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Happy campers
Music is a serious, but fun subject for 300 junior high students attending the Midwestern Music Camp.
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KU woman has a lot of weight on her shoulders as she gets in shape for USA Body Building Championship in Texas.
Heavy waiting
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Today. . . Partly cloudy, highs in the 90s.
Tonight. . . Partly cloudy, lows in the upper 60s.
Tomorrow. . . 20 percent chance of afternoon showers,
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Weekend. . Highs in the upper 80s, lows 65-70. Little or no chance of rain.
Published since 1889 by students of the University of Kansas
THE UNIVERSITY DAILY KANSAN
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WEDNESDAY
June 18, 1986
Vol.96, No. 149
(USPS 650-640)
Chief Justice Warren Burger retires
The Associated Press
WASHINGTON — President Reagan announced yesterday the retirement of Warren E. Burger as chief justice of the United States and said he would nominate Justice William Rehquist to succeed Burger and become the 16th man to head the Supreme Court.
The president said Burger informed him three weeks ago that he had decided to retire after 17 years as chief justice to devote full time to his work as chairman of the commission that will lead the nation's celebration of the 200th anniversary of the Constitution in 1989.
Upon Rehnquist's confirmation by the Senate, Reagan said, he will nominate federal appeals court Judge Antonio Scalia to the Supreme Court, preserving a conservative majority on the high court.
Prof says Court won't change
If confirmed, Scalia would be the first American of Italian descent to serve on the court. He also would be the youngest member of the present
Burger is 78, Rehnquist 61 and Scalia.50
By James Larson Special to the Kansan
The changes caused by the retirement of Chief Justice Warren Burger in the makeup of the Supreme Court are going to be few, according to a KU professor of law.
Francis Heller, the professor, who specializes in constitutional law, said the implications of Burger's retirement and what he did to keep his prestigious position were the same thing: "Really, nothing."
At a national press conference yesterday. President Reagan
named Associate Justice William H. Rehquist to replace Burger. Burger had served for 17 years and was recommissioned by former President Nixon.
"Burger and Rehnquist have almost always been on the same side of the issues," Heller said.
court, which in November, without Burger's retirement, would have become the oldest Supreme Court in history.
Heller said that Rehqumist might produce more solid majorities instead of the often splintered decisions handed down by Burger.
Rehquist's replacement on the court, Antonin Scalia, is a member of the U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals and has been told that said Scalia would probably vote
the same as Burger.
Sealia's conservative opinions, along with those of Associate Justice Sandra Dray O'Connor and Rehnquist, would continue to balance the more liberal stands of Associate Justices Thurgood Marshall, William J. Brennan Jr. and Harry A. Blackburn, he said.
Burger, Heller said, was inclined to discuss basic issues of law whereas Rehqunit is interested in intellectual matters.
Phillip Kissam, professor of law,
said Burger's decision to retire was not surprising considering Burger was 78 years old.
With five of its members over 77, the court's average age today is 74.
Scalia is regarded as even more conservative than Burger, who is regarded as second only to Rehnquist
in his politically conservative views.
in his politically conservative views. On the issue of abortion, Burger's rule was an odd choice, as the judge's court position favoring a woman is right to end her pregnancy.
Burger was one of four court
With Burger's departure and Scalia's arrival, the court's average age would be 71.
members who last week voiced reservations about the court's landmark 1972 decision legalizing abortions. The court's solid votes behind that 1972 ruling.
Scalia is a Roman Catholic and the father of nine children. A White House official who participated in the review of candidates for the post said that although he was familiar with a number of Scalia's decisions, he did not know whether Scalia ever participated in an abortion case.
Burger's retirement could produce one significant change in life at the Supreme Court — television cameras and other electronic coverage might be allowed. Burger is vehemently opposed to such coverage.
Rehnquist refused to say yesterday whether he would like to change that, but electronic news coverage of the judicial process has spread through many state and local courts in recent years.
City may discuss no-smoking issue
Burger's letter of resignation makes his retirement effective July 10, which is expected to fall a short distance for the court ends its current session.
Staff writer
By Rachelle Worrall
The Lawrence City Commission may be gearing up to jump on the smoking-ordinance bandwagon that is now traveling through Kansas.
The issue may appear on the city commission agenda this summer, Angino said.
During last week's city commission meeting, Ernest Angio, city commissioner, said it was time to examine the possibility of passing a city ordinance that would ban smoking in public buildings.
"I don't think this is a No.1 priority that I have. It's just a growing concern," he said.
Topeka passed an ordinance prohibiting smoking in public places and restrooms. In buildings that allow smoking, signs must be posted to designate smoking and nonsmoking areas.
Overland Park passed an ordinance prohibiting smoking in shopping malls. Elizabeth McLaury, secretary at the environmental health office at Overland Park City Hall, said the Overland Park ordinance was basically the same as individual store policies had been in the past, except that it was now a law on paper.
Kansas City, Mo., passed a smoking ordinance that will go into effect July 9. The ordinance prohibits smoking in public places, public buildings and office buildings, unless designated by a smoking sign, Ruby McGee, attorney, and Operations Committee secretary, said from Kansas City.
Howard Hill, city commissioner,
said neither KU nor the county would
be affected by an ordinance that
restricted smoking.
"Essentially a ban on smoking on the job would affect only city
employees in city offices." Hill said.
employees in city offices, "ruff said. Sandra Wicks, University Senate Executive Committee administrative assistant, said it was possible that the University smoking policy would be reviewed if the city commission passed an ordinance restricting smoking.
The University policy states that smoking is not permitted in auditoriums or classrooms when classes are in session.
"We don't have to, but generally there's some effort to be consistent," said Wicks.
Either the University Council or the executive vice chancellor would review the smoking policy, she said.
Bob Richeson, manager of food services at the Kansas and Burge unions, said that after the Kansas Union was remodeled, smoking areas might be designated. He said he might conduct a survey to deter smoking.
Fred McElhienne, director of residential programs, said, "We're about a sten ahead of some people."
A proclamation from the Army chief of staff, signed by Gen. John A. Wickham Jr. and John O. Marsh Jr., secretary of the Army, states the need for the end of tobacco use. They state it would be of benefit to soldiers' health and physical performances.
Students in residential halls can state whether they want a roommate that does not smoke, he said. Unless students are smoking, smoking will not be restricted
Even if KU doesn't become more restrictive in its smoking policy, the trend to restrict smoking was made with the support of the U.S. Army.
Hill said, "I think a lot of these issues get popular around the country."
Former University of Kansas basketball players Ron Kellogg and Calvin Thompson watched the NBA Draft yester day in Head Coach Larry Brown's office in Parrot Athletic Center.
3 Javhawks chosen in draft
By Dawn O'Malley
After many years of devoting their lives to basketball, three former Kansas athletes have a shot at play in the National Basketball Association.
Sports editor
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Yesterday, Greg Dreiling, Ron Kellogg and Calvin Thompson were drafted into the pro ranks. Dreiling was chosen in the second round, the 8th player overall, by the Indiana Pacers. Later in the second round, Kellogg was drafted by the Atlanta Huskies Angela Lakers. In the fourth round, Thompson was picked by the New York Knicks.
"It's easier, I think, for kids Greg's "it's easier to get pickied earlier." Larry Brown, head men's basketball coach, said yesterday. "He's afraid to
work hard. He has to continue to improve and hopefully he will."
Dreiling waited in New York to bear whether he had been drafted and was unable to be reached for a scholarship. He was Big Eight Conference player chosen.
However, before draft day, Deiling said he was confident he would be a high draft pick.
"I think I have the body to compete," he said. "I think I one of the biggest in size and strength. I have the best potential. The best years are ahead."
at the end of the regular season,
the 7-foot-1 center led the Jahawks in
rebounding with 6.9 rebounds a game
and he averaged 11.8 points a game.
In the two seasons Dreiling
hit 96 blocked shots, he had a total
of 96 blocked shots.
Thompson and Kellogg stayed in Lawrence to wait for their phone calls. They watched the first round of
"I know they will make it," Brown said. "They are not afraid to work hard. They love to play. They are both great shooters."
Kellogg was chosen by the Atlanta Hawks in the second round, but was later traced to the Los Angeles team for Notre Dame's Ken Barlow.
"It is probably one of the best things that has happened to me," Kellogg said. "Then I was traded to the Lakers. I am leaving Sunday to
See Draft, p. 5, col. 1
S. Africa fills minds of 2 at KU
Staff writer
By Kristi Schroeder
Thoughts of home and the violence that has become part of that home filled the minds of two KU students Monday as they commemorated a murder.
Monday marked the 100th anniversary of the march in Soweto, South Africa, which started a 10-month period of roiting that resulted in the deaths of 575 people. Soweto is a black township of 1.5 million situated outside of Johannesburg, South Africa.
The violence erupted June 16, 1976, when schoolchildren joined a march to protest mandatory use of the language of the white Afrikaner minority. A 13-year-old boy was killed during a demonstration months brought nationwide violence.
Raymond Hlangu, Durban, South Africa, senior, said yesterday that the commemoration of the anniversary made the people of South Africa continue the spirit of the struggle. The various gatherings that were held would continue to unify the people, he said.
Hiangu said the ban on news coverage was not fair to the people outside of the country. He did not know exactly what had been happening in the country since President Piether Bitter hailed a state of emergency Thursday and banned reporters from entering Soweto.
The government called the nationwide emergency in anticipation of rioting by blacks.
The number of deaths reported since the emergency was called is 31. A government spokesman reported that 21 blacks were killed by other gunmen during a shooting but by security police, and three were shot by a car bomb in Durban.
But Hlangu said there was no proof that the government figures were right.
He said he was glad the people did not take to the streets and confront the police.
"The police are always waiting." he said. "Past experience is that the demonstrators get shot at by the police."
Hlangu said news coverage of the commemoration helped make other people more aware of the situation in South Africa. The people in the country who had never gone on strike could see the others taking part and ask themselves why the boycotters were doing it, he said. They would question the underlying cause for unrising
If they can read more about it they will know more. Hlangu said. "They will answer the question themselves see the unifying factor." Hlangu said.
Nana Ngobese, Durban, South Africa, graduate student, said the situation in her homeland was appalling. She could not contact her relatives Monday, but phone lines have since been reconnected.
"It's like a pot boiling at 1000 degrees Fahrenheit," she said.
Eventually, the lid will blow up. United Press International supplied some information for this story.
Cow-tippers never cry over spilled milk
By Piper Schofield Special to the Kansas
They were free from the stresses that plague most of us. A cow never had to worry about establishing credit or maintaining a sanguen. They chewed cud and got milked. That's what being a cow was all about.
Cows used to have a rather easy life.
Cow-tippers now lurk in the fields, and the cows are getting nervous. Cow-tippers move in the dark of night and knock napping cows over.
Cow-tipping is a trend not quite as visible as the loud-colored shorts seen everywhere. Tired of the ordinary nighttime entertainments, cow-tippers say they are in search of something different.
Mark Pusateri, Topeka sophomore, is a cow-tipper. Pusateri
Livestock made laughing stock
said that cow-tipping was an easy sport to become involved in because it required no preparation or special equipment.
Pusateri said that when he wanted to tip a cow, he simply looked for a dark field with a good selection of sleeping bovines. Then he approached the targeted cow as quietly as possible.
Once the cow-tippers have gotten close to the slumbering beef, they run full-force and throw themselves into the pit. They knock it over on its side, Paddy. Wade
At least that's how it's supposed to happen. Pusateri admitted that he hadn't tipped a cow himself, but he knew friends who had.
"I've never been able to push one over," Pusateri said. "I try to sneak up on those suckers, and they just run away."
"If you plan for it, you never end up
Clark Massad, Oklahoma City sophomore, said he was also a cow-tipper.
Massad said one advantage of cow-tipping over other entertainments was that a cow-tipping expedition would be able to constantly be everything in cow-tipping.
If Fusarieri were driving around in the daytime and happened to see a field with cows, he said, he would try to remember the field so he would know where to find cows when he needed them.
Bill Sheehy, Ft. Leavenworth
Junior, said he had thought cow-
tipping was a myth, like snake hun-
ger, out with some cow-
tipping friends.
A wise cow-tipper should try to pick out a target that is not too large and looks as if it couldn't move very quickly. The farmer always an easy task in the dark.
going," Massad said.
"It's important to make sure they're asleep," Sheehy said. "Some of them sleep standing up they're so stupid."
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Sheehy said he and his companions had, on one occasion, unwisely selected a cow that was only pretending to sleep.
"It didn't do too much. Scared the hell out of us though," he said. "It
See Cows, p. 5, col. 2