Aug 5 highlights from history include Liberty pedestal laying
On August 5 1884 the Statue of Liberty pedestal cornerstone was laid on Bedloe's Island New York Harbor. In 1858 Cyrus Field completed the first trans Atlantic telegraph cable. Other notable events include Farragut's Mobile Bay victory in 1864 Monroe death in 1962 a Moscow nuclear test ban treaty in 1963 and Mariner 7 Mars flyby in 1969.
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Senate clears clunker rebates as Sotomayor confirmation looms
Senate advances cash for clunkers rebates up to 4500 before Labor Day to revive auto sales and reallocate funds while Sonia Sotomayor faces confirmation. Reid claims votes for passage as McConnell signals no GOP blockade. Airlines post poor June on time, weather blamed for delays amid severe storms. Sotomayor’s historic nomination sparks praise from Leahy and debate on bias versus moderation.
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Wrong-way crash driver drank heavily and used marijuana
Police say Diane Schuler drove the wrong way on the Taconic State Parkway killing eight, with eight victims including three men in the SUV. A mother of five, she and her 2-year-old daughter died, her 5-year-old son survived. Autopsy found more than 10 drinks and high marijuana levels, a vodka bottle was found at the scene.
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Clinton helps free U S journalists from North Korea
Former President Bill Clinton escorted two freed American journalists Euna Lee and Laura Ling from Pyongyang after Kim Jong Il pardoned them for illegal entry and perceived hostile acts. The release ends a four month ordeal, with the reporters en route to Los Angeles to reunite with families as Clinton’s trip is described as humanitarian.
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Journal World contact lines for tips and departments
The Journal World lists contact numbers for departments including Local news 832 7154 City government 832 6362 County government 832 7144 Kansas University 832 6388 Lawrence schools 832 6322 Consumer affairs 832 7165 Sports 832 7147 Arts and entertainment 832 7178 Letters to the editor 832 7153 Obituaries 832 7154 832 7151 Health 832 7190 Transportation 832 7188 Photo reprints 832 6397 Outside Lawrence 800 578 8748.
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Editorial staff contacts and subscription line
Names and roles of editors and online staff are listed with phone numbers and emails. Subscription hotline with hours and redelivery guarantee is provided.
Poll questions on school return and shelter location
Today's poll asks if you look forward to K12 students returning to school. The Tuesday poll asks if you support relocating the Lawrence Community Shelter to the former Don's Steakhouse. Results show 43 percent for Yes and No, 43 percent for No, 13 percent for Too soon to say. Visit LJWorld.com for more responses and to vote.
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