Puck to oversee Governors Ball post Oscars scene
BEVERLY HILLS AP Wolfgang Puck has been cast as chef for the Academy Governors Ball to keep the official party prominent on Oscar night. Ball chairman Alan Bergman aims to protect the A list event, following Spago’s go-to bash after Irving Lazar’s death. In New York Tupac Shakur remains jailed on abuse charges with bail disputes. in Los Angeles Kevin Bacon talks Alcatraz role for Murder in the First opening nationwide January 20.
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Legends of the Fall leads box office with 14 million
In its fourth week, Legends of the Fall tops U.S. and Canada theaters earning 14 million over the holiday weekend. John Singleton’s Higher Learning opens strong, while Demon Knight and Dumb and Dumber also chart. Exhibitor Relations totals cover weekend results across studios and locations.
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HUD blueprint to cut 60 programs into three by 1997
HUD unveils the Reform Plan to overhaul operations and consolidate 60 major programs into three mega block grants by October 1997. The plan aims to save $1.5 billion, shift to Performance-Based Funds, and empower local leaders with flexible, demand driven funding while reshaping public housing and FHA.
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Lawsuit denial highlights defense rights in Minnesota case
In St Paul Judge Rosas refused Erlinder permission to appoint his preferred lawyer after allegations of domestic assault against fiancee Jeanne Chacon. Chacon later claimed the accuser was a child, raising questions about credibility and charges. The case underscores contentious defense representation in domestic violence proceedings.
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Simpson accused of first wife abuse in court papers
Prosecutors allege OJ Simpson hit his first wife Marguerite and that he called her on the day he was to surrender for murder charges claiming he was framed and wanted to kill himself. The filing seeks her testimony to show a pattern of domestic violence linked to the Nicole Brown Simpson case as opening statements approach.
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Red Cross volunteers drive aid for California flood relief
Red Cross volunteers mobilize across California and Kansas opening 70 shelters with 6 active, providing 23,000 meals as American public donations and time flood aid. People can support by contributing to the American Red Disaster Relief Fund at local chapters or mailing to the Disaster Relief Fund P.O. Box 37243 Washington D.C. 20013.
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Snakebite death at church linked to serpent handling belief
Dewey Bruce Hale, 40, died at home after being bitten by a rattlesnake he brought to New River Holiness Church in Enigma Georgia during services. Sheriff says death ruled accidental. witnesses note belief in Holy Spirit allowing serpent handling. Hale’s cousin cites past bites and healings among congregants.
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Boy on Bike Robs Citizens Bank in Georgia
An 11-year-old boy armed with a .38 caliber pistol robbed a Citizens Bank in Sandersville, then escaped on a bicycle. Most money recovered. Police seek an adult male accomplice. the youth is jailed awaiting transfer to a juvenile facility. witnesses said he wore a ski mask during the 12:30 p.m. event.
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Pete Price
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Ottawa plans zoning changes for two parcels
Public hearing set February 8 1995 at 7:00 PM in City Hall Ottawa Kansas before the City Planning Commission to rezone two parcels from Service and Suburban to multifamily use. Parcel one is 10 acres in Franklin County east of the 1600 block Eisenhower. parcel two is Lot 49 County Clerk's Subdivision Number 1 at 410 W 19th Ottawa.
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