Ashcroft Hearings Boosted by GOP Vote Confidence
After four days of hearings Senate Republicans asserted they have enough votes to confirm John Ashcroft as attorney general with estimates of 60 to 70 supporters. Some Democrats signaled votes for Ashcroft while opposition from civil rights and women’s groups loomed. The Judiciary Committee reviewed his civil rights record as debate continued over abortion and gun laws.
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Public defender seeks withdrawal in firearms case
Bluefield federal case details a motion by Brian J. Kornbrath to withdraw as counsel for Rodney Eugene Smith indicted for illegal possession of eight firearms and debt fraud. Smith challenged jurisdiction and corporate existence of the United States, filings prompted by pro se actions, with trial set for March 6.
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Rockefeller Pushes Drug Plan Demonstration for Seniors
Rockefeller argues Medicare costs may drop with preventative care from a prescription drug program. He urged the Clinton Administration to use retired miners and widows under the Coal Act as a demonstration group to show how an outpatient Medicare prescription drug benefit affects seniors and how the Combined Benefit Fund can inform policy. The project aims to reveal outpatient drug impact, non urban care strategies, and disease management roles for frail elderly.
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Vehicle falls into creek after embankment collapse
The vehicle slid 18 to 20 feet into a creek tributary of the Dry Fork River after the embankment gave way while salvage work was attempted. No other occupants were present. Heavy rain in the area may have contributed. Two Berwind Volunteer Fire Department firefighters suffered hypothermia but were not hospitalized. Officials remained at the scene until 12:20 a.m. Friday.
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Brave pilot survives crash near Mercer County Airport
Shahan, after a rain veiled approach, clipped trees and wrecked his plane. He crawled through mud to safety as officers praised his luck. His wife awaits at the airport while he weighs whether to fly again given the shattered aircraft and his injuries.
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Pilot narrowly escapes crash in Mercer County woods
A small plane clipped trees and plunged into a ridge near Mercer County, with firefighters and police detailing minimal aircraft damage. Witnesses note the pilot’s luck as emergency crews including MercER County Sheriff, West Virginia State Police, and airport officials converge on the scene awaiting investigators arrival.
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Bush says he's ready to get to work on eve of inauguration
On the eve of his inauguration George W. Bush said he is ready to assume the duties of commander in chief with pride and honor. He outlined plans to quickly push his agenda, issue orders reform education and submit Cabinet nominations while attending preinaugural events and a Black Tie and Boots ball.
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