U S troops to withdraw from Haiti as UN force readies
U S military forces in Haiti are already being drawn down and a United Nations peacekeeping force is expected to take over in four to six months. Officials testified before Congress that the reduction targets remain on track with the cap at about 6,000 by the UN handoff, while withdrawals continue.
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Grassroots lobbying groups flood switchboard to block reform
Grassroots activists use fax machines, computers, and the airwaves to overwhelm Capitol Hill, challenging President Clinton's lobbying reform agenda. The surge of calls underscores a tech savvy activist network surpassing traditional lobbyists in influence on Washington policy.
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Lobbying reform bill blocked amid right wing push
Ralph Reed led a broad coalition against a lobbying reform measure that would require strict lobbyist reporting and bar gifts. The Senate rejected a filibuster 52 46, stalling the bill with GOP and some Democratic support for a waning session.
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Tower rises with kids in mall parking lot
Dae Crry Virginia artist Mondoga builds a 40 foot Tower of the Potomac from driftwood at Potomac Mills Mall. He guides children in knot tying and in art without planning, praising non Euclidean forms amid shoppers and TV viewers.
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National Temperature Extremes Reported
The Associated Press notes extreme temperatures with a high of 101 degrees at Lajitas Texas on Thursday and a low of 25 degrees at West Yellowstone Montana on Friday. The report highlights a broad swing in temperatures across states.
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Lawrence Five Day Outlook With Lake and Road Notes
Lawrence five day outlook shows Thursday high 84 and low 66 with 66 overnight. Precipitation none. month to date 1.48 inches. year to date 37.68. Clinton Lake level 876.25 normal 875.5. Perry Lake level 891.45 normal 897.5. Road reports via Journal-World Access line 865 5000 category 6799. Moon phases listed with last half October 27 and first half October 11.
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