Today in History June 21 highlights and milestones
On June 21 1788 New Hampshire became the ninth state to ratify the U S Constitution marking its effective start. Cyrus Hall McCormick received a patent for his reaping machine in 1834. In 1963 Cardinal Giovanni Battista Montini became Paul VI after John XXIII. In 1982 a Washington DC jury found John Hinckley Jr not guilty by reason of insanity for the Reagan assassination attempt and related shootings.
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Street Thief documentary probes authenticity and ethics tonight
A&E presents Street Thief at 9 exploring a professional burglar Kaspar Carr through grainy intimate footage. The film questions whether viewers witness real crime or convincing fiction while Ned Beatty and other programs cap the night with CNBC and NBC offerings.
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Springfield towns vie for Simpsons Movie premiere vote
Springfield towns across the nation compete to host the premiere of The Simpsons Movie with a USA Today online vote. Vermont’s Springfield promotes local scenes and a doughnut gag while Massachusetts and Oregon coordinate online input and public events. Voting ends July 9 with the winner revealed July 10 as The Simpsons Movie opens July 27.
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Barker Rosy O'Donnell host chatter fuels no endorsement claim
Los Angeles report notes Bob Barker after 35 years on The Price Is Right said he has no role in choosing a replacement and did not endorse any candidate. Rosie O'Donnell is among rumored contenders along with Todd Newton Mark Steines George Hamilton and John O'Hurley. New York section covers Anna Nicole Smith daughter Dannielynn with Larry Birkhead and Hirsch on her paternity and estate. Boston notes Vatican reversed Joseph Kennedy I annulment. Sheila Rauch confirms ruling and criticizes church influence.
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Journal World News Contact Info and Departments
Local staff and readers are directed to send tips and ideas by email or via the feedback form at the paper's site. Dial numbers for departments include Local news 832-7154, City government 832-6362, County government 832-7168, Kansas University 832-7146, Lawrence schools 832-7151, Business 832-7188, Sports 832-7147, Arts and entertainment 832-7178, Letters to the editor 832-7153, Obituaries 832-7154 or 832-6349, Photo reprints 832-6397, Outside Lawrence 600-578-8748.
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Newspaper Staff Contacts and Subscription Details
Editors listed with multiple names and phone numbers, covering editorial, sports, arts, entertainment, and business. Includes GNews director Cody Howard, Mediapharmedia staff, circulation, advertising, classifieds, and subscription guidance with hours and redelivery policy.
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Poll asks who is the best power hitter
Barry Bonds trails Hank Aaron by 10 homers from 755. The poll asks readers to name the best power hitter among Barry Bonds Babe Ruth Hank Aaron Mark McGwire. City Hall budget shortfall poll asks whether to cut services and directs readers to ljworld com for more responses and voting.
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Birthdays span William Flaherty Lewis figures
Britain's Prince William of Wales turns 25 as comedian Joe Flaherty reaches 66 and singer Brenda Holloway marks a birthday alongside actress Juliette Lewis who is 34.
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