July 16 1945 Alamogordo atomic test marks world first
Today in history notes the United States detonated its first atomic bomb in the Alamogordo desert New Mexico on July 16 1945. It recalls major milestones including District of Columbia founding in 1790 1935 parking meters first installed in Oklahoma City 1964 Goldwater nomination quote extremism in the defense of liberty is no vice and moderation in the pursuit of justice is no virtue 1969 Apollo 11 launch Cape Kennedy first manned moon mission and 1999 Kennedy Jr plane crash near Martha’s Vineyard Massachusetts.
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Militants Attack Iraqi Recruits Amid Offense Fears
Bombings in Baquba kill at least 28 and strike in Mosul kill a dozen, targeting Iraqi police and army as U S forces report a single soldier death. Diyala’s strategic role near Baghdad underscores concerns over militant regrouping amid planned operations.
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Israel moves Lebanese prisoners for swap over soldiers
Israel moved five Lebanese prisoners to a border base before dawn as it prepared to exchange them for two Israeli soldiers captured by Lebanese guerrillas two years ago. In Lebanon, Samir Kantar faced a hero's welcome after a 1979 rampage conviction as Israel approved the deal to obtain the soldiers' bodies, Ehud Goldwasser and Eldad Regev.
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Obama and McCain clash over Iraq policy in heated exchange
Obama calls Iraq a costly distraction that must end and focuses on Afghanistan while McCain argues the US must prevail in Iraq. They spar over Pakistan targets, with Obama proposing action if Pakistan fails to act and McCain accusing him of sounding tough. Public polling shows mixed views on leadership and Iraq strategy.
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Congress Overrules Bush on Medicare Doctor Pay Cut
Congress easily overrode President Bush to shield doctors from a 10.6 percent Medicare reimbursement cut set to begin July 1. The House vote was 383 to 4 and the Senate 70 to 26 confirming the veto override amid pressure from doctors and elderly patients. The plan funds the reversal by trimming private health plan spending for seniors and disabled.
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Lawrence Journal-World Contacts and Customer Help Lines
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Douglas County Fair poll and August primary voting query
Read at ljworld.com for today’s poll on favorite Douglas County Fair attraction including food derby animals exhibits music tractor pull. Also polling on participation in the August 5 primary with the banner winner and link to see more responses and vote.
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