Louisiana offers covenant marriage as road test for vows
Ellen Goodman examines Louisiana plans for a covenant marriage with stricter divorce rules and premarital counseling. The two-year separation or fault-based standards aim to curb quick divorces, sparking debate on whether tougher terms strengthen marriage or create two classes of unions.
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Critics seek ban on unsolicited loan checks
Victor and Debra Goldberg of Ithaca received a $7500 check made out to Debra for a loan she did not seek. The checks are marketed as instant loans by Signet Banking Corp and face criticism for high rates and potential fraud. Rep. Hinchey proposes a ban, likening it to the 1970 unsolicited credit card ban.
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Texas
Mideast foes agree to security meetings and talks
Israeli and Palestinian security officials agreed to regular substantive meetings after a three day mediation led by U.S. envoy Dennis Ross. He aims to resume wider peace talks, but cautioned results may take days or weeks. Demonstrations in Nablus criticized U.S. and Israeli pressure on Arafat as talks continued.
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Cedar Rapids Gazette promotes recycling and soybean ink usage
The Cedar Rapids Gazette explains its commitment to sustainability by printing with soybean ink and using recycled newsprint. It invites readers to recycle at City Carton on Sixth Street and notes subscription rates and contact details for service.
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Clarification over watch scratch claim linked to police
Jay Shaw of Iowa City said his remarks referenced Coralville police statements rather than personal observation about a possible watch scratch on Iowa City Police Chief R. J. Winkelhake. The Gazette invites complaints and will publish corrections or clarifications as needed.
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New French S&M restaurant in Chelsea shocks New York
La Nouvelle Justine in Chelsea offers mild masochism with meals including a $20 Special Fare for spankings. Diners, from businessmen to Wall Street partygoers, reserve dinners at about $50 per person. The venue features fetish décor and martinis named Masochist and Necrophiliac.
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