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Newspaper
Aiken Standard
Location
Aiken, South Carolina, United States of America
Date
Jul 05, 1996
Page
2
President Clinton joked at a Youngstown rally that rumors of a White House blowing up by aliens in the Independence Day thriller were unfounded. He urged the crowd he had not come to escape and expressed hope the White House remains intact when he returns.
Princess Diana studies a divorce proposal from Prince Charles with no clear timetable for agreement. Attorney Anthony Julius noted proper consideration of the proposals while Diana’s spokeswoman confirmed the terms were exchanged. A prince’s spokesman urged privacy, with reports suggesting a lump sum between 15 and 90 million dollars plus an allowance. Finalization could occur in under two months once terms are agreed.
Aiken Standard outlines HOME DELIVERY rates eight ninety five monthly for three months twenty six eighty five six months fifty three seventy yearly one hundred seven forty. COUNTY MAIL and OTHER MAIL pricing listed with monthly and multi month options.
Russia's leader Boris Yeltsin resumes work after victory, ordering ministers to address wage arrears and industrial debts. Communist party lawmakers sent congratulations as the nation remains split over reform and Soviet-era legacies. With 98.2 percent counted, Yeltsin led Zyuganov 53.7 to 40.4 percent.
A forest fire in Los Padres National Forest near Cuyama roared to nearly 3000 acres as humidity rose and cooler air aided crews. Two other California fires totaling 11 800 acres were contained while Idaho crews battled dozens more with air tankers and ground forces.
Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu failed to present a new infrastructure ministry tied to Ariel Sharon. He delays as talks with United Torah Judaism continue over control of Rural Construction Administration funds and coalition support, risking a government rift with Gesher over Sharon’s seat.
President Clinton won endorsement from the National Education Association, the nation's largest teachers union, at its 134th convention. The 2.2 million members approved Clinton by 91 percent, renewing support he also received in 1992. Mary Beth Blegen urged that kids must be the focus.
Poland's president Aleksander Kwasniewski, a former Communist who unseated Lech Walesa, is set to meet President Clinton at the White House on Monday. He seeks Poland's NATO entry and US aircraft buys as he touts a steadier image and stronger global standing. Public polls show solid support for his leadership as he aims to boost youth prospects.
General Motors said it reached an estimated 5 million dollar settlement to end lawsuits over side mounted fuel tanks in 1973 86 C K trucks and 1987 91 R V models. The deal includes 1000 dollar certificates toward new GM purchases and a 4.1 million dollar contribution to a national vehicle fire research project.
In Baltimore the NAACP says it has cut its debt to under $1 million after past accusations of reckless spending. President Kweisi Mfume states at the Charlotte convention that he is ready to turn up the heat and seek larger donations from members.
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