NAACP Calls for DOJ Probe of Citadel Hazing
National NAACP chair William Gibson urges a Justice Department investigation into a racial hazing at The Citadel that caused Kevin Nesmith to resign. Five white cadets wore sheets and towels, chanted curses, and left a charred cross. they received marching-token penalties.
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Charleston
William Gibson
NAACP
U.S. Justice Department
Citadel
Kevin Nesmith
College Presi
Cat Population Targeted by North Carolina Prison Staff
At Caledonia Prison Unit in Halifax County guards threaten euthanizing the cats that live near the gym. Inmates say the cats provide stress relief and reduce violence, while officials view the felines as disease risks and pests.
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Tillery
N.C
Hebo
Caledonia
Halifax County
Alfonzo Mason
Mason
Kitty
Alfonza L. Mason
North Carolina
Doctors Fear Pilot Recertifications in FAA Controversy
Pittsburgh report details FAA medical examiner Dr. Frank Austin Jr who recertified over 250 aviators once grounded for serious conditions. Critics say his judgments risk safety, while Austin defends his Authority and cites non fatal outcomes aside from the August helicopter crash of Joseph O'Brien.
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Pittsburgh
Frank Austin Jr
Austin
Pittsburgh Press
Joseph O’brien
Harry Gibbons
Federal Aviation Administration
FAA
O’brien
Bell
Jet Ranger
Shaw Base top officer removed after F-16 crash
Col. Russell M. Lanning, commander of Shaw Air Force Base's 363rd Tactical Fighter Wing, was stripped of command two days after an F-16 crash near the base. He will be reassigned as Air Force officials select a replacement. The move followed two fatal crashes that raised questions about ongoing Red Flag exercises and leadership. Lt. Col. Eric T. Olver died in the Wednesday night crash, with 1st Lt. Ralph A. Cyr killed in an October incident.
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Columbia
Lanning
Shaw Air Force Base
Prescott
Eric T. Olver
Ralph A. Cyr
Nevada
Tulsa
Okla
Air Force
Oklahoma State University
Pentagon
Sumter
Olver
Alzheimer's Research Quickens Pace As Clues Narrow
Boston AP reports scientists say progress in Alzheimer's disease research is speeding. Experts note potential causes and cures are closer, though no definitive answer exists. Researchers caution this is not the final word and more questions remain. An estimated 2.5 million Americans have the disease and 100,000 die yearly. A separate study hints at relief for some symptoms though no cure is near.
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Boston
Andrew Monjan
Neuroscience of Aging
National Institute On Aging
Katherine Bick
Depu
Limited diamond orders restrict jewelers and dept stores
A promotional campaign limits each customer to two Van Pier Simulated Diamonds per order unless postmarked before November 30 1986. Orders before that date may request up to seven jewels. No orders from jewelers or department stores will be accepted to introduce the product nationally at a low price.
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David Koskoff
New York
New York Magazine Praises Jewel Over Mined Diamonds
New York Magazine calls a new jewel more beautiful and brilliant than mined diamonds. The article states it looks even better than a mined diamond, stirring astonishment among readers who view the stunning gem.
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New York Magazine
Comparison of Van Pler Simulated Diamond Quality
The Van Pier simulates a diamond with near identical fire brilliancy and similar hardness while lacking visible carbon inclusions found in mined diamonds. It remains flawless under 100 power magnification and should be cared for like a fine jewel.
Science Discovers Counterfeit Diamond Making Breakthrough
The article explains Van Pier Simulated Diamonds created by Van Pler scientists using exotic mineral dust melted at 5000 degrees F. The counterfeit gems deceive pawnshops and jewelers, resemble mined diamonds with 57 facets, and were tested on TV show 20/20 with high appraisals.
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47Th Street
New York
Economist Warns Against Buying Mined Diamonds Now
Top authority J C Revel cautions buyers that small mined diamonds under two carats likely won t appreciate. He notes low resale value, dealer offers around 30 of retail, and promotes Van Pier Simulated Diamonds as a cheaper visually equal alternative. The WSJ notes investment grade diamond values fell 85 since 1980.
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J.C. Revel
van Pier
Revel
Wall Street Journal
van Pler
Van Pier Simulated Diamond sale in Europe promotion
A promotional offer markets Van Pier Simulated Diamond at 25 per carat with a 5 000 limit per state on first come first served basis. Europeans reportedly value the stones and a 30 day risk free home trial is offered with a lifetime written warranty and refundable checks if not satisfied.
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Europe
U.S
van Pier
Utah
Jewel gift eyed as the season’s hottest item
A company spokesman says demand for these jewels has surged in Europe and will likely accelerate in the United States. He notes the appeal lies in giving a beautiful jewel to someone you love and expects strong American uptake.
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Europe
Van Pler Simulated Diamond Boasts Extreme Heat Hardness
The Van Pler product compares its simulated diamond to steel noting it survives beyond 5000 degrees Fahrenheit. It claims unmatched durability with a lifetime warranty against defects and asserts the material remains intact for many lifetimes.
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James Grimsley Jr
Grimsley
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Corps of Cadets
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Johnson Hagood
College
Ole Bethel United Methodist Church
Lawrence Marinelli
Air Transport Association
Airlines
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Marinelli
Trans World Airlines
Shaw
National Institute For Neurological and Communicative Disorders
Dept. Stores
ABC
Diamond Mart
van Pen
S. Beverly Drive
Beverly Hills
California
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Visa
MasterCard
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