THE UNIVERSITY DAILY KANSAN
VOL.101,NO.41
KANSAS STATE
HISTORICAL SOCIETY
TOPEKA KS 66612
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MONDAY.OCTOBER21.1991
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Fire storm rages through Oakland neighborhoods
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OAKLAND, Calif. - A wind-dribbled brush fire exploded in a fire storm yesterday as it roared through neighborhoods in the hills above Oakland, engulfing hundreds of homes and killing 10 people, authorities said.
"The trees were exploding. It looked like the Fourth of July. I think we lost everything. I think it all gone," said Ruth, who fleed with his wife and daughter.
"It is a terrible disaster," Gov Petit Willey said as he toured the scene yesterday. Wilson declared a state of emergency and placed the Nationa Guard on alert.
Residents ran into streets, clutching their belongings. Gwits whipped flames as high as 100 feet through dry brush and thick smoke blocked out the sun. Some people drove to safety behind them. People digged and debris and burned trees.
The fire moved quickly from street to street, then hillside to hillside, making a deafening roar as it charred neighborhoods. Many residents said they only had time to grab photos and documents.
The hills were parched from a five year drought, and wind gusts reaching
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Kansas tailback Tony Sands tricer during the Jayhawks' 41-0ve being the school's all-time lead1
BEIRUT, Lebanon — Israeli-backed militiamen in southern Lebanon freed 14 Lebanese detainees today in a move that further raise already high expectations that a West Bank release would be released before the day is out.
Israel relea
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Apparently resulting from comple U.N. -brokered negotiations, the demand of the Arab detainees fulills demand by pro-Iranian Shish Muhran kidnappers for the release of the min Westerners they are thought to hold. Westerlair, a kidnan ground sai
Yesterday, a kidnap group sai thast today it would free one of its U.I. hostages. The group's statement came hours after the U.N. confirm
40 mph hampered efforts to fight the fire.
The blaze, which was reported late yesterday morning, continued to burn out of control into last night. By early evening, officials said it covered 1,500 acres. There was no immediate report on what caused the fire.
Ten people were killed, including a police officer, said Alameda County Supervisor Don Perata. Five of the victims apparently were evacuated a home when they were caught. Perata said. He didn't know how the others
At least 50 people, including three firefighters, were treated at hospitals for burns, smoke inhalation and other injuries, officials said.
A brown pall extended over Oakland to San Francisco, 15 miles across the bay. Ash fell at San Francisco's Candlestick park during a football game between the 49ers and the Detroit Lions
LAWSCHOOL HARASSMENTCHARGES
Four women file complaints
By Rochelle Olson
Kansan staff writers
Four women approached the American Civil Liberties Union earlier this semester and said that they had been sexually harassed by law school faculty members, the ACLU announced Friday.
The women, two current and two former KU law students, were unhappy about how complaints they filed earlier this year were handled by the University of Kansas, said Ron Nelson, a cooperating attorney
Since mid-September, the ACLU has investigated the complaints and how KU has handled them, accord- ing to a recent announcement released Friday by the ACLU.
Throughout the summer and fall, students have said they have heard rumors of sexual harassment charges at the law school. But grievances filed with the University are confidential.
University ariance procedures
Following the cases
Four women — two current and two former KU law students — are frustrated about how the University of Kansas has handled their complaints that law professors sexually harassed them
Late May
The office of the law school receives a complaint from a woman against a law school
Early June
May 6 Women contact the dean of the law school.
"We want to follow the
"We want to follow the procedures properly while still protecting the rights of both parties involved. When you are following the proper procedures, things may take a long time."
The office of academic affairs complaint from three women regarding a separation with a teacher.
Del Shankel Interim executive vice chancellor
Sept. 6
Sept. 6
affairs sets this date as the deadline for a decision on the issue it received
Oct. 1
One of the women
receives a decision from
active action
concerning her
complaint
Oct.18
women that a recommendation has been made regarding her complaint. The recommendation UU issues a news release publicizing the sexual harassment charges.
Academic affairs notifies one of the
Lawrence offers inexpensive entertainment
KU students who have little or no money can enjoy various types of recreation
By Brandi Beatteay
Special to the Kansan
Loosen up while tightening your belt. Enjoying a college town on a student's budget can be easy with a little imagination.
A break from studying is always welcomed and often needed, but a student's wallet does not always cooperate. Lawrence offers many forms of free or inexpensive entertainment aside from the ever-popular bar scene.
Movies top the entertainment list in Lawrence. All five theaters have an average rate of $4.50 for adult tickets for evening shows and $3.00 for all seats during matineses. However, Dickinson Theatres, 2339 Iowa St., offers a student rate of $5.00 with a KUDU.
Video-rental business is popular in Lawrence, and prices and specials vary. At Miracle Video, 910 N. Second St. and Miracle Video Too at 1910 Haskell Ave., daily tape rental is $3 for the first movie and $2 for each additional tape. All tapes are $2 on Mondays and Tuesdays. On Wednesdays, tapes are three for $2.
Westridge Video, Sixth and Kasolid streets,
has several categories and prices. New
releases are $ 2.50. Recent arrivals rent for
$1.50, and all other tapes are $1 everyday.
All but the adult tapes are 99 cents on Wednesdays.
The Dillon stores, 1740 Massachusetts St., 3000 W. Sixth St. and 1015 W. 23rd St., have large selections of movies for $2.50 a day. Tuesdays and Wednesdays are dollar days—all movie rentals are $1. During October, peo-
Dillon stores and Westridge Video offer video machine rentals for $2.99 a day.
Food remains popular. Students enjoy eating alone, with friends, in the park, on the town and on a shoestring.
Pup's Grill fits the bill with burgers and fries at low prices. Operating in twolocations, 847 Indiana and benchwarmers, 1601 W. 23rd St. Pup's is convenient, quick and inexpensive. Relax and dine in or phone ahead and pick up an order togo. Grabs Char-Bilt in a timed appointment for less than $3.50. Check out the daily specials Sunday through Friday.
Papa Keno's, a small pizzeria at 6 E. Ninth St., serves a tasty and sizeable pizza roll for $1.89. Work your way around a slice of an 18-inch pie in the oven. It is more than a mouthful and less than $3
Yello Sub has two locations, 624 W. 12th st. and 1814 W. 23rd st. With 35 types of submarine sandwiches to choose from, variety is the word of the day. The price of a 6- inch sandwich can be up to $20. The sandwiches loaded with toppings. For the heartier appetite, $4.75 to $6.45 will buy a 12-inch sub.
For a longer and more relaxing dinner experience, try Tin Pan Alley, 1105 Massachusetts St. Sit back and enjoy a variety of entrees and house specials ranging from steaks and chicken to lasagna and burritos. Prices range from $6.25 to $8.25. Spilt an appetizer or two, from $2.50. Take your time, and
read the menu—that's entertainment.
More sports-oriented activities do not have to be expensive in Lawrence. Burn off some energy and frustration at the Jaybowl, situated in the lower level of the Kansas Union. At 90 cents a line, before 6 p.m., Jaybowl is extremely affordable. Open until 1 a.m. on Fridays and Saturday, it is a great way to take a break from the long nights of studying.
Play 18 holes at River City Golf, situated in the lower level of the Riverfront Plaza, for only $3.15. Or play nine holes for $2.06. Ask about grouprates.
For a quiet time, explore some of the many museums KU has to offer. The Museum of Natural History, next to the Kansas Union, has something of interest for almost everyone. Exhibits range from Kansas animals, including live snakes, bees and fish, to fossils, comanche and an exhibit of North American plants and animals.
Spencer Museum of Art is displaying "Italian Old Master Drawings, 16th-18th Centuries" through November 17. Wander through the Renaissance to Oriental land 17th and 18th-century galleries.
If a breath of fresh air is on the agenda, grab a frisbee, the dog and a friend and take a walk in the park. Clinton Lake and Clinton State Park have much to offer who love the outdoors. Beside the fishing, hunting and camping opportunities, there is an abundance of nature trails for hiking and horseback riding.
With $20, you can purchase an annual state park sticker for your vehicle. Stop the visitor information center and select from pieces of literature indicating trails, history, habitats, species and boating information as well as park regulations.
Sunflower Nature Park offers a 1.3-mile self-guided nature trail with a half-mile of asphalt for people who are physically impaired.
Less than two miles off the Evening Star Road exit on K-10, a six-acre park of reintroduced native prairie grasses, wildflowers and marshpond habitat with woodlands and non-game wildlife. The park is open until dusk and is free of charge.
Add a little excitement to a party or small gathering. Rent a video camera. Rent to Own Center, 1029 Massachusetts St., has one of the best deals in town. Monday through Thursday cameras rent for $25 a day, and Fridays they are $33. You can pick up a camera on Saturday and return it Monday morning for $39. Tripods are available at no extra charge. Pick up a blank video cassette tape at K-Mart for less than $3.
Video cameras are perfect ways to practice for interviews and presentations.
Or you can take your camera to the Lawrence airport for your first lesson. Lawrence Air Services, 842-0000, offers an introductory flight lesson for $20. It's perfect for birthday ideas.
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