Night lights at Wrigley stir old ballpark debates
A Chicago column laments Wrigley Field adding lights for night games, arguing the stadium preserves baseball heritage even as critics claim the change signals an era end. The piece compares Wrigley to Detroit’s Tiger Stadium, noting night games and urban decay shape the era’s mood.
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Mandela Hospitalized in Cape Town for Lung Ailment
Nelson Mandela 70 hospitalized at Tygerberg Hospital for fluid around his left lung. He is reported in satisfactory condition. Mandela’s wife Winnie and daughter Zindzi flew to Cape Town to be with him. lawyer Ismail Ayob spoke to press. In a separate item, Neil Simon filed for divorce from Diane Lander Simon in Los Angeles Superior Court, citing irreconcilable differences. they wed January 13 1987 and separated in June.
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Cher launches Uninhibited fragrance line with bold phrasing
Cher joins Sophia Loren Elizabeth Taylor and Gloria Vanderbilt by unveiling Cher Uninhibited at the Plaza Hotel in New York. She says the scent fits every woman's fantasy and that her own idea could be running naked through the park. Also Amy Carter, Jimmy Carter's daughter, is set to enroll at Memphis College of Art this fall amid denial of any Brown University expulsion.
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Women and Alcohol Health Effects Remain Confusing
The article reviews mixed findings on how alcohol affects women including pregnant women and heavy or light drinkers. It notes ongoing uncertainty with the key phrase may be used to describe potential risks and health outcomes.
Music fashion at a concert creates bold style statements
A lifestyle column explores how concert dressing runs from simple to wildly elaborate, highlighting personal expression through stage outfits and accessories.
Seed corn supplies watched as drought ends worries
Despite drought conditions, concerns about a seed corn shortage for next spring are minimal. Seed corn sellers monitor crop progress closely to gauge availability and prices.
Goodnight Court Faces Juror Fatigue in Courtroom
Legal experts warn jurors often fall asleep during lengthy testimony. They propose practical fixes to keep juries alert and engaged during trials and hearings.
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Son of Admiral Zumwalt dies of cancer at 42
Elmo Zumwalt III, son of the admiral who ordered Agent Orange in Vietnam, died at his Fayetteville home at 42 after a battle with cancer. A lawyer and author of My Father My Son, he was diagnosed with stage 4 non Hodgkins lymphoma in 1983 and later with stage 3 Hodgkins disease.
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Welcome to Johnson County Volunteer Action Center
Julie Johnston shifts from corrections officer and child abuse investigator to coordinator of the Johnson County Volunteer Action Center. Her leadership helps residents access available services and support in Iowa City and surrounding areas.
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Hawkeye Bank Names Young President Ray Glass
Russell Gordin selected 31 year old Ray Glass as president of Hawkeye State Bank. He is believed to be the youngest bank president in the state, with no publicly kept records of prior terms.
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Golden acclaim two books on Jessica Savitch theme
Two books about the late broadcaster Jessica Savitch explore her golden girl image and claim she became a commercial for the American Dream per Leisure, page IF.
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Trains Recreate Early 1900s Cedar Rapids Amana Route
The World Ag Expo in Amana draws heritage rail fans with an excursion from Cedar Rapids to the Amanas. The trips recall a 1905 1907 period when trains ran the Cedar Rapids to Amana route and return.
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Surfer Attacked by Great White Near Klamath River
California surfer is in stable condition after a great white attack at the mouth of the Klamath River. Ranger patrols were ordered as a fisherman reported another sighting 200 yards offshore near Marin County’s Stinson Beach.
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