727 moves toward new life as home
Laurel Oregon AP Brynce Campbell 49 an electrical engineer bought a used Boeing 727 to convert into a bachelor apartment. The jet was moved from a muddy field near Hillsboro airport through downtown to a neighbor’s property 12 miles south. It was towed by a semi truck at up to 4 mph. Crews left the plane partially in the Denfelds driveway 400 feet short of its planned resting place as asphalt proved insufficient.
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Man Moves Decommissioned 727 to Hillsboro Yard
Campbell buys a Greece decommissioned 727 for 100000 and plans to live inside it on his 10 acre parcel near Hillsboro. The aircraft was moved with three trucks to a gully behind his barn and will be outfitted with a bedroom bathroom and workshop. Reattaching the wings and adding gravel for support will cost about 25000 and may include a deck.
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China rescinds Disney ban and plans Mulan release
Beijing ends dispute with Walt Disney Co over 1996 Dalai Lama controversy. Disney will screen Mulan in more than 100 cities this month and explores a southern China theme park plans. The move follows high level talks in Beijing and a damage control push to restore access to the Chinese market.
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German election shocks Schroeder coalition in Hesse
In Hesse, the CDU led by opposition parties won 44 percent, while the Social Democrats gained to 39 percent and Greens fell to 7 percent. The result threatens the governing coalition's Bundesrat majority and delays key legislation. Frankfurt's non German population noted.
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