Marines breach toward Baghdad pressing choke on Saddam hill
Marines and Army infantry push toward Baghdad on two flanks, probing the city perimeter. From the southwest and south, U S forces close in within about 10 miles of the capital as artillery and airstrikes pound edges. Iraqi resistance centers on the Fedayeen with Kalashnikovs and rockets as civilians flee northward.
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Burrows
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Frontline Developments in Iraq War Story Fails Clarity
The report references Frontline Developments and coalition foes amid chaotic notes on Saddam Hussein, an alleged commando attack, and a falsely reported fatal strike. It mentions Secretary of State, a proposed rapid inter tion, and editor Kelly’s death during the war, ahead of a White House Blair meeting on postwar roles in Europe.
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Harness Races Lose Funds Claim At Aiken Track
Bruce McGhee, co owner of McGhees Mile, says the City of Aiken provides 10000 annually to the Aiken Steeplechase Association to promote events at Ford Conger Field, a claim not supported by public records reviewed by the Aiken Standard. Over three years USC Aiken Pacer Club has received similar funding, from 1900 to 2100 dollars per year in accommodations taxes.
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Perdue Pushes New Georgia Flag Plan
Georgia lawmakers reach surprise compromise proposing an entirely new flag design echoing the Confederate stars and bars rather than the battle emblem. Senate action awaits next year as Sonny Perdue endorses a national-flag like alternative after his November victory.
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City unveils online service site for Aiken residents
Public Works Director Larry Morris promotes wwwaiken.net as a free City of Aiken online service portal for potholes water leaks sewer backups and mosquito control. Residents can submit requests online with direct department heads and automatic reminders to ensure timely action.
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