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Newspaper
Lawrence Journal World
Location
Lawrence, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Mar 16, 1996
Page
1
A famed socialite and antique shop owner, linked to late eighties bribery claims, details a sensational scandal that toppled a judge. The aide’s confidante recounts alleged quid pro quo for sparing indictments, fueling a major political uproar. See story page 2A.
Prosecutor Christopher Darden delivers a scathing critique of the O J Simpson trial and its participants, labeling the collective effort a failure. The remark reflects tensions on page 4A of the report.
Susan von Struensee invented a husband to deter prank calls and to keep her phone book entries realistic. Now the nonexistent Wilhelm has sparked junk mail and telemarketing, drawing complaints to the Massachusetts Commission Against Discrimination as she described how the ruse affects her.
Tempe Arizona seven Kansas University band members joined the chrome dome club to back the Jayhawks in the NCAA Tournament. They cheered GO KU as KU crushed South Carolina State 92-54 in the first round at University Activity Center. John Kline, former KU player, 1939 to 1941, attends games and recalls the old era. The next game is against Santa Clara at 4 p.m. Sunday.
Taiwan denounces Beijing’s scare tactics as China extends eight day drills off its coast and plans a new 11 mile from Taiwan islets maneuver. Beijing aims to influence the March 23 presidential vote while the U S deploys carriers and warships to deter an attack.
The 450 member Duma voted 250 to 98 to denounce the USSR dissolution and to validate the 1991 referendum. Kremlin critic Yeltsin condemns the move as a bid to disrupt the June 16 presidential vote. Zyuganov calls it restoration of historical truth amid a heated campaign.
Two studies, one in Rhode Island and one in Germany, link shorter height in men to greater heart disease and higher blood pressure. The Rhode Island study found men under 5 foot 5 have double the risk of heart disease, while those over 5 foot 10 have 60 percent lower risk. Researchers caution risk is not destiny and advise addressing other factors like weight and blood pressure.
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