Timeline items from history events and dates
On Oct 2 1967 Thurgood Marshall sworn in as associate justice. The first Texas Revolution battle occurred near the Guadalupe River as Mexican troops withdrew. In 1919 Wilson suffered a stroke. In 1941 German drive on Moscow. In 1950 Peanuts syndicated to seven papers. In 1958 Guinea proclaimed independence. In 2006 a milk truck driver hostage incident at Nickel Mines Amish schoolhouse.
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Obama Leads McCain Amid Financial Crisis and Poll Shift
Barack Obama gains a seven point lead over John McCain one month before the election, aided by voters who see him as better able to shepherd the nation through the financial crisis. Polls show Obama 48 McCain 41, with Obama leading in Ohio Florida Pennsylvania and Iowa. Western intel notes Pakistan ISI ties to the Taliban, including bombs and possible training. GOP strategists fear slipping chances as economic woes deepen and Palin faces skepticism.
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US General Urges Fast Troop Build in Afghanistan
Gen David McKiernan urged the US and allies to rush more troops to Afghanistan as fighting could worsen before it improves. Defense Secretary Robert Gates pressed for immediate weapons and equipment, including surveillance drones and armored vehicles, to meet the urgent need. The Associated Press obtained details of the briefing.
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Canadians Dampened by U S Debate Clash with Canadian Event
Canadians worry that the English language Canadian election debate airing at 8 pm CDT will clash with the U S vice presidential showdown between Sarah Palin and Joe Biden. Analysts note strong interest in U S race this year, amid gender and race historic dimensions. Citizens like Steve Weiner and Denis McGrath express intent to follow both events.
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Retirement fears grow as markets erode nest eggs
Americans face delayed retirement as Wall Street turmoil erodes savings. An AP-GfK poll found 55 percent fear having to work longer, with Denise Edwards, 62, planning to work a decade more. Market losses press 401(k)s and pensions shift risk to individuals amid stagnant IRA values and rising debt.
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Center For Retirement Research
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Remote logon helps victim find thief
White Plains AP report says laptop owner Jose Caceres used a remote access program to monitor his stolen computer and alerted police, leading to the arrest of a 34 year old male suspect. Caceres, 27, left the laptop on his car in White Plains in early September and initially found no clues. The suspect provided a name and address when registering on a website, enabling police to arrest him for grand larceny.
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Journal News
Community contact guide for Lawrence Journal-World staff
The Lawrence Journal World lists contact options for story ideas and feedback across departments including Local News City Government County KU Lawrence Schools Business Sports Arts and Entertainment along with obituaries letters to the editor and photo reprints. Phone numbers for each section are provided.
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Local newsroom contacts and delivery helpline list
Editorial and news staff contacts for LJWorld and partners are listed with phone numbers and email placeholders. Includes editors Dennis Anderson Caroline Trowbridge Ann Gardner Tom Keegan Jon Niccum Terry Rombeck Jonathan Keating and News Partners 6News Cody Howard Mediaphormedia Dan Cox plus circulation Chris Bell Tony Berg classifieds hotline and subscription reminders with delivery hours and redelivery guarantee details.
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Tonight debate focus poll on Biden and Patin issues and behavior
Readers weigh in on what to watch in the vice presidential debate with Joe Biden and Sarah Palin. Voters consider issues, interactions, support for running mates and candidate personalities as animal crime penalties prompt questions. Cast votes at LJWorld.com.
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