Battle for Basra intensifies as British advance
Britain deploys 25,000 from the 1st Armored Division to seal roads around Basra and hinder Iraqi forces. US General Vincent Brooks notes civilian casualties while relief work slowly resumes water service to half of Basra's 13 million residents. Bush hails progress but warns war may last.
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U.S. forces press toward Baghdad as storms ease
Vicious sandstorms abet as U S forces advance toward Baghdad with about 1000 Army troops parachuting into Kurdish northern Iraq. Warplanes attacked Basra corridors while a large relief convoy brings water and food amid mounting humanitarian concerns. U N and allies push for broader peace efforts as Turkey signals cautious cooperation.
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Iraq conflict analysis on Baghdad push and Iraqi movements
Analysts describe a two pronged drive toward Baghdad through An Najaf and Karbala with air strikes softening Iraqi columns. US officers warn of potential Republican Guard risk if force moves out of the capital, while Marines anticipate open terrain battles. Sandstorms and constant air surveillance shape the campaign.
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Bush vows to rid Iraq of weapons as searches continue
President Bush reiterated a pledge to remove weapons of mass destruction from Iraq while U.S. forces report no discovery of banned biological or chemical arms after searches at Umm Qasr Najaf and other sites. Intelligence experts warn the absence of WMD remains evident. Secretary Powell defends and expresses confidence that weapons will be found.
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Chronicle Telegram Publication Details
Barb Stephens oversees The Chronicle Telegram daily publication in Elyria Ohio under Lorain County Printing and Publishing. The paper operates at 225 East Avenue with periods of holiday closure. Postage paid at Elyria and address changes sent to P O Box 4010.
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Water aid arrives as civilians gather for relief in Iraq
British forces distribute fresh water to wary Iraqis in Safwan and Basra as aid convoys reach the country. Red Crescent trucks deliver 45,000 food boxes amid heavy demand. UN agencies warn of vast humanitarian needs with Basra residents facing contaminated water and disease risk.
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Water plant surveillance raises security concerns after videotaped exterior
Police investigated a March 10 2002 incident in which a man filmed the city water plant from a car mounted camera. Maintenance worker Mark Petrie followed the vehicle as it fled toward Route 580 and Route 113. Officials reassured residents that water remains safe to drink and that SWAT was deployed when needed.
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County to pay part of sixth Common Pleas judge salary
A Tuesday article misreported the funding for the new Common Pleas Court judge. The state will cover 94 thousand dollars of the 100 thousand dollar salary, while the county will pay the remaining 14 thousand dollars.
Bank From At BANK Robbery Prompted Temporary Closure Sign
Shortly after the robbery, bank workers locked the doors and posted a sign stating the office is closed due to a temporary emergency. Customer service is available at Westlake or Elyria. FBI Elyria and Avon police contacts are listed for information.
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