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Tuesday August 31, 1999
HOROSCOPES
To get the advantage, check the day's rating: 10 is the easiest day. O the most challenging.
Aries (March 21-April 19) — Today is a 7.
Aries (March 21-April 19) — Today is a 7.
You're most likely a military type, even if you're actively anti-military. It's just part of Aries' nature to want to be the best and to protect everybody else. Naturally, you may not be into the little stuff, however. But, the little stuff makes a big difference. Today, really clean something — with a toothbrush.
Taurus (April 20-May 20) — Today is an 8.
Sometimes you need to find just the right words, but that's not going to be the case for the next couple of weeks. The words might just flow out of you. You don't have to tell all your trade secrets to your competition, but you can sure gush over your loved ones a little.
Gemini (May 21-June 21) — Today is a 7.
You'll be more careful about details in the coming weeks. This may not be an easy transition to make. Let it put this way: It's required. No point in arguing, it's the next lesson you've been assigned by that great cosmic professor in the sky.
Cancer (June 22-July 22) — Today is an 8.
Something you’ve struggled with could get easier soon. You’re going to open up your mind over the next few weeks. Now, your mind wasn’t any more closed than anybody else’s. But now, you’re starting to get curious again. Watch out! This could be very interesting!
Leo (July 23-Aug. 22) — Today is a 5.
wanna your p's and q's today. Even insignificant details can make a big difference. You'll see how big it you overlook one that you're supposed to know. It probably has to do with money. You can bet the person who signs your check is going to want to know, so you'd better find out — before, not after.
Virago (Aug. 23-Sept. 22) — Today is an 8.
You're tempted to try something that you've never done before. You might not know where to start.
That's OK; people can teach you. Go to where they are and tell them where you want to go. It may take a while, and there may be new habits to learn, but it'll never happen if you don't begin.
Libra (Sept. 23-Oct. 23) — Today is a 5.
You've been following a strong leader, but you may be having two thoughts. Is this person occasionally making moves that put you at a disadvantage? No need to get upset, but it might be a good idea to learn how to watch out for your own interests. It's all part of growing up.
Sagittarius (Nov. 22-Dec. 21) — Today is a 7.
Scroper (Oct. 24-10, 21) — today is a may.
You may think you know it all, or you may wish you did. You might fool some of the people some of the time, but today, there's one person who flat out knows what's what. Don't try to pull the wool over that one's eyes! Listen, ask leading questions, and learn, instead.
Capricorn (Dec. 22-Jan. 19) — Today is a 9.
It's been hard to find the right words. This has been frustrating 'cause your side's been taking some verbal abuse. You're going to find your tongue — and not a moment too soon. You'll notice when the neighborhood bully hassles you one more time. This time may be his or her last!
Get serious about your work today. That may not be exactly what you're doing, but details are important. You can't be sloppy in your speech, manner or dress if you're going to impress this crowd. And, you'd better have your facts straight, too. No problem, right?
Aquarius (Jan. 20-Feb. 18) — Today is a 5.
The good news is that the money you need could soon become available. The bad news is you'll have to convince a skeptical person that you need it and will make good use of it. You'll have to account for every penny. You'll be asked to show a schedule, a time line, a budget.
Pisces [Feb. 19-March 20] — Today is a 7
Pisces (Feb. 19-March 20) — Today is a 7.
Are you getting smarter every day, or does it just seem that way? It means you've reached a higher level. So, when you look back at where you were, it looks pretty small. It's just an optical illusion, and it's easily fixed. Don't look back.
PRO FOOTBALL
Note: Horoscopes have no basis in scientific fact and should be read for entertainment purposes only.
HIGHLAND PARK, Texas — Dallas Cowboys owner Jerry Jones was jailed on a charge of fleeing the scene of a traffic stop while he was on the way to church.
Cowboys chief booked on traffic stop charge
Jones was free today, but a Highland Park Department of Public
Safety officer refused to say whether he had to post bond. The Cowboys' chief was cooperative as he
was handcuffed and arrested, Police Chief Darrell Faint said. Jones was booked and arraigned on a misdemeanor charge.
Jones and his family were driving to Highland Park United Methodist Church in two cars about 10:30 a.m. Sunday to witness the baptism of Jones' grandson. One of the cars, a Suburban in which family members were riding, was clocked at 45 mph in a 30 mph zone. Fant said.
Although the car carrying Jones was not stopped, his driver also had pulled over. Jones went to where an officer was questioning the driver of the other car, in which Jones' mother, mother-in-law and several other family members were riding.
BEREA, Ohio — Linebacker Chris Spielman retired today after feeling numbness from a violent hit in an exhibition game, ending his backback with the Cleveland Browns from neck surgery.
Numbness retires Browns linebacker
"We're all football warriors, and being that, you have to accept your mortality. And my mortality is today," he said. Spielman, an Ohio football icon after starring at Massillon High School and later Ohio State, was regarded as the heart and soul of the expansion
Browns before they even played their first regular-season game.
Like the reborn Brown's, Spielman was making his own comeback to the NFL from vertebrae-fusion surgery in 1997 while he was with the Buffalo Bills. The 10-year veteran joined the Brown in February, grateful for a second chance.
Tapes reveal drug test leniency in the NFL
NEW YORK — Videotapes of a 1995 NFL Players Association meeting revealed a secret agreement between the union and the league to overlook some positive drug tests, The New York Times reported today.
A league official, who requested anonymity, told the newspaper that the NFL made the concession while negotiating for a tougher drug policy. The official estimated the number of failed drug tests at 16, though The Times said one owner said it was more than two dozen.
The videotapes, made at the annual meeting at Maui, were
ladd, were apparently made by a film company hired by the union. The tapes were intended to be distributed to the players in an effort to improve the union's relationship with its members.
COLLEGE SPORTS
The videotapes reportedly show Doug Allen, the union's assistant executive director, discussing differences in the new drug policy and the old one. Allen told the players that a number had failed drug tests and faced suspensions, but because of a private agreement with the NFL, the players would not be suspended.
College sports study shows frequent hazing
No players were named in The Times report, but the league source said one of them still is active.
WASHINGTON — Eighty percent of college student athletes are subjected to some form of hazing, according to a study released today by Alfred University.
In the first attempt to gauge the problem on a national basis, the university in upstate New York surveyed 14,000 students, coaches and other athletic officials from NCAA colleges and universities.
The study, conducted with cooperation of the NCAA, found widespread hazing at all levels, from Division I to Division III. Men were more likely to be subjected to hazing than women, and the sports with the most hazing were swimming and diving, lacrosse, soccer, football and ice hockey.
Examples of hazing ranged from criminal or dangerous acts, such as kidnappings and beatings, to questionable acts such as yelling and cursing at freshmen or forcing them to wear embarrassing clothing. Sixty percent of the athletes who responded said they took part in criminal, dangerous and/or alcohol-related hazing.
"I find the results of our study on hazing to be horrifying." Alfred president Edward Coll said. "It is pervasive. It's dangerous, and it is behavior that is forced upon student athletes as the price of admission to a team."
Former Penguins star soon to own old team
HOCKEY
PITTSBURGH — Mario Lemieux may be one day away from owning the Pittsburgh Penguins, the team he led to two Stanley Cup championships earlier this decade.
Lemieux, who spent last week closing on his $95 million purchase of the bankrupt franchise, will meet Wednesday with the NHL's executive
committee to review his takeover.
committee to review his takeover. Unless the executive committee detects any unforeseen problems in the Lemieux plan, Lemieux is
Loremix: Attempting to buy former team
expected to be voted in as an owner during an NHL Board of Governors meeting that afternoon in New York. Lemieux, a six-time NHL scoring champion, retired following the 1997 season. By converting $25 million in deferred salary and cash
into an equity stake, he will have the largest financial stake of an ownership group that numbers more than a dozen investors.
Approval tomorrow would come three days before training camp.
BASEBALL
Umpires strike back sue baseball leagues
NEW YORK — Umpires once again sued baseball in federal court, asking today for an injunction to keep 22 umpires working beyond tomorrow.
The Major League Umpires Association, claiming 22 of its members are being terminated against their will, filed a grievance late Friday, then went to court in Philadelphia this morning, saying they would be irreparably harmed.
Umpires, fearful that baseball would lock them out after their labor contract expires Dec. 31.
announced July 14 they would quit en masse to try to force an early start to negotiations.
Baseball claims the umpires aren't being fired, but that it accepted the resignations of the 22.
The Associated Press
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Chandler's consistency, toughness helps Jayhawks
Another catch during the third quarter was a sliding grab for a first down.
His best catch may have been the touchdown pass, when he readjusted to Wegner's throw for Kansas' first score of the game.
"It was a great ball. Zac was putting it right on the money early on," he said.
"We just couldn't string more of it together."
Punter Joey Pellanio had one of the most productive days for Kansas on Saturday. He punted six times, averaging more than 50 yards per punt. His 75 yard punt in the third quarter is the sixth
"It was a great ball. Zac was putting it right on the money early on."
wide receiver
longest punt in school history.
The suspensions of defensive lineman Dion Johnson, and offensive linemen Gabe Rosalis and Sean McDermott were only for Saturday's Notre Dame game. Coach Terry Allen said they were
Michael Chandler
suspended for violating team policies, but did not elaborate.
Except for the players who experienced cramps during the game Saturday, only back-up quarterback Dylen Smith and defensive end Jeremy Hanak were injured. Smith suffered a second-degree concussion late in the fourth quarter and Hanak injured his shoulder. Coach Allen said that Smith was taken to Lawrence Memorial Hospital for a cat scan. The results were negative. Smith will likely miss one to two days of practice.
—Edited by Matt James
Week:
Aug. 31 - Sept. 6
tues. wed. thurs. fri. sat. sun. mon.
football
Game vs.
UMKC
@ 7 p.m.
at West Virginia Tournament
vs. Baltimore -
Maryland @ 5 p.m.
vs. Oakland @
12:30 p.m.
vs West Va. @ 6 p.m.
volleyball
Game @ Utah
@ 5 p.m.
Game @ Weber
State @ 2 p.m.
soccer
Game @ Utah
@ 5 p.m.
rowing
Rowing State @ 2 p.m.
swimming
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