Judge bars enforcement of Proposition 209
A California judge blocked enforcement of the voter approved ban on affirmative action programs, saying the measure is probably unconstitutional. The injunction, issued by Chief US District Judge Thelton Henderson, bars enforcement until the challenge goes to trial, with a higher court likely to hear the case on appeal.
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California
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Dan Lungren
9Th U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals
Justice Department
Clinton
Tony Bennett Plans January Concert After Emergency Surgery
Tony Bennett is recovering from emergency surgery after collapsing during a holiday dinner with President Clinton. He has begun making plans for a January concert, aiming to return to public appearances soon.
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Tony Bennett
Bennett
Clinton
Hebron peace talks push toward end of occupation
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and Palestinian leader Yasser Arafat met at the Erez Crossing as U S mediation neared a possible Hebron settlement. Dennis Ross cautioned that one meeting would not finish the deal while noting renewed energy in negotiations.
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Yasser Arafat
Israel
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Mideast
U.S
Erez
Clinton
Dennis Ross
Arafat
Netanyahu
Ross
West Bank
Moshe Fogel
Associated Press
Tragedy at Wyman Gordon Plant Kills Eight Workers
Houston scene after a factory explosion at the Wyman Gordon Forging Co plant left eight workers dead and two injured on Christmas Eve. Families mourn as officials probe the maintenance related blast that ruptured a nine story nitrogen tank and blew a hole in the roof. Company executives vow safety and support for affected families.
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Houston
Karin Norred
Wyman Gordon Forging Co
Dave Gruber
Erik Petoca
Hollywood
Doug Whelan
Whelan
Belgrade riot police on high alert amid Milosevic rally
In Belgrade, riot police were placed on the highest alert as hundreds of Milosevic supporters and opposition members arrived for a planned rally. Protesters shouted insults, banners were torn, and authorities warned of potential clashes. Government sources cite forced bus transport and threats of dismissal for workers who refused to board.
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Yugoslavia
Serbia
Slobodan Milosevic
Milosevic
Slobodan Vuksanovic
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Aiken Standard Advertising and Contact Details
The Aiken Standard lists office hours, switchboard and editorial contact numbers, publisher information, and mailing address. It notes publication is weekday afternoons and weekend mornings, with subscription rates and postmaster details.
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Aiken
Scott B. Hunter
Scescape
Aiken Standard
Aiken Communications Inc
Rutland Drive
8.C
County Mail
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