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University Daily Kansan
Page 1394 from reel: L 3198 (1989-11-15 to 1990-07-25)
https://digital.lib.ku.edu/ku-udk/95581

Title: Plaza's Opening Loses Impact
Summary: Article discusses how the Riverfront Plaza's opening had less impact than expected, with muted crowds and sales, attributed to the staggered opening schedule of stores.
Category: local news
Subjects: commercial development; retail business; local economy
Named Entities: Henry, Sharon [Lawrence resident]; Longhurst, David [plaza manager]
Confidence: 0.85

Title: Group Protests Fur Merchant That May Open Store at Mall
Summary: Protesters demonstrate against potential Jindo Furs store at Riverfront Plaza, concerned about animal welfare and impact on local businesses.
Category: local news
Subjects: animal rights; commercial development; retail business
Named Entities: Bonar, Deborah [protester]; Ungerman, Jane [protester]; Longhurst, David [plaza manager]
Confidence: 0.8

Title: Senate Rejects Bill to Increase State Sales Tax
Summary: Kansas Senate rejects bill that would have increased state sales tax from 4.25% to 5% to fund school district property tax relief.
Category: local news
Subjects: state government; taxation; legislation
Named Entities: Kerr, Fred [Senate Majority Leader]; Doyen, Ross [Senator]
Confidence: 0.9

Title: [advertisements]
Advertisers include: Rudy's; Lawrence Donor Center; Footprints; Pizza Xpress; Body Boutique
Category: advertisements
Confidence: 1.0

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