14 Apr 1997
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Newspaper
Lawrence Journal World
Location
Lawrence, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Apr 14, 1997
Page
1
Residents at Eudora Nursing Home have enjoyed weekly visits from Duster the Lhasa Apso Shih Tzu mix since 1993, a longtime program that brightens days and boosts morale.
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The Bureau of Justice Statistics reports the 1995 violent crime rate fell 12.4 percent from 1994, the largest drop since the survey began 24 years ago. Suburban declines were broad, with notable reductions in aggravated assault among whites and blacks, while officials cite the 1994 crime act as a factor.
Tax preparers offer extended hours ahead of the income tax deadline. Pat Duerksen of H&R Block at Westridge notes many clients bring corrected W-2 and K-1 forms. Debra’s Tax Service cites deductions like personal property taxes and credits. The IRS allows four private delivery services for timely filing. USPS and other offices also stay open late Tuesday.
Pope John Paul II appealed for forgiveness and unity in Bosnia as he preached peace to tens of thousands. He urged Muslims, Serbs, and Croats to build a coexisting future, calling Sarajevo a symbol of 20th century wars and urging rights, work, and refugee returns for all Bosnians.
U S attorney general Janet Reno is to decide today if an independent counsel will be appointed to probe Democratic fund-raising and possible foreign contributions. House Republicans say she should seek outside investigation to avoid conflicts of interest and hint Reno may resign if she cannot act against the White House.
Washington reports nationwide 20 percent decline in welfare caseloads with some states cut by more than 40 percent. Fewer recipients ease allocation of federal funds and pressure to place people in jobs as states prepare to implement sweeping welfare law changes.
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