Chavis says outside forces plot to oust NAACP leader
NAACP executive director Benjamin Chavis alleges forces outside the African American community are orchestrating a campaign to oust him over a out-of-court sex discrimination settlement with a former employee. He cites fallout from his alliance with Louis Farrakhan and financial handling questions amid the NAACP's $2.7 million deficit.
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House approves Gulf Syndrome funds and more for veterans
The House backed up to six years of compensation for Persian Gulf syndrome symptoms in veterans with at least 10 percent disability or those exposed before a set date. The bill provides $5 million annually for research and $10 million for marriage and family counseling, with conditions and timelines outlined for reauthorizing support.
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Explosions Rock Exxon Chemical Plant in Baton Rouge
A series of blasts at an Exxon chemical plant near Baton Rouge, Louisiana, sparked a massive fire and sent about 200 workers fleeing as flames and black smoke rose. Seven workers were injured scaling a six foot fence. officials said fumes were not toxic and advised residents to close air intakes. Police halted I-110 nearby. The furnace area processes byproducts from crude oil to produce items like isopropyl alcohol and rubber.
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Clergy warned after anonymous death threats in Florida
An unknown caller threatened to kill 20 clergymen over an abortion clinic shooting. Archdiocese of Miami says it may be a crank call. FBI and a domestic terrorism task force informed. Grand jury to review July 29 slayings of Dr John Britton and escort James Barrett. Paul Hill to face indictment. Activists in Mississippi begin week of clinic demonstrations.
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Asbestos safety rules expanded for workers nationwide
A Labor Department regulation from OSHA requires training and exposure safeguards for janitors mechanics and renovations on buildings using asbestos. It lowers exposure limits to 0.1 fibers per cubic centimeter, targets 3.2 million workers in new construction renovation and maintenance and 685,000 mechanics and 1,000 shipbuilders, and covers pre-1980 buildings with sprayed-on or loose asbestos insulation. The rule aims to prevent about 42 cancer deaths annually and costs about 361 million dollars per year. John Sweeney of the Service Employees Union praised the measure for custodians and cleaners facing asbestos risk.
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Whitewater counsel active in Republican affairs
Kenneth Starr, named Whitewater independent counsel, has a record of Republican ties. He contributed to GOP candidates, debated White House aides on PBS, and faced Democratic questions about partisanship while Republicans defended his impartiality and job fitness.
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Personal Injury: Injuries Sustained at Auto Accident Procedures
A report outlines injuries from a recent auto accident and the ensuing medical and legal procedures. It notes parties involved and steps for filing claims, with emphasis on treatment, liability, and potential settlements.
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