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Newspaper
Lawrence Journal World
Location
Lawrence, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Jun 20, 1999
Page
1
California Republican party leaders voted to replace the winner take all format for the March 7, 2000 primary with a system allowing multiple candidates to share delegates. The 52 to 12 vote aims to force earlier campaigning and broader party support. A legislature and governor must approve by July 1.
Energy Secretary Bill Richardson will launch the Wind Powering America plan at the American Wind Energy Association meeting in Burlington and announce 1.2 million in wind turbine testing grants across 10 states. The plan targets doubling capacity by 2005 and again by 2010, reaching 10,000 megawatts and powering about 3 million homes.
Prince Edward and Sophie Rhys Jones wed at Windsor Castle in a subdued ceremony with 550 guests, avoiding a post wedding kiss and very public exposure. The couple seeks privacy. Edward runs a film production firm and Sophie remains in public relations.
Federal agents hunted arsonists who torched three synagogues in California and suburbs, causing about 1 million dollars in damage including a loss of a rare 000 volume library. Investigators found anti Jewish fliers at two sites and urged tips from the public as more than 100 agents mobilized across western states.
President Clinton urged lawmakers to reverse their vote against gun control, invoking Littleton and the two month anniversary of the Columbine tragedy. He criticized NRA influence and pressed for real legislation to strengthen gun laws while noting the House 280 to 147 defeat of the bill.
Stephen King, 51, was seriously but stably treated after being struck by a van while walking along Route in North Lowell. A dog in the vehicle caused the driver to lose control. King sustained broken bones but remained conscious. He was flown to Central Maine Medical Center for trauma care.
Phil Wilke compiles wire reports from J W Wire for the current edition, presenting a concise digest of national and regional news events, including brief notes on politics economy and society from multiple agencies. The compilation reflects a newsroom workflow compiling diverse sources into a single weekly digest.
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