White House refuses Bosnia arms embargo lift despite vote
The White House defended keeping the arms embargo on Bosnia even after a House vote while Bosnian Prime Minister Haris Silajdzic visited. President Clinton would veto similar measures, as rescued Air Force Captain Scott O Grady was set for a Monday White House ceremony.
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Clinton spokesman vows veto on Bosnia arms embargo lift
The House votes 318 99 to end U S participation in the embargo. Bosnian Prime Minister Haris Silajdzik laments more suffering after meeting with Vice President Gore. A Gore spokeswoman warns lifting the embargo risks a humanitarian crisis of grave proportions.
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Clinton pledges simplified tax filings to cut paperwork
President Clinton announced a drive to reduce taxpayer and small business filing burdens by limiting duplicate submissions across federal agencies. He urged legislation enabling simultaneous filing with state governments, citing potential savings of 1.5 billion dollars over five years and a 300 million dollar federal cut. Paul Condit of Seminole Texas, a small business owner, supported the plan, noting practical cost relief. A memorandum among the Treasury, Social Security, IRS and Labor departments aims to share wage and tax data to streamline compliance.
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Obituary notes and ages from local listings
Obituaries list Alfredo G Bautista 75 of Luray William A Brackett Sr 83 of Alexandria Carl K Disney 41 of Maysville WV Claude C Lamb 90 of McGaheysville Muriel A Baum 98 of Alexandria and Richard Rhodes 80 of Washington DC. Rocking A PAINT SALE today on page 20.
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Centenarian copy editor keeps working at 100 in Kansas City
Audrey Stubbart, aged 100, celebrated with a party and potluck after an eight hour shift at The Examiner in Independence. She credits work for self worth, plans to keep editing as long as health allows, and notes she never smoked or drank while delivering five children at home. Her husband died nearly 30 years ago.
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GTE Seeks Higher Rates With Touch-Tone Removal
GTE asks Virginia regulators to raise basic residential bills from 10.76 to 17.08 monthly and pay phone calls by ten cents, while eliminating the 2 Touch-Tone fee. The change, filed with the State Corporation Commission, aims to reflect costs and competition, with a 180 day review.
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Elkton Couple Win Virginia Lottery Jackpot Worth 1 Million
Andrew and Phyllis McCauley of Elkton claimed a $1 million prize at Harrisonburg regional office after playing since 1988. They will receive $34,000 yearly before taxes for 20 years, plan to donate to local churches, save the rest, and celebrate their anniversary. Wayne's Market will receive a $5,000 bonus for selling the winning ticket.
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