Lightweight Four and in the Varsity Four and tied for third in the Varsity Four.
Drivers ensure ballot integrity
By Mark Fagan
November 3, 2008 in print edition on A1
Kitty Pacheco keeps her car doors locked. James Dunn recalls visions of fraud in Chicago. Dorothy Westerhouse appeals to a higher power, hoping to keep her wheels safely on the road. Sound crazy? How about you try negotiating dark streets after more than 12 hours spent taking names, checking paperwork and monitoring at-times persnickety voting machines - only now, you’re ferrying the very political will of your neighbors in the back seat of your car.
Insurance companies cover foreign drivers
The Associated Press
November 3, 2008 in print edition on A4
While some immigrants may not be able to get a driver’s license in Kansas, they can get car insurance. The Wichita Eagle reported Sunday that at least two insurance companies in the state offer policies to motorists with foreign driver’s licenses.
State’s budget forecast expected to get gloomier
By John Hanna - Associated Press Writer
November 3, 2008 in print edition on A5
The state’s budget outlook probably will get worse on Election Day and could force legislators to rethink past promises about spending on public schools, higher education and social services. State officials and university economists plan to meet at 1 p.m. Tuesday to revise existing estimates for anticipated revenues during the current budget year. They’ll also project revenues for fiscal 2010, which begins next July.
Old Home Town - 100 years ago
November 3, 2008 in print edition on A9
From the Lawrence Daily World for Nov. 3 1908: “The Douglas County Farmers Institute will have an all-day meeting at Fair-view Church Nov. 6 and it should be of utmost value to every farmer and livestock raiser in the region.
Palmer wins on final hole
November 3, 2008 in print edition on B2
Ryan Palmer made a 10-foot birdie on the 18th hole Sunday to break out of a six-way tie for the lead and win the Ginn sur Merr Classic, earning a two-year exemption on the PGA Tour.
Horoscopes
November 3, 2008 in print edition on A11
You make a difference and function with ease this year. You have a powerful personality and a strong wish list. You will be able to manifest many of your goals and make them realities. If you are single, your love life will be exciting, but count on nothing being long term until it goes for a full year. If you are attached, you could have some surprises from your first child.
Old Home Town - 40 years ago
November 3, 2008 in print edition on A9
The Lawrence United Fund drive stood at only $30,256, more than $109,000 short of the record goal of $139,956. UF traditionally struggled in Lawrence but the current deficit was the biggest anyone could recall for the current state of the campaign.
Pump patrol
November 3, 2008 in print edition on A3
The Journal-World found gas prices as low as $1.99 at the Kwik Shop at 4841 W. Sixth St.
KU’s pool of potential students shrinking
By Andy Hyland
November 3, 2008 in print edition on A3
Kansas University is preparing to compete for a smaller pool of Kansas high school graduates. Data released from the Western Interstate Commission for Higher Education shows the in-state pool will shrink each year until the 2015-20016 academic year. The numbers show a 9 percent decline from the peak of a projected 31,899 in 2007-08 to 28,796 in 2014-15.
Riding the wave: Dot Nary doesn’t let life, college or kayaking pass her by
By Eileen Roddy
November 3, 2008
Dot Nary, 52, loves whizzing around Lone Star Lake in her kayak. “It allows me to move fast under my own power,” she says.
Can we talk? KU Moms group offers support, conversation for working mothers on campus
By Erika Bentson - Special to the Journal-World
November 3, 2008
When Lisa Kring found out she was expecting another child, she decided to form her own support system. The event services director at the Kansas Union gathered other mothers and started the KU Moms group, which meets for lunch once a month to discuss issues and situations parents face.
Campaigns’ focus turns to turnout
By Nedra Pickler and Liz Sidoti - Associated Press Writers
November 3, 2008 in print edition on A1
Barack Obama and John McCain uncorked massive get-out-the-vote operations in more than a dozen battleground states Sunday, millions of telephone calls, mailings and door-knockings in a frenzied, fitting climax to a record-shattering $1 billion campaign. Together, they’ll spend about $8 per presidential vote.
Chiefs collapse
Tampa Bay rallies from 21 down
By Doug Tucker - Associated Press Sports Writer
November 3, 2008 in print edition on B1
The Tampa Bay Buccaneers needed some weird and lucky things to happen Sunday for them to make history. Matt Bryant missed a 38-yard field-goal attempt on a third down play in overtime, but tackle Jeremy Trueblood was called for a false start. So the Bucs lined up for another third-down play, and Jeff Garcia connected with Jameel Cook for nine yards, giving Bryant a second chance from 33.
Natural History Museum puts collection of oddities on display
By Sophia Maines
November 3, 2008 in print edition on A3
The crowd of small children hovered over the tank, staring at the dead fish floating before them and giving off a faint fishy smell. “Pretty big fish,” 10-year-old Wyatt Slavin said, summing up the sight. “I wouldn’t want it chasing after me, that’s for sure.”
E-mail addiction: Where you go, the beep follows
By Chad Lawhorn
November 3, 2008
Karen Black admits she often jumps at the sound of the beep. Yes, it’s the beep from your computer - or now your phone or Blackberry - that says you have new mail.
What qualities should a president have?
November 3, 2008
With all the talk lately about who should be president, we decided to ask students at a couple of Lawrence schools what qualities they think a president should have.Here’s what they had to say.
Radcliffe defends crown
November 3, 2008 in print edition on B2
Paula Radcliffe defended her title at the New York City Marathon on Sunday to become the second woman to win the race three times.Marilson Gomes dos Santos of Brazil won the men’s race for the second time in three years, passing Abderrahim Goumri with about a mile to go.
Tsonga prevails in Paris
November 3, 2008 in print edition on B2
Jo-Wilfried Tsonga beat defending champion David Nalbandian to win the Paris Masters on Sunday. Tsonga produced a stunning display of serving and shot-making in the 6-3, 4-6, 6-4 victory. The 23-year-old Tsonga’s second career title gave him the eighth and final spot in the ATP race and a spot in the season-ending Masters Cup in Shanghai next week.
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