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Common criminalsEugene's city code contains numerous eccentric laws, many of which are violated dailyby Jason ReedLook around Good Times' spiderweb-decorated porch, and you can't miss the cigarette smoke, colorful drinks and knock-off designer purses. But what you may not see is the illegal gambling that takes place at the bar on a Friday night. The pool players who hide their wagered money in inconspicuous slots in pool tables are officially breaking the law, according to Eugene's city code. |
New budget reform proposal 'sweeping'The proposed Clark Document amendment would keep student fee allocation in the ASUO's handsby Robert D'AndreaStudent government leaders presented a sweeping budget reform proposal to University administration Monday night that would change the structure of how the ASUO allocates money and alter the Clark Document for the first time in 12 years. ASUO President Emily McLain and Student Senate President Athan Papailiou presented the proposal at an annual meeting with University administration mandated by the Clark Document, which gives the ASUO the power to allocate student fees. |
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Government study rates depression in careersArchitects, engineers and surveyors found to suffer the least from depressionby Jill KimballAt 2 p.m. Sunday afternoon, architecture student Stephen Kirmse cheerfully wheeled his bike through the foyer of Lawrence Hall and headed upstairs to finish a project. He didn't seem unhappy that he was giving up half his Halloween weekend to study on campus. |
Mayfield lawyer will speak about Patriot Act ruling, civil liberties, and war on terrorIn Briefby Robert D'AndreaOne of the lawyers who represented Brandon Mayfield in his successful challenge to the USA Patriot Act will speak at the law school Tuesday night at 5:30 p.m. in Room 110. Elden Rosenthal will give an hour-long presentation on the ramifications of the Mayfield case on civil liberties, executive power, and the war on terrorism. |
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Global warming activist brings the heat to OregonThe campaign will include a speech by founder Bill McKibben and a march to Autzen Stadiumby Trevor DavisSome students don't see this Saturday's football game as a way to hoist the University into the national athletics spotlight. They see it as a way to spread the word about global warming. Students will march from the EMU to Autzen Stadium this Saturday as part of "Step It Up 2007," a grassroots effort to encourage congressional action on global warming. |
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