26 Oct 1997
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Newspaper
Lawrence Journal World
Location
Lawrence, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Oct 26, 1997
Page
1
A marijuana dealer was arrested after a laundry worker found 3 pounds of marijuana in a bag mistaken for clothing in Vero Beach. Police seized 80 pot plants and a growing operation at David Snyder's home, charging him with cultivation and possession. Snyder, 37, faces multiple drug charges as authorities describe the scope of the operation.
Jiang Zemin, 71, in a lavish Great Hall of the People session with U S reporters, signals a conciliatory line ahead of his seven city tour and upcoming state visit. He defends Chinese rule in Tibet and rejects American style democracy for China while pledging openness on a U N covenant protecting economic and cultural rights.
In Indianapolis a four officer trial ended in a hung jury after seven hours Friday and three hours Saturday of deliberation. Prosecutors said they would retry the case. Officers Paul Tutsle Edward Brickley Jr Gregory Gehring and Jason Hansman faced charges tied to a drunken brawl after a minor league game. Lawyers blamed community division and past actions for the deadlock.
Worldwatch experts warn disarmament paradoxically arms civilians with military style weapons. Over 500 million handheld firearms empower criminals vigilantes and private forces while governments buy back and destroy a portion. The report notes rising private security spending and uncertain civilian inventories across nations.
Actress Mira Sorvino praises well crafted horror as instantly memorable while noting audiences flock to scary films this fall. The piece also notes Robert Wise receiving AFI lifetime achievement honors, a Howdy Doody auction topping $300,000, Celine Dion’s shoe obsession, Alyssa Milano’s Melrose Place return, and Kirstie Alley’s busy year with Veronica’s Closet.
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