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University Daily Kansan
Page 0397 from reel: L 2625 (1983-08-18 to 1983-12-06)
https://digital.lib.ku.edu/ku-udk/139313

Title: Attorney Criticizes Request by Gas Service for Rate Hike
Summary: An attorney representing a Clearwater woman protests Gas Service's request for a $24.8 million rate increase, arguing customers couldn't afford higher natural gas bills.
Category: local news
Subjects: utility rates; consumer protection; energy costs
Confidence: 0.85

Title: Bob Docking Released From Hospital
Summary: Former Kansas Gov. Robert Docking is released from the hospital after treatment for emphysema and will remain in the Kansas City area indefinitely.
Category: local news
Subjects: political figures; health; state government
Named Entities: Docking, Robert [former governor]
Confidence: 0.8

Title: Suspect Arrested in Lansing Murder
Summary: Authorities arrest a suspect in the fatal shooting of a Basehor man, marking the fourth homicide in Leavenworth County in recent months.
Category: local news
Subjects: crime; murder; homicide investigation
Confidence: 0.8

Title: Man Apologizes for Robbery Attempt
Summary: A man who pleaded guilty to attempting to steal $2 million from First National Bank of Dodge City is sentenced to three years in prison.
Category: local news
Subjects: crime; bank robbery; sentencing
Confidence: 0.8

Title: Student Reports Attack Near Watson
Summary: An 18-year-old KU student reports being grabbed and thrown to the ground near Watson Library, with police investigating the incident.
Category: campus news
Subjects: campus safety; student incidents; law enforcement
Confidence: 0.8

Title: Truman Applications Due Oct. 24
Summary: KU sophomores have until Oct. 24 to apply for the Harry S. Truman Scholarship, which provides up to $5,000 per year for graduate study.
Category: announcement
Subjects: scholarships; academic opportunities; student financial aid
Confidence: 0.85

Title: Encore to Present Futuristic Theme
Summary: The 1984 Encore production will feature a futuristic theme 'Beyond the 20th Century' with awards for best production, music, and originality.
Category: campus news
Subjects: campus events; theater productions; student activities
Confidence: 0.8

Title: German Writer to Speak at Luncheon
Summary: East German comedy writer Rudi Strahl will speak at a Brown Bag Lunch event at Nunemaker Center, part of a series of speakers from the College of Liberal Arts and Sciences.
Category: campus news
Subjects: cultural events; academic lectures; international relations
Named Entities: Strahl, Rudi [East German writer]
Confidence: 0.8

Title: Task Force Says City Needs to Use KU
Summary: A newly formed Economic Task Force recommends Lawrence make better use of KU's resources for economic development and workforce training.
Category: local news
Subjects: economic development; university-community relations; workforce training
Named Entities: Angino, Ernest [city commissioner]
Confidence: 0.8

Title: KU Grad, Wife and Son Found Dead in Home
Summary: A KU graduate, his wife, and their 11-year-old son are found dead in their Fort Wayne home, with police investigating the circumstances.
Category: local news
Subjects: crime; homicide; family tragedy
Named Entities: Osborne, Dan [KU graduate]
Confidence: 0.8

Title: The Challenging Bicycle Tradition Since 1969
Summary: Information about Octoginta, a bicycle tradition event scheduled for October 1 & 2, with sign-up deadline of noon, Friday, Sept. 30 at the SUA Office.
Category: announcement
Subjects: campus traditions; student events; athletic competitions
Confidence: 0.75

Title: Pj Party
Summary: Promotional information for a PJ party on Sept. 20 at Holidome, featuring prizes for best couple, girl, and guy, along with ZZ 99 Night and drink specials.
Category: announcement
Subjects: campus events; student activities; social gatherings
Confidence: 0.75

Title: [advertisements]
Advertisers include: The Pladium; Minsky's Pizza; Hawks Crossing; D&d; Gentlemen's Quarters; Sua; Commonwealth Theatres; SUA Office; Hillcrest 3
Category: advertisements
Confidence: 0.9

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