02 Aug 1993
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Newspaper
Aiken Standard
Location
Aiken, South Carolina, United States of America
Date
Aug 02, 1993
Page
1
Forecasts predict a 40 percent chance of showers late day with highs in the upper 90s. Long-range outlooks suggest rainfall near normal for August, easing drought conditions that have hit area farmers hard after July totals only 2.47 inches.
The Missouri and Mississippi rivers threaten record crests prompting evacuations in St. Louis and St. Charles. About 2 500 people in a 30 block area near River Des Peres are ordered to evacuate as propane tanks at Phillips Pipeline Co. pose explosion risk. Levee breaks in St. Charles force 200 home evacuations while forecasts warn of peak flooding just north of the city.
The United States signals readiness to act within NATO if allies block strikes on Serb forces in Bosnia. Officials say a dramatic escalation could occur with air power aimed at Serb positions to free besieged cities like Sarajevo Breko and Gradacac. European reaction remains cool and talks in Geneva face pressure.
The Clinton administration and congressional leaders aim to secure final approval of a deficit cutting tax and spending package. Senator Boren may withhold support, while Gore and Mitchell say enough votes exist. Negotiators seek a final vote before the August recess.
Reader service note invites contact at 5482311 for obituaries and television weather updates. Local station emphasizes accessible memorial notices and forecast details for the community.
In South Carolina agriculture is described as a dying profession due to high costs low profits and waning interest. The number of farms dropped from 133000 on 11.8 million acres in 1952 to 24500 on 5.2 million acres in 1992. Farmers leave the land as expenses rise and labor becomes scarce with the next generation less likely to continue the family business.
Blind sailor Hank Dekker plans another solo Atlantic crossing with support from the National Federation of the Blind. A steady boat and bad generator halted a voyage about 100 miles off New Jersey. he aims for England in a 3,200 mile attempt, possibly this year or next.
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