History in Brief: Blackout, Fires, and Global Shifts
On November 9 1965 a Northeast blackout hit seven states and parts of Canada, lasting up to 13 and a half hours leaving 30 million people without power. Other noted dates include 1872 Boston fire destroying nearly 800 structures, 1935 formation of the CIO, 1938 Kristallnacht, 1963 Japan coal dust explosion and train crash fatalities, and 1989 East Germany opening borders and Berlin Wall celebrations.
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Oil spill fouls coastline after container ship collision
An estimated 58 000 gallons spilled after a container ship struck a Bay Bridge tower in fog. The slick stretched to Stinson Beach and eight beaches in San Francisco and Marin counties were closed. Coast Guard officials said the hull was gashed but the bridge remained intact.
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FEMA bars workers from stored travel trailers in New Orleans
FEMA orders employees away from roughly 70,000 trailers in storage nationwide amid formaldehyde concerns, while over 48,000 trailers in use aid hurricane victims in Louisiana and Mississippi. Spokeswoman Mary Margaret Walker says the rule does not apply to in use trailers. Occupants seek relocations and hundreds sue manufacturers over health risks from the campers.
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Mukasey Confirmed Attorney General After Senate Vote
Senatorial vote seals Michael Mukasey as the 81st attorney general to replace Gonzales. He faced questions over waterboarding and its classification as torture. The 53 to 40 result reflected party divides but broad support from Republicans.
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Pakistan president orders detentions as Bhutto's house is surrounded
Musharraf yielded to U S pressure and says Pakistan will hold elections by mid February while cracking down on Bhutto supporters. Police surrounded Bhutto's home amid mass detentions and planned protests in Rawalpindi and Islamabad. Bhutto claims the move is vague and demands Musharraf give up his army post within a week.
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Journal-World contacts and newsroom directory
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Poll on Sebelius wine comments stirs Kansas readers
Readers respond to Kansas governor Kathleen Sebelius remarks on wine. The poll asks if she is right or wrong with drink guidance and whether KU should add Friday classes to curb Thursday drinking. Votes may be viewed at the site for more responses.
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