Lithuania and the struggle for independence in the 1990s
The piece argues for supporting Lithuanian independence from the Soviet Union while balancing U S policy toward Gorbachev. It notes Lithuania's long, turbulent history from medieval alliances to 20th century occupations, and criticizes conciliatory talk as pointless, insisting Lithuanians seek freedom and Russia resists.
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United States
Bush
Sununu
Lithuania
George Bush
Mikhail Gorbachev
Gorbachev
Russia
Los Angeles
Jagiello
Jadwiga
Poland
Soviet Union
Europe
Date Book and Birthdays for April 19 1990
The entry marks the 109th day of 1990 and the 31st day of spring. Today lists birthdays for Don Adams Kenneth Battelle Hugh O Brian Dudley Moore Alan Price Frank Viola. The moon phase notes a day after the last quarter.
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Don Adams
Kenneth
Kenneth Everette Battelle
Hugh O'Brian
Dudley Moore
Alan Price
Frank Viola
German Forces Move North in Norway Push British to Retreat
World War II dispatch notes German units advancing from Trondheim press British troops back toward Namsos on Norway's coast as Steinkjer falls under pressure. The action unfolds fifty years prior on April 13 1940.
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a _ Trondheim
Steinkjer
Namsos
Norwegian
Hollywood should learn from Garbo
A nostalgic essay recalls Greta Garbo as a private icon who shunned publicity, walked away from fame, and avoided interviews and paparazzi. The author contrasts her secrecy with modern media culture, calling for a televised tribute where stars remain silent. May reference other public figures to emphasize the point.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Garbo
Cisco Kid
Greta Garbo
KGB
New York
Greta
Johnny
Ms. Garbo
Hollywood
Understanding Amniocentesis and Its Purpose
A reader asks about amniocentesis. An obstetrician inserts a needle through the abdomen into the uterus to collect amniotic fluid. The sample is studied to analyze fetal cells shed into the fluid.
Amniocentesis Aims to Detect Fetal Abnormalities Early
Dr. Gott notes chromosome analysis on amniotic cells reveals inheritance details and potential abnormalities. The procedure helps determine fetal sex and diagnose defects or mental retardation in prospective mothers.
Crossword Puzzle Across and Down Clues List
Puzzle shows numbered clues across and down with Roman numeral references and partial words including Decay glossy fabric reverence sediment end of ship spar and other terms. Contains hints for items such as cigarettes smallherring and various abbreviations plus a list of named categories and world regions.
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Ireland
North Carolina College
Source
Af Pei
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Donald
Miss Moolah
Ivana
Madonna
Warren Beatty
Garho
Elizabeth Taylor
Fred Astaire
Ben Hogan
Joe DiMaggio
Mike Royko
DR. Gott
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Garry Trudeau
Ferrier
God of Love
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