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Jeonju News Apr-Jun 2008
Written by admin Thursday, 16 April 2009 16:09
Foreign ESL Teacher Found Dead in Iksan
{June 24, 2008}
A 31 year-old American man who was living in YeoyangDong, in Iksan, was found dead in his apartment, 20 June at 9:00am. Police say he very likely took his own life. His body and locked apartment show no signs of foul play. Police are still investigating the possible reasons for his death.
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Jeonju's Population Now at 633,685
{June 19, 2008}
3,828 are foreigners registered with immigration. The majority of those are Asian migrant workers. Theres a little over 300 ESL teachers registered. The total population is up 6000 (1%) from last year. Read More »
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The Big Show
{June 16, 2008}
Unrequited Love & the Restraining Order played their final show on June 13 at To Be One. Here are some of the highlights:
Rollerskate Skinny
The Midas Touch
Mr. State Trooper / The Letter
English Girl / Stuck in the Middle with You
Susie Q
Burning Down the House
Long Way Home
Dani California
Love Shack
Got My Mojo Working
Outlaw Blues
Help Her Take Her Son Home
{June 13, 2008}
An American woman whose 14-year old son died in suspicious circumstances in a public bath house near Daegu about a month ago, is in a tight situation. She has run out of money paying for the morgue fees during the investigation. They want to have their son cremated and brought to the US. People have been raising money and still need to raise about a million won. To donate:
S. Micheal White Fund
Daegu Bank
080-10-004509
More info on Facebook or mightiemike.com
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Anti-US beef Activists Now Have a Martyr
{June 11, 2008}
The JeongEup man who set himself on fire two weeks ago in Jeonju to protest at a deal to resume US beef imports, died in hospital Monday from the results of his burns. He gave his life repelling an invasion of foreign cows.
The issue is still heating up, and deep-rooted issues are fanning the flames. Here's more.
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102 Year Old Jeolla Herbal Doctor on Trial
{June 9, 2008}
Chang Byeong-du doesn't have a licence, but he has healed many. The gov't can't just let any quack sling herbs; but the community is rallying behind this man, busted for practicing medicine without a ticket. He is appealing for a speedy resolution, since he ain't gettin' any younger.
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Korea's Mt.Jiri Makes Lonely Planet 'Bluelist'
{June 9, 2008}
The influential travel guide chose the 12 best worldwide sites for viewing endangered species and was listed Mt. Jiri (Jirisan) as the place to go in October. The last of the Manchurian black bear are there.
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Jeonju Hanji Dress Catches Eyes in London
{June 5, 2008}
Perhaps the city's recent application for a patent on Jeonju's Hanji paper was well-advised as the multi-million dollar fashion industry looks Hanji up and down for the first time on a London catwalk this week.
Read the Article »
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English Teachers Form New 'Union'
{June 3, 2008}
While not everyone works in a hagwan, this association would like members from the entire spectrum of the foreign ESL community. It is a legally recognized representative group. ATEK: Association for Teachers of English in Korea has a website on which you can apply for membership, if you're interested. No money is involved. KAFLA is not interested in dialogue with ATEK about "common goals."
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When a Candle Just Isn't Enough
{June 3, 2008}
At 5:50 p.m. on May 25, a 42-year-old JeungEup man attempted to burn himself to death in front of COA departmentstore in Jeonju. He had just participated in the candle parade against US Beef. (Apparently he felt very strongly about it.) He lives in JeongEup alone, with no history of mental problems. He receives treatment in Seoul Hangang Hallim Hospital, where he is in serious condition.
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Trial by Jury
{June 3, 2008}
The first jury trial in Jeolla province was held on May 26. Mr. Lee (50), accused of stabbing his ex-wife (37) to death with a knife due to suspicion of infidelity. A senior judge sentenced him to 10 years. The prosecution demanded life imprisonment, while 7 jurors suggested a range from life imprisonment to 10 years.
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James is Outta the Joint
{June 2, 2008}
Jugglin James a.k.a Jimmy the Sock is at large again. He has made several appearances. It is rumored that he might give a departing drama performance next month. He's deciding between several titles, including "It Started in the Back of a Taxi: My Life and Memories of It." or "60 Tips for Learning Korean." or "Hawg-Tied in an Asian Cab: Meditations on Life's Little Surprises." James repeatedly expressed his sincere and overwhelmed gratitude for the donations which granted him early release.
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Chonbuk University Gives Bonus to Outstanding Professors
{May 30, 2008}
To encourage excellence and enchance education and the social environment at the national university. Read the story in Korean here .
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Great Art Exhibition Comes to Woojin Culture Foundation
{May 30, 2008}
Jinbuk dong. (Concrete building on Jinbuk side of Jinbuk Tunnel, and great herbal teahouse on opposite side of stream). Kim Yong-Soo; The Prologue of Fusion #2.Using tree bark and components from dilapitated electronic machines, Fusion Artist Kim expresses love of nature. From a distance the works look like beeeautiful branches of flowering trees and suchlike. Close up you can see the electronic components fusing with the bark and painted textures. Evocative stuff. Hours, 10-17hr daily. Runs till 4 June. This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it
Jeonju City Applies for Patent on Hanji Paper
{May 23, 2008}
In an effort to curb other places from selling "Jeonju Hanji," Jeonju City has applied to patent the name and production method for Jeonju Hanji paper. If awarded, this patent will secure intellectual property rights, advertising, and signage. Perhaps soon we will be encouraged to buy only paper with the Genuine Hanji Advantage or it won't work right. Such a patent would certainly be worth the paper it's written on.
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North Jeolla Province Proudly Sports Ten Olympians
{May 19, 2008}
Read the original article in Korean.
* Jeollabukdo residents; birthplaces in parentheses
Dr. Jim Crane tells of his father Paul S. Crane: A Jeonju Hero
{May 17, 2008}
Dr. Paul S.Crane served Jeonju from 1947 to 1969. He was instrumental in the rise and success of Jesus Hospital, a leader in eradicating parasites from the Korean population, and performed hundreds of reconstructive leprosy surgeries. He served as a translator for President Kennedy once and Johnson twice. He served in Korea as the chief of surgery at the 121st Evacuation Hospital and later as the commanding officer of a real M*A*S*H unit. His son, Dr. James Crane visited Jeonju in May, 2008, with his wife and son, to revisit where he grew up. He was a guest of honor at Jesus Hospital, where he gave an interview about his father, a pillar of Jeonju's - and Korea's history.
See the Dr. Jim Crane Interview »
Read the Transcript »
Read a Summary of Paul S. Crane »
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Jeonju Mail Carrier Lauded for His Kindness
{May 14, 2008}
East Jeonju mail carrier Gwang Ok Lee found an elderly woman who had slipped on ice earlier this year and was laying helpless in the sidewalk while passersby passed her by. He piggybacked her home, then went on his way. She wrote a letter to Korea Post, with the hope of tracking him down to thank him. Some news is good news. Both people's acts are inspiring.
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Jeonju Zoo's Chimp is Getting Married!
{May 14, 2008}
Jeonju Zoo's solitary chimpanzee Kai, born 1995, is going to have a visitor! Everland is sending their female chimp, Liju, born 1999, to spend an undisclosed amount of time with Kai. They will be in private quarters for 10~20 days, starting today. (If the cage is a-rockin', don't come-a knockin') Any offspring will be kept at Jeonju Zoo. Jeonju has tried to stud Kai since 2005 with no success.
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Update on James Molem
{May 6, 2008}
During our visit last Saturday, James mentioned his surprise and gratitude that people should be concerned with his issue. He is kept in solitary confinement for his safety, and is being treated fairly. He has no books, shaver, cigarettes, or coffee. Any of these can be left for him at the jail. Any visitors would be received with appreciation. To visit the jail, you will need about an hour of free time and an i.d. card or passport. You will be directed up some stairs, to a building in which you will approach the first desk (far left) to get a visit number (and submit any packages). It takes about 30 min to see your number on the screen, when you will go to a visiting booth as directed.
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9th Annual JIFF Opens
{May 3, 2008}
The opening ceremony for the 9th annual Jeonju International Film Festival took place at the Sori Arts Center on Thursday. Several notable Korean directors and actors were on hand for the event, including Cannes award winning actress Jeon Do Yeon. The event was capped off with an acoustic performance from the band Ibadi.
195 films from 40 countries are represented in this year's festival, which closes on May 9.
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James Jailed
{April 22, 2008}
James Molem (USA, juggler) is in Jeonju Jail as a result of a three-year-old unpaid fine incurred in Seoul. He has no money and each day in jail will account for W50,000 of his W3 million fine. That's 60 days. Visiting hours at the jail (kyo-so-do) are 9am ~ 4pm. W50,000 will relieve James of a day in the Jeonju Jail. Any donation will be received at J.R.s Saloon or contact Colin at This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it 010.7265.5499
Additional info for Facebookers »
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Avian Influenza Besieges Jeolla Province
{April 22, 2008}
Have you found the poultry places a little roomy lately? On April 1, no joke, H5N1 Avian Influenza strain was discovered in Gimje, just south of Jeonju. Since then, it has spread all over Jeollabukdo and beyond. Authorities believe it was facilitated last week when "a duck farm, located 1.7 km from an infected premise in Gimje, secretly sold birds to a dealer, who 
then drove his truck through quarantine checkpoints to sell them to restaurants in six cities including Jeonju, Jeongeup, Buan and Iksan. Some of the ducks sold to a restaurant in Gimje has tested positive for avian influenza." This is a devastating blow to local poultry farmers. Look, the seafood has no more oil in it, and the pigs and cows are still groovy. Support this sucker-punched economy: Eat a locally-reared carbon-based lifeform today.
Read more information here, or at Joni's blog.
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'Kiss' to Open JIFF
{April 18, 2008}
The Jeonju International Film Festival will open on May 1 with "The Kiss," by Japanese helmer Manda Kunitoshi and wrap nine days later with world preem of anthology "If You Were Me 4."
Between those dates the renamed int'l competition will include Hana Makhmalbaf's "Buddha Collapsed out of Shame" and Lance Hammer's "Ballast" and Ramin Bahrani's "Chop Shop," both from the U.S.
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Killer Road Rage
{April 15, 2008}
On his motorcycle, a 27 year old Jeonju man cut off a 40 year old Jeonju pharmacist. The pharmacist chased the biker for over 3 kilometers, before finally overtaking him and hitting him so hard that a five-car pileup was formed by the impact. The biker was killed on impact. The pharmacist claims to suffer bipolar disorder, but he also admitted, I've always hated motorbikers."
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Santa Slain, Beheaded
{April 08, 2008}
This grizzly scene was what J.R.'s proprietors, Jenny Kim and David Van Minnen discovered upon their return to the pub the day after a hectic night. The fan was also demolished, investigators think this may be a new category of death by fan. Santa's clothing was also open, but the coroner stated that there was no evidence of sexual abuse due to what he called 'acute bodily hollowness." Police seek "Charlie" (Homin), former J.R.'s employee, for questioning since he has not been seen since.
Armchair experts are invited to tour the crime scene at J.R.'s. Crime scene open house hours are 9 p.m. - 2 a.m. all week (except Sun, Mon)
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Fire Rages in PyeongHwa
{April 02, 2008}
Tuesday afternoon, a brushfire ravaged a section of mountain totally encompassed by apartment buildings. Racing to see what looked from some angles like an apartment fire, people and cars jammed into all access roads, causing fire crews to wait out at the main road. Finally, several fire helicopters appeared, and within an hour, the blaze was contained.
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