On This Day History Highlights From 1746 to 1981
Key events include Princeton receiving its charter in 1746, Garnerin's parachute descent in 1797, Cézanne's death in 1906, Hoover's 1928 rugged individualism speech, Floyd's 1934 death, Kennedy's 1962 Cuba blockade, Apollo 7 recovery in 1968, the Shah’s 1979 travel to New York, and the PATCO decertification in 1981.
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Iran
GazetteOnline
Associated Press
Actress Phyllis Kirk Dies at 79 in California
Phyllis Kirk known for House of Wax and The Thin Man TV run died at 79 from post‑cerebral aneurysm complications at the Motion Picture and Television Country House and Hospital in the San Fernando Valley. Dale Olson confirmed the death on Thursday.
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Calorie Consciousness Behind Portions Questioned by Chefs
A survey of 300 restaurant chefs nationwide finds calorie counts little influence on portions. Only about one in six deem calories very important, while half say calories do not matter. Doctors warn diners may gain weight as a result during the Obesity Society meeting. Riverboat passengers in Henderson report flu like symptoms as health officials investigate.
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Two candidates blast ad over phone sex accusation in Syracuse
In Syracuse the two congressional hopefuls Michael Arcuri and Ray Meier denounce a national Republican committee ad alleging Arcuri billed taxpayers for a call to a sex line. Arcuri calls the ad libelous and says an associate dialed the number accidentally from a NYC hotel.
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N.Y
National Republican Committee
Arcuri
New York City
Ray Meier
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