18 May 1998
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Newspaper
Lawrence Journal World
Location
Lawrence, Kansas, United States of America
Date
May 18, 1998
Page
1
Two brothers from Tonganoxie were killed when a metal bin they hauled touched a power line. The tragedy prompted calls for safety checks and electrical line awareness in the area.
Dr. James Sullivan, an AIDS vaccine volunteer, says the epidemic is extremely real to him, having witnessed thousands of deaths. He speaks from Page SA about the urgent human impact and the need for vaccines and research.
Sun drenched Campanile Hill hosts more than 10 000 spectators as KU graduates descend into Memorial Stadium. Steve Arkin quips about removing his daughter's tuition support while families celebrate in lively, revelry filled procession with decorated mortarboards and playful pranks.
KU Chancellor Robert Hemenway delivered a farewell to graduates at Memorial Stadium as the 126th commencement honored students with remarks on the value of a KU degree. He cited economists and quipped about Bill Gates, urging grads to seek truth and earn their one million, while noting the Endowment’s interest in contacting them.
Los Angeles reports a first success of targeting defective cancer genes. Herceptin lengthens life for some terminal breast cancer patients driven by HER-2 gene copies. Researchers call it paradigm changing, with future drugs aiming at genetic flaws. Overviews note broader research and upcoming market potential.
In 1996 to 1997 Wichita saw murders rise from 24 to 32 while aggravated assaults climbed to 1,481 from 1,298. Topeka murders fell from 17 to 8, yet aggravated assaults increased from 863 to 979. National crime trends softened overall with declines in murder and other violent offenses.
At a Birmingham summit leaders urged Pakistan not to respond to India's nuclear tests. Strobe Talbott voiced concern over renewed tensions as rumors of Pakistani testing circulated. Clinton and Blair called for restraint while major powers blocked a coordinated embargo plan.
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