State Department orders 300 Americans to leave Jordan and Sudan
The State Department ordered nearly 300 Americans to depart Jordan and Sudan well ahead of the January 15 deadline for Iraq to withdraw from Kuwait. Sudan's Muslim fundamentalist government supports the Iraqi leadership.
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Talks on high level Iraq meeting falter despite dates
U S officials push for Secretary Baker to meet Saddam with Iraq resisting timetables as Baghdad and Washington clash over Dec 20 to Jan 3 travel window. Maariv cites a Jan 9 possible visit, but State Department and Israeli embassy deny the report. Joseph Wilson IV confirms 15 proposed dates and warns Iraq has not shown willingness to engage.
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Saddam predicts U.S. defeat in Iraq war warning
Saddam Hussein in a Mexican TV interview says the American army will be defeated because it lacks right on its side and has invaded lands. He recalls ambassadors and signals a new diplomatic push while U.S. officials in Riyadh assess bleak peace prospects amid tensions in the Persian Gulf.
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Friday Farewell to the nineties party guide
A lighthearted wrap up of year end plans with tips for New Year Eve celebrations. The note promises fun ideas and jokes about avoiding lamp shade mishaps while urging readers to make the most of social gatherings as the year closes.
Picky Subject: Acupressure Doctor Aims to Cure Back Pain
Regular Friday columnist Ed Gebhart looks back on old days and people in Delaware County. Anesthesiologist Ghodart Olah Heidary claims 90 percent success using acupuncture and helps smokers quit. He is on staff at Lankenau Hospital with many Delco residents as clients.
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Goin West Eagles Face Cardinals in Arizona Showdown
Beat reporter Dan O Connor previews a key Saturday clash as the Philadelphia Eagles aim to clinch a playoff spot with a win over the Phoenix Cardinals in Tempe Arizona. The potential postseason opponent Redskins loom if the Birds win.
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