Poll finds most want Susan Smith death sentence
Newsweek reports that 63 percent of Americans favor the death sentence for Susan Smith after her two sons drowned. The survey of 752 adults taken July 27–28 shows broad support for capital punishment, with 79 percent backing it for Timothy McVeigh if convicted.
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Cochran Critiques OJ Verdict Momentum In Trial Debate
Baltimore dispatch reports defense attorney Johnnie Cochran urging Americans not to judge OJ Simpson without full evidence. He warns the trial could spur anti-defendant legislation, including California Governor Pete Wilson's proposal to allow convictions with only 10 of 12 jurors in nonmurder cases.
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News Updates and Hotline Contact Details
National updates and global briefs available via W Access by dialing 865 5000. National options include 6705 and world options 6700 for the latest breaking coverage.
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Lawrence Area Forecast Summary and Local Weather Details
The Lawrence forecast reports a Saturday high of 95 and low of 68 with no measurable precipitation. Record high 104 in 1935 and record low 53 in 1971. Lake Clinton temp 83 level 875.34, normal 875.5. Perry Lake temp 82 level 891.51, normal 891.5. Access road reports via Journal-World line. main number 865-5000 category 6799. Moon phases listed for August with last half August 18 and new August 26.
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Lawrence Five Day Outlook Sunny and Hot With Warm Nights
Sunny and hot today in Lawrence with a high near 95 and south winds 5 to 15 mph. Skies turn partly cloudy tonight with a low around 68. Partly cloudy Monday with a cooler high near 85 and a Monday night low about 69. Around Kansas forecast follows.
Eagle nest fuels battle over private property rights
Alan and Benny Riggs recount how a bald eagle nest on their Puget Sound hillside property forced an $83,400 lot into a strict management plan. They faced penalties to obtain a building permit and now join a broader national debate on compensation for land-use restrictions. Government rules curb home plans to protect wildlife while property-rights advocates call for payment to owners when regulation cuts property value.
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Hyde Park debates Roosevelt smoking seal amid health concerns
Hyde Park faces a public debate over adopting the Roosevelt silhouette with a cigarette as the town emblem. Health Commissioner Michael C Caldwell warns the symbol promotes a deadly habit, citing local illness history and urging officials to drop the plan while residents vote on four image options.
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