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Newspaper
Aiken Standard
Location
Aiken, South Carolina, United States of America
Date
Jan 26, 1999
Page
2
Iraqi officials report six killed in Abu Falous village south of Basra and five killed in al Jumhuriya in Basra district as missiles strike. US officials say jets answered threats from anti-aircraft fire and Iraqi warplanes violating the no flight zone. One misfired missile may have killed civilians.
A powerful 6 magnitude quake struck western Colombia, killing at least 1,000 people and injuring hundreds. Armenia, a 220,000 resident city, bore the brunt with entire neighborhoods rubble strewn and water and electricity cut. Rescue workers report strained resources and mass casualties in collapsed buildings.
Adoring crowds of over 110000 at Azteca Stadium cheered Pope John Paul II in his final public appearance before leaving for St. Louis. He urged faith in Christ to counter selfishness and death while denouncing modern evils and drug trafficking. He prepared for a trip to meet President Clinton as Vatican criticized Iraq raids.
Eight Canton Middle parents were hauled into court for failing to get children to class on time. four found guilty and faces include up to 30 days in jail or a $500 fine with custody loss possible. Other parents postponed but could face similar penalties.
BP Amoco plans a two year rollout of low-sulfur gasoline at stations in Detroit and 38 other cities worldwide including Chicago. Sulfur reductions vary by city and will apply to a specific brand like Amoco Ultimate rather than all brands. Chairman John Browne announced the program at the Economic Club of Detroit luncheon.
Secretary of State Madeleine Albright called President Boris Yeltsin to urge managing key differences without spoiling ties. The 25 minute talk focused on maintaining a cooperative relationship as both sides seek to solve problems. Yeltsin’s exact reply was not disclosed.
Homerville Ga native Ossie Davis at a NAACP meeting says he longs to write again after a long acting career. The 1 year old actor explains he left home to study writing and has only one Broadway work Purlie from 1970 as a notable credit.
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