Today in History Highlights From December Dates
On December 16 1773 American colonists dumped tea into Boston Harbor to protest taxes. Oliver Cromwell became lord protector in 1653 guiding England Scotland and Ireland. The Battle of the Bulge began in 1944 with a German counterattack in Belgium. A 1960 collision over New York City killed 134 aboard United DC-8 and TWA Super Constellation.
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Anthony Hamilton sticks to roots to rise in R&B
Singer Anthony Hamilton stays true to gritty gospel infused soul despite setbacks. He pursued heartfelt life songs over radio trends, finally gaining mainstream success with 2003's Coming from Where I'm From and the hit Charlene. Now promoting Ain't Nobody Worrying he blends spirituality with personal growth, aiming to encourage through music.
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Live or fake Christmas tree question prompt
Readers weigh in on whether they prefer a live Christmas tree or a fake one and share their views at the online poll. The brief asks for opinions and directs to the LJWorld on the street page for responses.
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Subscriptions and redelivery policy notice
Subscription contact and hours plus in town redelivery guarantee. For issues with delivery call 832 7199 before 11 a.m. weekdays or noon on weekends to ensure same day redelivery within town. Includes billing vacation and delivery information.
Journal Worth Contact Details For Readers
Contact the Journal Worth with story ideas via email at news Iworld or through the site feedback form. Local news lines include city government county government and Lawrence school notes with specific numbers and department extensions.
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Editorial Contacts and News Partners List
Editor contacts for Dennis Anderson Bill Snead Mike Shields Ann Gardner Tom Keegan Mindie Paget Jon Niccum Mark Fagan and News Partners 6News World Online plus advertising and classifieds contacts. Includes emails and phone numbers for newsroom staff and partners.
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Foxy Brown to undergo hearing restoration surgery next year
New York rapper Foxy Brown disclosed six months of silence from voices, plans surgery early next year to restore hearing after sudden loss during album sessions. She appeared with Russell and Kimora Simmons and attorney Joseph Flaming, while medical details remain private.
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Russell Simmons
Kimora Lee Simmons
Joseph Flaming
Joseph Tacopina
Manhattan
Laura Arias
Notable Birthday List Delights Fans Across Ages
Actor Benjamin Bratt turns 42 while CBS anchor Lesley Stahl reaches 64. Ben Cross is 58, Billy Gibbons of ZZ Top hits 56, and Bill Bateman of The Blasters is 54.
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CBS News
Lesley Stahl
Ben Cross
Billy Gibbons
ZZ Top
Bill Bateman
the Blasters
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