Historic Trials and Debates Mark Washington History
On October 7 1929 former Interior Secretary Albert B Fall faced trial in Washington charged with taking a bribe from Edward L Doheny. Fall was convicted later and served nine months in prison. Also noted are the 1777 Battle of Saratoga opening and Burgoynes surrender, 1858 Lincoln Douglas debate in Galesburg, and 1960 Kennedy Nixon second televised debate in Washington.
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Obama approval nudges up as Afghanistan war support wanes
An Associated Press-GfK poll shows Obama's job rating at 56 percent, up from 50, with gains in views on the economy and health care but continued doubts about the Afghan war. Lawmakers honor the Dalai Lama as Obama postpones a Beijing meeting, while North Korea signals readiness for six party talks. A Nashville mother is reunited with her newborn after abduction and custody scare.
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Australia lifts rate seen as sign of global recovery
The Reserve Bank of Australia raised its benchmark rate, the first major economy to do so since the financial crisis, signaling confidence in a global recovery. Economists doubt the Fed or others will follow soon, while Australia’s stronger commodity markets support a healthier world economy that could aid U.S. exports.
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Obama weighs Afghanistan troop plans with no firm signal
President Obama declined to commit to a troop increase or a rapid drawdown in Afghanistan after a lengthy White House meeting with lawmakers. He indicated no timetable for action while emphasizing a strategy to keep al Qaida from using Afghanistan as a base. Top commander Gen McChrystal has urged more troops, with discussions noting possible additions around 10,000 to 40,000, but no decision was announced.
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Journal World contact directory and newsroom lines
The notice lists newsroom and department contacts for Journal World including Local news City government County government Kansas University Lawrence schools and obituaries with phone numbers and emails. It also provides subscriptions and delivery help with hours and guarantees.
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Do you consider yourself healthy poll result
Readers answer two polls with online voting. The first asks if they feel healthy, while Tuesday’s poll compares preference for a successful high school football team versus a successful marching band with 61 percent and 38 percent respectively.
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