04 Jul 1991
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Newspaper
Aiken Standard
Location
Aiken, South Carolina, United States of America
Date
Jul 04, 1991
Page
1
Researchers report a genetically altered virus that kills crop pests could substitute for chemicals. One variant secretes a toxin paralyzing insects, another adds a toxin to accelerate kill. Paralysis version cut insects’ chewing time on plants by 40 to 50 percent versus the natural virus.
Keith Geiger of the National Education Association urged President Bush to back a five point children’s bill of rights ensuring nutrition medical care safe housing quality education and protection from abuse violence or discrimination. He spoke before 8300 delegates at the NEA convention in Miami Beach Florida.
Death notices for Rosalyn Brown of Edgefield Jerry Wayne Holsomback of Ward Ronald Mac McCoy of Windsor and Fiorie Parker of Augusta are listed with page reference Page 3B for details. The notices confirm the individuals and their local ties and direct readers to the detailed obituary page.
Eduard Shevardnadze quit the Communist Party a move that could trigger further defections as hard liners push for dictatorship while reformers form a democratic opposition. He joined eight other reformers to end dictatorship threats aligning with President Gorbachev, who vows to continue reforms amid party turmoil. Page 10A.
A thunderstorm at the Aiken Mall interrupted the Sky Spectacular 91 Fourth of July celebration. Rain halted briefly, then cleared as fireworks lit the sky to red, gold, silver and blue while WAJY provided patriotic music. Spectators sought cover, later resuming viewing as the display began.
The nation marks its birthday with parades fireworks and concerts as Americans reflect on Adams and the Declaration of Independence. Politicians and citizens alike will celebrate liberty while avoiding excess, with drinks and food and a sense of national unity across states. The article notes Adams imagined a pomp filled observance and highlights the enduring democracy born in 1776.
A cease-fire between Slovenia and federal Yugoslav forces appeared to hold after days of tension. An army general said orders to hold fire were issued, with European Community and U S envoys pressing for a broader end to the fighting. Slovenia warned of possible federal attacks but reported civilians and troops moving toward withdrawal and talks to settle details ongoing in Belgrade.
Apple and IBM, rivals controlling nearly half the personal computer market, agreed to share technology and form a joint venture to develop a software system challenging Microsoft Windows. Analysts say the move signals a broader push toward open standards and compatibility across mixed hardware and software environments.
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