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Article Newsblaster Story With Article Date Word Count Article Used in Summary? Byline
1. Adviser says Clinton has decided to end campaign With Democratic nomination assured, Obama starts search for running mate
(summary from multiple countries, from articles in English)
06/04/2008 353 No By NEDRA PICKLER, Associated Press Writer
2. Adviser says Clinton has decided to end campaign With Democratic nomination assured, Obama starts search for running mate
(summary from United States, from articles in English)
06/04/2008 353 No By NEDRA PICKLER, Associated Press Writer
3. Hockeytown rejoices: Detroit wins 11th Stanley Cup Penguins, loud Pittsburgh fans to confront Red Wings tonight
(summary from multiple countries, from articles in English)
06/04/2008 1348 No By IRA PODELL, AP Hockey Writer
4. Hockeytown rejoices: Detroit wins 11th Stanley Cup Penguins, loud Pittsburgh fans to confront Red Wings tonight
(summary from United States, from articles in English)
06/04/2008 1348 No By IRA PODELL, AP Hockey Writer
5. Protests, strikes staged as gas soars; a gallon now $11 in Turkey Oil drops to $122.30 on lower gas demand
(summary from multiple countries, from articles in English)
06/04/2008 806 No Angela Charlton, Associated Press
6. Protests, strikes staged as gas soars; a gallon now $11 in Turkey Oil drops to $122.30 on lower gas demand
(summary from United States, from articles in English)
06/04/2008 806 No Angela Charlton, Associated Press
7. Cowboys, TO make deal official; Pacman practices Dallas Cowboys' Owens, Jerry Jones riding high 06/04/2008 959 No By JAIME ARON, AP Sports Writer
8. As Icahn grumbles, Yahoo sets plans for ad growth Icahn demands Yahoo scrap employee severance plan
(summary from multiple countries, from articles in English)
06/04/2008 559 Yes By SETH SUTEL, AP Business Writer
9. As Icahn grumbles, Yahoo sets plans for ad growth Icahn demands Yahoo scrap employee severance plan
(summary from United States, from articles in English)
06/04/2008 559 Yes By SETH SUTEL, AP Business Writer
10. No cure for malignant glioma like Kennedy has Senator Kennedy to have brain surgery this morning at Duke
(summary from multiple countries, from articles in English)
06/04/2008 767 No
11. Kennedy walking, passes the critical 24-hour milestone Senator Kennedy to have brain surgery this morning at Duke
(summary from multiple countries, from articles in English)
06/04/2008 584 Yes, Yes Mike Baker, Associated Press
12. Up next: a week in the hospital at Duke, then chemo, radiation in Massachusetts Senator Kennedy to have brain surgery this morning at Duke
(summary from multiple countries, from articles in English)
06/04/2008 718 No Rob Stein,Paul Kane, Washington Post
13. No cure for malignant glioma like Kennedy has Senator Kennedy to have brain surgery this morning at Duke
(summary from United States, from articles in English)
06/04/2008 767 No
14. Kennedy walking, passes the critical 24-hour milestone Senator Kennedy to have brain surgery this morning at Duke
(summary from United States, from articles in English)
06/04/2008 584 Yes Mike Baker, Associated Press
15. Up next: a week in the hospital at Duke, then chemo, radiation in Massachusetts Senator Kennedy to have brain surgery this morning at Duke
(summary from United States, from articles in English)
06/04/2008 718 Yes Rob Stein,Paul Kane, Washington Post
16. GM to close 4 plants, focus on small cars GM to close 4 truck, SUV plants as consumers' preferences shift
(summary from multiple countries, from articles in English)
06/04/2008 1252 No By TOM KRISHER, AP Auto Writer
17. GM to close 4 truck, SUV plants as consumers' preferences shift GM to close 4 truck, SUV plants as consumers' preferences shift
(summary from multiple countries, from articles in English)
06/04/2008 687 No Tom Krisher, Associated Press
18. GM to close 4 plants, focus on small cars GM to close 4 truck, SUV plants as consumers' preferences shift
(summary from United States, from articles in English)
06/04/2008 1252 No By TOM KRISHER, AP Auto Writer
19. GM to close 4 truck, SUV plants as consumers' preferences shift GM to close 4 truck, SUV plants as consumers' preferences shift
(summary from United States, from articles in English)
06/04/2008 687 No Tom Krisher, Associated Press
20. AIDS treatment milestone reached 2 years late Help Least Likely Where Most Needed; Africa Ravaged by Virus
(summary from multiple countries, from articles in English)
06/04/2008 693 Yes, Yes
21. AIDS treatment milestone reached 2 years late Help Least Likely Where Most Needed; Africa Ravaged by Virus
(summary from United States, from articles in English)
06/04/2008 693 Yes, Yes
22. Suspensions point to trouble in schools Montgomery Sees Middle Schools Fail Despite Aid 06/04/2008 1678 Yes
23. Sparking a passion for learning Montgomery Sees Middle Schools Fail Despite Aid 06/04/2008 563 No Shelah Moody, Chronicle Staff Writer
24. SAME-SEX MARRIAGE DECISION State Supreme Court grills lawyers in same-sex marriage case 06/04/2008 343 Yes
25. State's top court strikes down marriage ban State Supreme Court grills lawyers in same-sex marriage case 06/04/2008 1320 Yes, Yes
26. Governor backs same-sex marriage ruling State Supreme Court grills lawyers in same-sex marriage case 06/04/2008 599 No
27. State Supreme Court grills lawyers in same-sex marriage case State Supreme Court grills lawyers in same-sex marriage case 06/04/2008 1311 No
28. State high court refuses to put same-sex ruling on hold State Supreme Court grills lawyers in same-sex marriage case 06/04/2008 579 No
29. Justice says gay marriage ruling was one of his toughest State Supreme Court grills lawyers in same-sex marriage case 06/04/2008 347 No
30. State sees economic windfall in gay weddings State Supreme Court grills lawyers in same-sex marriage case 06/04/2008 1051 Yes
31. Those who wed in Massachusetts have trouble splitting up in their home states State Supreme Court grills lawyers in same-sex marriage case 06/04/2008 771 Yes Ray Henry, Associated Press
32. Federer reaches 16th straight Grand Slam semifinal Federer reaches 16th straight Grand Slam semifinal
(summary from multiple countries, from articles in English)
06/04/2008 933 No By HOWARD FENDRICH, AP Tennis Writer
33. Federer reaches 16th straight Grand Slam semifinal Federer reaches 16th straight Grand Slam semifinal
(summary from United States, from articles in English)
06/04/2008 933 No By HOWARD FENDRICH, AP Tennis Writer
34. Tussle at protest seen as evidence of China's hardening attitude Chinese police block parents at quake protest
(summary from multiple countries, from articles in English)
06/04/2008 713 Yes, Yes Cara Anna, Associated Press
35. Tussle at protest seen as evidence of China's hardening attitude Chinese police block parents at quake protest
(summary from United States, from articles in English)
06/04/2008 713 Yes Cara Anna, Associated Press
36. Bo Diddley, giant figure in rock, dies at 79 Bo Diddley, giant figure in rock, dies at 79 06/04/2008 744 Yes, Yes
37. What senators are saying about the controversial legislation A spark for clean energy 06/04/2008 360 No
38. Heated arguments begin over climate change A spark for clean energy 06/04/2008 773 Yes, Yes
39. Closing costs all over the map, study finds Banks to be asked to notify borrowers of bad credit score 06/04/2008 1092 Yes
40. Banks to be asked to notify borrowers of bad credit score Banks to be asked to notify borrowers of bad credit score 06/04/2008 774 Yes Kenneth Harney
41. Overhaul of labeling rules stirs up wine wars Overhaul of labeling rules stirs up wine wars 06/04/2008 1772 Yes, Yes Jon Bonné, Chronicle Wine Editor
42. Napa for Nada Overhaul of labeling rules stirs up wine wars 06/04/2008 1659 Yes, Yes Linda Murphy, Special to The Chronicle
43. Santa Cruz Mountain wineries harbor undiscovered treasure Overhaul of labeling rules stirs up wine wars 06/04/2008 1782 Yes Stett Holbrook, Special to The Chronicle
44. The new cult wines: 10 wineries to watch Overhaul of labeling rules stirs up wine wars 06/04/2008 1148 No Jon Bonné, Chronicle Wine Editor
45. The new cult wines: 6 wines to covet Overhaul of labeling rules stirs up wine wars 06/04/2008 1544 Yes Jon Bonné, Chronicle Wine Editor
46. Red, white and gold Overhaul of labeling rules stirs up wine wars 06/04/2008 2421 Yes Linda Murphy, Chronicle Staff Writer
47. A VINTNER'S VISION Overhaul of labeling rules stirs up wine wars 06/04/2008 2457 No Amanda Gold, Chronicle Staff Writer
48. T-Mobile gives families a break on unlimited plan Verizon Wireless reportedly in talks to acquire Alltel for $27 billion
(summary from multiple countries, from articles in English)
06/04/2008 228 No By PETER SVENSSON, AP Technology Writer
49. T-Mobile gives families a break on unlimited plan Verizon Wireless reportedly in talks to acquire Alltel for $27 billion
(summary from United States, from articles in English)
06/04/2008 228 Yes By PETER SVENSSON, AP Technology Writer
50. Kiffin era begins with promise, sort of RAIDERS: Culpepper, McCown remain in close race for starter 06/04/2008 822 Yes David White, Chronicle Staff Writer
51. RAIDERS: Culpepper, McCown remain in close race for starter RAIDERS: Culpepper, McCown remain in close race for starter 06/04/2008 754 Yes, Yes David White, Chronicle Staff Writer
52. Only an exhibition game, but new look looks good RAIDERS: Culpepper, McCown remain in close race for starter 06/04/2008 743 Yes David White, Chronicle Staff Writer
53. Raiders run past Dolphins and into first place RAIDERS: Culpepper, McCown remain in close race for starter 06/04/2008 852 Yes David White, Chronicle Staff Writer
54. Not a fun timeout for Raiders in Denver RAIDERS: Culpepper, McCown remain in close race for starter 06/04/2008 849 Yes David White, Chronicle Staff Writer
55. Kiffin turns hard loss into a crafty victory RAIDERS: Culpepper, McCown remain in close race for starter 06/04/2008 983 Yes David White, Chronicle Staff Writer
56. THE BAY AREA'S TOP 100 RESTAURANTS Despite price increases, dining out is better than ever 06/04/2008 254 Yes
57. Despite price increases, dining out is better than ever Despite price increases, dining out is better than ever 06/04/2008 373 Yes, Yes, Yes
58. Golden Age for Bay Area Diners Despite price increases, dining out is better than ever 06/04/2008 242 No
59. The Top 100 Bay Area Restaurants Despite price increases, dining out is better than ever 06/04/2008 581 Yes
60. Dining out is better than ever Despite price increases, dining out is better than ever 06/04/2008 249 Yes
61. About our reviews Despite price increases, dining out is better than ever 06/04/2008 205 Yes
62. Still a Raider, running back Jordan set for minicamp Still a Raider, running back Jordan set for minicamp 06/04/2008 406 Yes, Yes David White, Chronicle Staff Writer
63. SFGate: Raiders Silver and Black Blog Still a Raider, running back Jordan set for minicamp 06/03/2008 768 No
64. Raiders plan to avoid repeat of Russell fiasco Still a Raider, running back Jordan set for minicamp 06/04/2008 599 Yes, Yes David White, Chronicle Staff Writer
65. SFGate: Raiders Silver and Black Blog Still a Raider, running back Jordan set for minicamp 06/03/2008 475 No
66. SFGate: Raiders Silver and Black Blog Still a Raider, running back Jordan set for minicamp 06/04/2008 566 Yes
67. SFGate: Raiders Silver and Black Blog Still a Raider, running back Jordan set for minicamp 06/04/2008 422 Yes, Yes, Yes
68. Bush's Bluff Bush says country must not lose its nerve in Iraq 06/04/2008 909 Yes
69. A daily dose of postings from The Chronicle's technology blog (sfgate.com/blogs/tech) Intel Dual-Core FAQ
(summary from multiple countries, from articles in English)
06/04/2008 627 Yes
70. A daily dose of postings from The Chronicle's technology blog (sfgate.com/blogs/tech) Intel Dual-Core FAQ
(summary from United States, from articles in English)
06/04/2008 627 Yes, Yes, Yes
71. Need to deal with water needs crucial Hay River's boil-water advisory lifted
(summary from multiple countries, from articles in English)
06/04/2008 1041 Yes
72. The good, and bad, of conservation Hay River's boil-water advisory lifted
(summary from multiple countries, from articles in English)
06/04/2008 430 No
73. Need to deal with water needs crucial Hay River's boil-water advisory lifted
(summary from United States, from articles in English)
06/04/2008 1041 Yes, Yes, Yes
74. The good, and bad, of conservation Hay River's boil-water advisory lifted
(summary from United States, from articles in English)
06/04/2008 430 Yes
75. Thousands turn out for speeches by Desmond Tutu, Richard Gere A Blame Game China Needs to Stop 06/04/2008 872 No
76. Sharks fire coach Wilson Sharks fire coach Wilson
(summary from multiple countries, from articles in English)
06/04/2008 362 Yes, Yes Associated Press
77. Sharks heartened despite heartbreak Sharks fire coach Wilson
(summary from multiple countries, from articles in English)
06/04/2008 618 Yes Greg Beacham, Associated Press
78. Roenick stays a Shark Sharks fire coach Wilson
(summary from multiple countries, from articles in English)
06/04/2008 213 Yes, Yes, Yes Associated Press
79. Failure was systematic, beyond the coaching Sharks fire coach Wilson
(summary from multiple countries, from articles in English)
06/04/2008 838 Yes
80. Sharks fire coach Wilson Sharks fire coach Wilson
(summary from United States, from articles in English)
06/04/2008 362 Yes, Yes Associated Press
81. Sharks heartened despite heartbreak Sharks fire coach Wilson
(summary from United States, from articles in English)
06/04/2008 618 Yes Greg Beacham, Associated Press
82. Roenick stays a Shark Sharks fire coach Wilson
(summary from United States, from articles in English)
06/04/2008 213 Yes, Yes, Yes Associated Press
83. Failure was systematic, beyond the coaching Sharks fire coach Wilson
(summary from United States, from articles in English)
06/04/2008 838 Yes
84. San Francisco's urban playground offers myriad options for recreation San Mateo's Central Park combines old-fashioned outdoor fun with cultural institutions 06/04/2008 1445 No Peter Stack, Chronicle Staff Writer
85. Berkeley's Tilden Regional Park a favorite of kids and hikers San Mateo's Central Park combines old-fashioned outdoor fun with cultural institutions 06/04/2008 980 Yes, Yes, Yes Peter Stack, Chronicle Staff Writer
86. San Mateo's Central Park combines old-fashioned outdoor fun with cultural institutions San Mateo's Central Park combines old-fashioned outdoor fun with cultural institutions 06/04/2008 986 Yes, Yes, Yes Peter Stack, Chronicle Staff Writer
87. US Rules Out Quick Cuba Policy Change A Profile of Cuba's Fidel Castro
(summary from multiple countries, from articles in English)
06/04/2008 1058 Yes, Yes By MATTHEW LEE, Associated Press Writer
88. A Profile of Cuba's Fidel Castro A Profile of Cuba's Fidel Castro
(summary from multiple countries, from articles in English)
06/04/2008 1170 No By ANITA SNOW, Associated Press Writer
89. Muted Celebration for Cubans in Miami A Profile of Cuba's Fidel Castro
(summary from multiple countries, from articles in English)
06/04/2008 719 Yes, Yes By ADRIAN SAINZ, Associated Press Writer
90. Cubans Hope Raul Castro Brings Reform A Profile of Cuba's Fidel Castro
(summary from multiple countries, from articles in English)
06/04/2008 912 No By ANITA SNOW, Associated Press Writer
91. US Rules Out Quick Cuba Policy Change A Profile of Cuba's Fidel Castro
(summary from United States, from articles in English)
06/04/2008 1058 Yes By MATTHEW LEE, Associated Press Writer
92. A Profile of Cuba's Fidel Castro A Profile of Cuba's Fidel Castro
(summary from United States, from articles in English)
06/04/2008 1170 Yes By ANITA SNOW, Associated Press Writer
93. Muted Celebration for Cubans in Miami A Profile of Cuba's Fidel Castro
(summary from United States, from articles in English)
06/04/2008 719 Yes, Yes, Yes, Yes By ADRIAN SAINZ, Associated Press Writer
94. Cubans Hope Raul Castro Brings Reform A Profile of Cuba's Fidel Castro
(summary from United States, from articles in English)
06/04/2008 912 Yes By ANITA SNOW, Associated Press Writer
95. Nuclear dump plans move ahead US files nuclear waste dump application 06/04/2008 655 No H. Josef Hebert, Associated Press
96. The Roving Feast: A taste of Campania in Chicago The women behind Asian secret sauces 06/04/2008 253 Yes, Yes, Yes
97. The women behind Asian secret sauces The women behind Asian secret sauces 06/04/2008 313 Yes, Yes, Yes Cindy Lee, Chronicle Staff Writer
98. The Working Cook: Sustainable ways to enjoy tuna The women behind Asian secret sauces 06/04/2008 285 Yes
99. 350 mark anniversary of the moment the '06 earthquake hit S.F. 350 mark anniversary of the moment the '06 earthquake hit S.F. 06/04/2008 293 Yes
100. 102nd quake event at Lotta's Fountain Friday 350 mark anniversary of the moment the '06 earthquake hit S.F. 06/04/2008 342 Yes, Yes
101. Fire Department organizing many events 350 mark anniversary of the moment the '06 earthquake hit S.F. 06/04/2008 1978 Yes
102. City officials say not enough money has been raised 350 mark anniversary of the moment the '06 earthquake hit S.F. 06/04/2008 798 Yes, Yes
103. Police yet to speak to Bills' Lynch about accident Buffalo police seek Bills' Marshawn Lynch
(summary from multiple countries, from articles in English)
06/04/2008 312 No By JOHN WAWROW, AP Sports Writer
104. Police yet to speak to Bills' Lynch about accident Buffalo police seek Bills' Marshawn Lynch
(summary from United States, from articles in English)
06/04/2008 312 Yes, Yes, Yes, Yes, Yes By JOHN WAWROW, AP Sports Writer
105. Ethanol gets a possible comeback Ethanol turmoil a serious threat to some companies -
(summary from multiple countries, from articles in English)
06/04/2008 669 Yes, Yes Bill Visnic
106. Ethanol gets a possible comeback Ethanol turmoil a serious threat to some companies -
(summary from United States, from articles in English)
06/04/2008 669 Yes, Yes, Yes Bill Visnic
107. Puppy Stork delivers independence to the blind Puppy Stork delivers independence to the blind
(summary from multiple countries, from articles in English)
06/04/2008 900 Yes, Yes, Yes, Yes Eileen Mitchell
108. Puppy Stork delivers independence to the blind Puppy Stork delivers independence to the blind
(summary from United States, from articles in English)
06/04/2008 900 Yes, Yes, Yes, Yes, Yes Eileen Mitchell




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