Notable historical moments from December 22 across wars and trials
On December 22 1944 General McAuliffe refused surrender with Nuts during World War II Battle of the Bulge. In 1864 Sherman sent Lincoln a Christmas gift message about Savannah. In 1894 Alfred Dreyfus was convicted over treason. In 1963 a 30 day JFK mourning period ended. In 2001 Richard Reid tried to ignite explosives on a Paris to Miami flight.
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Chavez leads PetrocaribeOil shift with goods for payment option
Venezuelan President Chavez used the Petrocaribe summit in Cuba to push a broader oil lending model that allows countries to repay with goods or services instead of cash, citing Cuba as a model through doctors' services. Rice signaled potential warming ties with Iran, North Korea, and Syria if nuclear demands are met, while Iraq's invasion is noted. Turner's memorial service and Giuliani’s campaign swing add to the day's political and cultural Maine.
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Libya
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Gates notes progress and unfinished business in war year
Defense Secretary Gates marks a year in office noting gains in Iraq while still seeking closure of Guantanamo and capture or death of Osama bin Laden. He expects troop reductions in Iraq, possible small increases in Afghanistan, and calls for allied boosts of trainers and combat forces as he reviews strategies and leadership.
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Donald Rumsfeld
Doctors debunk health myths including eight glasses of water
Indiana University researchers say there is no evidence you need eight daily glasses of water and note many beliefs persist among doctors. They debunk myths on brain usage, postmortem growth, reading in dim light, turkey sleepiness, hair regrowth, cell phone interference, and more while urging ongoing reassessment of medical knowledge.
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Journal World contact info and staff list
Local and regional newsroom contacts are listed with departments for city and county government Kansas University Lawrence schools business sports arts and editors. Names and emails for staff members include Dennis Anderson Caroline Trowbridge Ann Gardner Tom Keegan Jon Niccum Mark Fagan and others. Phone lines are provided for subscriptions and delivery inquiries.
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