04 Oct 1997
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Newspaper
Lawrence Journal World
Location
Lawrence, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Oct 04, 1997
Page
1
The Promise Keepers plan to gather hundreds of thousands of men on Washington D C's National Mall for a Stand in the Gap rally described as a giant outdoor church. The movement grew from 72 men in 1990 to over a million in 22 stadium rallies last year, with plans for today’s event highlighted.
President Bill Clinton, age 51, was fitted with high frequency inside-ear hearing aids during a six hour physical. Doctors reported excellent overall health, 20 pound weight loss since last year, improved cholesterol to 179, and a benign chest cyst pending test. He has a long history of gradual hearing loss.
Atty Gen Janet Reno extends the preliminary investigation into Vice President Al Gore's fund raising and delays a decision on appointing an independent counsel. The probe will run 60 days, after investigators already studied 30 days of Gore's 46 calls from the White House office. Gore defends his actions as legal, while polls reflect damage to his image.
Congress debates a plan allowing states to place their own artwork on the coin’s reverse starting in 1999 with a Washington design and five new coins minted yearly. Proposals include Chicago’s Jordan, California bas relief, and New Jersey ideas, while the federal view cites potential $1 billion savings from souvenir 50-state sets.
Barely five weeks after Princess Diana died in Paris a rush of Diana memorabilia hits shelves. Books coins stickers and videos flood markets as producers rush to cash in on the global tribute boom. Merchandise creators claim a lasting Diana brand will boost tourism and fashion while profits soar with projects including a Diana logo and endorsements.
Kansas University alumnus James Still, a screenwriter playwright and actor from Paola, is chosen for a potential film adaptation of The Velocity of Gary. Director Dan Ireland promises support as Still navigates a crucial career crossroads while awaiting the project’s next steps.
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