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Newspaper
Aiken Standard
Location
Aiken, South Carolina, United States of America
Date
Dec 12, 2003
Page
13
U.S. officials say Saddam Hussein's vast presidential palace in Baghdad, untouched by bombs, could become the location of the next U.S. Embassy in Iraq. The building stands as a symbol of the former regime and would serve as headquarters for the occupation authorities after the war.
The government said the hard hitting flu now covers 24 states up from 12 as it accelerates shipments of 100,000 vaccine doses to avert a severe season. Authorities warn the outbreak could worsen, prompting a rapid response to shortages.
New York authorities report the Dow Jones industrials finished above 10 000 for the first time in 18 months. The rise comes on stronger than expected November retail sales and signs the Fed will keep rates steady, with the index ending up 86.30 points at 10 008.16.
A new law tightens scrutiny on foods headed for the American market. Under the Bioterrorism Act the U S government requires 400000 food handling companies to register all products with the FDA.
In an AP interview Ehud Olmert says Israel may dismantle a considerable number of settlements and redraw its borders. He cites a go it alone approach with Prime Minister Sharon's tacit backing, a stance alarming Palestinians who fear reduced land from any deal. Palestinian PM Ahmed Qurei warns against an Israeli dictate.
New York reports cable and phone firms race to deliver services routing calls over the Internet. The developing system could render the 125 year old telephone network obsolete, seen as a major leap in communications technology.
Commerce Department reports retail sales up 0.9 percent in November as holiday shoppers spend, lifting Wall Street and the Dow above 10 000. economists forecast 0.7 percent rise and note improving consumer spending and inventories.
A furniture truck bomb at Champion Base near Ramadi killed three Iraqis and wounded 14 others, including 11 U.S. soldiers who were treated and returned to duty. The incident marked the week’s third self-inflicted attack on American troops, with two prior blasts at separate bases.
Guernsey's sold nearly 300 Mantle items led by the 1957 MVP trophy at a New York sale. Proceeds fund a college trust for Mantle’s four grandchildren amid high demand and applause.
Blanchardville Wisconsin police Chief Kevin Larson may continue tending bar at Marcine's Bar and Grill after the Public Safety Committee rejected changes to bar employment rules. Committee chair Marty Chandler said no ordinances prevent officers from pouring alcohol if of age and no complaints have been filed since Larson's second job emerged last October. Larson noted prior experience as a bartender did not hinder his hiring as police chief.
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