First North Pole claim by Peary Henson Sauits in 1909
April 6 1909 explorers Robert E Peary Matthew A Henson and four Sauits reportedly reached the North Pole a claim later disputed yet upheld by the Navigation Foundation in 1989. The history also notes Joseph Smith organizing the LDS Church in 1830 Fayette New York and other 19th century events including Shiloh 1862 and Athens 1896. Congress declared war on Germany in 1917.
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Quebec Armoury collapses in dramatic fire at historic site
A massive fire at Quebec City's 1884 Armoury, home to a Canadian Forces reserve unit, collapsed most of the building leaving only a brick wall and two towers. No injuries were reported as investigators seek a cause while renovations and a 400th anniversary program are affected. A museum housing suspended wood ceiling draws attention amid the blaze.
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French yacht crew captured by pirates off Somalia
France tracks the 288 foot Le Ponant seized by pirates off Somalia with 30 crew including 22 French citizens and Ukrainians. Officials prefer avoiding force, with PM Fillon saying the hostage situation is being watched minute by minute as attackers steer the vessel toward the Somali coast.
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Hollywood legend Charlton Heston dies at 84 in Beverly Hills
Charlton Heston, famed for Ben Hur Moses and epic roles, has died at 84 at his Beverly Hills home with wife Lydia by his side. A longtime SAG and AFI leader and NRA president, his career spanned The Ten Commandments El Cid Planet of the Apes and Khartoum among others.
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Bush and Putin conclude talks amid unfinished business
Bush and Putin meet in a final leader to leader session to address lingering issues in U S Russia relations. They plan a new strategic framework covering security weapons of mass destruction counterterrorism and economic matters while resisting major missile defense concessions.
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Journal World Staff Contacts and Newsroom Lines
The Lawrence Journal World lists contact details for departments including Local News City Government and County Government along with key editors and staff emails. It provides newsroom numbers, subscription help, delivery queries, and redelivery guarantees for in-town readers. It also lists News Partners 6News and Mediaphormedia with contacts and emails.
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Putin wins on NATO expansion clash with Bush and allies
The text describes Putin blocking immediate NATO membership for Ukraine and Georgia after European leaders paused open doors. It notes Bush’s push for rapid inclusion, a Kiev stop, and Putin’s success in convincing Germany and France that admitting the former Soviet states would upset Europe’s balance, leaving Ukraine and Georgia pledged for eventual alliance membership.
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