Today in history highlights from 1779 to 1846
On Sept 23 1779 the Bon Homme Richard defeated HMS Serapis after John Paul Jones declared I have not yet begun to fight. In 1780 spy John Andre was captured with Benedict Arnold s West Point plot papers. In 1806 the Lewis and Clark expedition returned to St Louis. In 1846 Neptune was discovered by Johann Gottfried Galle.
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Lost season premiere deep shaft mystery deepens
Viewers watch Jack Locke and Kate descend into a subterranean shaft after the hatch blast. The underground facility reveals a computer room and an enigmatic man with a thick accent. Jack confronts trust and a missing Kate as Walt and Shannon trigger fresh questions about the island.
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Vatican Debate Over Priests Gay Eligibility Sparks Wide Discussion
Readers weigh in on whether the Catholic Church should bar gay men from priesthood. Opinions range from adherence to church doctrine to calls for inclusion and reform, reflecting tensions between tradition and modern rights.
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Clooney denies secret wedding for Pitt Jolie at villa
George Clooney dismisses tabloid claims a secret wedding for Brad Pitt and Angelina Jolie will occur at his Italian villa. He says he would know and there is no plan to marry there. Jolie and Pitt have not confirmed dating, and Clooney declined comment on his friends’ personal lives.
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Garbage singer says breakup rumors are unfounded
Sydney report quotes Shirley Manson of Garbage denying breakup plans as the band nears a break after a long tour. She notes the group canceled October dates in Europe and will end the tour later in September while focusing on new work. She criticizes INXS’s use of a reality show to replace Michael Hutchence. The item also covers Dennis Quaid pledging to return to New Orleans for his film and a Jimmy Kimmel controversy tied to Detroit’s 2004 NBA Finals.
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Contact info and staff directory for LJWorld
A directory of contact numbers and email addresses for Lawrence Journal-World staff across sections Local news City government County government and more. It lists editors reporters and department lines for community news business sports arts and entertainment plus news partners and advertising contacts.
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Celebrities' Birthdays List From Public Figures
Actor Mickey Rooney turns 85 while singer Julio Iglesias reaches 62 and rock icon Bruce Springsteen is 56. Actor Jason Alexander ages to 46 and actress Elizabeth Pena is 44, with singer Ani DiFranco at 35.
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