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WINNER OF THE KANSAS GAS SERVICE 2006 KANSAS PROFESSIONAL 2006 KANSAS PROFESSIONAL WINNER OF THE KANSAS PRESS EXCELLENCE IN EDITORIAL WRITING COMMUNICATORS PHOTO ESSAY AWARD COMMUNICATORS EDITORIAL AWARD ASSOCIATION ADVERTISING AWARD County Has One Hill Makes Primary Election The candidattes have filed and Ogden Mayor Rily County Election officials will Graham Roger D. 612 Elm St Gift To only have one primary election in Ogden February. The USD 378 Position 7 Ogden Council Member At-large race has three candidates Bond Jimmy 213 6th St Ogden KSU and they will have a primary to cut Greinke Stephen 318 12th St Joleen Hill, Manhattan, has made a the field to two. This takes in Riley, Ogden gift of $28,000 to the Kansas State Leonardville, Keats and Wildcat Kizzee John L 204 13th St Ogden University Foundation to establish the township areas. Royer Samuel R 123 16th St Joleen and Don Hill Professional The City of Manhattan ended with Ogden Development in Education Scholarship six candidates for three positions and Shepard Barbara 502 15th St and to supplement the John Thurow USD 383 had seven candidates for Ogden Hill Memorial Scholarship. four positions. Meaning they will not Randolph Mayor The purpose of this endowment is to have a primary to cut the field. None provide financial assistance to profes- Randolph Council Member sional educators in USD 383, 2007 City School Election None Manhattan-Ogden School District, Manhattan Commissioner Riley Mayor who are enrolled in courses in the Morris-Hardeman Jayme 1822 Jackson Pete 308 N. Main St Riley College of Education at Kansas State Laramie St Manhattan Riley Council Member University. The recipients must have Reece Bill 2013 Deerfield Sq Powell Martha E. 515 W. Rock been employed by the school district Manhattan Island Ave Riley for a minimum of three years. Savage Jr. George E. 1917 Judson Wilson Jr Donald L 111 N. High Joleen and her late husband, Don Hill, served a total of 20 years on the St Manhattan Riley USD 383 Manhattan-Ogden School Sherow Jim 529 Pierre St USD 378 Board. As a champion of professional Manhattan Position 1 development, Joleen Hill was a leader Snead Bruce 810 Pierre St Wilson Jennifer 111 N. High Riley in establishing partnerships between Manhattan Position 2 the College of Education, Kansas State Strawn Bob 1551 Williamsburg Ct Henton Tom E 17491 Walsburg Rd University and USD 383, Manhattan- Manhattan Clay Center Ogden School District. USD 383 Hofmann Galen 15960 Walsburg Joleen (Irvine) Hill is a native of Board Member Rd Leonardville Stafford, Kan. She graduated from Colburn David 1906 Bluestem Ter Position 3 in 1962 with a Manhattan Winter Daniel M 9275 Blue River bachelor’s degree in humanities. While Dolezal Adam C. 2505 Hills Rd Manhattan in college, she was a member of K- Candlewood Dr Manhattan Position 7 State Singers, Chimes, student govern- Herrman Curt 3405 Woodduck At- Large Glenn Randall L 5225 ment, Mortar Board and Kappa Kappa Way Manhattan Marlatt Ave Manhattan Gamma sorority. Don Hill was born Hummel Karen 2107 Londondery Bassett Anita Duren 512 E Barton and raised in Manhattan. He graduated Dr Manhattan Leonardville from K-State in 1956 with a bachelor’s Knopp Nancy M. 104 Oakwood Jones Linda 7100 Anderson Ave degree and in 1960 with a master’s Cir Manhattan Manhattan degree, both in social sciences. While Marden Amber L 48 Waterway Pl USD 384 at K-State, he was active in debate and Manhattan Position 1 the Sigma Chi fraternity. Following graduation, he was a Fulbright Scholar Marshall Susan A. 1948 Strong None to New Zealand. Don received a juris Ave Manhattan Position 2 doctorate from Washburn University, Leonardville Mayor None Topeka, Kan., where he was editor-in- Renner Gene A 511 E. Allen Position 3 chief of The Law Journal. He practiced Leonardville Webster Marla J. 6920 Hwy 16 law until his death in 1985. Leonardville Council Member Olsburg The John Thurow Hill Memorial Olson Evadne 104 S. Nevada St Position 7 At-Large Scholarship is for students majoring in Winter Storm Hits Kansas Leonardville Jones Ivan K. 21860 4 mile Rd sociology with plans to go on to grad- Olson Jim 104 S. Nevada St Frankfort uate work in related fields. It was Leonardville established in 1975 in memory of John Thurow Hill, who was Don Hill’s Storm Rolls Across Kansas brother. He died in 1965. (AP) _ A winter storm rolled authorities said. The couple’s 6-year- follow. Joleen Hill is a member of Presidents Club, a KSU Foundation across the central U.S., causing old daughter, was critically injured, Further south, a storm spared Sunshine In The leadership organization for friends and numerous accidents that killed at authorities said. much of Oklahoma, though snow alumni of least eight people in three states. In Oklahoma, a 5-year-old boy fell in western and north-central K-State. She is also a member of the Heavy snow hit western and cen- died after being thrown from a sport regions. The Oklahoma Columbian Forecast KSU Foundation Board of Trustees. tral Kansas, limiting visibility and utility vehicle that rolled over after it Corporation Commission reported “All three of my children are gradu- creating hazardous driving condi- left a snow-covered highway. Four Saturday night that about 36,000 If the overcast winter weather is and the “Topeka Capital-Journal” ates of Manhattan High as was my late tions on Saturday. people also died in crashes on customers in the state remained beginning to get to you then buy a reviewed his performance as “an husband,” Joleen Hill said. “I am A couple and their 20-month-old Nebraska highways. without power a week after a crip- ticket now for “The Sunshine Boys.” absolute hoot,” will be appearing as proud of our school district and its edu- daughter died when their car drove Up to 6 inches (15 centimeters) of pling ice storm. With the help of executive producer, Al Lewis. cators. The partnership with K-State off a highway in western Kansas snow were forecast for some sections Wamego Telecommunications “The Sunshine Boys” will begin has resulted in increased opportunities and collided with two others cars, of Kansas by Sunday, with more to Company, Neil Simon’s award its run at The Columbian Theatre in for professional development that has winning hit “The Sunshine Boys” Wamego on Feb. 9 and continue led to greater student achievement.” will be showing in February at The through Feb. 25. Show times are “For decades, Joleen and Don devot- Columbian Theatre. “The Sunshine scheduled for 7:30 p.m. ed much of their energy and talent pro- Boys” debuted on Broadway in 1972 Thursdays, Fridays and Saturdays moting the best possible educational MCC Hosts Women’s Retreat winning the Tony award for Best and at 2:00 p.m. on Sundays. A din- environment for the children and youth ner, catered by Grizzly’s Grill of of our community,” said Michael and inspired. All conferees have the keynote speaker. Each main session Play and was revived to great suc- Manhattan Christian College will Manhattan, will be served at 6:00 Holen, dean of the College of chance to choose the topics that most includes a delicious meal, special cess in 1997. It was also made into a host There’s No Place Like Home, p.m. for the evening shows and at Education. “Joleen’s gift extends the interest them from 19 practical semi- music and contemporary worship. movie in 1975, starring George the 30th annual Woman’s World con- 12:30 p.m. for the Sunday shows. mutual benefits of collaboration nars and Bible studies that are The worship team and band will be Burns and Walter Matthau, which ference, in the Kansas State Student Tickets for the play are $9 for chil- between Manhattan-Ogden USD 383 offered. Each session will encourage from University Christian Church in received multiple award nominations Union February 23-24. The week- dren and $18 for adults. Tickets for and the College of Education at K- a closer personal relationship with Manhattan and directed by John and George Burns won the Academy end will focus on heaven as well as dinner and a show are $19.75 for State — a relationship she was instru- Christ. Nunnally.All registration prices Award for Best Supporting Actor. encourage women of all ages and all children and $35.25 for adults. mental in nurturing.” Amberly Neese, author, adjunct include two buffet meals and an “The Sunshine Boys” is a show- professions in their spiritual walk. Please call The Columbian The KSU Foundation’s Changing professor, and energetic mother of array of special gifts. The price for case of drama and comedy that come In this 2-day event, the ballroom Theatre ticket office at 800-899- Lives Campaign for Kansas State two who also serves at Christ’s the entire weekend is $60 if post- from a long-standing, but broken will be transformed into a heavenly 1893. University is a comprehensive $500 Church of the Valley in Bakersfield, marked by January 31, 2007. After relationship between two vaudeville million campaign that will infuse new place “Kansas-style” and the 550 California ministering to women, this early bird deadline, the price will performers. Willy Clark and Al funds into virtually every dimension of women from Kansas and many of the youth, and families will be the be $65. Call 785-539-3571. Lewis had a good thing going, but the university. surrounding states will be pampered slowly their relationship began to fall apart and ultimately led to the two BBQ For Troops comedic greats separating when A group of citizens who have a Houlihan’s Opens In Manhattan Lewis retired against Clark’s wishes. unique way to honor out Troops and Eleven years later Clark’s nephew, their families will do so on January was awarded Ireland’s Restaurant of the a talent agent, offers them an oppor- 27th at the Ogden Community Houlihan’s, one of America’s most Guinness Stout and a wine list that seeks industry that developed and owns sever- Center in Ogden Kansas from Year on two occasions for restaurants he to “entertain rather than intimidate,” plus tunity to reunite for a television spe- eclectic restaurant concepts, will open its al restaurant concepts comprising of approximately 11am through 2pm. first location in the Manhattan area at owned. Luxe edition cocktails made with premi- approximately 90 locations from coast to cial that forces them to face the Purpose: “To honor those who protect 1641 Anderson Avenue, on Monday, The Manhattan Houlihan’s will offer um spirits. coast, including Bristol Seafood Grill issues plaguing their relationship. our freedoms, and their loved January 29, offering Manhattan diners an eclectic selection of classic dishes The new Houlihan’s in Manhattan and Bar/ J. Gilbert’s Wood-Fired Steaks Pitfalls in friendship, work and life ones, with the hospitality of the uniquely fresh scratch cooking in a stylish setting infused with bold and interesting flavors, features a contemporary new design, and Darryl’s Restaurant & Bar. come to a head as the audience American meal of BBQ.” with an energetic bar scene. such as fish tacos, Thai chile Buffalo offering a visible kitchen with display A group of citizens who have a unique watches with laughter and anticipa- Eric Miltz of Cowboy Up BBQ, is an “Manhattan is in for a real treat,” said wings, a calamari salad tossed with Napa cooking, new modern décor, stylish uni- way to honor out Troops and area citizen who has organized just Colin Noble, owner of the new cabbage, cashews and a house banana- forms, indie music soundtrack, unique their families will do so on January 27th tion. such a function for the Ft. Riley troops. Manhattan Houlihan’s location. ginger vinaigrette, as well as a series of menu format, patio-style dining and an at the Ogden Community Center Tim Akers, artistic director, has There are local and national BBQ teams “Houlihan’s offers an atmosphere that’s fresh-made mini desserts priced at $1.99 ageless bar experience. in Ogden Kansas from approximately reunited Rix Shanline and Ed Goff as coming to assist at this event. A seven conducive to everyday celebrating, Signature indulgences include tender About Houlihan’s 11am through 2pm. the two leads to bring “The Sunshine piece area Band, SOUND STATION, socializing and entertaining. It’s got style Barbecued Baby-Back Ribs, decadent Established in 1972, Houlihan’s is one Boys” to life at The Columbian will be entertaining Our Troops and their and personality. In other parts of the Caramel Nut Crunch Pie and Herb- of America’s most popular eateries, serv- In the last few years a movement has Theatre. families during this event. country, Houlihan’s is so much more Cheese Stuffed ‘Shrooms. Additional ing up the finest pastas, ribs, desserts and grown around the US of A in which Both gentlemen starred in The Local Kansas individuals, business’ than a restaurant. It’s truly an experience, entrees include Stuffed Chicken Breast more in a relaxed, friendly atmosphere. people come together and honor the Columbian Theatre’s 2005 presenta- and companies have donated supplies a way of life. We are really very excited or award-winning Lettuce Wraps and Currently, 86 Houlihan’s restaurants troops who are deploying and/or tion of “Camping with Henry and and funds as this is an event that depends to bring the unique Houlihan’s tradition Pan-seared Tilapia on Tuscan White operate throughout the country, 56 of returning with a truly American Tom.” Rix Shanline, according to totally on donations. If you would like to to Manhattan.” Beans, both light dishes with which are franchised. At least 60 new Celebration....the BBQ. The purpose of help with the costs, please make checks A 35-year hotel and restaurant indus- Mediterranean-inspired flavors. In the locations are expected to open in the next these celebrations is to honor The Troops the “Topeka Capital-Journal” is an payable to “977 Family Readiness try veteran, Noble converted his Ramada bar, the ‘mini’ theme continues with two years. who protect our freedoms as actor who can “superbly play a cur- Group.” Plaza and Gold Fork restaurant into a items such as mini martinis served in Houlihan’s is owned by Houlihan’s is so well stated on the web site promot- mudgeon,” will be appearing as Attn: 1 Sg Ellison Holiday Inn and Houlihan’s. Originally flights of three and ‘Mini Guinnies’ con- Restaurants, Inc. of Leawood, Kansas, a ing this operation...... Willy Clark. Ed Goff, who played Bldg 223 Custer from Belfast, Northern Ireland, Noble sisting of small-sized drinks made with pioneer in the full-service, casual dining the comedic Pellinore in “Camelot” Ft. Riley, KS 66442 NEWS MANHATTAN FREE PRESS - WEDNESDAY, JANUARY 24, 2007 2 A Kansas State University Kicks Off Season For Nonviolence Camping out on the tallgrass get a local observance under way. than 64 tactics, tools and strategies build a safe, equitable community Poyntz Ave., Wednesday, Feb. 7, and * Saturday, March 17, Community prairie, walking in a St. Patrick’s “We are now in our seventh year for practicing nonviolence, but the and better balanced relationships at Tuesday, Feb. 13, and again at 7 p.m. Nonviolence Walk, St. Patrick’s Day Day parade and provocative films and have many nonviolence-related poster is a helpful tool for making all levels: within ourselves, in our Tuesday, March 6, in the dining parade, . Call 532-6444 about social issues like fair trade are events planned for this year’s sea- nonviolence concepts more con- personal relationships, locally and room at the K-State Student Union. for more information. among the ways the Season for son,” said Susan Allen, director of K- crete,” Allen said. globally,” she said. * Tuesday, Feb. 13 — “Virus of * Thursday, March 29 — Medea Nonviolence will be observed at State’s Women’s Center and one of This year, K-State faculty mem- All activities in the Season for Violence,” 7 p.m., Big 12 Room, Benjamin will discuss global Kansas State University. the founders of the local Campaign bers Cia Verschelden, director of the Nonviolence are free and open to the Union. The film looks at violence in exchange, 8 p.m., Union Station, The Season for Nonviolence is an for Nonviolence. assessment office, and Torry public. Events include: the media and the impact it is having Union. international observance of the 64 The season is known most widely Dickinson, associate professor of * Thursday, Jan. 25 — on society. * Saturday, March 31 — Second days between Jan. 30 and April 4, by the “64 Ways to Practice women’s studies, are teaching intro- Introductory SafeZone training, * Tuesday, Feb. 20 —”Romper El annual Campaign for Nonviolence marking the time between the Nonviolence,” with ideas ranging ductory and applied nonviolence 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m., location to be Cerco” or “Breaking the Seige”, 7 on the tallgrass prairie. Call 532- anniversaries of the assassinations of from simplifying your life or com- studies courses on campus. The announced. Registration is at 11 a.m. p.m., Room 213, Union. The video is 6444 for more information. peacemakers Mahatma Gandhi and mitting to social action, to simply let- Campaign for Nonviolence at K- Campus “safe zones” are where indi- about the siege imposed by the Events taking place after the Martin Luther King Jr. The season ting someone know that he or she is State also has begun a concerted viduals affected by homophobia, Mexican State Police Forces over the Season for Nonviolence ends April 4 was created in 1998 to introduce not alone. The 64 ways are listed on effort to bring more nonviolence hateful acts and sexual violence can people in the community of San include: people to the practice of active non- posters that are available through the projects into the community and safely go for support and assistance. Salvador Atenco. * Tuesday, April 10 — Dr. Zita violence. In 2000, K-State’s K-State Women’s Center by calling state, including assisting Manhattan Another training session will be * Thursday, Feb. 27 —”The Suprenan discuss intimate partner Campaign for Nonviolence invited a 785-532-6444 or online at High School in starting a SafeZone 5:15-6:30 p.m. Friday, Feb. 9. Ground Truth,” 7 p.m., Room 213, violence, 1 p.m., Forum Hall, Union. founder of the first Season for http://www.k-state.edu/nonviolence/ program. Register online at http://www.k- Union. A film about U.S. men and Suprenan is a physician and assistant Nonviolence to the university to help “Naturally there are many more “Conflict is inevitable; how we state.edu/womenscenter/SafeZone.ht women who have served the military clinical professor of preventative deal with it is a choice,” said Allen, m in Iraq and returned home to face medicine and public health at the who also is working to establish a * Thursday, Feb. 1 — new battles. Medical Center Arkansas River Access Points nonviolence studies program at K- “Community Bridge,” 5-6 p.m. on * Monday, March 5 — Chanting and a national leader in domestic State. “An underlying aim of nonvio- KSDB-FM 91.9. The radio show is with yoga teacher Ana Franklin, 5:30 violence awareness. WICHITA, Kan. (AP) _ For those areas and camping facilities. lence is to encourage human beings devoted to the history and meaning p.m., 301 House. * Thursday, April 19 — Empty who can get to it, the Arkansas River ``A lot of people might think it’s to change our individual and collec- of nonviolence. * Thursday March 8 — Third Bowls, 5-8 p.m., Texas Star, 608 N. offers some of the finest fishing, just a canoeist thing, but the river has tive minds about how we deal with * Tuesday, Feb. 6 —”Iraq for Sale: annual Nonviolence Benefit Show, 12th St. Participants create ceramic bird-watching, floating and picnick- a lot more to offer,’’ said Ben Huie of the inevitable conflict in our lives. The War Profiteers,” 7 p.m., Big 12 10 p.m., Auntie Mae’s Parlor, 614 N. bowls in which to serve a simple ing anywhere in the state. the Arkansas River Coalition, a con- “One way to do this is to take into Room, K-State Student Union. The 12th St. Barefoot Rebellion will per- meal. In exchange for the meal and Now, a coalition of conservation servation group that routinely leads account a more realistic range of film takes a look inside the lives of form in the fundraiser to support the bowl, guests give a suggested groups and local governments are floats down the river. response options than ‘fight or victims of profiteering in the recon- nonviolence in Manhattan. minimum donation of $10 for local working with a state agency to create ``We also want to provide places flight.’ The global nonviolence struction of Iraq. * Monday, March 12 — hunger-fighting organizations. more access points along 120 miles where people can just walk down, axiom, ‘If you want peace, work for * Tuesday, Feb. 6 — “An Meditation with yoga teacher Ana * Saturday, May 12 — Date with of the river in south-central Kansas. put out a lawn chair and enjoy justice,’ translates locally to ‘If we Inconvenient Truth,” 7 p.m., Little Franklin, 5:30 p.m., 301 Ahearn Hate, 7 a.m., . A ``We’re trying to open up the river watching nature along the river and a want safe and healthy communities, Theater, Union. The film examines Field House. counterprotest to picketers at K-State through this entire region,’’ said sunset. They don’t even have to get we have to work for fairness at all global climate change and its reper- * Tuesday, March 13 — “Black commencement ceremonies by Larry Hoetmer of the Wichita Park on the river to enjoy it.’’ levels.’ The goal of K–State’s cussions. Also shown at 6:30 p.m. at Gold,” Room 206, Union. A film standing with silent messages of and Recreation Department. ``It’s an Some people have concerns about Campaign for Nonviolence is to the Manhattan Public Library, 629 about fair trade. peace and acceptance asset we’ve always had that’s never the project. been utilized because people could- Steve Swaffer, Kansas Farm n’t get to it.’’ Bureau director of natural resources, Although the bed of the Arkansas said landowners bordering the is public property, most of the land Arkansas have worries about tres- along its banks is privately owned _ passers and vandalism. and landowners historically have ``You always have the minority of been reluctant to grant permission to folks who can’t obey the laws,’’ cut access points through their prop- Swaffer said. ``Personally, I think erty. it’ll be important that things be About two years ago, 10 interested patrolled and property lines well governments and conservation marked.’’ groups joined to form the Arkansas He has special concerns about the River Corridor Access Plan. latter since the definition of what’s The plan’s goal is to offer public public _ between high-water marks _ access about every five miles from along navigable streams is vague. the Reno-Rice county line northwest Most involved think such prob- of Hutchinson to near Oxford on the lems can be overcome and that the Sumner-Cowley county line. project will benefit more than just Some access points would be on those who use the river. land already owned by a city or Work already is under way in county. Others would be purchased Oxford on refurbishing an access or leased from landowners. area in a city park. It’s the only Plans call for two kinds of access access point in a 20-mile stretch of points. Some will have a small park- the river and draws people from ing lot and boat ramp. Others may great distances, said Robert Spoon, have restrooms, playgrounds, picnic Oxford’s city superintendent. War Opinions May Be Changing FORT RILEY, Kan. (AP) _ They how much support for Bush’s strate- were for President Bush’s strategy in gy has eroded. Iraq before they were against it. ``It’s partly because the war has Throughout Congress _ even gone on so long, but even more among the members from Bush- because it doesn’t seem to be work- friendly Kansas, home of the Army’s ing,’’ Rohde said. Big Red One _ opinions about the Hagel and Sen. Olympia Snowe, war are changing. R-Maine, have abandoned Bush to No longer are Democrats the only side with the Democrats and their voices opposing an escalation in the nonbinding resolution opposing any size of the U.S. force in Iraq and call- troop increase. ing for a change in course. Now That contrasts with the praise for many Republicans are joining the U.S. efforts and the policies in place chorus, saying any increase is a fool- after troops entered Iraq in 2003. ish idea. Many in Congress are feeling pres- Fort Riley is at the epicenter of sured by voters, who spoke loud and Bush’s strategy for Iraq, training clear last year that they wanted a U.S. transition teams bound for Iraq change in Iraq policy and gave and Afghanistan to expedite the Democrats their first majority in 12 development of armies in the coun- years. tries so U.S. troops can come home. Riding that wave was Rep. Nancy In February, the 4th Brigade of the Boyda, a Democrat who upset five- 1st Infantry Division will deploy to term GOP Rep. Jim Ryun in the 2nd Iraq, three days ahead of schedule, District. part of the Bush plan to increase U.S. Boyda painted Ryun as standing forces by 21,500 in the coming with Bush on too many issues, such weeks. as the war. Boyda promised to give Later this summer, an aviation the Iraq Study Group’s recommenda- brigade and 2,500 soldiers depart for tion a thorough review and saw their their own yearlong tour. guidance as the way forward. Soldiers and officers don’t talk Since the election, others in the about why they are going; they view Kansas delegation have split with their jobs as completing the mission Bush, including Republican Rep. handed to them in 2003. But most Jerry Moran and Democratic Rep. agree victory can’t be secured by the Dennis Moore, both of whom sup- military alone. ported the war. And now many politicians, includ- White House officials have taken ing GOP presidential hopeful Sen. to shuttle diplomacy _ going to the Sam Brownback of Kansas, say it’s House and Senate _ to keep time to increase diplomats in the Republican lawmakers in the fold. region, not just soldiers. Rep. Todd Tiahrt, a Republican ``We must win in Iraq, and we representing the Wichita area, met will,’’ Brownback said after a trip to last week with Bush. He left the Oval Iraq and other nations in the Middle Office reaffirming his support for the East. ``But that victory will require troops and the position that the Iraqi more than bullets. It will require government must keep its end of the political arrangements inside Iraq bargain. What Tiahrt doesn’t want to and around Iraq to end the sectarian see is Congress pulling purse strings, violence and move toward a peaceful as it did during the Vietnam War. future for the Iraqi people and stabil- But an aide said that Tiahrt is ity for the region.’’ reserving judgment on whether send- David Rohde, a Duke University ing more troops is a good idea until political scientist, said as Bush’s after Bush’s State of the Union plans are questioned, the president is address this week. having an experience common to Rohde said doubts always have lame-duck presidents, though Bush existed about the war but have is ``a little lamer than other lame become more persistent because ducks.’’ Americans are starting to see the What’s new, Rohde said, is the war conflict as a civil war, not part of the causing Bush problems with his con- war against terrorism. servative base. He noted that ``It’s the sectarian violence. Nebraska Sen. Chuck Hagel has There’s way too much going on. been an outspoken critic, a sign of NEWS MANHATTAN FREE PRESS - WEDNESDAY, JANUARY 24, 2007 3A

to Topeka 11 P.M. Gordon House completed. [L—-?] used up! Visited Building going on, - also time for Harvey. Still pleasant. W.I.H. Wood lot. Colvin! Having mortar— Mr. Eve— & family got a Saturday, November 5, 1870 back yard fixed up! Wheat arrived new stove! & this old one repaired! Sunday, December 4, 1870 Return to Neosho Falls. Up late on home & Graham went to Burlington. Shed painted 2d time. Colvin called. 10 ½ A.M. Sermon by Rev. letters, &c. Bolus over Foundation & Cellar $10. Hawks –deficit! Pitman 4 + Sullivan. Wrote S.A. Denslow, &c. complete. Letters from Wm & Ellen Man! Sunday, November 6, 1870 . Beautiful Sabbath. A.M.. Sermon at M.E. church by Thursday, December 1, 1870 Rev. Graham. Eve— by Rev. Saturday, November 19, 1870 First day of winter & a fine day, Naylor. Good Congregations. Read Beautiful day. Settled with Shaff Sure. Several land Sales. Bridge & rested. Pleasant day. & Hotchkiss for Cellar & Stove & across the Neosho progressing; — Walt’s Service cutwork. Parlin back & bargained Irons. 3 men from Pierce & Moore. Appliance In-home Service Monday, November 7, 1870 for land. Wrote letters & did miscel- Shed painted! Letter from R.S. Went to See 2. stone quarrys with laneous work. Letters from Ellen & Stevens on Frank Smith. Jones & 537-8989 Walt Hardin 2937 Vinewood Pl. Hawks. Decided to take one half or Belle Bachellor here. Owner Manhattan, KS 80 acres. Looked over buildings &c. Wood, &c. C. Leach moved into P.M. R.S. Stevens, F.C. White, Maj. House. Rec’d $10 — Friday, December 2, 1870 Bond & Miller along. Visit with Rev. Graham went to Burlington used Manhattan. them in the evening. Sunday, November 20, 1870 after lumber for House. Upper joists Mid-America Office Supplies 1870 A.m. & Evening Services by on House, Mortar for plastering, Wednesday, October 19, 1870 Tuesday, October 25, 1870 Tuesday, November 8, 1870 Graham. Read papers & looked over mixing. Pump & platform for well at Sent R.S. Miller for check for Started for the Falls; cars off the Christmas Stationery R.S. Stevens &c. left . Wrote let- letters & wrote some. P.M. & Eve— Land Office fixed. Jones & Parsons, 368.80. Wrote letters & track at on Topeka & Santa Fe R.R., ters. Rev. E.R. Pierce commenced colder — wintry! Fear we shall Bacheller still here. 328 Poyntz (Downtown) 539-8982 looked over papers. Engaged a man also M R& T R.R.— hindered 1 ½ painting. Pd. Buckley $15.00 on have a hard time for finishing build- to dig well at Land Office. Olney days! Heavy bit of letters! to read. stove. Election day. Pleasant day ing! Cold night Saturday, December 3, 1870 arrived. Cleared off. Starlight Met Rev. Pierce - Pleasant day. but windy Contract with Jones & Bacheller. Monday, November 21, 1870 Miscellaneous business. Left at 10 Thursday, October 20 Wednesday, October 26 Wednesday, November 9, 1870 Pleasant morning after a very cold ½ for Manhattan, at Junction & got Pleasant day. Looked after Busy as a bee on House business Grove elected Co. Attorney. night. Pitman. P.M. Commenced on $2000. of R.S. Miller, S.D. Houston. Building. & shed (wood) Set Job for shed to Frosty morning. E.R. Pierce left for painting woodshed. Brick work on Home at 1. O clock, Met Col. Mix, for $35.00. Agreed to give Junction. Maj. Bond & A.F. Miller house status quo.. Eve—went to Friday, October 21 Graham & Kratser $500. for building returned from Chetopa. Bond exam- Humboldt. Dedication of Long Hall. Made out bill of lumber for wood- house, Barn, privy & well house. ined Books — Building going Spent the night with Eastman, T .J. shed. Gave it to Covert. Set Kazey Paid K. 1500. G. $100.00 slow. Maj. Bond looking over books Hurd. to work on Cellar. Commenced well & suggesting. Mr. Miller here. yesterday. Eastman at dinner. Thursday, October 27 Tuesday, November 22, 1870 Pleasant day. Left for Chicago. Stopped over Thursday, November 10, 1870 Cool mornings & pleasant day. A. night at Topeka, ass. Dined at Woodshed finished by Mr. Mix. Pollard arrived. Worked on miscel- Saturday, October 22, 1870 Burlington, Hanks from Bennington House slow. Capt. Thrasher worried. laneous items. Got ready to leave in W Pd freight on Lines to 3,000. along. Also W.B. Jones, Welsh Consultation with Maj. Bond. 2 morning for Thanksgiving. Summer Went to Manhattan by way of Agent. Left House & building in checks,16.40 + 19.78 = 36.18 Sent went to Humboldt. Returned home Junction. Home at 1. O clock at charge of Rev. Graham & $100 cash to Miller for checks on N,Y, to be from Humboldt. night. Met Rev. Mr. Pierce. with him towards building. sent to M — Eve prayer meeting Satisfactory Talk. Me, Colony & T. A.W. Hanks! Sunny & windy. Wednesday, November 23, 1870 Riddy. Friday, October 28, 1870 Left for M— arrived at about 12. Arose at 4 A.M. & went to Kansas CAN YOU Friday, November 11, 1870 at night. Home at house. Sunday, October 23 City. Met C. Leech. Called on Looked after house foundation Home all day, resting some & M.A.B. $5.00. Dined at Broadway BELIEVE IT? &c., Bills of Lumber & let contract Thursday, November 24, 1870 reading. Solomon & Sarah at tea. House with Leach. Pass business for Sidewalks &c. with Mr. Cooper Thanksgiving, went to E.P. Call from J. Denison. satisfactory, Morse. Took the cars on 2 GREAT SPECIALS $20 each. Went to bed late. Visit Webber’s. Met R.A. Webber & wife H. St. Jo.R. Supper at Cameron. with Hawks. & Graves & wife. Some & [——— Monday, October 24 Sleeping car but did not sleep much. —-?]. Home at Dark. Calling on 1 GREAT PRICE Ellen took me down town. Went Saturday, November 12, 1870 Sarah. Mr. C.C. Leach & wife visit- to Topeka, Gordon House. Business Saturday, October 29 Saw Kratzer & Graham. Pd. ed in the evening, also J. Denison. COLOR AND with Secretary of State & Auditor & 4 A.M. arrived at Quincy. Pass of Graham $50. on job. Went to $ Treasurer. C.B. Hines. Capt. N.D. Munson C.B. O. Q., & H St. Jo. HAIRCUT OR Junction. Interview with Rev. E.R. Friday, November 25, 1870 Haskell. [Cuss?] off the truckers, Return of Owen. Arrived at Pierce ,on Colony House records, at R. Road Meeting in the evening. STYLING Galesburg 12 ¾ P.M. Clark of 60 1 o clock in morning. Board pd to A.M. Good prospects &c. Home at 1 * additional costs may be Chetopa on board! Put up at H.B. Saturday A.M 11.50. ½ P.M. & left at 3 ½ P.M. Went to included on additional colors Weeks. Mrs. A.A. Carpenter & Belle Topeka in freight train. Learned the & Carrie. Ben, Lewis & Ed, G. * call for details Sunday, November 13, 1870 secret of Custa’s.? Wrote to Parson Weeks. To bed early. Home all day. Joseph & Solomon on R.R. Left House. called. Rode to Solomon’s & the Sunday, October 30 Creek, horseback. To bed at 9. P.M.; Saturday, November 26, 1870 A.M. sermon on Hope by Dr. Ed— at 10 ½ aroused by a skunk among Up at 5 A.M. & went to Neosho 3266 Kimball • Candlewood • 776-5632 Upcoming auctions Bueher. Evening Sermon by Babtist hens! Up & shot him. Falls. Prisoner along. Downing, Preacher at new church. Called on Stover, Dunlap, Swazey. Arrived very old Students, Mr.& Mrs. Hunt. Monday, November 14, 1870 after dark! Up late writing. Arose at 5 A.m. With Solomon Monday, October 31, 1870 went to cars at 4 ½ & on to Junction. Sunday, November 27, 1870 Went to Chicago & stopped at Rev. Mr. White’s special car to Emporia A.M. Sermon by Mowry. Talk Thurs, Jan 25, 5:00 pm E.R. Pierce’s. Attended Church CAN YOU — then on regular train to Neosho with Olney. Wrote several letters & Auction with Internet bidding Meeting – controversy! Rev. Adams Falls. Eve— interview with read considerable. Pleasant day & 701 Enoch Lane - Manhattan, KS & lady. BELIEVE IT? [Hotchkis?] & Shaff. To bed at 10 ½ mild. Auction currently includes several YOUR stress automobiles, antiquesw, apparel, Tuesday, November 1, 1870 — Pleasant. Relieve2 GREAT SPECIALS linens, appliances, clocks, comput- Kansas Colony Mgrs &c. 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Beautiful morning & * additional costs may be 6 P.m., took cars for Gardner arriving day. House progressing finely. Tuesday, November 29, 1870 includedCALL TODAY on additional FOR AN APPOINTMENT colors WITH LaResa 9 ¼ P.M. with Rev. E.R. Pierce. Settled with Bulkley, Mr. Eve— House going forward. Eve— Valentine’s Day Gift Certificates Available!!! Called at Wm Hurt. wrote & attended to business. Wheat Commenced Work. P.M. A.R. Tues, Jan 30, 10:00 am away to Sedalia. Webber went to Ladore. Bacheller & Jones arrived. Leech commenced GALLERY FOR HAIR Kansas Highway Patrol Thursday, November 3, 1870 Internet only auction Went into Coal Mine. Great Thursday, November 17, 1870 work in office. Cool wind from the Pleasant day. Eve-cleaning up North. Prospect of Snow! 3266 Kimball776-5632 • Candlewood • 776-5632 purplewave.com curiosity! 11 A.M. Left for At. candlewood shopping center • 3266 kimball avenue Auction currently includes a 2003 Louis, arrived at 9 ½ P.M. Sleeping yard. 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EDITORIAL PAGE MANHATTAN FREE PRESS - WEDNESDAY, JANUARY 24, 2007 4A should have been held accountable and issued a letter of reprimand. Mayor Bruce Snead on the other hand was quoted as saying, “I strong- ly support Ron.” Well Mr. Mayor, I think not. If you strongly supported him, you would have given him the 2% merit he earned based on a rating Over of exceeding the standard. I might add that the City Commission is Mr. Fehr’s supervi- sor. Where was the self-critique for the Commission’s woeful lack of oversight in this matter? A friend of mine once described Easy Manhattan as being like a great big high school. Everyone knows every- By Robert Strawn one else. No one wants to offend the Contributing Writer Bob Strawn [email protected] other guy. Everyone wants to be I was more than a little disappoint- friends. Being in the right clique is ed with how the City Commission important. It seems to me Mr. Fehr’s handled City Manager Ron Fehr’s standard” qualifying him for a 2% appraisal last week was a classic latest job appraisal. The merit. But because the Park and reflection of that savvy observation. Commission is a political body and Recreation Department scandal Ron Fehr is a bright, articulate, certainly acted the part in trying to unfolded under his watch, the merit professional city manager. In this have it both ways on this one. was cut to 1%. matter, he and the city deserved more Last week there was much ado Only retiring Commissioner Ed from the City Commission than just about Mr. Fehr’s appraisal, which, as Klimek refused this illogical dance – a lame attempt at political correct- I understand it, said he “exceeded the rightly or wrongly - saying Mr. Fehr ness. Ryun Give View On Congress In 1994 Republicans won a land- a vote. Debates on any one amend- and cons argued vigorously? slide election victory in the U.S. ment could last through the night. Kansans and Americans! House of Representatives by taking This is a long, slow legislative For example, one of their initia- back the majority for the first time in process that has endured over 200 tives was the much touted Democrat decades. In part their victory was years and allows for legislation to be plan to “fix” Medicare Part D by attributed to an issues driven com- fairly debated and differences aired allowing the government to negotiate mitment to the public to change poli- in a bipartisan fashion. During the drug prices. This legislation did not cies in Washington through the 100 days of 1994 and the debate over go through the regular process of full Contract With America. The the Contract With America, the committee consideration and then Contract would make America bet- Republicans had 19 open rules on 24 full House consideration. I know that ter. These policy changes were bills with the Democrats offering this takes time, but when this process intended to reform business as usual 154 amendments, 48 of them pass- is circumvented, generally poor and in Washington and to allow sunshine ing. This is a time tested, historic, faulty legislation ensues and the con- to be an antiseptic to the process. It American way of doing the Nation’s stituency is not well served. The was aggressively pursued in a business. That is until the beginning Democrat mantra is for the govern- intensely focused 100 days. The of the Democrat controlled 110th ment to negotiate a better drug pro- days were long and very demanding Congress and its 100 hours of non- gram. Without a full explanation of but the goals noble and worthwhile. partisanship. this issue you may have missed what During the 100 days of legislative When in the minority, Democrats happened when the government work the time honored complained that their legislative ini- negotiated for VA drug benefits. It Congressional process was institut- tiatives were stymied and they didn’t did not improve the quality of ed. Legislation that could potential- have the opportunity for enough Veterans drug benefits and actually ly become law was introduced in debate or a fair hearing. The prom- limited their choices. Since 2000, committees of jurisdiction. The usual ise of being fair to the minority only 19 % of drugs approved by the process of full committee debate would change if only they were to FDA are listed on the VA formulary. with consideration of amendments become the majority. That was last Put another way, Medicare offers proceeded. During this time of com- Fall when making campaign promis- 4,300 different drugs compared to mittee meeting only committee es was easy. That was until they the VA which offers approximately members were entitled to debate and became the majority. The only 1,300 choices. Specifically, then to vote. Granted, Republicans Democrat’s 100 hours was light Lipitor, one of the cholesterol-lower- were in the majority and could gen- years away from the 1994 ing drugs, popular among many Vets, erally defeat Democrat amendments, Republican 100 days. Democrats in is not available to the VA. I suggest but it must be noted that debate by their 100 hours considered six leg- this does not serve our Veterans well. Democrats and Republicans was islative initiatives but decided that Why then would we want the encouraged and the airing of differ- since they are in the majority, they Democrat’s plan to have the govern- ences was permitted. This is general- would abandoned the time honored ment negotiate on our behalf? ly an intense and time consuming process of committee debate and Do we want just any law that can process. However, after a piece of amendment. They allowed for some be ramrodded through the Congress? legislation had passed through com- debate, in some cases as little as five Do we want the ruling majority to mittee, the minority party or minutes for the Republican minority, simply force through legislation? As Democrats, had another opportunity but no amendments were allowed. a member of the majority, I did not to change the substance of the legis- When you are in the majority you believe so. It seems the new majori- lation. The amendment could be car- can decide pretty much what you ty has a different view. ried to the Rules Committee. If want to do. But who suffers from Former Congressman Jim Ryun passed by the Rules Committee it poor legislation that has not been would then go to the House Floor for honestly and fully debated with pros Morrison: Payday Loan Restriction TOPEKA, Kan. (AP) _ Saying diers. Morrison said he hopes to have Morrison said borrowers often their industry takes advantage of the proposals for the Legislature to con- have trouble paying back their loans poor and the vulnerable, Attorney sider before it adjourns its session in quickly, and they keep rolling them General Paul Morrison promised late April or early May. over _ and often take out new loans. Friday to push for new restrictions “We think we know the direction The attorney general said he prob- on payday loan companies. that we need to head, and we’re just ably wants to target businesses that Morrison announced that he’ll going to get these heads together, make loans against car titles and con- convene a daylong ``round-table dis- people who know about a lot about sider limits on overall annual per- cussion’‘ on payday loans and this issue, to make some recommen- centage rates. Other states have check-cashing businesses, with an dations,’‘ Morrison said during a stricter regulations, he said. eye toward lower limits on what news conference. “Kansas is literally becoming a they’re allowed to charge consumers Whitney Damron, lobbyist for the mecca for a lot of these businesses, who take out small, short-term loans. Kansas Payday Loan Association, because it’s easy money,’‘ Morrison To lead the discussion, he appoint- said he wasn’t aware of any prob- said. ``They’re popping up every- ed Holly Petraeus, the wife of Fort lems within the state and that rates where.’‘ Leavenworth’s commanding lieu- charged by its companies typically Last year, Congress capped the tenant general, who led a push for are lower than those in surrounding annual interest rate on payday loans restrictions on payday lending to sol- states. to military personnel on active duty “A payday loan is a straightfor- and their dependents at 36 percent. It ward loan that the consumer under- also prohibited the use of vehicle PUBLISHED BIWEEKLY EVERY stands,’‘ Damron said. ``You find titles as collateral. 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Bennett Hosts KSU Block Party (AP) - Jason Bennett set a Kansas by John Cantrell’s 14 points. He was Coach Huggins Talks About His Basketball Team State record Monday night with eight the only Cougar in double figures. blocked shots, leading a stifling Martin, a second team All-Big 12 Courtesy Kansas State On not playing down to have to be able to get the help. “I think he passed the ball defensive effort that helped the selection last season but demoted to University Head Coach Bob Chicago State’s level... “I thought our guys did a great today. I thought he was Wildcats to a 73-36 victory over the bench under first-year coach Bob Huggins “I talked to them before (and really good job. I was pleased really unselfish, really saw the Chicago State. Huggins, provided an immediate On Jason Bennett... after) we had the walk-thru – with the way we defended. I floor, passed the ball great. Cartier Martin came off the bench spark for the Wildcats and at one “I thought he was active this team played New Mexico look out there and it’s a totally Cartier was on the receiving end to score 25 points for Kansas State point was beating the Cougars sin- tonight. That’s what we’ve been State pretty tough both times, different team than it was of a lot of those. Dave is our best (14-6, 3-2 ), gle-handedly. trying to do – get him active and they had Oral Roberts on the against William & Mary when passer. We just have to get him which won its fourth straight after Martin hit six of his first seven keep people off of him so he can ropes, they were leading at we were bumping into each to not take as many chances as starting conference play at 0-2. shots on the way to 14 early points. make plays. (I was pleased) Michigan State, they played other. I thought we did a good he takes sometimes. He’s our After Bennett’s eighth block of the With 6:30 left in the first half and when he blocked the dunk after Wichita State really tough, and job today of sticking to our best passer and see’s the floor game, he left to a standing ovation Kansas State up 31-13, he was the guy went by him and he they beat UTEP. This is a team principles. If you stick by your better than anybody. He’s from the Bramlage Coliseum crowd outscoring Chicago State on his own. recovered and blocked the shot that is capable. Kevin (Jones) principles and trust your team- rebounded the ball better than with 1:03 remaining. He broke the Kansas State had four players in – sometimes he doesn’t react does a great job of trying to frus- mates then you can do the anybody and he has rebounded old record of six blocks, which he double figures, including David and go attack the ball. We’re try- trate you. They run clock, play things we ask you to do. There the ball better (overall). Dave’s a tied earlier this season in a loss at Hoskins, who had his second- ing to get him to be more con- with the ball, they make you is trust involved, and I think smart kid. He understands that California. straight double-double with 15 sistent with his effort and getting chase, they lift you and it opens we’re getting more trust in our we need that. We’ve got to have Kansas State dominated defensive- points and 10 rebounds. Akeem to the ball. You can’t make plays up dribble penetration. I thought teammates.” that from him.” ly, holding the Cougars to just 22 Wright and Lance Harris added 12 if you can’t get to the ball.” it was good for us to have to On David Hoskins’ recent percent from the field and forcing 12 apiece for the Wildcats. guard dribble penetration, to play... turnovers. Kansas State led 38-17 at halftime. Chicago State (8-16), which entered the game with six players Photos By averaging in double figures, was led Shari Brown Thank These Free Press Advertisers For Your Free Copy

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Oklahoma State 3-2 17-3 Texas 3-2 14-5 for KU. The Red Raiders were out- By Mac Stevenson manned at four of the five positions, Kansas State’s basketball but the Jayhawks aren’t getting it Kansas State 3-2 14-6 Iowa State 3-3 15-4 team—under the masterful coaching done. of Bob Huggins—has played itself KU’s radio announcers back into contention for an NCAA Oklahoma 3-3 11-7 Texas Tech 3-3 12-8 have become tiresome while declar- bid and a high finish in the Big 12. ing that poor KU always gets every- The Wildcats play tenacious one’s best shot. Why can’t the defense and take care of the ball on Iowa State 2-3 11-8 Kansas State 2-3 14-4 Jayhawks give someone their best offense. Their two road wins against shot? Missouri and Iowa State were It’s that time of year when enthusi- Nebraska 1-2 12-5 Oklahoma State 2-3 14-4 impressive indeed. asm runs rampant for long-suffering Seniors Lance Harris, fans of Kansas City’s major league Cartier Martin, Akeem Wright and Baylor 1-4 11-7 Colorado 2-3 8-9 baseball team. With spring training juniors Clent Stewart and David just a few weeks off, there may be Hoskins have bought into Huggins’ justification for the preseason opti- Colorado 1-4 5-10 style and the results have been grati- Missouri 1-5 13-6 mism that annually engulfs Royals fying to all concerned. All five are fans. playing the best basketball of their General manager Dayton Missouri 0-4 11-6 Kansas 0-5 6-12 K-State careers. Moore has been active since he took K-State’s next two confer- the Royals’ reins. One of Moore’s ence games (Nebraska Jan. 27 and Updated January 23, 2007 Updated January 23, 2007 biggest problems going into spring Missouri Jan. 31) are at home. If the 2007 is welcome: What should KC Wildcats win those two, they’ll be do with its two young third basemen, sitting at 5-2 in Big 12 play. That’s a Mark Teahen (6-3, 220) and Alex big step up from what K-Staters have Gordon (6-1, 220)? become accustomed to. So far, all the suggestions Before Kansas basketball fans get have been to move either Gordon or down on Coach Bill Self, they would Teahen to the outfield, and that may Thank These Free Press Advertisers For Your Free Copy do well to consider what a great job be what’s best. But moving one of of recruiting he’s done. That’s the them to shortstop should also be an most important part of coaching. option. What’s wrong with KU? Angel Berroa was Rookie Following the loss at Texas Tech last of the Year in 2003, but it’s been Saturday, Self said, “We played like downhill ever since. 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