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Newspaper
Aiken Standard
Location
Aiken, South Carolina, United States of America
Date
Jun 24, 1997
Page
2
Britain and Ireland propose a phased disarmament plan for Northern Ireland militants aimed at speeding peace talks. A subcommittee within ongoing negotiations would handle disarmament as leaders in Belfast travel to London for discussions.
Micronesia president Jacob Nena told delegates that small atolls are being abandoned due to rising seas tied to global warming. He urged Washington to back CO2 cuts as major powers discussed a new legally binding treaty to replace the Rio pact.
Betty Shabazz widow of Malcolm X dies at 61 after burns from a June 1 fire believed to be set by her 12 year old grandson. She leaves six daughters and a legacy of civil rights advocacy including scholarships and education for disadvantaged youth. Coretta Scott King called her a committed civil and human rights activist whose life made a difference. Survived by Qubi Jah Attallah Iyasah Gamilah Malikah and Malaak.
Washington lawmakers frustrated by China's ongoing human rights and weapons issues push to reverse policy and strip China of its most favored nation status. The expected vote on reversing President Clinton's decision to extend MFN status for another year draws varied support among Republicans and Democrats. Rep. Bill Archer expresses confidence in maintaining leverage to influence China toward reform.
President Clinton's plan to revive cities by allowing police to live in inner-city neighborhoods drew praise from mayors from both parties. Fort Wayne mayor Paul Helmke lauded the administration's focus on cities as Cuomo reported rising inner city needs, suburban migration, and job loss in large cities despite 12 million nationwide gains. Clinton proposes tax breaks for employers who hire from welfare rolls and brownfield cleanup of abandoned industrial parcels in inner cities.
Earl Pitts, former FBI agent, admitted spying for Moscow during and after the Cold War and was sentenced to 27 years by U.S. District Judge TS Elliss who doubted he will fully apologize. The term tops prosecutors' request and surpasses the 23 years given to Harold Nicholson.
The Aiken Standard lists office hours from 8:30 a.m. to 6:30 p.m. Monday through Friday with switchboard at 648-2311 and subscription line at 649-5315. Editorial and department extensions are provided, plus delivery and pricing details for various mailings and a note to call for delivery problems by 5 p.m. weekdays or 7 a.m. on weekends.
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