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Newspaper
Aiken Standard
Location
Aiken, South Carolina, United States of America
Date
Feb 21, 2000
Page
11
After nine days and six hours of mapping, the Endeavour crew surveyed 43.5 million square miles of terrain at least twice to create ultraprecise 3-D maps. They reeled in the 197-foot radar mast in 19 minutes, and Mission Control hailed the operation as a flawless achievement and a treasure for the human race.
Sister Jeanne O Laughlin president of Barry University shifted her position after meeting with Elian Gonzalez relatives in Miami Beach and learning a grandmother wished to defect. Barry spokeswoman Michele Morris said O Laughlin also was told by trusted people that Elian’s father and family knew about the voyage to Florida 10 days before the boat left Cuba.
Fox scrapped the rebroadcast after learning groom Rick Rockwell was accused of hitting and threatening an ex girlfriend. Fox Television Network chairman Sandy Grushow ordered the cancellation citing new information. The two hour special had drawn 22.8 million viewers in its final half hour.
Beijing escalates pressure on Taiwan amid a heated presidential campaign. A State Council policy paper ties unification to possible war and cites foreign meddling and independence declarations as provocations. Hong Kong media claim Jiang Zemin visited southern bases as part of potential invasion plans.
Dylan McDermott says he would rather be canceled than star on a show no one believes in. The Practice actor, 37, recalled past time slot woes as ABC moved the series, then revived it in a tougher lineup. Tracy Chapman discusses hard times shaping her music, growth in fame, and new album Telling Stories. She recalls poverty in Cleveland, food stamps, and a later, more confident stance on life and career. In Minnesota, Gov Jesse Ventura’s Porsche sold for 40300 on eBay to an unnamed bidder, with 10 days to pay the balance, the car valued around 35000.
Iran's reformists, led by President Mohammad Khatami, gained a large share of seats in parliament as hard-liners falter. With 83 percent turnout, reformists held 137 of 290 seats, independents 10, and 85 seats undecided. Tehran results showed reformists leading in 26 of 30 seats, signaling a majority and momentum for social and political reforms.
Environmentalists warn that over 400 bulkheads along Beaufort County waterways threaten marshes, while officials say walls curb erosion. A March 1 public hearing addresses a 1192 foot bulkhead planned for the Okatie River. Dana Beach of the SC Coastal Conservation League cites wave energy rebound stripping banks and marsh, with more boats worsening impact.
Thousands of Albanians march to end ethnic divisions in Kosovska Mitrovica while NATO led forces search for illegal weapons after days of clashes. About 150 U.S. soldiers return to the north as Serbs hurl stones and bricks during house to house searches. French troops seal off Serb areas while Albanians in the south face continued searches. A massive operation to crack down on hidden weapons follows a surge of violence since the NATO presence began.
About 40 motorcyclists from statewide clubs met with NAACP leaders in Myrtle Beach area to plan ways to minimize spending at the Atlantic Beach Memorial Day Bike Festival. The NAACP urged black clubs to skip the event over objections to the Confederate flag, with some bikers opting to camp elsewhere or attend alternative events.
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