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Newspaper
Syracuse Herald Journal
Location
Syracuse, New York, United States of America
Date
May 28, 1998
Page
5
A Canadian study led by Dr Michel Camus assesses risk of lung cancer in women from asbestos mining towns in Quebec. It reports 2,242 deaths among these women from 1970 to 1989, compared with deaths among women in 60 nearby towns.
Photos shown at a planetary meeting reveal a 12 to 18 mile wide crater area with dark deposits that may be frozen mud or sand. Scientists caution alternate explanations and note the finding suggests liquid water near the surface and a thicker early Mars atmosphere 4 to 6 billion years ago.
In Lews Ceparano’s murder trial the judge allowed jurors to be questioned about racism during voir dire. Prosecution and defense noted both Ceparano and co defendant Emmett Cressell Jr used racial slurs as witnesses testified. The defendants allegedly killed Garnett Johnson on July 25 after a night of drinking, doused him with gasoline, set him ablaze, then beheaded the charred body.
Powerball winner Frank Capaci of Pell Lake Wisconsin promises charity donations and a $1 million trust for four grandchildren while planning purchases including a cabin in Wisconsin, a Las Vegas trip with his wife a Harley Davidson motorcycle and retirement accounts for his three sons He also intends to replace his wife’s 1979 Lincoln car after the win reportedly the nation’s largest jackpot at 195 billion dollars.
California Supreme Court rejects the appeal of brothers Lyle and Erik Menendez, upholding a prior ruling that found them guilty of first degree murder and sentenced them to life without parole for the August 1989 killings of Jose and Katty Menendez at their Beverly Hills home. The case centered on alleged fear of parental abuse versus motive to access a multimillion-dollar estate.
A Syracuse column recalls the 1998 New York State Democratic Convention at the Hilton in Rye Brook. Democrats blasted Republicans, hailed candidates Valone Hynes McCall Spitzer Abate and Gore, and criticized Pataki and the GOP as they packed a lively, bombast-filled event with sharp rhetoric and rallying speeches.
McCaughey Ross seeks petition support to enter the Democratic primary as debate over ballot access broadens. Vallone and Rabideau align, Hynes gains Nassau County backing, while LaRocca loses ground. Sabbeth argues the plan boosts McCaughey Ross, with party leaders weighing upstate vs city competition and broader ballot prospects for 2000.
Tom Whittaker a 49 year old Prescott Arizona college instructor became the first amputee to reach Everest summit after two failed attempts thwarted by weather He conquered the 29028 foot Nepal peak with four Sherpa guides arriving at camp South Col and climbing the final stretch in exht hours. his partner mission included an artificial leg with built in crampons.
Susan Goldwater told KSAZ on Wednesday that reports of Barry Goldwater near death are premature. The 89 year old 1964 Republican presidential nominee has been in declining health for months, with the Mesa Tribune citing sources close to the family.
The three bedroom Edwardian in a trendy London area linked to Diana Princess of Wales is on the market at 738000 dollars. Proceeds above asking price will go to the Diana Memorial Fund. John Taylor agents report heavy interest from buyers.
Americans gave an estimated 143.46 billion dollars to charity last year, a 7.5 percent rise that outpaced inflation. The increase marks the second straight year of strong giving to charitable and religious nonprofits, according to a report from the American Association of Fund- Raising Counsel and its Trust for Philanthropy.
A 15 year old Valparaiso student suspended for pricking 10 classmates with a safety pin she claimed was contaminated. She reportedly told peers Now you have AIDS. Principal Roger Luekens said testing and medical referrals followed. Officials warned infections could occur but HIV risk remains debated.
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