Barred Americans deny leaving under pressure from Iraq
An American led UN arms inspection team left Baghdad pledging to return, saying the departure was not surrender to Iraqi pressure. Scott Ritter asserted the inspections hold important tasks, and they will resume later. Bird flu studies show no mutation to a more virulent form, CDC pursuing a new vaccine as caution remains. Cohen urges Thailand arms purchase relief to ease economic strain. Chiapas aid flows amid calls to reduce troops. Cuban victims suit ban persists under Helms Burton Act despite international cooperation push.
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Space pioneer John Glenn set to become oldest in space again
NASA plans to return space veteran John Glenn to space as a payload specialist on the shuttle Discovery for a October flight. The 76-year-old Ohio senator would participate in medical tests on weightlessness affecting bones and the immune system, aiming to study aging.
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Gore tours ice battered Maine as disaster aid urged
Vice President Al Gore toured ice coated central Maine with Gov. Angus King and FEMA chief James Witt to see storm damage. Clinton declared Maine eligible for federal aid as New Hampshire also won disaster status and a new storm threatened more snow and ice. Connecticut utilities recalled crews while New York reported fatalities and thousands remained without power.
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Reluctant Residents Back Toll Road On Hilton Head Island
On Hilton Head Island residents express mixed feelings about the Cross Island Parkway toll plaza opening soon. The four-lane route aims to ease traffic from US 278, with a $1 toll at the plaza and a bridge over Broad Creek enhancing access to Sea Pines and other resorts.
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Aiken Standard Subscription Rates and Hours Mentioned
The notice lists subscription prices of 33.60 for 3 months and 134.40 per year, plus 17.48 monthly for other mail. It notes 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. on weekdays and 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. on weekends for Sun hours, with advance payments accepted.
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