Bush to meet Shamir Gorbachev in Madrid talks
President Bush said next weeks Middle East talks mark a first step toward peace and pledged the United States will be an active partner. He will hold private sessions with Israeli Premier Shamir in Madrid and with Soviet leader Gorbachev to discuss nuclear arms and the economy. He aims to be a catalyst while outlining an army initiative and addressing civil rights and economic policy.
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Israel threats boycott of Madrid peace talks
Israel warned it might pull out of the Middle East peace conference if a Palestinian delegate allied with the PLO remains on the delegation. The dispute centers on whether the Palestinian team is linked to the PLO, with Israeli officials warning of nonparticipation if Erakat stays.
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KUMC wins 2.8 million grant for Alzheimer's center
Kansas University Medical Center receives a five year 2.8 million grant from the National Institute on Aging to create an Alzheimer's Disease Center. The center unites researchers from KUMC Kansas City KU Lawrence VA Medical Centers and Eisenhower VA Leavenworth backing a coordinated interdisciplinary program led by Dr. Michael Handler and involving Dr. William Koller among others.
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Boeing winds tunnel site talks move to Lawrence bids
Economic officials review Boeing Co request for proposals as Lawrence considered for wind tunnel complex. Lawrence Chamber of Commerce official Bill Martin notes Boeing seeks detailed information on livability taxes and special incentives. Boeing plans decision in first quarter and wants to see more data by November 4.
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Police keep radar guns despite cancer fears voiced
Lawrence Police Chief Ron Olin said there is no proof radar guns cause cancer and officers will continue using them. Kansas patrol and KU police echo cautious stance, awaiting clear research before any policy change. The department owns 15 hand held radar guns and two moving devices, with no current complaints from officers about the guns.
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Braves crush Twins 14 5 to take 2 2 World Series lead
U N confirms Atlanta won easily with a 14 to 5 rout of Minnesota on Thursday night to move within two games of the title. Official notes mention ongoing nuclear test concerns in the desert before the Persian Gulf War and the verification of findings by inspectors.
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County considers new ambulance services board
Douglas County Commission chair Louie McElhaney proposes forming an advisory board to DCAS for independent policy input. He discussed the idea with DCAS director Ted McFarlane during talks about ambulance equipment purchases and noted long consideration of the plan.
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