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Aiken Standard

Location

Aiken, South Carolina, United States of America

Date

Jun 21, 1997

Page

2

Palestinians unleash firebombs in West Bank clashes

In Hebron, Palestinians hurled dozens of firebombs at Israeli troops as protests entered a seventh day. Some demonstrators heated bottles filled with gas while others prepared more firebombs and rocks for front lines. Israeli forces fired rubber bullets and several Palestinians were wounded, including one in critical condition.

Hebron West Bank Israel Jerusalem Martin Indyk

Tobacco settlement reshapes limits on industry liability

The landmark 360 billion dollar deal between states and tobacco companies would curb ads and require warning labels while granting the industry protection from class actions. States, led by Attorney General Betty Montgomery, seek broad anti smoking campaigns and public health funding, with Congress awaiting approval.

Ohio Betty Montgomery Columbus Washington Michael Moore Mississippi Congress Ana Joe Camel Tobacco America Clinton

Russia joins summit as equal partner after years outside

President Clinton welcomed Boris Yeltsin as Russia takes a place among the eight major powers at the Denver summit. Clinton called it a hopeful moment for the world and praised Yeltsin for democracy and reform after seven decades of communism. Leaders gathered for a three day meeting starting with an opening banquet at the Brown Palace Hotel as Yeltsin arrived.

Denver Russia Soviet Union Clinton Boris Yeltsin Yeltsin Brown Palace

Clinton and Yeltsin meet amid tobacco settlement controversy

President Clinton stepped from his limousine as photographers snapped pictures while crowds chanted Boris. The landmark tobacco regulation settlement was announced but Clinton declined to endorse it, saying the administration would review it. Yeltsin, visiting a downtown hotel, appeared in good spirits and asked for a handshake.

Clinton Yeltsin

Sign prank leads three to jail time

In Tampa Florida three 18-year-olds were sentenced to 15 years in prison for pulling up a stop sign. The act caused the deaths of three teens who drove into the path of an 8 ton truck. The judge urged no winners in the case as families mourned.

Tampa Fla Bob Mitchum Mitchum

Jury orders death for Megan Kanka killer

In Trenton New Jersey a jury sentenced 36 year old Jesse K Timmendequas to death for raping and strangling seven year old Megan Kanka whose murder spurred a national Megan’s Law movement. Spectators cheered outside the courthouse and Megan’s parents expressed relief and sorrow as the verdict was delivered.

Trenton N.J Jesse K. Timmendequas Megan Kanka Timmendequas Megan Maureen Kanka Richard

National migraine gene offers clue to broader migraine link

Scientists report identifying a gene linked to a rare migraine form and potentially to common migraines. About 23 million Americans suffer from migraines. The finding, unveiled at the American Association for the Study of Headache annual meeting, may guide future treatments.

New York American Association For the Study of

Aiken Standard contact and publication details

Phone and office hours for Aiken Standard listed. Subscription and delivery rates noted. Publisher contact Scott B. Hunter available. Publication schedule stated weekly mix with weekdays and weekends. Address and post info provided for mail changes and circulation.

Fraay Aiken Standard Scott B. Hunter Aiken Communications Inc Rutland Drive Alien 8.C Aiken Sena Sacress

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