Latvia’s Janis Lusis Reflects On Record Javelin Throw
Olympic gold medalist and Latvia’s “Sportsman of the Century” Janis Lusis, visiting MIT for JayFest 2002, discusses his 90.1 meter Olympic record in Mexico City 1968 and his life as a coach, noting his Latvian identity despite competing for the Soviet Union and his pension from the Russian Army.
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Janis Lusis
Latvia
the Herald
Janis
States
Mit
Somersworth
Imants Miller
Mexico City
Tokyo
Jorma Kinnunen
Finland
Riga
Moscow
Munich
Global water trade shapes Hampton and New Hampshire
Aquarion Water Works now under Kelda Group control faces local uproar amid E coli scares and vandalism. A new U S A Springs aims to bottle 439 000 gallons daily from Nottingham and Barrington for European sale. Water stock gains ride drought signals and NAFTA WTO rules constrain local protections.
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Aquarion Co
Hampton Water Works
Aquarion
American Water Works Co
Kelda Group
New Hampshire
Hampton
U.S.A. Springs
Nottingham
Barrington
Europe
Nestle
Coca Cola
Pepsi
United States
Jeanne Shaheen
Wall Street
Christian Science Monitor
Guy Halverson
U.S
Greater Nashua
Pennichuck
Philadelphia
Vivendi
Shaheen
World Trade Organization
WTO
Night of 190 Stars Lights Up Middle School Dance
Eighth graders of the Class of 2002 receive color star acknowledgments as parents prepare the gym for the big celebration. The scene captures the care, craft, and teamwork behind decorating the school for the annual last-day dance.
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Tex
Remembering Ann Landers and Eppie Lederer’s kindness
A brief tribute recalls how Eppie Lederer known as Ann Landers, remained warm in person despite fame. The author credits Landers with helping her syndicated career, promoting books, and sending encouragement notes, contrasting public persona with private warmth.
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Eppie Lederer
Ann Landers
Eppie
Chicago Sun-Times
Dear Eppie A Letter From a Broken Heart
A writer recalls sending a final note to Eppie Lederer known as Ann Landers, lamenting illness and the immeasurable impact of her column. The message honors her achievement and the deep bond with readers, noting her unique place in journalism history.
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Eppie
Bob Greene
Eppie Lederer
Ann Landers
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