Jobless rate slips as June adds jobs and boosts sentiment
The June unemployment rate falls to 5.6 percent as temporary summer hiring and construction lift the picture, easing fears of recession. Analysts say the Fed would still likely cut rates in August, with manufacturing weakness remaining a concern. Reich notes 7 million jobs created since January 1993.
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New board moves quickly as Tacha elected president
John Tacha took the reins of the 1995-96 Lawrence school board, with George Crawford as vice president. In 35 minutes they tackled agenda items A through N, debated attorney Curran’s rate to 70 dollars per hour, approved milk purchases for 1,173,000 half-pints, and discussed a post bond issue district retreat to chart a new mission for nearly 10,000 students.
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Simpson’s defense takes aim as trial moves forward
After five months of testimony the prosecution rests in People v Simpson and the defense plans to present its case starting Monday. Attorneys will battle over 488 exhibits and may seek an immediate innocent verdict. Lead lawyer Johnnie Cochran Jr. predicts a four to six week defense, featuring friends and golf pals as witnesses and a possible cross examination later.
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Recognize Vietnam moves toward full U S relations
President Clinton’s advisers draft a memo to restore full diplomatic ties with Vietnam, signaling a shift after 19 years of embargo. Officials say a decision could come within a week, paving the way for a trip to Hanoi and Cambodia as more records on missing servicemen are reviewed.
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