Bush says hostage release eases war decision in Gulf crisis
In Caracas President Bush cited the departure of American hostages from Kuwait and Iraq as one less worry in deciding whether to go to war. He denied any payback link to pulling diplomats from Kuwait and reiterated demand for Saddam Hussein to withdraw. He spoke at a five nation tour wrap up as 17 Americans left Baghdad and 900 other Americans remain among 8,000 foreigners held.
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Venezuela
Bush
Kuwait
Iraq
Baghdad
Saddam Hussein
Washington
Brazil
Uruguay
Argentina
Chile
Carlos Andres Perez
Perez
United States
Beckley Soldier Describes Desert Heat and Homesickness
Beckley resident Spc. John Payne of the 72nd Signal Battalion, temporarily home from Saudi Arabia, recounts Desert Shield heat with temperatures up to 130 degrees and a daily two gallons of water. He notes nights cooling to the 40s, strict Saudi rules, and the emotional support from family and fellow soldiers as they await a peaceful Gulf crisis resolution.
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Beckley
Spc
John Payne
Saudi Arabia
Middle East
72Nd
Germany
Iraq
Kuwait
Payne
Ruth E. Payne
Religion Gains Quiet Pluralism Amid Desert Sacrifices
In unmarked tents and mess halls in eastern Saudi Arabia, U S soldiers hold discreet worship for Christmas and Hanukkah under a government wary of religious displays. Chaplains, renamed morale officers, adapt with caution while Advent and Hanukkah observances proceed in designated areas.
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Saudi Arabia
U.S
Jackie Jones
Springfield
18Th Airborne Corps
U.S. Joint Information Bureau
82Nd Airborne Division
Jesus
Desert
Frosty
Snowman
Gary Wilson
Public Auction Set For 15 Motorcycles At Princeton High
On December 15 1990 at 10 AM under the stand of the Princeton High School football field Mercer County Sheriff will sell about 15 motorcycles including Kawasaki Yamahas Hondas Suzukis and Triumphs at public auction.
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Princeton High School
Mercer County
Kawasaki
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Thorn St
Princeton, WV
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Brushfork Bluefield
Sylvania
Philcog
Quasar
Don Meadows
Kelsreks
Bluefield Avenue
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