THE UNIVERSITY DAILY KANSAN
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Fire storm rages through Oakland neighborhoods
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OAKLAND, Calif. - A wind-driven brush fire exploded into a fire storm yesterday as it roared through neighborhoods in the hills above Oakland, engulfing hundreds of homes and killing 10 people, authorities said.
Residents ran into streets, clutching their belongings. Gusts whipped flames as high as 100 feet through dry brush and thick smoke blocked out the street, while firefighters through streets filled with flaming debris and lined with burning trees.
The fire moved quickly from street to street, then hillside to hillside, making a deafening roar as it charmed neighborhoods. Many residents said they only had time to grab photos and documents.
"The trees were exploding. It looked like the Fourth of July. I think we lost everything. I think it's all gone," said Steve Hisscher, who fleed with his wife and daughter.
"It is a terrible disaster," Gov Petie Wilson said as he toured the sceered day. Wilson declared a st ation and placed the NI Guard on alert.
The hills were parched from year drought, and wind gusts re
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40 mph hampered efforts to fight the fire.
The blaze, which was reported late yesterday morning, continued to burn out of control into last night. By early evening, officials said it covered 1,500 acres. There was no immediate report on what caused the fire.
Ten people were killed, including a police officer, said Alameda County Supervisor Don Perata. Five of the victims apparently were evacuating a home when they were caught. Perata He did not know how the others died.
Apparently resulting from U.N.-brokered negotiatio release of the Arab detainees demand by pre-Iranian Shiite kidnappers for the release of Westerners they are thought
At least 50 people, including three firefighters, were treated at hospitals for burns, smoke inhalation and other injuries, officials said.
A brown pall extended over Oakland to San Francisco, 15 miles across the bay. Ash fell at San Francisco's Candlestick Park during a football game between the 49ers and the Detroit Lions.
Yesterday, a kidnap grea thast today it would free one hostages. The group's st came hours after the U.N. cou
The Associated Press
Hundreds were forced to evacuate.
LAWSCHOOL HARASSMENT CHARGES
Four women file complaints
Bv Rochelle Olson
Kansan staff writers
Four women approached the American Civil Liberties Union earlier this semester and said that they had been sexually harassed by law school faculty members, the ACLU announced Friday.
The women, two current and two former KU law students, were unhappy about how complaints they filed earlier this year were handled by the University of Kansas, said Ron Nelson, a cooperating attorney for the ACLU.
Since mid-September, the ACU has investigated the complaints and how KU has handled them, according to a statement released Friday by the ACU.
Throughout the summer and fall, students have said they have heard rumors of sexual harassment charges at the law school. But grievances filed with the University are confidential.
University grievance procedures state that unless cases are appealed.
Following the cases
Four women — two current and two former KU law students — are frustrated about how the University of Kansas has handed their complaints that law professors sexually harassed them.
Late May
affirmative action receives a complaint from a woman against a law school
"We want to follow the procedures properly while still protecting the rights of both" parties involved. When you are following the proper procedures, things may take a long time."
Early June
Del Shankel Interim executive vice chancellor
day 6 The office of academic affairs Women receives complaints contact the three women dean of the school regarding a separate law school professor.
Sept. 6
Academic affairs sets this date as the deadline for an opinion on the complaints it received
Oct. 1
One of the women receives a decision from affirmative action concerning he complaint
Oct.18
Oct. 18
Academic affairs notifies one of the
Academic affairs notifies one of the law firm's recommendation has been made regarding her complaint. The complaint was appealed the ACLU issues a news release warning harassment charges
Source: American Civil Liberties Union
Tired of the same old weekends? The Windy City is waiting for you
By Steve Green Special to the Kansan
Is every weekend becoming just a routine? Why not take off to Chicago? It may be easier and less expensive than some might think
First, transportation must be planned. If youdon't have a car or don't feel like spending the 10 tol l hours that it takes to drive, flying is an inexpensive option.
If you can plan up to three weeks in advance, a flight into O'Hare International Airport usually is available for about $83 on a non-holiday weekend. If you want to save $10, you can fly into Midway Airport, which is just a little further southeast.
Finding accommodations on a college student's budget can be difficult but not impossible. There is the Best Western Inn of Chicago situated in the middle of the downtown area at 162 E. Ohio St., which rents rooms for $65 a night.
The Chicago Marriott Downtown, 540 N. Michigan Ave., is closer to the lake but is more expensive at $82 a night.
A weekend in Chicago won't allow you to sample all the diverse foods that the city has to offer, but there is time to visit some of the most popular places.
Ed Debevici, 640 N. Wells St., is full of '50s- style nostalgia, which includes gum-smacking waitresses with attitudes. Most meals are under $5.
For Chicago-style pizza, try Geno's East,
160 E. Superior St.
Chicago's ever-popular Hard Rock Cafe, 63 W. Ontario, offers more than 200 dinners, including the standard burger and fries.
Chicago is the home of many outstanding museums. The Adler Planetarium, the Field Museum of Natural History, the Museum of Science and Industry, the Shedd Aquarium and the Chicago Art Institute all are sure to hold your interest for hours.
If a trip to the top of the world's tallest building sounds interesting, you can catch an elevator to the 1032d-floor observatory of the Sears Tower.
As for sports, you can cheer on the Chicago Bears football team at Soldier Field, 425 E. Michigan Ave.
The Chicago Bulls basketball team can be seem at Chicago Stadium, 1800 W. Madison St., between the months of November and May.
The Chicago hockey team, the Blackhawks, play at Chicago Stadium from October to April.
If you've come to Chicago to shop, you have no lack of stores. The Magnificent Mile stretches along Michigan Ave. from the Chicago River to Oak Street, containing such stores as Tiffany's, Gucci and Ralph Lauren.
Water Tower Place, 835 N. Michigan Ave., is another popular shopping area.
For night entertainment, Chicago offers endless options.
Chicago has been home to Second City comedy club, 1616 N. Wells St., for more than 20 years.
For dancing, Excaliber, 623 Dearborn St.,
offers a tri-level table with a bar.
To just hang out with the Chicago crowd, Mother's, 26 W. Division, provides the right atmosphere for socializing.
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