Christopher Reeve Shows Signs of Rehabilitation
West Orange New Jersey doctors report Christopher Reeve making progress six weeks after a horse riding accident that left him paralyzed. He can move his head, chew, and shrug. a plan to use an electric wheelchair for independence begins soon. ventilator weanage discussed without a date. Reeve broke his neck on May 27 during an equestrian event in Armertia.
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Citadel Case Pushes Toward Admission for Shannon Faulkner
Shannon Faulkner and her lawyers press the fight in the Citadel case as the 4th U.S. Circuit rules the all male policy unconstitutional and orders the state to admit Faulkner or provide an acceptable alternative. The Supreme Court petition follows as timelines loom for August action and a proposed $10 million women’s program at Converse College.
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Weather watch for Thursday shuttle launch at Cape Canaveral
NASA kept a close eye on stormy conditions as the countdown neared Thursday’s 9 41 am launch window for Discovery in Cape Canaveral Florida. Weather officer Ed Priselac reported a 60 percent chance of acceptable conditions despite previous delays caused by adhesive foam issues and insulation damage.
Dueling studies dispute estrogen cancer link in menopause
Two studies challenge a prior finding that menopausal estrogen affects breast cancer risk. Janet Stanford of the University of Washington and other lead authors urge more research, while the JAMA report by Stanford argues no increased risk from estrogen alone or with progestin.
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Clinton skips NAACP address sparks mixed reaction in Minneapolis
At the NAACP 86th annual convention in Minneapolis 25000 attendees split over President Clinton not speaking and First Lady Hillary Rodham Clinton slated to address on the last day. Delegate Maggie Chapman questioned the absence while Myrtle Evers-Williams predicted strong female leadership could prevail.
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Defense moves quickly as Simpson trial nears verdict
Five witnesses may testify Tuesday with nine expected today as O J Simpson's defense races to finish the double murder case. Carl Douglas says the team will stay quick concise and to the point. Johnnie Cochran Jr. predicts as many as nine witnesses on Tuesday. Experts say the fast pace signals confidence and organization unlike the six month DA presentation.
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Testimony on timing of OJ Simpson killings emerges
Defense witnesses Danny Mandal Ellen Aaronson and others testified they passed Nicole Brown Simpson's condo near 10:30 p.m. on June 12 1994 and saw no bodies or barking dogs. Prosecutors say killings occurred around 10 15 p.m. Neighbors reported hearing a bark and voices after 10 30 p.m. during a quiet street night. NewsLine updates offer trial information and recorded excerpts from the Associated Press.
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Jurors seated as Susan Smith trial jury panel forms
Susan Smith faces the death penalty trial as two jurors are seated from the pool of 13 after pretrial ruling on competency. Judge William Howard oversaw juror questioning, with 12 jurors and six alternates to be chosen from 105 candidates and both sides using challenges.
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Jury pool up to 8500 for Polly Klaas killer trial
In Santa Rosa California prosecutors prepare for a lengthy jury process in the Polly Klaas murder case with up to 8500 jurors summoned and four months set aside for voir dire. Judge Antolini aims to poll 360, selecting 12 jurors and nine alternates over daily sessions, amid national attention on the case that spurred three strikes laws.
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Pirro A Sons Int Acquired by Service Corp International
Service Corp International announced its purchase of Pirro A Sons Inc, a Syracuse funeral home, expanding its network in the funeral services sector. The deal marks another expansion move for the company in upstate New York.
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Funeral chain SCI buys into Syracuse market and Solvay
SCI, the world’s largest funeral home group, expands into Central New York by acquiring operations including Bagoza Twins Funeral Home in Solvay. Local directors warn of price competition but SCI officials say they do not seek to drive independents out, focusing on scale and professional service.
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