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Lawrence Journal World

Location

Lawrence, Kansas, United States of America

Date

Dec 30, 1996

Page

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Powerball jack pot grows after six-number miss

Iowa players did not match all six numbers in Saturday’s Powerball draw. Those matching five plus the Powerball would have won or split a 5 million prize. The Wednesday prize is estimated at 7 million. Eight tickets matched the first five but not the Powerball, each worth 100 000. Two such tickets were sold in Connecticut and Kentucky. The remaining six were in Iowa Louisiana Wisconsin and Washington DC.

Connecticut Kentucky Iowa Louisiana Wisconsin Washington, D.C

Birthday multi generations and doll bite incident

Margaret Manto turns 44 and welcomes a granddaughter and a baby girl as her family grows. Andrea Muller delivered Madison Bailey at Piedmont Hospital, followed hours later by Mia Nichole born to Mrs Manto. Separately in South Carolina a Cabbage Patch doll allegedly bit seven-year-old Hanna Spears, prompting haircuts and doll destruction amid reports of multiple similar incidents.

Margaret Manto Rock Hill Gail Spears Hanna Spears Mattel

Snowbound Seattle as Northwest hit by major storm

The Northwest endured a second major storm in days with up to two feet of snow heavy rain and winds to 90 mph. Highways collapsed roofs fell I 90 I 2 and US 12 closed by avalanches while the Space Needle shut. Gov Lowry declared a disaster mobilizing the National Guard and emergency crews.

Seattle Northwest Washington Oregon Neil Clement Whatcom Mike Lowry National Guard Space Needle Lynn Blackpool Cascade Range Snoqualmie Pass U.S. 2 Stevens Pass White Pass

Peru rebels shift demands on hostage stalemate

The Tupac Amaru rebels holding 83 officials in Lima hint at a political settlement rather than immediate prisoner release. Analysts note the group seeks to legalize its movement while avoiding concessions by President Fujimori, with talks following a hostage release at the Japanese ambassador’s residence and a call to improve prison conditions for about 400 jailed members.

Lima Peru Tupac Amaru Alberto Fujimori Akihito MRTA Fujimori Shining Path Guatemala

San Francisco Eyes Benefits for Partners in City Contracts

San Francisco plans an ordinance requiring companies that contract with the city to extend health insurance and other benefits to employees' same sex and unmarried partners. The policy, seen as anti discrimination by supporters, faces criticism over cost and feasibility with an effective date about six months away.

San Francisco U.S Dennis Wyss Bank of America Joe Leslie Michael Leslie San Francisco International

Guatemala Ends Long Civil War With Peace Accord

Guatemala and URNG rebels signed a 60 page peace treaty ending nearly four decades of conflict. President Arzu said a new phase begins though polls show many fear violations amid unemployment crime and social issues. The ceremony drew ten foreign presidents and 1200 dignitaries led by U.S. envoy Thomas McLarty.

Guatemala City Ricardo Ramirez Gustavo Por Ras Porras U.S Thomas McLarty Clinton Latin America National Palace Central America Alvaro Arzu Guatemala Guatemalan National Revolutionary Union URNG United Nations Catholic Church Ani Arzu

Oprah Winfrey Named TV Guide Performer of the Year

New York Oprah Winfrey tops TV Guide's Performer of the Year for 12 months marked by high ratings. Guests included Madonna John F Kennedy Jr and the artist formerly known as Prince. Rosie O'Donnell follows for reviving upbeat daytime talk. Ken Wahl jailed in Beverly Hills for threats with a 6 inch knife after bartender refused more liquor. He posted 150000 bail and was released. Wahl cited past alcohol use tied to pain from a motorcycle accident.

New York Oprah Winfrey TV Guide Ms. Winfrey Madonna John F. Kennedy Jr Merly Prince John Lithgow NBC Rosie O’donnell Los Angeles Ken Wahl Mike Partain Beverly Hills Plaza Westwood Wahl Partain

Access Poll Results Reflect Unclear Reader Views

Sunday’s Access Poll shows a small caller response to Peters Access question, insufficient to clearly gauge readers’ views and Ponders.

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