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Newspaper
Lawrence Journal World
Location
Lawrence, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Apr 25, 2004
Page
1
A maritime attack in the Persian Gulf killed two U S Navy sailors as attackers detonated explosive laden boats near oil facilities. Across Iraq, violence left at least 33 Iraqis and four American soldiers dead in a new tactic targeting the oil industry.
General Richard Myers, chair of the Joint Chiefs, defends U S military actions in Fallujah as humane while noting higher risks for troops. He cites anti coalition forces using ambulances mosques and human shields with civilians including women and children in danger. A separate note mentions a senator defending the Patriot Act.
Former Mayor Marty Kennedy welcomed the Lawrence City Commission move toward direct democracy by backing a public referendum on a smoking ban in all places of employment including bars and restaurants. Other officials cited procedural limits and Kennedy regretted not pushing the idea in 2002.
Lawrence girl Paulina Cooper, 6, diagnosed with an inoperable brain tumor, enjoys a family trampoline granted by Make A Wish Foundation of Kansas. Volunteers and locals organized a joyful birthday party with Jumping model from Icon Health Fitness, Top Step Gymnastics, Glory Days Pizza, and support from family and friends.
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