Drug talks break off over money
Senate negotiators on the Bush drug plan split over funding totals and allocation. Byrd pressed for an extra 1 billion with 800 million for treatment and education and 200 million for enforcement, while Republicans proposed 850 million more mainly for education and treatment. Hatfield remained optimistic for a compromise next week amid warnings of potential fiscal clashes impacting defense spending and a possible continuing resolution.
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Hartigan weighs running mate options in Illinois race
Democratic governor hopeful Neil Hartigan said he has talked with about 20 possible running mates and has yet to choose. He cited a tough process and emphasized selecting someone aligned with his agenda while noting potential picks including James Dixon Penny Severens Peg Breslin Jim Burns and others. He aims to improve Illinois education curb drugs and boost jobs with no timetable for the decision.
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Soviet drop linkage demand on Star Wars in arms talks
UPI reports in Jackson Wyoming that Secretary Baker and Soviet Foreign Minister Shevardnadze held nine hours of talks at a Grand Teton lodge. The Soviets reportedly dropped a demand to link a strategic arms treaty to the Star Wars defense plan, signaling a potential breakthrough. The discussion covered marginal issues, a summit date, and open skies.
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Dixon teacher honored by state board for contribution
Shirley Vivian Friday night was cited by the Illinois State Board of Education for outstanding contribution to education in Illinois. She was named among 100 teachers from 104,000 statewide in the 16th annual Those Who Excel banquet in Chicago. Vivian, Dixon's Teacher of the Year two years ago, submitted a lengthy questionnaire with recommendations from an administrator, teacher, former student, parent, and community member.
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Vivian receives recognition for student progress at Dixon schools
Vivian, a seventh and eighth grade language arts teacher in Dixon, says rewards come from her students' progress and insists on including several students in photos. She works with at risk and academically talented programs, has two sons, and spends spare time at sports, golf, gardening, and reading. Sublette native with 18 years in education, she has taught from kindergarten to junior high.
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Irving Berlin dies at 101 in New York home
The renowned songwriter Irving Berlin died in his sleep at his Manhattan Beekman Place home around 5 30 p m He was 101 and born on May 11 1888 in Russia He wrote God Bless America and White Christmas for performers like Bing Crosby and Fred Astaire earning many honors including the Congressional Gold Medal the Legion of Honor and the Medal of Freedom He received a special Tony in 1978 for lifetime theater work.
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