Cronkite undergoes quadruple heart bypass surgery
Walter Cronkite, age 80, underwent a four to five hour quadruple heart bypass operation at New York Hospital after clogged arteries were found during a routine checkup. An aide said the surgery went extremely well and the doctor was pleased. Cronkite retired as CBS Evening News anchor in 1981.
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Paulsen Battles Brain Cancer in Mexico Treatment
Comedian Pat Paulsen, 69, a Smothers Brothers sidekick and spoof presidential candidate, has inoperable brain cancer. He responded poorly to standard therapy and sought treatment in Mexico with his family’s support. Paulsen rose to fame in 1968 with his Straight Talkin' American Government bid and later appeared on the ballot in 1972 and four other campaigns, mixing satire with politics.
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Jet flap inspection ordered after wing piece falls off
FAA issues emergency directive requiring takeoff and landing flap inspections on about 200 Boeing 767s within 15 days after a 21 foot flap segment detached from a Delta jet near Dallas Fort Worth. Delta reviews remaining 61 jets. no injuries reported.
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Gephardt lays groundwork for 2000 presidential bid
In a tour of Iowa and New Hampshire Gephardt frames his work around 1998 House gains rather than a 2000 run. He says the trip aims to recruit Democratic House candidates, while observers note possible long term benefits in a primary and potential bid against Gore. Gephardt has visited Iowa and New Hampshire multiple times and plans more stops.
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