Fund raising marathon by a columnist challenges readers
A columnist announces a six week fundraising marathon in which daily pledges support the author's writings. The piece lampoons fundraising tropes, offers humorous anecdotes, lists premiums, and warns of political consequences if the column ends. The call remains open for readers to pledge with traveler's checks and other incentives.
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Elle
Public Television
Radio
National Security Council
Ollie North
S.J. Perelman
Perelman
Taipei
Lord Palmerston
Queen Victoria
Palmerston
Vanna Whiteville
Correction notice for Memorial Day services at Czech National Cemetery
The Gazette notes a correction: services at the Czech National Cemetery will be today at 2 p.m. rather than Monday. The paper will address complaints about accuracy and publish corrections when needed. Phone 398-8313.
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Czech National Cemetery
SCORE banks on experience
SCORE emphasizes experience in helping start ups as retired executives share their know how. The piece notes SCORE members are experienced but not active in business and can advise beginners who lack mentors.
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Pickpocket Advice for Travelers From a Former Security Agent
Practical tips help tourists safeguard luggage and valuables while vacationing. A former security agent outlines simple steps to reduce theft risk, emphasizing awareness, securing bags, and avoiding distractions. Stay vigilant in crowded areas and use anti-theft devices where possible.
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Leisure
Miss Universe Pageant Show To Include Ah Ling Orangutan
The 1987 Miss Universe telecast Tuesday features Ah Ling the orangutan alongside the world's beauties. The producer says the ape will "put a new frosting on the cake" and does not represent any nation. Leisure, page 3F.
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Ah Ling
Leisure
Australia’s McCullough Novel Shapes Pop Culture
Colleen McCullough’s The Thorn Birds blazed a trail for Crocodile Dundee and Rupert Murdoch, putting Australia on the literary map. The author, described as a “jolly fat person,” reflects on writing as a painful process amid fame.
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Colleen McCullough
Crocodile Dundee
Rupert Murdoch
Australia
McCullough
Leisure
Homeowners See Lawn Care as Personal Reflection
Ellen Henke a lawn and garden consultant says homeowners view the lawn as a reflection of themselves and yardwork has become a popular leisure activity. She offers tips to achieve greener grass for readers on page 3B.
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Ellen Henke
Henke
Framers Looked Toward Future at 1787 Convention
The Gazette launches a series on the Constitution’s 200th anniversary noting that the framers, including James Madison, planned a lasting national government beyond the moment of 1787. This is a U S page 7A feature.
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James Madison
the Gazette
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Law to balance state boards may push women out
A new state law aiming to balance sexes on Iowa boards will cause some women to leave their posts as men fill vacancies. Iowa Commission on the Status of Women will gain more male appointees under the measure.
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Iowa
Against all odds baby survives to 11 and excels
Jason Ellsworth born premature with a 10 percent survival forecast defied fate. Now eleven, he is a prodigy at singing and piano with celebrated talent highlighted by a Parade feature.
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Jason Ellsworth
Ellsworth
Parade
PTL auction raises over $150000 for ministry in Fort Mill
The financially troubled PTL ministry raised more than $150000 at a charity auction in Fort Mill aided by 900 bidders. Highlights included a 1927 Franklin car selling for 27000 and an air conditioned dog house at 4500, with proceeds aimed at a 10 million goal by May 31.
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PTL
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Falwell
Mark DeMoss
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Franklin
Fred Day
Pineville
N.C
Main Street
Heritage USA
Day
Richard Manlove
Seaford
Del
Kathy
Bakkers
Tammy Faye Bakker
Manlove
Bud Brown
Charlotte
Brown
Laura Whyley
Three Wendy's workers shot to death in Fort Lauderdale
In Fort Lauderdale Florida three Wendy's employees were found shot dead before opening hours. Day manager William Schmidt 46 and worker Michael Peters 22 were named as victims. a 19 year old female employee was identified only as the third victim. Police had no suspects and were examining the scene.
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Fort Lauderdale
Fla
Ott Cefkin
Cefkin
William Schmidt
Michael Peters
Actor Alejandro Rey Dies at 57 in Los Angeles
Argentine born actor and director Alejandro Rey died in Cedars-Sinai Medical Center after a battle with cancer. He was 57 and had become a U.S. citizen in 1964. Rey played Carlos Ramirez on The Flying Nun and appeared in over 50 films and multiple TV series.
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