Woman jailed over eight dollar library fines in Kansas
State police in Haysville near Wichita arrested Jackie Hazen after a police officer claimed an outstanding warrant for overdue library fines. Hazen, stunned, was held three hours as a friend posted bond, with library officials saying she and her children owe about $40 on seven unreturned books. She is due in court later this month.
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Haysville
Kan
Jackie Hazen
Hazen
Wichita
Prison guard freed after storming wing at Fort Leavenworth
Inmates at the U S Disciplinary Barracks stormed a wing and freed a hostage guard after five hours. Four guards and three inmates were injured. no prisoners were found with weapons. The disturbance, described as spontaneous, followed a dress code violation and involved windows broken and extinguishers discharged.
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Fort Leavenworth
Kan
Military Prison
U.S
Janet Wray
Pfc
Thomas Enochs
No. 3
Wray
Man dies in hotel fire in Manhattan Kansas
Richard Mitchell Jr. of Manhattan died after a Westwood Hotel fire trapped him on the second floor. Firefighters entered after heat reduced and found him. an electrical short between the first and second floors caused about 93,000 dollars in damage.
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Manhattan
Kan
Richard Mitchell Jr
Westwood Hotel
Fire Department
Mike Heptig
Mitchell
Heptig
Kansas City lands 1998 National Baptist Convention
Kansas City officials signed contracts with National Baptist Convention USA leaders to host the 1998 gathering. Mayor Emanuel Cleaver and Henry Lyons announced the agreement, calling the convention a highly sought event for African-American churches. The convention counts about 8.5 million members across black churches nationwide.
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National Baptist Convention USA Inc
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Henry Lyons
Cleaver
Bombing at Tel Aviv mall kills at least 11 and wounds many
A Hamas suicide bomber exploded outside Tel Aviv's Dizengoff Center, killing at least 11 and injuring more than 100, including children in holiday costumes. Israel's army radio put deaths at 18 in total across several attacks over nine days, with Hamas claiming responsibility.
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Tel Aviv
Israel Army Radio
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Jerusalem
Clinton pledges aid as Israel bombings kill eleven
President Clinton condemned the Tel Aviv mall attacks that killed at least 11. He said those responsible must be held to account and pledged U S help to Israel to stop the killings and bring the killers to justice. He urged PLO leader Yasser Arafat to do more to curb violence and expressed deep anger.
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Clinton
Israel
United States
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Tel Aviv
Ottawa Rotary marks 75th anniversary banquet celebration
Ottawa Rotary club celebrated 75 years of service with a banquet at Ottawa University attended by over 100. H Lydick praised George Marshall for research work on the anniversary. Max Friesen, district governor, lauded the club and noted strong foreign exchange programs with students from Belgium to Poland. New member Ed York received a Rotary pin and plaque.
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George Marshall
George Marstall
Lydick
Max Friesen
Rotary International
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Turkey
Netherlands
Paraguay
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Brazil
Poland
Bob Shields
Ed York
Intrust Bank
Shields
York
Chicago
Paul L. Harris
Dole refines bid amid tough campaign and war memories
Senate leader Bob Dole seeks a finer balance in his presidential bid after a rocky stretch. He highlights World War II injuries and working class roots, aiming to connect with voters while adjusting staff and tone. He notes South Carolina win boosts momentum but laments Iowa and New Hampshire misses.
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Associated Press
Ashington
Bob Dole
Dole
Senate
South Carolina
Iowa
New Hampshire
Clinton
Kansas
Supreme Court Expands Government Power to Seize Property
The Supreme Court, in a 5-4 decision, allows forfeiture of property tied to crimes, even where owners are partially innocent, boosting police power for prosecutors. In another ruling, 6-2, the court says the government need not reimburse two claimants. The term also notes Agent Orange litigation and a Maine tax exemption study for summer camps.
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Yashing Wiken
Supreme Court
Michigan
Agent Orange
Maine
Random Acts of Kindness by Joe Connaway
Joe Connaway has given away more than 500 toy cars and trucks to children during Christmas for the last several years. Nominated by Helen Hood, with a report form available at local Ottawa locations including Wal-Mart Country Mart Amoco Town County Supply and several businesses and offices.
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Ottawa
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Country Mart
Amoco
Town & County Supply
John Brockway
Brown's Shoe Fit
Chris
Horseshoe Cafe
North Main
North Casey's
City Hall
Edward D. Jones
County Extension
Sunflower Plaza
South Poplar
Jeff's Foods
Wellsville
Price Saver
Pompas
Central Heights
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