Gingrich Open to Using Surplus for Social Security Reform
House Speaker Newt Gingrich proposes applying a federal budget surplus to guarantee Social Security payments for seniors while moving younger workers into a personal retirement savings plan. He called it a win-win in a speech to the American Association of Retired Persons.
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Blair Clinton dinner gala honors Blair amid Clinton scandal
Secret Service guards and celebrities attended a White House dinner and West Colonnade performance by Elton John and Stevie Wonder for Prime Minister Tony Blair and Cherie Blair. Barbra Streisand, Tom Hanks and others commented on the Clinton misconduct allegations as Blair praised Hillary Clinton's dignity and Queen Elizabeth II remained the British head of state.
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Iraqis Brace for U.S. Airstrike Amid Sanctions
Iraqi officials seek to steady a weary population under UN sanctions as the United States and Britain push for unfettered access to U N weapons sites. Russia and the Palestinian Authority press Baghdad to compromise. The Security Council will not lift sanctions until inspectors confirm dismantling of weapons of mass destruction.
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Deal denied on Lewinsky testimony
Washington report on the Whitewater probe shows Kenneth Starr and Monica Lewinsky's attorney trading charges as they debate immunity and Lewinsky's possible testimony about an alleged 18 month affair with President Clinton. The dispute centers on whether immunity was granted and on face-to-face talks.
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Regulations Proposed on High Interest Lenders
A joint legislative panel in Columbia recommends sweeping reforms of the consumer finance sector. The plan targets lenders who charge high rates for short term cash, aiming to curb costly borrowings and protect consumers.
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South Carolina considers curbs on consumer finance services
The committee's report targets check cashing, cash advance services, title lenders and credit life insurance. Sen. Darrell Jackson calls it crucial for consumers as House and Senate panels plan related bills this month. SC had 1,287 licensed consumer finance firms earning about $2.2 billion in 1996 per the Financial Institutions Board.
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Aiken Standard Newspaper Listing and Rates
The Aiken Standard established in 1867 is published weekday afternoons with Saturday and Sunday editions in Aiken South Carolina. Address details include Aiken Communications Inc PO Box 96 126 Rutland Drive Aiken SC 29802 and post office box for address changes FO Box 456 Aiken SC 29802. Rates show $2.85 monthly $26.85 for 8 months and $107.40 per year.
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