No to dollars a friend refuses lottery windfall
A column argues money reveals character, not corrupts it. Varying anecdotes from a starving artist and a personal life history reveal money amplifies traits already present. The author cites AARP findings and personal experience to claim wealth changes not essence, then invites readers to respond.
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Iowa woman stunned by convention honor at Republican gathering
Adrianne Lugo of Iowa City was chosen from over 4000 delegates to deliver the official word that Dick Cheney had been nominated. The 37 year old, a Bush campaign co chair in Johnson County, was surprised and unclear how she was selected. Lugo, a former heroin addict who has since built a family and community role, was unable to reach Cheney due to crowded aisles.
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Ford Makes Brief Walk After Stroke in Philadelphia
Former President Gerald Ford, 87, walked briefly and met friends days after his stroke. Doctors expect full recovery and ran tests on tongue swelling not linked to the stroke, with staff urged to resume normal schedule.
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Correction on Iowa county infant mortality rates
The Linn County 1995-97 infant death rate was 7.8 per 1 000 live births and Johnson County 7.9 per 1 000. Other chart figures were per 100 000. The Gazette will publish corrections or clarifications for inaccuracies. Phone 398 8313.
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Internet radio pioneer Barrett at Republican National Convention
Barrett, a former KCRG Radio host, runs 18 hour days at Internet Alley outside Philadelphia’s convention center. He streams political press releases and interviews for PollCast, aiming to emulate KDKA’s first broadcast while eyeing exposure from both parties.
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Gazette promotes farming with soybean ink and recycling
The Gazette highlights agricultural support by using soybean ink and recycled newsprint. It urges readers to recycle newspapers at City Carton location on Sixth Street SW or nearest recycling site.
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