Ailing Mobutu stalls peace talks amid travel confusion
Mobutu Sese Seko failed to arrive for a Gabon meeting with rebel Laurent Kabila as government officials waited at the airport. US envoy Bill Richardson had arranged the talks aboard a South African navy ship, pending confirmation of the plan.
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Optimism fades for fast end to Texas standoff
The five day Republic of Texas stand off near Fort Davis shows no end as talks break off and police cut power to the headquarters. Richard McLaren remains unreached with a drafted agreement undelivered while authorities report arrests 70 miles away in Pecos connected to the movement.
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Defense casts McVeigh as harmless daydreamer in trial
McVeigh defense compares him to Walter Mitty and a drifting figure who spoke of crimes but took no action. Stephen Jones challenged Lori Fortier's testimony about planned bombing and accused her and husband of shielding themselves with McVeigh’s innocence. Prosecutors seek witnesses to show prior efforts to buy bomb components including Greg Pfaff and David Darlak.
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JonBenet interviews conclude with separate sessions
JonBenet Ramsey's parents submitted to formal police interviews in separate sessions lasting about nine hours each. Terms included Patricia Ramsey first, taped sessions, and attorney accompaniment as investigators pressed for details on the case.
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Aiken Standard Contact and Subscription Information
Local newspaper details office hours dial 648 2311 for switchboard and editors. Publisher Scott B Hunter contact 648 2311 Ext 203. Subscriptions and rates listed including monthly annual options and delivery service times. Address: Aiken Standard PO Box 436 Aiken SC 29002.
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