Hollings Names Four South Carolina Federal Appointees
Sen. Ernest Hollings announced four recommended state posts for the Clinton administration. Columbia lawyer J. Preston Strom would be U.S. Attorney and Israel Brooks Jr. U.S. Marshal. Laurie Lawson would direct Rural Stabilization and Conservation, Bernie Wright would head the Farmers Home Administration. Confirmation pending.
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White House
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Ernest F
Fritz) Hollings
Sen. Hollings
Columbia
J. Preston
Pete) Strom
U.S
Irma
Israel Brooks Jr
Darlington
Laurie Lawson
Agricul- HOLLINGS _ rural Stabilization and Conservation Service
Orangeburg
Bernie L. Wright
Farmers Home Administration
Pete
Israel
Laurie
Bernie
Clinton
Strom
Brooks
Sen
Hollings
Senate
Agriculture
Mike Espy
Weather blamed for weak March job data by AP
Weather interruptions shaped recent weak economic readings. March job growth vanished with a 59,000 drop in construction, while factory output and exports slowed and prices were cut to fend off cheap generics. Forecasters see a temporary lull rather than a relapse.
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America
Giulio Martini
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Clinton Opens Drive To Boost Yeltsin Support
President Clinton works to rally the world’s wealthiest nations behind Boris Yeltsin after a summit. Secretary Christopher said U S support for Russia’s reforms continues despite Yeltsin’s upcoming referendum. Clinton touted 1 6 billion in aid for reform and private enterprise conversion, plus food credits.
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British Columbia
Clinton
Boris Yeltsin
Warren Christopher
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Russia
Yeltsin
Christopher
NBC
At A Glance Russian Aid Packages From Vancouver Summit
The total 1993 package amounts to 1.6 billion dollars including 690 million in grants 700 million in concessional food sales and 230 million in other credits. It funds Food for Progress with 700 million to restore Russia's access to U S agricultural markets while also supporting nuclear dismantlement and storage facilities. A People to People program allocates 25 million to bring about 3000 Russians to the United States this summer.
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U.S
United States
Boston quieted by James Brown after King's assassination
In the wake of Martin Luther King Jr. being murdered, Boston officials urged James Brown to perform on television to calm unrest. Brown agreed and kept Boston peaceful while other cities faced riots. About 5,000 people later marched in King's memory from Boston Common to Post Office Square.
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Oakland
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Detroit
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Pittsburgh
Washington D.C
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City Hall
Thomas Atkins
Kevin H. White
Boston Garden
Dream Lives On 25 Years After King’s Death
Twenty five years after the assassination of Rev. Martin Luther King Jr. his widow denounced violence as making life in cities cheap. Civil rights leaders at ceremonies nationwide urged a color blind society remains unachieved amid rising racial tensions. Reverend Jesse Jackson warned of dangers of segments with no stake in society.
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Martin Luther Kin Jr
America
King
Los Angeles
Las Vegas
San Francisco
Seattle
New York
Jesse Jackson
Pasadena
Calif
Local Tips Line Prompts Community News Ideas
Community members are urged to share news tips by calling 648-2311. Names listed include George Washington Folks and residents from Aiken and Johnston, inviting tips on local events and stories.
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Aiken
Jeremy Eugene Jones
Windsor
Margaret C. Maher
Joseph William
Joe) Poe Jr
Martha Casey Rushton
Johnston
Augusta National Course Shapes Masters Excitement
Augusta National’s 6905 yard lay out with rolling fairways and fast greens favors length off the tee and high irons. The course biases players toward long accurate drives and the ability to shape shots both ways. The Masters remains golf’s most exciting event due to its unique landscape and demands.
Why Augusta Masters Produces Golf’s Greatest Talents
The Masters, unique among golf majors, draws a small elite field and rewards power off the tee. Augusta National features no rough and lightning-fast greens, favoring long hitters who can land soft, high-flying approaches. Names like Nicklaus, Watson, and Faldo are cited as evolved champions.
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Arnold Palm
Jack Nicklaus
Tom Watson
Ray Floyd
Seve Ballesteros
Nick Faldo
Fred Couples
Nicklaus
Couples
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