12 Sep 1999
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Newspaper
Lawrence Journal World
Location
Lawrence, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Sep 12, 1999
Page
1
About 100 patrons at a Hong Kong restaurant fled in terror when several debt-collectors released 28 nonpoisonous snakes and grasshoppers from bags. A woman was carried out in tears as police sought the culprit and motive. A snake handler was summoned to round up the reptiles.
Health officials report three deaths and six additional mosquito borne encephalitis cases since September in Manhattan and Queens. Mayor Giuliani urged calm as residents face pesticide use. Malathion spraying targets neighborhoods with three hour warning for residents. Separate feature notes Power Wheels Harley Davidson mini bike by Harley Davidson and Fisher-Price hits market at $200 to $225 for children with two 6 volt batteries and adjustable speeds.
In San Juan crowds cheered freed Puerto Rican nation alists as patriots, with airport guards posing for photos and children presenting flowers. The activists, tied to over 100 USS bombings, vowed restraint under Clinton clemency terms, reporting to probation while noting press scrutiny and a stifled voice.
President Clinton and Chinese leader Jiang Zemin agreed to reopen negotiations over China's bid to join the World Trade Organization. Officials caution progress may be slow, with talks resuming as early as Sunday and broader dialog likely to continue beyond a quick accord.
U N spokesman David Wimhurst quoted refugees alleging the Indonesian army and militia attacked and slaughtered refugees in Dare, East Timor, near Dili. The report notes urgent calls for international intervention as the U S suspends $100 million in arms sales and considers aid for a U N peacekeeping force.
Actress Geena Davis will enter the six day Sydney International Golden Arrow archery event as a wildcard. At 43 she has no Olympic bid but seeks competition after taking up archery two years ago and finishing 29th at nationals. Davis missed Olympic selection and heads to a test event this month.
Phil Wilke presents a synthesis of wire reports from J-W, detailing notable events, updates, and scores gathered from multiple agencies. The compilation provides concise coverage across beats, emphasizing timely facts and named entities where available.
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