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Newspaper
Lawrence Journal World
Location
Lawrence, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Jun 26, 1998
Page
1
The Shear Water, a 165 foot fishing vessel near Rodanthe, ran aground with 600 tons of menhaden rotting, creating fears of methane gas. It was towed free on high tide after delays, the crew restoring power as it moved to deeper water.
The CDC reports 1997 syphilis cases at 3.2 per 100000, the lowest since 1941 tracking began. The decline follows peak years of 1986 and 1990, with states like Maryland, Mississippi, and Tennessee among higher rates and five states reporting no cases.
Northern Ireland voters went to the polls to elect a 108 member assembly as part of a peace settlement. Mary Alice Moore, a Catholic, cried at voting for both Catholic and Protestant candidates, saying the moment proved peace is possible in a divided land. The election aims to implement governance on education housing and health while parties from Sinn Fein to Paisley's DUP contend with potential gridlock. Voters voiced a universal desire for peace as the path forward after decades of conflict.
The House passed the IRS Restructuring and Reform Act of 1998 by 402 to 8, aiming to strengthen oversight and taxpayers rights in collections. President Clinton expected to sign. the measure follows two years of congressional effort after funding cuts and a bipartisan commission report.
Linda Tripp, central figure in the Lewinsky affair, will testify to a federal grand jury starting Tuesday for several days. Attorneys say the move signals Starr’s investigation nearing its end as Lewinsky cooperation remains unresolved.
A Make-A-Wish recipient in North Carolina enjoyed a Beverly Hills lunch with Leonardo DiCaprio, receiving a signed shirt and photos amid a day of star encounters. Other items note Kevin Costner in Portland, Johnny Cash's Nashville return after illness, and Geri Halliwell’s makeover and Sammy the terrier in Dr Dolittle publicity.
Elizabeth Taylor plans a November return to moviemaking as she reprises Ingrid Bergman's role in a remake of The Visit. Her representative said the project is not a farewell, joking she will likely give many more farewells over the years. Also noted are birthday mentions for Robert Davi, Chris Isaak, Patty Smyth, Mark McKinney, and Chris O'Donnell.
Phil Wilke compiles wire reports from -W to summarize regional highlights, including notable events, brief updates, and community notes across multiple towns and organizations for the latest bulletin.
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