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Vibwi Jftlf Lhrif otines sho tensio underiying Witnesses recount violence that killed Fort Campbell colonel Inside In the latest in a surge of attacks, two U.S. soldiers on their way to investigate an explosion were killed in an ambush outside Kirkuk late Saturday. On 6A Smi ffc uli The U.S. military is still investigating last week's violence, but witness accounts yesterday of the shootings show how in Police Battalion, and his forces were helping Iraqi police investigate reports of armed men on the streets of this holy Shiite Muslim city. The joint patrol Thursday was trying to enforce a nationwide ban on carrying weapons in public without a permit and a 9 p.ra curfew, imposed in Najaf recently after clashes between rival Shiite Muslim groups.

At the cleric's house, Iraqi policemen pleaded with the armed guards for 45 minutes to either go inside the ayatollah's house, conceal their weapons or point them downward, Al-Jaza'ari told The Associated Press. The senior American officer, apparently Orlando, stepped forward to try to reason with thegunmea "You can join the police and make a good salary," al-Jaza'ari quoted Orlando as saying Please see ORLANDO, 6A By HAMZA HENDAWI Associated Press KARBALA, Iraq The American lieutenant colonel from Fort Campbell was chatting amiably with gunmen guarding the home of a Shiite Muslim cleric urging them to join the police force. Suddenly, a weapon was drawn. Voices were raised. A warning shot was fired.

Soon 13 the Americans or the intention of the master's guards to fight," said Sayed Aha al-Jaza'ari, referring to guards of Ayatollah Mahmoud al-Hassani. "But the gunmen are always nervous when they see the Americans." He and other witnesses described how violence erupted as Orlando, commander of the 716th Military people, including the lieutenant colonel, were dead. Lt CoL Kim S. Orlando, 43, was the highest-ranking U.S. Army officer killed by hostile fire since the U.S.-led war on Iraq began March 20.

Two Iraqi police and eight gunmen also were killed, and seven Americans were wounded. ORLANDO highly charged Iraq events can turn deadly, fast. "It was not the intention of SECOND OF THREE PARTS TITANS 37, PANTHERS 17 Trtans make a statement It's only in hindsight that critics of Rebecca Paul's lottery startups give her credit 'aid's lottery past: 9 if rocky beginnings, happier endings Coming tomorrow Questions of conflict nf interest inunlvinn 4 neuecca raui former business associates. Yesterday By MICHAEL CASS Staff Writer ATLANTA Rebecca Paul's admirers outnumber her critics by a long shot here in Georgia's capital city. But the critics were hot when Paul was starting the state's lottery in 1993.

Ten years later, Tennessee has hired her to do the same thing for up to $752,500 a year. Georgia's lottery drew close scrutiny from state lawmakers and federal prosecutors after awarding a key startup contract to a vendor whose bid was millions of dollars a year higher than that of the competi-tioa which accused Paul of bias. A few years earlier, Paul had been fired as Florida's lottery director by a Data call into doubt Rebecca Paul's successes. 7 GEORGE WALKER IV STAFF Defensive end Jevon Kearse screams on the sideline as he celebrates the Titans' 37-17 win over the previously unbeaten Carolina Panthers at Ericsson Stadium in Charlotte, N.C. new governor who didn't appreciate i i I money and marketed U1V IvlLLi Neither controversy seems to have damaged Paul in the long run, and her detractors from 2t PAUL expertise.

Matt Towery, a former Georgia legislator who was harshly critical of that state's lottery startup, praised Paul's record and skills, especially as a "brilliant" marketer. But he urged Tennessee lawmakers to take their oversight responsibilities seriously as lottery boosters push for the earnest possible rollout "You don't want to make the mistake Georgia (legislators) made of waiting until so many things appear to have been decided," Towery said in an interview in the Atlanta offices of his polling firm, InsiderAdvantage. "We didn't know how successful the lottery would be. It's 10 years later, and it's been a smashing success. But I do think Tennessee can learn from the mistakes we had in terms of process." A controversial contract When Georgia lottery officials requested proposals for a contract to run online games games in which players choose numbers for a future Please see PAUL, 2A INSIDE Titans end Panthers' perfect season.

On 1C Joe Biddle says Titans set agenda in best game yet. On 1C Panthers' Davis hits Titan wall.On 5C Carolina's defense makes little noise. 0n6C Panthers say first loss had to come sometime. On 6C Breakdown of the Panthers-Titans game. 0n7C By JIM WYATT Staff Writer CHARLOTTE, N.C A week ago, the Tennessee Titans stood in their locker room at The Coliseum and applauded the Carolina Panthers for beating the Indianapolis Colts in overtime.

It made for great TV. Yesterday the Titans met the Panthers in person and beat them up en route to a 37-17 victory at Ericsson Stadium. Tennessee (5-2) handed Carolina its first loss and pulled within a half game of division-leading Indianapolis (5-1) in the AFC South. The Colts had the weekend off. "We were focused, and we were ready to play," Titans safety Lance Schulters said.

"They were undefeated, and I think they thought they were in our league. They're a good team, but so are we." The Titans jumped ahead 14-0 in the first seven minutes on a run by quarterback Steve McNair and a 50-yard pass from backup quarterback Billy Volek to wide receiver Eddie Berlin on a trick stumbling in road games at Indianapolis and New England, the Titans once again look like one of the NFL's best teams. They've scored more than 30 points four weeks in a row and have outscored their opponents 75-34 the past two weeks. 'We just won another game. That's what we're all about," Titans Coach Jeff Fisher said.

"Just trying to figure out the way to win the next game. Messages or no messages." The Titans travel to Jacksonville (1-5) on Sunday and don't play the following weekend those years are now quick to say how effective she's beea Denny Bottorff, chairman of the Tennessee lottery commissioa said the board was aware of the episodes before hiring Paul and wasn't concerned about them. Yet the controversies help paint a fuller picture of a woman whom Tennessee officials have presented as a seemingly flawless lottery executive. They also could be instructive to Tennessee officials who will be charged with overseeing Paul and the lottery board, which will rely on her ii un it i "7 Mother Teresa is step closer to sainthood 300,000 rejoice as pope beatifies 'servant' Sections Local News Living Business Classifieds BradAbout You Comics .60 Dave Ramsey Deatfw SB Classroom 38 School News 48 Weather .68 Editorials Swrtcuts .80 NHL Insider 2C Horoscope 20 Movies If there was any tinge of sadness on this sunlit joyous day, it was the sight of John Paul's profound physical weakness. Family coping with toddler's rare illness Child was diagnosed with maple syrup urine disease By ANDY HUMBLES Staff Writer Somehow, Christa Tillotson can see why some might find humor when they first hear the name of the disorder that her 3-year-old son, Aiden, suffers from: maple syrup urine disease.

"It's like, 'Maple syrup what? said Tillotson of Lebanon. "Nobody realizes the seriousness of it because it's so rare that people haven't heard of it and you can't really tell what happens to the body because of the name." There is nothing funny about it For babies born with it, it can mean mental retardation and a wide range of serious health issues, including aci- 'urn i mv ii i i Tcnnessean Sews Services VATICAN CITY From the putrid back alleys of Calcutta to the squalid shanty towns of South Africa, Mother Teresa's compassion touched the lives of hundreds of thousands of the poorest of the poor. The frail nun who died in 1997 after spending more than six decades caring for the destitute and homeless was beatified yesterday by Pope John Paul II at a two-hour ceremony in Rome. Beatification is the final step on the path to sainthood. Thousands of people of all continents and colors crowded into St Peter's Square yesterday to celebrate, weep and pray as the pope declared Mother Teresa blessed in the eyes of the church The 83-year-old pontiff, who celebrated the 25th anniversary of his pontificate here Thursday, was wheeled before the outdoor altar in a special chair, and sat virtually LARRY MCCORMACK STAFF Aiden Tillotson, 3, playing with his father, Jeff Tillotson, suffers from maple syrup urine disease, a disorder that can cause a wide range of serious health issues and must be intensively monitored.

MOTHER TERESA '406W5606 dosis (excessive acid in the body's fluids), seizures, impaired vision and comas. It also can lead to death. The name comes from the distinct odor of maple syrup in the urine, sweat and earwax of those affected. The disease is a disorder in the body's ability to use three of the essential amino acids found in protein. Because the body can't utilize these amino acids valine, leucine and isoleucine they accumulate in the blood and cause a toxic backup Please see AIDEN, 6A motionless for much of the service.

Wearing what seemed to be a brace under his gold vestments, he To subscribe call: 242-NBVS or (800) 3424237 See MOTHER TERESA, 2A www.tennessoan.com.