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9:03 a.m.
Paul Schneider, night consultant for Lawrence-Douglas County Fire & Medical, waits to cross Massachusetts Street on Oct. 11 to enforce fire safety codes regarding the line outside the Granada, 1020 Mass. The fire department makes a regular pub crawl to ensure fire codes are being followed so that the venues remain safe for patrons. Fire department checks out bar scene
By Christine Metz
November 9, 2008 in print edition on 1A
It’s a crisp fall Saturday night, a few hours after the Kansas University football team won its matchup against the Colorado Buffaloes. Downtown is transforming from a celebratory dinner crowd to a group that’s ready to party. As Lawrence firefighter Paul Schneider makes his rounds - first cruising down Massachusetts Street, then out to Sixth Street to swing by Cadillac Ranch, next across Iowa Street to check on Club Axis and finally down to the student-saturated bars at Ohio and 14th streets - he makes a few predictions.
10:00 a.m.
Hillcrest School sixth-graders, from left, Jay Xayasaeng, of Laos, Sebastian Joseph and Alex Mwithiga, of Kenya, work through transformational geometry Thursday at the school, 1045 Hilltop Drive. Many international students make up the student body. ESL school excels in variety
By Alex Parker
November 9, 2008 in print edition on 1B
When Shabina Kavimandan first entered Hillcrest School six years ago, she was immediately drawn to something near and dear to her heart: The Indian flag. “The first thing I saw was the flag of my country, and a huge map of all the kids from around the world,” said Kavimandan, an English-as-a-Second-Language coach at Hillcrest, 1045 Hilltop Drive. “At that moment, my heart was sold to this country.”
2:00 p.m.
A KU Navy ROTC member stands at attention on Saturday at KU's Vietnam War Memorial. ROTC members stood post at all three war memorials on campus as part of a 24-hour vigil honoring Veterans Day. Solemn vigil for war veterans
By Brian Lewis-Jones
November 8, 2008 in print edition on 1B
For Stephanie Koenig, Veterans Day is sacred. She helped organize a weekend vigil. She visited war memorials on the KU campus. But the KU junior, a cadet 1st lieutenant in the Air Force ROTC program, said most Americans view the holiday a bit differently.

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Veterans are serenaded at Dole Institute
November 9, 2008
Some sights and sounds from the Veteran’s Day program Sunday night at the Dole Institute of Politics.
Fighting stress-related illnesses
By Cathy Hamilton
November 9, 2008
Anxiety is running high in the country these days and doctors are seeing an increase in stress-related illnesses as a result. As Boomergirl.com’s Cathy Hamilton reports, there’s a simple way to fight back - if you can just remember to breathe.
Indonesia executes 3 for ‘02 Bali nightclub bombings
By Tatan Syuflana - Associated Press Writer
November 9, 2008 in print edition on A11
Indonesia executed three Islamic militants Saturday for helping plan and carry out the 2002 Bali bombings that killed 202 people, many of them foreign tourists.
Hurricane strikes storm-weary Cuba
By Anne-Marie Garcia - Associated Press Writer
November 9, 2008 in print edition on A3
Powerful Hurricane Paloma slammed into southern Cuba on Saturday as authorities scrambled to protect crops and move hundreds of thousands of people to safer ground on an island still reeling from two other devastating storms.
Wyoming stuns Tennessee
November 9, 2008 in print edition on C2
Ward Dobbs’ 24-yard interception return for a touchdown helped Wyoming beat Tennessee, 13-7, sending the Vols and outgoing coach Phillip Fulmer to another loss. Wyoming (4-6) grabbed its first road victory of the season.
Top 25 Roundup: Iowa destroys Penn State’s BCS title hopes
Last-second field goal lifts Hawkeyes over No. 3 Nittany Lions, 24-23
Associated Press
November 9, 2008 in print edition on C8
Penn State is perfect no more, its hopes for giving coach Joe Paterno another national title given a sharp and surprising kick by Iowa.
Big 12 Roundup: Texas Tech routs OSU
Harrell 40-50 for 456 yards, 6 TD’s
Associated Press
November 9, 2008 in print edition on C5
Around the time Michael Crabtree caught his second touchdown and stood in the back of the end zone staring at the crowd - or maybe when he celebrated his third score with a high-flying chest bump into Graham Harrell - the questions about Texas Tech vanished.
Baker falls in second overtime to MANU
By Chuck Woodling
November 9, 2008 in print edition on C3
Derek Doerfler trudged down the hill from Pioneer Stadium, heading slowly to Baker University’s football dressing area. An NAIA All-American place-kicker last season, Doerfler was alone with his thoughts after his potential game-winning 25-yard field goal in overtime was blocked.
Priest: Slain dad had taught boy, 8, suspected in murders to use guns
By Felicia Fonseca - Associated Press Writer
November 9, 2008 in print edition on A3
A man who police believe was shot and killed by his 8-year-old son had consulted a Roman Catholic priest about whether the boy should handle guns and had taught him how to use a rifle, the clergyman said Saturday.
Horoscopes
November 9, 2008 in print edition on D5
Funnel your innate creativity into all aspects of your life. Revitalize your life in this manner. You could be surprised by the alternatives and possibilities that you come up with. If you are single, you’ll meet someone quite special in your day-to-day travels.
Commentary: Different gloves, and times, for Smith, Carlos
By Tim Dahlberg - Associated Press Sports Columnist
November 9, 2008 in print edition on C9
The men who famously raised their black gloves for racial equality might have been offended. Instead, Tommie Smith and John Carlos were pleased.
Chargers cautious despite Chiefs’ record
Tomlinson can’t forget Kansas City’s victory in San Diego last season
By Bernie Wilson - Associated Press Sports Writer
November 9, 2008 in print edition on C9
On paper, a home game against the lowly Kansas City Chiefs appears to be just what the slumping San Diego Chargers need.
Waldorf school increases numbers
By Erin Castaneda
November 9, 2008 in print edition on B4
The roots to Prairie Moon Waldorf School sprouted in 2001 and continue to grow today. Like most of the 142 Waldorf Schools in the United States, Prairie Moon began as a small cooperative effort among parents passionate about the unique curriculum.
Hansbrough sits out
November 9, 2008 in print edition on C2
Tyler Hansbrough emerged from the tunnel to loud cheers from the Smith Center crowd. Yet as his North Carolina teammates warmed up for their exhibition game Saturday, the reigning national player of the year plopped down on the bench to stay.
Old Home Town - 25 years ago
November 9, 2008 in print edition on B7
Lawrence’s plans for downtown development took an unusual turn when the City Commission rejected the developer it had worked with for 14 months and picked the local Town Center Venture Corp. as the developer of record. Pushed aside was Sizeler Realty of New Orleans.
Kansas football notebook
By Dugan Arnett
November 9, 2008 in print edition on C7
While Kansas University quarterback Todd Reesing took quite a pounding Saturday in Lincoln, limping through the final minutes of the Jayhawks’ loss, he can take solace in at least one thing: He’s now the Jayhawks’ all-time top passer.
UN accuses rebels, militia of war crimes
By Anita Powell - Associated Press Writer
November 9, 2008 in print edition on E10
Rebels and militiamen who fought each other in an east Congo town this week committed war crimes by executing civilians, Congo’s top U.N. envoy said Saturday. An independent human rights group said it believes dozens of people were killed.
Best-sellers
The New York Times
November 9, 2008 in print edition on D3
A listing of this week’s best-selling literature.
Bankruptcies
November 9, 2008 in print edition on E1
Douglas County residents or businesses filing for bankruptcy protection during the week ended Thursday in U.S. Bankruptcy Court in the District of Kansas, according to court records:
John Leguizamo back on Broadway
November 9, 2008 in print edition on D5
Five years after appearing with his one-man show “Sexaholix,” John Leguizamo is back on Broadway - this time in the role he watched Al Pacino perform in the ‘80s.
Commentary: Young athletes hear right message
By Rick Morrissey - Chicago Tribune
November 9, 2008 in print edition on C2
During the past few days, black athletes and coaches have lined up to say that Barack Obama’s victory in the presidential election proves to young African-Americans that anything is possible. They should have taken it a step further.
KU women expect stiffer competition
By Chuck Woodling
November 9, 2008 in print edition on C3
Little doubt Kansas University’s women will face a different species of table fare in their second exhibition basketball game.
Adviser attends national conference
J-W Staff Reports
November 9, 2008 in print edition on E1
Peggy Johnson, senior financial adviser at Ameriprise Financial, 3200 Mesa Way, Studio B, Lawrence, recently qualified for and participated in the Ameriprise Financial 2008 National Conference in Chicago.
Game balls & Gassers
By Dugan Arnett
November 9, 2008 in print edition on C6
Dezmon Briscoe had six catches for 176 yards and a touchdown, and many of the yards came after the catch.
Healthy aging
November 9, 2008 in print edition on B6
To the editor: I have now become a very old man who thinks he still has the ability to think. One of the things I often think about is how many of we oldsters now are in the population and the negative effect it is having.
KU swim team wins dual against Evansville
J-W Staff Reports
November 9, 2008 in print edition on C3
The No. 23 Kansas swimming and diving team finished the weekend 2-0, defeating Evansville, 132-95, in a dual meet Saturday afternoon at Robinson Natatorium. KU (4-2) topped Drury on Friday night.
Reckless drivers
November 9, 2008 in print edition on B6
To the editor: This letter will arrive too late to influence voters’ decisions, but after a harrowing day of driving in Lawrence, I’d like to offer a different perspective on the use of public transportation: safety.
Poetic pleasures: Ashbery retains relevance through irreverence
By Hillel Italie - AP National Writer
November 9, 2008 in print edition on D3
White-haired and round-faced, with a kind smile and a wry, modest air, the award-winning poet stands before hundreds on a cloudy fall night. John Ashbery first appeared at Manhattan’s 92nd Street Y as an emerging writer more than 50 years ago.
Old Home Town - 100 years ago
November 9, 2008 in print edition on B7
From the Lawrence Daily World for Nov. 9, 1908: “The most wholesale robbery that has been pulled off at the university in years has occurred. Thursday afternoon between half past four and five o’clock, $70 in money, $50 in checks and $30 worth of valuable engineering instruments belonging to the university are gone.
Johnson County Commission race still undecided
By Jack Weinstein - The Olathe News
November 9, 2008 in print edition on B8
An estimated 675 provisional ballots will determine who wins the sixth district seat on the Johnson County Commission. Only 52 votes separate incumbent John Toplikar and challenger Calvin Hayden for the district that includes west Olathe, Gardner and De Soto.
Bin Laden son under investigation at airport
November 9, 2008 in print edition on A3
The son of al-Qaida leader Osama Bin Laden was questioned at the Cairo airport by Egyptian officials on Saturday after his application for asylum in Spain was rejected, said an airport security official.
Obama brings promise to presidential challenges
By David Shribman
November 9, 2008 in print edition on B7
Having made history, Barack Obama now must make policy. Having achieved power, he now must use it. Having spoken the poetry of campaigning, he now must master the prose of governing. Having become a symbol, he now must demonstrate results. Having stoked hope, he now must redeem it.
Visual devices lead to photographs with impact
By Mike Yoder
November 9, 2008 in print edition on D2
For my next several “Behind the Lens” columns, I will explore visual devices that should be a part of most photographers’ “tool kit.” Used individually or in combination, these devices can add impact and interest to photographs
Caring for others
By Karrey Britt
November 9, 2008 in print edition on B1
There are more than 50 million caregivers in the United States and an estimated 256,000 in Kansas. According to the National Family Caregivers Association, Kansans spend 275 million hours a year caring for relatives, neighbors and friends. The value of that care exceeds $2.4 billion.
Comic sense: Controversial, genre-bending cartoons join J-W lineup
By Jon Niccum
November 9, 2008 in print edition on D1
For a guy who writes comics, Scott Stantis sure receives a pile of death threats. “I was at a public event once where a guy was running up to punch me in the face. I had the quintessential ‘huh’ moment,” Stantis recalls.”Most of them when you meet them face to face are far less confrontational than over e-mail. People are just jerks on e-mail. I have two sons, and I’ve gotten e-mail that said, ‘I hope both your kids are drafted and killed in Iraq.’”
Congo rebel leader vows to keep fighting
By Michelle Faul - Associated Press Writer
November 9, 2008 in print edition on E10
High in the mist-shrouded Mushaki mountains, amid a drenching tropical storm, the rebel leader swept into the crumbling brick farmhouse, his sinewy frame swathed in a red-and-black shawl - dutifully followed by a pet lamb called Betty.
Huskers: Win ‘awesome’
By Tom Keegan
November 9, 2008 in print edition on C6
Nebraska quarterback Joe Ganz bruised his heel on one play and twisted his knee on the other, but his coach, Bo Pelini, said he didn’t even consider removing him from the game. “If I wanted to fight him on the sidelines,” Pelini said. “He would have fought me before he would have let me take him out.” Pause.
Kansas sweeps Texas Tech
By Jesse Temple
November 9, 2008 in print edition on C3
Sweeps week in November isn’t reserved for the television set anymore. Saturday night at the Horejsi Center, Kansas University’s volleyball team continued flaunting its own series of sweeps-week episodes.
Edwards rolls to Nationwide victory
Driver keeps hope alive for series championship
November 9, 2008 in print edition on C2
Carl Edwards improved his bid to win a championship this season, rolling to a dominating victory Saturday at Phoenix International Raceway to stay in mathematical contention for the Nationwide Series title.
Time running out for security agreement
November 9, 2008 in print edition on A2
A top Iraqi official warned Saturday that time is running out to sign a new security agreement with Washington, saying the country still needed U.S. troops despite improved security.
Old Home Town - 40 years ago
November 9, 2008 in print edition on B7
The Kansas football team (now 7-1) suffered its first loss, to Oklahoma, 27-23, in a battle royal staged here before 50,658 spectators.
Pop culture moments defined the campaign
By Jocelyn Noveck - AP National Writer
November 9, 2008 in print edition on D8
Given the historic election we’ve all just experienced, it’s hard to remember back to last week, let alone June 2007, when Barack Obama was a true underdog, polling way behind front-runner Hillary Rodham Clinton.
City has economic development options
By Chad Lawhorn
November 9, 2008 in print edition on A9
The fate of the former Farmland Industries plant isn’t the only economic development issue beginning to heat up at City Hall. The long-lingering debate of how to appropriately use tax abatements and other incentives will soon get more talk.
Voters may welcome ‘Obama babies’ in 9 months
By James Janega - Chicago Tribune
November 9, 2008 in print edition on A2
The term “Obama Baby” has joined the English language amid speculation that Tuesday’s crowds of emotionally charged voters probably went home and just cold got it on.
Tips for managing, consolidating debt
J-W Staff Reports
November 9, 2008 in print edition on E1
Mounting debt can put ever-increasing pressure on a household’s finances, and lead to possible long-term credit problems.
Ironies abound in Obama victory
By George Will
November 9, 2008 in print edition on B6
The Capitol Steps, an ensemble that entertains Washington with political satire that often is indistinguishable from the news, begins its current show with a public address announcement advising the audience to note where the auditorium’s exits are.
Wizards eliminated
November 9, 2008 in print edition on C2
Brad Evans and Robbie Rogers scored to give the Columbus Crew a 2-0 victory against the Kansas City Wizards on Saturday night and a place in the MLS Cup semifinals.
QB position has new look
By Mike Cranston - Associated Press Sports Writer
November 9, 2008 in print edition on C9
As a guy who started just two games over his first five NFL seasons before making it big, Jake Delhomme wasn’t going to let the little matter of his elbow disintegrating end his career. He’d come too far.
Free State gymnasts finish third at state
J-W Staff Reports
November 9, 2008 in print edition on C3
The Free State High gymnastics team tied a school record for points and matched its previous best performance at state by taking third place Saturday at Olathe East.
Owner of collapsed Haiti school arrested
By Jonathan M. Katz - Associated Press Writer
November 9, 2008 in print edition on A1
Police arrested the owner of a Haitian school that collapsed on top of students and teachers during school hours, killing at least 88 people and launching a frantic search for survivors amid tons of concrete rubble.
Obama opens door to new black identity
By Jesse Washington - Associated Press Writer
November 9, 2008 in print edition on A7
Shortly after leaving the voting booth, 70-year-old community activist Donald E. Robinson had a thought: “Why do I have to be listed as African-American? Why can’t I just be American?”
Report: Terrorists avoid financial ties
November 9, 2008 in print edition on A2
The international system for tracking and cutting off terrorist financing has achieved major successes but is fraying seven years after the Sept. 11 attacks, two former Treasury Department officials report. Some U.S. allies in the fight against terrorism pose the weakest links.
Area Football Roundup: Baldwin’s season ends
J-W Staff Reports
November 9, 2008 in print edition on C3
A second half rally by Baldwin High fell short Saturday night as the Bulldogs’ football season ended.
Fire department checks out bar scene
Night consultants help keep partying patrons safe
By Christine Metz
November 9, 2008 in print edition on A1
It’s a crisp fall Saturday night, a few hours after the Kansas University football team won its matchup against the Colorado Buffaloes. Downtown is transforming from a celebratory dinner crowd to a group that’s ready to party. As Lawrence firefighter Paul Schneider makes his rounds - first cruising down Massachusetts Street, then out to Sixth Street to swing by Cadillac Ranch, next across Iowa Street to check on Club Axis and finally down to the student-saturated bars at Ohio and 14th streets - he makes a few predictions.
No. 1 Alabama survives Saban’s return to LSU
Associated Press
November 9, 2008 in print edition on C4
Nick Saban lingered at LSU’s end of the field, seeking out the players he once recruited to the Tigers. He wanted to give each of them a hug, pass along a few words about how much they still meant to him. Then it was time to head the other way. Saban’s wearing crimson now.
Review: American Indian photographer’s life examined in ‘Lightning’
By Jennifer Kay - Associated Press Writer
November 9, 2008 in print edition on D3
In the glowing, sepia-toned image printed in 1903, Chief Joseph of the Nez Perce poses as a warrior in defeat, decades after he surrendered to the U.S. government.
Slipping away :
Jayhawks suffer costly setback
By Dugan Arnett
November 9, 2008 in print edition on C1
Entering Saturday’s game against Nebraska, Kansas University’s football team understood that a victory was a necessity in order for the Jayhawks to keep pace in the race for the Big 12 North title. And following Saturday’s 45-35 loss to the Huskers, during a blustery day at Nebraska’s Memorial Stadium, the Jayhawks understood the consequences of their defeat. “Coaches told us this is a game (where) we’re playing for championships,” said KU sophomore receiver Dezmon Briscoe, who caught six passes for 176 yards and a touchdown in a losing effort. “And we fell short of it.”
Family opposes end to care for brain-dead boy
November 9, 2008 in print edition on A2
A Washington hospital has asked a judge for permission to stop treating a brain-dead 12-year-old cancer patient, even though his ultra-religious New York parents want to keep him on life support.
On the record
November 9, 2008 in print edition on B2
Lawrence-Douglas County Fire & Medical reported the following calls Saturday:
Eww, gross! Will all germs make you sick?
By Julie Deardorff - Chicago Tribune
November 9, 2008 in print edition on D7
Bath time often goes like this: After the tub is full, my 2-year-old pees in the water. Then he tries to drink the dirty, soapy soup he’s bathing in.
Not so taboo: Economic crisis makes people less reluctant to discuss money
‘People don’t feel like it’s just them any longer’
By Megan K. Scott - Associated Press Writer
November 9, 2008 in print edition on E1
Money used to be like religion or sex: It wasn’t talked about in polite company. But the economic crisis has some people coming out of the closet about their financial troubles, commiserating about declining 401(k) balances, mounting credit card debt and a stalled housing market.
Tears for Peace
By Andrea Sunny
November 9, 2008 in print edition on D3
Poet’s Showcase: Tears for Peace by Andrea Sunny.
Former financier wins New Zealand vote
By Rohan Sullivan - Associated Press Writer
November 9, 2008 in print edition on A11
New Zealanders chose a wealthy, conservative former financier Saturday to help navigate the country through the global financial meltdown, handing long-serving left-wing Prime Minister Helen Clark a crushing election defeat.
US, Russian diplomats seek to ease tensions
November 9, 2008 in print edition on A8
Secretary of State Condoleezza Rice met with her Russian counterpart on Saturday as they sought to ease escalating tensions in the waning weeks of the Bush administration.
Department to explain sanitary code
J-W Staff Reports
November 9, 2008 in print edition on B2
The Lawrence Douglas-County Health Department will host two informational meetings for county Realtors and septic system installers to discuss revisions to the Douglas County Sanitary Code.
90-year-old living with 3 siblings’ bodies
November 9, 2008 in print edition on A3
A 90-year-old woman apparently has been living in a house with the bodies of her three siblings, one of whom may have been dead since the early 1980s, police in suburban Chicago said.
ESL school excels in variety
By Alex Parker
November 9, 2008 in print edition on B1
When Shabina Kavimandan first entered Hillcrest School six years ago, she was immediately drawn to something near and dear to her heart: The Indian flag. “The first thing I saw was the flag of my country, and a huge map of all the kids from around the world,” said Kavimandan, an English-as-a-Second-Language coach at Hillcrest, 1045 Hilltop Drive. “At that moment, my heart was sold to this country.”
Keegan: Huskers won this one on lines
By Tom Keegan
November 9, 2008 in print edition on C1
Slammed to the ground for the second consecutive play, Kansas University quarterback Todd Reesing was pulled up by a teammate and slowly made his way off the field for the final time Saturday. He tried to run to the sideline, but his body wouldn’t cooperate, so he hobbled, a beaten man, roughed up from start to finish, still clever enough to make a game of it, but in the end, beaten by a better team.
Review: ‘Street Scene’ dazzles with cast, lush opera music
By Megan Helm - Special to the Journal-World
November 9, 2008 in print edition on B2
The house of the Crafton-Preyer Theatre was empty and dark. The curtain never rose. In a unique theater twist, the stage alone became a new kind of performing space called Stage Too.
Dugan Arnett’s quick hits
By Dugan Arnett
November 9, 2008 in print edition on C7
On first-and-10 from the Nebraska 28-yard line, Kansas quarterback Todd Reesing looked to be under fire as he scrambled in the backfield. But the 5-foot-11, 200-pound junior bounced off a defender, took a few steps backward, and fired a touchdown pass to a wide open Kerry Meier down the right sideline.
Little Red Schoolhouse marks 60 years
By Sophia Maines
November 9, 2008 in print edition on B1
As a child, Melanie Krumsick played in the yard surrounding Lawrence Community Nursery School. She ran around the ash tree that still stands in the schoolyard, and she climbed the steps to the tall red building on Alabama Street in Old West Lawrence.
Clerk praised
November 9, 2008 in print edition on B6
To the editor: As a supervising judge for this and several past elections, I wish to give a special thanks to Jamie Shew, county clerk, and his staff for all of the work that went into making this election run as smoothly as it did.
How the Fed’s lower interest rate affects consumers
By Vicki Lee Parker - McClatchy-Tribune News Service
November 9, 2008 in print edition on E1
Last month, the Federal Reserve cut interest rates for the sixth time this year in its efforts to restrain the credit crisis. The move that reduced the rate to 1 percent was a shot in the arm for Wall Street, which was up 10.1 percent that week. But what have all these cuts meant for the average consumer?
NBA Roundup
Associated Press
November 9, 2008 in print edition on C10
Danny Granger scored 23 points to lead Indiana past New Jersey. Granger shot just 6-for-17 from the field, but made 10 of 12 free throws for the Pacers.
Like Lincoln and FDR, Obama faces crises taking office
By Deb Riechmann - Associated Press Writer
November 9, 2008 in print edition on A6
All presidents are tested. Few walk into the Oval Office when the nation is in the throes of multiple crises. Like Franklin Delano Roosevelt, President-elect Obama is facing a banking emergency.
Transition cooperation follows campaign rancor
By Robert Barnes, Dan Eggen and Anne E. Kornblut - The Washington Post
November 9, 2008 in print edition on A7
Faced with one of the most important transfers of presidential power in American history - amid wars on two fronts, the looming threat of terrorism at home, and a full-blown economic crisis - the outgoing Bush administration and the incoming Obama team have responded with nearly unprecedented cooperation on those issues, aides and outside experts say.
Obama’s election a proud moment for US
By Leonard Pitts Jr.
November 9, 2008 in print edition on B7
I always thought I understood what Michelle Obama was trying to say. You are familiar, of course, with what she actually did say, which is quoted above. It provided weeks of red meat for her husband’s opponents, who took to making ostentatious proclamations of their own unwavering pride in country.
Obama’s soaring rhetoric now collides with cold reality
By Jim Tankersley - Chicago Tribune
November 9, 2008 in print edition on A2
Forget “hope” and “change” and “yes, we can.” The word that will matter most, when Barack Obama assumes the Oval Office, is “doable.”
Booking holiday flights
November 9, 2008 in print edition on D1
Still haven’t made travel plans for the holidays? The online travel Web site Kayak.com, which aggregates airline ticket prices, has some advice:
Family embarks on caregiving journey
By Karrey Britt
November 9, 2008 in print edition on B1
Four years ago, Sally Burger would spend a few hours after a full day’s work visiting her mother, Eleanor Burden, in a nursing home. Then, she would go home, eat, say a few words to her husband, Doug, and go to bed. The next day, she would do it all over again. On weekends and holidays, she brought Mom home. Sally said it was heartbreaking to watch her mom’s health deteriorate while in the nursing home.
Money found in walls turns into nightmare
November 9, 2008 in print edition on A3
A contractor who found $182,000 in Depression-era currency hidden in a bathroom wall has ended up with only a few thousand dollars, but he feels some vindication.
Figurines an insight into children’s lives before photos
By Terry Kovel
November 9, 2008 in print edition on D8
Mothers in the past, like those today, were eager to see their children walk, and many different toys were created to help.
Real work
The Democrats have scored impressive victories and now must prove themselves worthy of the confidence voters have placed in them.
J-W Editorials
November 9, 2008 in print edition on B6
The Wednesday news photo included jubilant Democratic House Speaker Nancy Pelosi, Senate Majority Leader Harry Reid and House Majority Leader Steny Hoyer as they raised their hands in victory after Tuesday’s elections. They were standing behind a podium fronted by a sign that read “Change for America.”
Feds probe Westar’s power line use
J-W Staff Reports
November 9, 2008 in print edition on B2
Federal regulators are looking into whether Westar Energy manipulated use of transmission lines, a practice that would drive up the cost of electricity to consumers.
Kansas secondary takes a step back
Nebraska QB Ganz throws for 324 yards against beleaguered backfield
By Jesse Newell
November 9, 2008 in print edition on C7
Just a week after it seemed to have things figured out, Kansas University’s football secondary looked young and confused once again in Saturday’s 45-35 loss to Nebraska on Saturday at NU’s Memorial Stadium.
Sebelius names new judge for 2 counties
November 9, 2008 in print edition on B5
Gov. Kathleen Sebelius has named a Tonganoxie attorney to be the new district judge for Leavenworth and Atchison counties.
Sports hall of fame move proposed
Associated Press
November 9, 2008 in print edition on B8
Businessman Bill Koch is asking the city to lease the Wichita Boathouse back to him so he can offer it as a home for the Kansas Sports Hall of Fame.
New Yorkers trying to save historic Tin Pan Alley
By Verena Dobnik - Associated Press Writer
November 9, 2008 in print edition on D5
A group of New Yorkers is fighting to save Tin Pan Alley, the half-dozen row houses where iconic American songs were born.
Election puts spotlight on how far we’ve come
By Cathy Hamilton
November 9, 2008 in print edition on D1
There was a slumber party every other weekend in seventh grade. That’s what 12-year-old girls did in 1968, when we were too young to date, drive or go downtown to rock concerts.
Aldrich has interests outside of hoops
By Gary Bedore
November 9, 2008 in print edition on C1
Cole Aldrich always has stood out from his peers. “I found an ID (card) a year or two ago from when I was in second grade. I was 4-foot-9. I was 6-foot tall in fifth grade,” Aldrich, Kansas University’s 6-foot-11 sophomore basketball center, said. “I was taller than some of the teachers in elementary school.” His height definitely came in handy as a child growing up in Bloomington, Minn.
Guitar hero Les Paul ready for Rock Hall tribute
By Joe Milicia - Associated Press Writer
November 9, 2008 in print edition on D2
When Les Paul’s grandchildren are jamming on the video game “Guitar Hero,” it’s not lost on him that he made it all possible.
Bulls’ Hinrich might miss three months
Ex-Jayhawk needs surgery for torn ligament in thumb
By Andrew Seligman - Associated Press Sports Writer
November 9, 2008 in print edition on C10
Bulls guard Kirk Hinrich needs surgery to repair a torn ligament in his right thumb and will miss up to three months.
Navy: Sub accident kills more than 20
November 9, 2008 in print edition on A2
An accident aboard a nuclear-powered Russian navy submarine doing a test run in the Pacific Ocean on Saturday killed more than 20 people, the navy said.
Environmental activist, wildlife photographer to speak at KU
By Terry Rombeck
November 9, 2008 in print edition on D1
A Canadian photographer known for his photos of wild wolves and grizzly bears will speak this week at Kansas University.
Analysis: Automakers struggle to survive past mistakes
By Tom Krisher - Associated Press Writer
November 9, 2008 in print edition on A5
At Ford Motor Co. they called it “Blue,” a team set up around the year 2000 to design an array of small, fuel-efficient cars to compete with the Japanese.
In food crisis, Mexican valley offers valuable lessons
By Julie Watson - Associated Press Writer
November 9, 2008 in print edition on E10
On the walls of some farmhouses here, a photo of a one-time Iowa farm boy hangs along with a portrait of the pope.
City ready to revisit Farmland discourse
Some commissioners confident about taking on site, burden
By Chad Lawhorn
November 9, 2008 in print edition on A1
City leaders are beginning to become more comfortable with the idea of purchasing the environmentally troubled Farmland Industries site, even though state leaders can’t guarantee how high cleanup costs may run.City Manager David Corliss said last week that he would be asking city commissioners in the near future to submit a new bid for the 467-acre property that sits along Kansas Highway 10 east of Lawrence.
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