Today in History highlights key Civil War, royal, and reform milestones
On June 19 1865 Union General Granger announced Texas slavery abolition. The list notes 1862 territorial abolition, 1910 Fathers Day first celebrated in Spokane, 1917 Windsor name adoption, 1934 FCC creation, 1964 Civil Rights Act Senate passage, and 1977 Pope John Neumann canonization as first male U.S. saint.
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John Neumann
House Democrats push to expand intel briefings to 40 lawmakers
The House Intelligence Committee weighs a plan to broaden access to top secret briefings from the current Gang of Eight to about 40 members of the House and Senate intelligence panels. The move seeks to restore congressional oversight after years of White House secrecy and expanded agency surveillance power and interrogation tactics.
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Senate Intelligence Committees
George W. Bush
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High court rules convicts lack right to DNA tests
The Supreme Court 5-4 decision says a convicted rapist has no constitutional right to test biological evidence from his Alaska trial, leaving access decisions to states. The ruling follows the federal appeals court finding a right to testing. Alaska lacks a DNA access law alongside Massachusetts and Oklahoma.
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Oklahoma
Innocence Project
Cash for Clunkers program clears Senate vote
The Senate approved a government incentive plan offering 3500 to 4500 dollars to buyers trading in gas guzzlers for fuel efficient vehicles. The measure faced a Republican bid to kill it, with support from Obama and Biden pressing wavering Democrats. Senator Debbie Stabenow backed the proposal, while opponents warned of higher federal debt and limited impact.
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New York Pilot Dies Mid-Flight On Continentals 61
The veteran Brussels to Newark captain, 60, suffered an apparent heart attack mid flight. Dr Julien Struyven said the pilot was clinically dead when he arrived to help. A relief pilot landed the Boeing 777 safely at Newark Liberty on schedule.
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Kelly Cripe
Clinton to undergo surgery for broken elbow
Hillary Rodham Clinton will have surgery soon to repair a broken elbow after a fall in the State Department garage. A State Department spokesman said no date is set yet but the procedure is expected within the coming week. Clinton was working from home and canceled public appearances, including a World Refugee Day event with Angelina Jolie.
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PJ. Crowley
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Italy
Greece
Angelina Jolie
Washington
Crowley
U S boosts Hawaii defense amid North Korea threat
U S forces deploy ground based missiles and radar around Hawaii amid reports North Korea may test fire a Taepodong 2 toward the U S islands around Independence Day. U S officials warn of possible escalation while UN sanctions tighten.
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Hawaii
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Seoul
South Korea
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U.S. Islands
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Robert Gates
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Wash
North Korea baring chemical arsenal rivals nukes in threat
Analysts say Pyongyang holds 2500 to 5000 tons of chemical agents including mustard gas sarin and phosgene able to be delivered by missiles and artillery. The International Crisis Group warns these weapons rival North Korea’s nuclear program and urges renewed diplomacy and a high level envoy. Russia and China press Pyongyang to return to talks amid regional tension.
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International Crisis Group
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Think Tank
U.S
Washington
Barack Obama
Lee Myungbak
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Moscow
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Far East
Local feedback and contact numbers list for Lawrence Journal-World
The notice provides contact lines for Local news City government County government Kansas University Lawrence schools Consumer affairs Sports Arts and entertainment Letters to the editor Obituaries Health Transportation and photo reprints. It also lists outside Lawrence and a general email for ideas.
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Kansas University
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Newspaper Staff Contacts and Subscription Help Line
Editor contact details and newsroom staff names are listed with phones and emails. Subscription and delivery support lines are provided with weekday and weekend hours and a redelivery guarantee information.
Today’s Poll: Vitamin Supplements Question Result
Readers weighed in on Thursday with a simple Yes or No. The poll shows Yes as the winner for taking vitamin supplements, reflecting public interest in dietary health. The source lists a questionable web address and a terse tally.
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