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Newspaper
Lawrence Journal World
Location
Lawrence, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Jan 03, 1999
Page
1
Fragmentary text notes more than 100 fireworks and two armored carriers stored near a large fallout shelter at a ranch. Names, dates, and precise locations are unclear in the readable portion.
Exiled Saudi billionaire Osama bin Laden hints in a Time interview that he instigated the embassy bombings in Africa. He acknowledges instigation but denies direct involvement, while U.S. officials had indicted him for masterminding the attacks that killed 224 people.
A U.N chartered C-130 was shot down near Huambo with eight aboard including one American. The crash occurred after takeoff and left several crew and staff feared dead or missing. UN flights suspended through Monday as UNITA comments are sought and earlier crash survivors are questioned.
President Clinton seeks a $12 billion down payment and about $100 billion more across six years to keep the U S military the world’s most powerful fighting force. Sen John Warner questions the delta, while lawmakers say the request falls short of needs for troops and modernization. The push follows Joint Chiefs of Staff recommendations for steady annual increases amid post Cold War cuts.
The July 20 People issue features Barbra Streisand with James Brolin, marking the magazine’s best selling issue of 1998. Other strong sellers include True Stories from the Titanic survivors, Bruce Willis Demi Moore split, Sonny Bono tribute, and Diana’s death anniversary.
Phil Wilke compiles a concise report from W Wire Reports summarizing recent events and notes. The item highlights key facts and names involved, providing a quick, era-toned snapshot suitable for a newspaper card.
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