Rwanda Executes 22 Convicted in 1994 Genocide
In Kigali and outlying towns, 22 convicted individuals were executed by firing squad as thousands of survivors watched. Pope John Paul II’s clemency pleas were rejected. The BBC reports convicts wore pink uniforms and were executed at close range after a brief pause amid jeering.
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Kosovo clashes kill sixteen as Serbia faces referendum
Federal troops killed 16 ethnic Albanian militants in Kosovo near the Albania border after a clash with about 200 militants. Two were captured and weapons seized as Kosovo voters debated foreign mediation in the crisis. The Serb-dominated Yugoslav army aims to quell independence sentiment in the province.
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McDougal Refuses to Testify in Whitewater Inquiry
Susan McDougal again declines to answer questions before the Whitewater grand jury as prosecutors threaten contempt. Kenneth Starr may schedule further action. the grand jury expires May 7 while McDougal remains jailed on unrelated charges.
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Kiriyenko Confirmed as Russia's New Prime Minister in Vote
Parliament approved Sergei Kiriyenko as prime minister by 251 to 25, ending a monthlong standoff that risked dissolving the State Duma. President Yeltsin backs a new cabinet to push stalled economic reforms amid opposition resistance.
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Dove awards honor Rich Mullins at Nashville ceremony
Rich Mullins, named Artist of the Year posthumously, had long sought a Dove Award. Amy Grant, Michael W. Smith and Phil Keaggy performed tributes as Mullins’ legacy was honored at the Nashville Arena.
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Senate approves school education savings accounts
Senate passes a bill creating tax free savings accounts for school expenses in a 56 to 43 vote amid sharp partisan divisions. The measure faces House reconciliation and a White House veto threat as Republicans push to return control to states and parents while opposing new federal tests.
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Clinton plans wide China tour to reset relations
President Clinton aims for a weeklong grand tour of major Chinese cities and rural areas in June to improve ties. Secretary Albright travels Asia to press China on curbing military exports and freeing dissidents, as Washington expects no rapid releases.
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Aiken Standard Subscription Rates and Contact Info
The Aiken Standard lists delivery options and prices: home delivery nine dollars thirty cents monthly, twenty seven ninety for three months, one hundred eleven point six cents per year. county mail and other mail also priced. Subscriptions accepted via advance payments to Aiken Standard-PBM Subscription.
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