Milestones in U S History May 15 Through 1988
May 15 1918 marked the start of U S airmail service linking Washington Philadelphia and New York. 1911 saw Standard Oil dissolved as a monopoly under the Sherman Antitrust Act. 1942 wartime gasoline rationing began in 17 eastern states limiting nonessential vehicle use to three gallons weekly. 1963 L Gordon Cooper launched Faith 7 in the final Project Mercury flight. 1972 George C Wallace was shot in Laurel Maryland while seeking the Democratic nomination. 1988 the Soviet Union began withdrawing troops from Afghanistan after eight plus years of invasion.
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Palm Bay arson probe targets man linked to wildfires
Authorities questioned 31 year old Brian Crowder after a resident saw him throw a bottle containing flammable liquid from a car, sparking a small blaze that was put out quickly. Investigators say 20 homes have burned and 140 structures damaged since Sunday, with losses around 9.6 million dollars.
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Woman pleads guilty in Spitzer prostitution probe
Terneka Rachelle Lewis pleaded guilty in a federal probe linked to former Gov. Eliot Spitzer, admitting money laundering and promoting prostitution for the Emperor's Club VIP booking ring. The 32 year old faces a plea deal requiring records, grand jury testimony, and inquiries into her role arranging dates between the agency’s workers and wealthy clients.
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Chicago to lift foie gras ban amid restaurant push
Chicago City Council repealed the two year old foie gras ban amid protests from animal rights activists. Restaurateurs led by Didier Durand of Cyrano's Bistrot celebrate, plan to resume serving the dish once the repeal takes effect later this month.
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China's Sichuan quake toll rises as rescue expands
The 7.9 magnitude quake cripples roads and towns in Sichuan. Nearly 15,000 dead and 26,000 buried as relief efforts, aided by helicopters and ships, race into the epicenter. State media cite 10 million affected. Zipingpu Dam reports cracks and water release.
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Bush seeks peace as Mideast violence flares during visit
President Bush voiced optimism on Middle East peace amid Gaza rocket fire and threats of Israeli retaliation. Two militant groups claimed responsibility for the Ashkelon attack that wounded at least 14, while Olmert pledged steps to stop the violence during Israel's 60th anniversary events. The White House blamed Hamas for the strikes as Bush, praised as Israel’s ally, reflected on U.S. recognition of Israel in 1948 and the enduring friendship with the country.
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Newspaper staff and contact lines for Kansas city editors
Lists editors and contacts for Dennis Anderson Caroline Trowbridge Ann Gardner Tom Keegan Jon Niccum Mark Fagan Terry Rombeck and News Partners 6News Mediaphormedia with phone lines and emails plus delivery helpline 832 7199 for redelivery and subscription details.
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Poll choices on creepy insects and Self project impact
Wednesday poll asks how Bill Self involvement could affect Lawrence athletic and wellness facilities project progress. Readers invited to vote at ljworld.com with options including Ants Bees Cockroaches Flies Mosquitoes Spiders Ticks None of the above. The poll highlights public opinion on local development and university influence.
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