Defense secretary warns of furloughs over spending bill
Defense Secretary William Cohen urged Congress to pass a multibillion dollar emergency spending bill by early May to avoid widespread civilian furloughs. He warned bases closures could force reductions in future high tech weapons and said about 800,000 civilian employees face possible layoffs if action is delayed.
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Ray family seeks public funeral for James Earl Ray in Nashville
Relatives and supporters of James Earl Ray plan a public funeral in Nashville about three weeks from now. Jerry Ray said the 70 year old died Thursday in a state prison and King family members may attend to show Ray did not commit the crime.
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University of Iowa study on marijuana effects seeks volunteers
Researchers at the University of Iowa College of Medicine invite volunteers for a study on chronic marijuana use and its impact on brain structure and mental abilities. Participants receive compensation, two overnight hospital stays with neuroimaging, memory and attention tests, and must have attended Iowa elementary school in fourth grade, be at least 20, and right-handed. Call 353-6434 on weekdays for details and eligibility.
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Kohl's East German support collapses in Saxony Anhalt vote
Chancellor Kohl faces a blow as the anti-foreigner German People's Union wins 12.9 percent in Saxony Anhalt elections. The CDU falls to about 22 percent while the SPD edges up, boosting CDU challenger Schroeder and signaling waning East German backing ahead of national polls. turnout rises to 70 percent.
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