11 Nov 1997
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Newspaper
Lawrence Journal World
Location
Lawrence, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Nov 11, 1997
Page
1
In Washington, Senate action makes it a federal crime to make own or sell devices used to clone cellular telephones. Senator Jon Kyl notes drug traffickers and others caused over 650 million in fraud and costs in 1995. Exceptions cover legitimate police and industry use.
New York City art world notes a Christie’s auction led by Pablo Picasso works from Victor and Sally Ganz. The sale total reached 206.5 million dollars, with Picasso pieces alone accounting for over 164 million and eight of the top ten works.
President Clinton entertained guests in the room where Lewis and Clark plotted their expedition as Ken Burns presented Lewis and Clark The Journey of the Corps of Discovery at a White House reception. Notables included Matthew Broderick Adam Arkin Sarah Jessica Parker Charles Robb and Stephen Ambrose.
Judge Zobel vacated the second degree murder conviction of Ms. Woodward after finding her actions were marked by confusion and immaturity rather than malice. Prosecutors plan an appeal as Sunil and Deborah Eappen condemn the decision and await further rulings while she remains in Massachusetts.
Britons react with euphoria to Louise Woodward’s sentence of 279 days already served after being found guilty of reduced manslaughter in the United States. Supporters in Elton Cheshire vow to press for exoneration while awaiting U.S. court action, with protests and fundraising continuing.
The NAACP will pursue the resignations of four national board members amid admitted or alleged financial improprieties. Chair Myrtle Evers-Williams said the actions aim to protect the organization's reputation and move swiftly, with investigations also covering the New York state NAACP chapter led by Hazel Dukes.
NASA astronaut Gernhardt urged students to pursue math and science as he described a 1995 shuttle flight and life in zero gravity. He noted health and potty procedures, discussed moon goals, and outlined his background in oceanography and deep sea diving while stressing the value of education.
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