Poles Pessimistic On Pope Visit To Poland
In Warsaw less than a week before Pope John Paul II returns to his homeland, Poles express restraint and doubt that his second pilgrimage will improve life under Communist rule. On King’s Road crowds prepare for Mass at the cathedral while a 62-foot cross rises in Praga for Mass in a stadium. A worker notes uncertainty but welcomes the pope, hoping Catholics will be understood.
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Pope Visit Doubts Fade as Historic Moment Near
A lifelong artist recalls the first Polish pope visit as a life highlight when crowds poured into the streets. Three years of labor strikes and upheaval, including Solidarity, followed a year after that visit, and now consensus holds the upcoming visit will occur despite earlier doubts.
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Papal visit marks 600th anniversary of Black Madonna icon
In Poland a papal pilgrimage is under debate as martial law era memories resurface yet a major trip is planned to honor the Black Madonna portrait. Officials and locals weigh timing while observers note the pope’s arrival would symbolize resilience amid political strain.
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Jury convicts Reyes as judge voices no comment on verdict
Prosecutors push for life term while defense urges probation. Jurors say they sought a meaningful sentence and deny bias against the priest, with one juror tearful as the case concluded. The panel asserts the verdict rested on evidence, not sexuality, and notes no mistrial despite accusations.
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Plane Crash Sparks Homes Blaze in Van Nuys California
A light Beechcraft Baron crashed into a residential area in Van Nuys, killing both occupants and igniting three homes. No ground injuries reported. FAA and fire officials described a twin engine Beechcraft Barron BES5 took off from Burbank at 2:25 PM and crashed three miles west. The pilot was believed male and the passenger a woman.
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Houston rejects 2.35 billion rail bond proposal
In Houston, 61.7 percent vote against a 2.35 billion rail transit bond with 494 of 512 boxes counted. Turnout about 10 percent of eligible voters in the 1,275 square mile area served by the Metropolitan Transit Authority. Supporters warned low turnout would doom the plan as the city lacks rail service and has limited bus service.
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Fire on Air Canada flight from Toronto to Bermuda
A passenger sparked a small fire in a rear lavatory aboard an Air Canada jet from Toronto to Bermuda. The blaze was put out quickly and the plane landed safely. A suspect, described as a deportee, was arrested on arrival in Bermuda. His identity and nationality were not released. The cigarette-lit waste paper incident occurred shortly after noon. automatic extinguishers activated and crew prevented damage.
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Mail Subscriptions Rates and Delivery Contact
Daily and Sunday newspaper subscriptions offered at 81.00 for both, Sunday only 5.00. Mail subscriptions include second class postage. Delivery problems should call 337 7314. Daily delivery before 6 p.m. Saturday and Sunday before 10 30 a.m. Prices: 6 months 42.00, 3 months 22.00.
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Weather outlook hot and windy with scattered storms across Texas
A weather summary describes hot mid 90s with gusty southerly winds and partly cloudy skies. Tonight's lows near upper 60s with Monday in the low 90s. Isolated thundershowers lingered Saturday in the eastern half while most areas had 80s.
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Funeral honors 94 Iowa donors buried at Oakland Cemetery
The cremated remains of 94 people who deeded their bodies to the University of Iowa College of Medicine were buried in a service titled In memoriam for those who in death have served the living. Hundreds attended as relatives and medical students honored the donors from across Iowa and heard how the donations aid research.
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