Sotheby sale to feature Seurat Sar Gent paintings and ornate furniture
A May auction will include Georges Seurat and John Singer Sargent paintings along with French English and Italian furniture. Diana Brooks, Sothebys chief executive, praised the property for its style. The value has not been established. Harymman, a socialite and Democratic fundraiser, died of a stroke on February 5.
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Stopping strokes may lower Alzheimer's risk study finds
University of Kentucky researchers reported in JAMA that preventing small strokes could dramatically reduce the chance of developing Alzheimer's symptoms. The study suggests many brains show Alzheimer’s changes without memory loss or physical decline, offering insight into a long standing medical question.
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Journal of the American Medical Association
David A. Snowdon
Mississippi study on Ole Miss symbols sparks debate
In Oxford, the University of Mississippi study on the songs Dane and the Rebel mascot centers on whether symbols tied to heritage should influence academics. Officials aim for Phi Beta Kappa recognition, while students argue the review masks a bid to alter traditions amid racial sensitivities.
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Bank killer in Detroit bank shoots three and orders singing
Police killed Allen Lane Griffin Jr outside Comerica Bank after he shot and killed three people and forced others to sing the Lord's Prayer. Relatives said he faced family problems and was in personal crisis while wanted on probation violation from a drug conviction. The victims include manager Stanley R. Piyanowsia III and sales rep James L Isom. about ten people were present.
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Playboy quotes McVeigh on Oklahoma City blast escape
Playboy Magazine reports Timothy McVeigh described the force of the bomb pushing him against a wall as he fled Oklahoma City in 1995 and recounted an encounter with a mall carrier who claimed surprise at his involvement. Prosecutors offered no comment as defense lawyers criticized sensational reporting.
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Montana governor assails Babbitt on buffalo slaughter
Helena Montana Governor Marc Racicot condemned Interior Secretary Bruce Babbitt's remarks on Yellowstone buffalo killings as ignorant. State officials have ordered about 1049 bison killed this winter to prevent disease spread to livestock as animals wander beyond the park seeking forage.
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LAPD Chief seeks review of tenure extension
LAPD Chief Wihe L. Williams filed a written appeal with the City Council asking to overturn a Police Commission decision denying a second term. He argues his record justifies continuation if viewed fairly. Council members doubt he can secure the 10 votes needed to even take up the request.
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Aberdeen recruits allege military pressure amid sex scandal
Five white female recruits at Aberdeen Proving Ground say Army investigators pressured them to accuse black superiors of rape while they refused such charges and sought release from duty. The case adds to a widening abuse scandal across bases, as Army officials pursue criminal proceedings against several servicemen and NAACP calls for independent review.
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Mlltary
Togo West
Associated Press
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Brandi Krewson
Bernetha George
MD Wagner
Krewson
Flooding from Ohio River swamps Illinois town and region
In Equality Illinois the Ohio River floods homes and threatens to upend belongings as water reaches 15 feet and rising forecasts predict two more feet by Friday. Dozens of towns face unprotected flood threats across Illinois Kentucky and beyond as cleanup begins and mayor urges voluntary evacuations in Old Shawneetown.
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Fine
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GOP revolt widens fund-raising probe
A Republican revolt broadened a congressional probe into political fundraising. Senate leaders expanded authority to examine improper and legal activities tied to the 1996 campaigns, including large soft money donations from corporations unions and wealthy individuals. The move followed internal party dissent over limiting the inquiry to illegal activities only.
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Justice officials rebuke FBI over Clinton donation clash
Justice Department officials rebuked the FBI for a press release contradicting President Clinton on possible illegal foreign donations. They said the FBI briefing notes showed restrictions on sharing sensitive information, though not an explicit order to limit dissemination to White House superiors.
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