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KANSAN
VOL. 115 ISSUE 1
MONDAY, AUGUST 16,2004
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Investigation into librarian's death ongoing
BY AMANDA O'TOILE
aotoleo@kansan.com
KANSAN STAFE WRITE
Mary Miller, who started working for the University of Kansas libraries in 1979, was reportedly found dead by her husband Martin K. "Marty" Miller on July 28 at their home, 2105 Carolina St. Her husband was arrested and charged with first degree murder two days later.
Miller's death was classified as a homicide after an autopsy confirmed investigators' suspicion that foul play was involved, according to Christine Kenney, Douglas County district attorney.
Marty Miller was released from the Douglas County Jail after a $150,000 bail was paid in cash Aug. 11, according to *The Lawrence Journal World* on Aug. 12. No court dates have been set.
Kenney said that an autopsy was protocol for Lawrence Police in all unattended deaths, but investigators detected information at the scene that made them question the circumstances of Miller's death.
Kenney could not comment on what information tipped investigators. The investigation surrounding Miller's death is ongoing.
Michele Eodice, who worked with Miller for about four years, said the way Miller died is irrelevant at this point for people who knew her.
"It's just very sad," said Eodice, director of the KU Writing Center. "It's your peer and colleague, and sure, it's difficult. But we lose people in lots of different ways we don't have control of."
Bill Myers, library development director, declined comment on the context of Miller's death but said that she would be missed.
He said that Miller was committed to helping others and often offered help before a person had a chance to ask. She led by influence and example, he said.
"She was very perceptive of people," Myers said. "She helped in a very friendly, non-threatening sort of way." The Watson staff, Myers said, will remember Miller for her excellent service to students and faculty, and they will strive to live up to her standards of service.
Miller could usually be found at the technology desk on the third floor of the library and was active with technology in Watson Library.
Myers said some staff members called her the department whiz kid. As a woman who sought results, Myers said, Miller embarked on projects such as the KU Writing Center's writing guide, which outlined writing styles for students.
"Mary, like a lot of people in the libraries, was a person who liked to work together and collaborate," Eodice said. "I think for that reason she will be missed."
Miller graduated from the University with a bachelor of science degree in foreign languages from the School of Education in May 1979. She was 46 and left behind two junior-high age children.
Residents pack dormatories
Volunteers help newcomers and returners move into residence halls
By Ross Firch
rftich@kansan.com
KANSAN STAFF WRITER
Roney, vice provost for student success, was one of many volunteers who helped new and returning students move into the residence halls last weekend. Roney said she had no intention to gain publicity, but rather she understood the struggles of moving into a new place and just wanted
What Marlesa Roney lacks in height, she made up with energy and strength during the weekend as she lifted boxes and carried them into the residence halls.
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it's a time when any extra hand is appreciated."
Vice Provost for student success
to help.
"It's a time when any extra hand is appreciated." Roney said.
While most residents moved in on Sunday, many women moved into GSP-Corbin Hall on Saturday. Four different groups of volunteers showed up to help at GSP and Corbin, some starting as early as 7:15 a.m.
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Members of two fraternities, Phi Delta Theta and Phi Gamma Delta, helped with the heavy stuff. Some of the members, who preferred their names not be used, said that, although they received credit toward their community service requirements, they still enjoyed the satisfaction of just being able to help people move in.
Even though some of the women moving in were sorority recruits, the
fraternity volunteers said there was no specific partnership between their fraternities and any of the sororites.
Another group of volunteers consisted of sorority recruitment counselors.
They said, in addition to helping the women move in, they were also there to help explain the recruitment process and answer any questions the new recruits had. They could not say which sororities they were representing until the end of Fall Formal Recruitment week, when they would have an unveiling, counselors said.
SEE VOLUNTEERS ON PAGE 18A
ACTIVE DUTY
Defensive end John McCoy crouches during Oct. 31, 2003 game last year at Memorial Stadium. McCoy will not be playing for KU this season due to being called to active duty this summer.
Kansan file photo
'Hawk leaves football field for battlefield
BY JONATHAN KEALING
jkealing@kansan.com
KANSAN SPORTSWRITER
In the weeks ahead, the Kansas football team will prepare to face Tulsa in its season opener.
At the same time, football is far from the mind of one senior member of the team.
Senior defensive end and Army reservist John McCoy will soon report to Fort Riley for six weeks of training, before leaving for a one-year tour of Iraq.
McCoy's unit, the -317th Quartermaster Battalion, is a Lawrence-based unit with 55 soldiers. McCoy and his comrades will be responsible for anything from laundry delivery to mail duty, said Deb Skidmore, an officer with Army Public Affairs.
"The 317th is a combat-support unit tasked with supply and service to the various camps in Iraq," Skidmore said.
In McCoy's six weeks at Fort Riley, his unit will learn to patrol a base camp, drive vehicle convvoys and apply basic first aid, among other tasks.
Army Public Affairs officials have advised McCoy to not speak with the media and the University's media relations office has agreed to make McCoy's departure as low profile as possible. As a result, McCoy would not agree to interview for this story.
But his friends and family describe a young
SEE MCCOY ON PAGE 10A
Smoking ban clears air in bars, ignites controversy
BY STEPHANIE FARLEY
sfarley@kansan.com
KANSAN STAMP WRITER
As of July 1, Lawrence residents had to take their butts outside. The Lawrence City Commission voted four to one on May 11 in favor of a smoking ban.
The commission approved the ban, saying employees could enjoy a smoke-free work environment, among other health benefits. The ban prohibits smoking in all enclosed work places in Lawrence.
Dennis Highberger, Lawrence vicemayor, voted for the ban. For him, the issue of choice, although valid, was secondary to employees' health, he said.
"Since when do you have a right to make other people breathe toxic smoke?" Highberger said.
Highberger said he thought the ban would be supported by a majority of the
Some business owners have opposed the ban. People who wish to vote on the ban could bring it to the ballot if they can collect 3,764 signatures.
Highberger said he wishes the petitioners luck. He said he deeply regretted the hardships that the ban had imposed on some people, but the ban is in place to ensure the health of employees.
"I think in a few years it will be hard for people to imagine things were any different." Highberger said of the ban.
people.
Sue Hack was the only city commissioner to vote against the ban. Her decision was not about whether smoking
Hack said she enjoyed the smoke-free environment, but the commission needed to look into some compromises with Lawrence business owners.
"The commission had not given enough time in studying the consequences and unintended consequences on businesses." Hack said.
was bad, but about forcing decisions on business owners, she said.
Bill Heinen, Free State Brewing Company host and supervisor, said employees had collected around 1,000 signatures for the petition against the smoking ban at Free State Brewing Company, 636 Massachusetts St. Free State is one of 11 locations where people can sign the petition. Other locations include the Red Lyon Tavern, 944 Massachusetts St., Replay Lounge, 946 Massachusetts St., Henry's, 11 E.
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Welcome to the University
For 21 years, Hawk Week has helped freshmen and other new students acclimate to campus and learn traditions. PAGE 5A
Four-year plans preferred
With four-year graduation rates low, the University of Kansas is looking to help students shorten their stay. PAGE 6A
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