Rose Kennedy Dies at 104 in Cape Cod Compound
Rose Fitzgerald Kennedy, matriarch of the Kennedy family, dies at 104 from pneumonia complications at the Cape Cod compound. Survived by son Senator Edward Kennedy and daughters Patricia Lawford, Jean Smith, Eunice Shriver, plus Ethel Kennedy and many grandchildren. She endured family tragedy, Catholic faith, and a life lived in the public eye.
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Israel faces deadly blast near Beit Lid
Islamic militants detonated two bombs at a snack bar near Beit Lid killing 19 Israelis and injuring about 60. The attack halted peace talks as PM Rabin chaired an emergency cabinet session and ordered closure of territories, freezing prisoner releases and a Jericho Gaza passage. Perpetrators Salah Shakr and Anwar Sukar identified.
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Cedar Rapids seeks 3700 extra computers for classrooms
Cedar Rapids schools plan to buy about 3,700 computers over four years to boost tech literacy. A public hearing is set for 7:30 PM at the Educational Service Center, with funding via an instructional support levy potentially voted as soon as March 7.
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Levy election set for March 7 in Cedar Rapids district
The Cedar Rapids Community School District plans a March 7 special election on a proposed 10 year instructional support program that would raise about $5.7 million in 1996 97. Officials had announced March 14 but moved the date for convenience, said Linn County Auditor's Office and Superintendent Lew Finch.
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Opening statements loom in Simpson trial
Opening statements in the O J Simpson double murder trial are seen as crucial to frame jurors views. Legal experts note the prosecutors and defense will outline theories and address weaknesses to force a clear narrative for the jury.
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Gable’s Grit Beats Oklahoma State in Iowa Wrestling
University of Iowa coach Dan Gable cites his daughter’s advice as his team defeats Oklahoma State in a high profile meet. Details on page 10. Ruben Garza of Marion faces murder kidnapping and sexual abuse charges in a trial set for today. Details on page 5B. Myron Kloubec builds a high tech fish farm in southwest Cedar Rapids with assistance. Details on page 1B. Gates warns about internet snooping and advises caution when emailing him. Column on page 4C.
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Networks prepare gavel to gavel Simpson coverage
Cable networks Court TV and E! will provide continuous gavel to gavel coverage of the Simpson trial. CNN will offer extensive live coverage. Fox will air a continuous pool camera feed for its affiliates. ABC CBS and NBC will shift to daytime schedules after opening statements with periodic updates and live key developments.
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