Starr cashes $30 million in Clinton probe money flow
Independent counsel Ken Starr has accumulated about $30 million in expenses for the Clinton White House inquiry, potentially surpassing the Iran-Contra probe cost of $40 million. A General Accounting Office audit covers six months ending March 31, noting government spending on Starr and other counsels.
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Cries rise for IRS overhaul
President Clinton pledges to modernize the IRS as Senate hearings expose abuses. House Speaker Gingrich pushes for fundamental tax changes, arguing the tax code burdens Americans and requires broader reform. Clinton says further improvements are needed to curb IRS excesses.
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Interest hike put on hold by Fed amid growth hopes
Federal Reserve policymakers held the benchmark rate at 5.5 percent after a closed meeting and signaled a possible pause into early next year if the economy grows without added inflation. They may raise 0.25 percentage points at the next meetings on November 12 or December 16, depending on growth moderating to ease capacity and labor strain.
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Republicans Target IRS Reform Amid Campaign Rhetoric
National Press Club speech spotlighted GOP push to modernize the IRS and widen fundraising. Gingrich grilled Treasury Secretary Rubin over IRS oversight while Rubin and acting Commissioner Dolan touted phone filing and help lines. White House spokesman McCurry mocked Gingrich as less popular than the IRS. Gingrich aide shot back calling the IRS a privacy invading, citizen terrorizing monster.
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Hamas Leader Ahmed Yassin Freed and Sent to Jordan
Israel frees Hamas founder Ahmed Yassin after eight years of a life sentence and sends him to Jordan in a reported prisoner exchange to win release of two Israeli Mossad agents held in Amman. Yassin vows return to Gaza and Palestinian unity amid Jordanian mediation.
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Streak in sky linked to TWA 800 breakup
CIA and FBI say the streak of light seen by over 200 witnesses before TWA Flight 800 crash likely indicated the jet breaking up and leaking burning fuel, not a missile. CIA spokeswoman Carolyn Osborn notes a seven month study, still incomplete, supports that the initial explosion was from the aircraft itself.
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National roundup of court, crime and industry news
In a national roundup, a Boeing 747 bound for Paris exploded after leaving Kennedy Airport killing 230 aboard. Terry Nichols' attorney criticized a judge in the Oklahoma City bombing trial for eyeing a juror. a programmer urged guilt but opposed death. A DOJ task force urged Reno to consider independent counsel over Gore fund raising. MIT student death renews campus alcohol debate. Toys R Us found to have pressured suppliers to cut sales to warehouse clubs.
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Aiken Standard Help Desk And Subscriptions Notice
Community notice outlining office hours and contact numbers for subscriptions and editorial departments. Details include switchboard, extensions for Local News Features Sports and Publisher, mailing address, and delivery rates. Also notes delivery expectations and weekend timetable.
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