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Newspaper
Lawrence Journal World
Location
Lawrence, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Jan 06, 1998
Page
1
NBC reportedly agreed to a 30 million deal to air the 1997 film Titanic five times over five years, with a decision on airing in one or two nights. The movie has earned over 150 million at the box office in three weeks, making it an expensive acquisition.
The FAA says random alcohol tests will cover at least 10 percent of safety and security staff this year, down from 25 percent. Alcohol violations stood around 0.06 percent in 1995 and 0.08 percent in 1996, with the drug testing rate unchanged at 25 percent. Michael Eisner defended Disney’s creative content amid a Southern Baptist boycott, noting no earnings impact as revenue hit $22.5 billion in 1997.
Geraldine Ferraro 62 announces candidacy for U S Senate in New York, aiming to unseat Alfonso D Amato. She positions health care reform and education aid as priorities, faces Rep. Charles Schumer and Public Advocate Mark Green in a Democratic primary, following a recent statewide poll showing D Amato ahead. Ferraro quit CNN Crossfire amid the campaign, while D Amato has a history of strong late surges.
Jurors in the Terry Nichols case began five hours of deliberations on whether to impose the death penalty or life in prison without parole for the 1995 Oklahoma City truck bombing. Prosecutors argued Nichols knew the bomb could kill and did not care, while the defense urged the jury to resist anger and grief amid the emotional testimony.
Bernard Berenson helps bring Lorenzo Lotto to U S audiences with his first National Gallery of Art show featuring 51 works that blend piety and whimsy. Critics note Lotto’s quirky humor remains intact in depictions such as an altar supported by four feet and a lamb eyed Christ child, with little explanation for the odd motifs.
Grandpa Jones hospitalized after fainting at the Grand Ole Opry House in Nashville. Baptist Hospital says he is in stable condition in ICU after tests. Sinatra to receive Award of Merit for contributions to American music. attendance at the ABC ceremony in doubt. Scott Baio rumors of death circulate amid Hollywood chatter. Imelda Marcos returns to the Philippines after glaucoma treatment in the United States. Emma Bunton sports tattooed stage name. George Segal comments on being labeled a hit. L.A. Confidential named best movie by critics. Scorsese and others honored for their work. Birthdays listed for DeLorean, Doctorow, Bonnie Franklin, Nancy Lopez, Minghella, John Singleton, Eric Williams, Loretta Young, and Malcolm Young.
Susan Hess compiles a brief wire repair report, summarizing outages, responder actions, and timelines. The item lists repair crews, locations, and estimated restoration times, reflecting an organized consolidation of field notes and status updates.
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