Bosnian peace salvaged after Rome talks
A weekend of emergency talks in Rome saved the Dayton peace accord for Bosnia. U S Assistant Secretary Richard Holbrooke announced Balkan leaders pledged to honor the agreement despite tough issues. See story page 2A.
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Florida effort engages over two thousand in Everglades aid
More than 2,000 people are involved in the Florida campaign to aid the Everglades. Details and developments are reported on page 5A.
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Gramm backs Dole after quitting race in New Hampshire
Texas Senator Gramm endorsed Bob Dole four days after leaving the Republican presidential contest. He urged uniting economic and social conservatives to beat Bill Clinton and warned against Pat Buchanan. The move mirrors GOP tensions as New Hampshire's result looms and Alexander and du Pont weigh in.
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Historic K C hotel reduced to dust
A sequence of about a dozen blasts felled the 18 story Muehlebach Hotel in downtown Kansas City. Thousands watched as the structure collapsed to a rubble pile, with sirens and cheers turning to screams, one officer sheltering from the noise as the dust settled.
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Bomb blasts bus in London theater district
A double decker London Transport bus exploded near a bank on Wellington Street in the West End late Sunday night injuring at least eight. Police reported no warning and no immediate claim of responsibility nine days after IRA cease fire ended.
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Year of the Rat ushers in Lunar New Year across Asia
Millions of Asians welcome the Lunar New Year ending the Year of the Pig as markets close and travel surges. Beijing empties stations while the Temple of the Earth fair captivates crowds with lion dances and karaoke amid Red lanterns and political pledges. Hong Kong travelers head abroad and fortune tellers note rat years bring mixed luck.
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Wal Mart plans store on George Washington Ferry Farm site
The Wal Mart development would sit on part of the Ferry Farm land near Fredericksburg along the Rappahannock River, home to George Washington as a boy. Opponents say the store would overwhelm the historic site while supporters note economic benefits and a Colonial style facade. Groundbreaking planned soon with a year opening target.
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