Hong Kong ties to trade status sparks U S debate
The piece discusses Newt Gingrich urging a Hong Kong and China policy test on Beijing. It notes congressional proposals to link Hong Kong behavior to US Most Favored Nation status and critiques such linkage as harmful. It references tobacco litigation settlement talk involving Philip Morris and RJR Nabisco.
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Early 2000 presidential jockeying in Washington
Washington observers note rising interest in 2000 presidential bids from Republicans and Democrats as candidates test waters in Iowa New Hampshire and beyond. Possible contenders include John McCain Dick Gephardt Lamar Alexander and several governors while Gore faces internal doubt about securing a strong nomination amid Clinton's presidency.
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Early indicators show voter leanings in Iowa and New Hampshire
The piece notes that voters in Iowa and New Hampshire decide late in campaigns, and signals from Connecticut, Minnesota’s Wellstone, and former New Jersey Senator Bradley show interest. It cautions against weighting current trips, but says they reveal who is interested and the nature of future campaigns.
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Aiken Revives Yellow Bike Program With Clear Rules
City of Aiken restarts the yellow bike program after thefts sidelined the effort. Ten bikes donated for phase two will operate downtown in daytime use with identification stickers for ADPS oversight. Only one original bike remains in service from the first rollout.
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Aiken Standard Expands Ad System With Computerization
The Aiken Standard outlines new computer driven ad dummying and page composition processes aimed at increasing efficiency. Debbie Hough, leader of the ad dummying effort, marks 14 years with the paper and reflects on adaptation to electronic workflows and future plans for digital image archiving and full computer pagination.
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