Bargainers OK Yugoslavia Balkans funding with carveouts
Washington negotiators reach a compromise on a wide spending bill financing the Yugoslavia air campaign and Central American aid, while scrapping proposed loan guarantees for steel and energy firms. The package nears a vote, with total outlays approaching 15 billion dollars.
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Toddler Rescued From Narrow 16-Foot Well in Mulvane
A 17 month old boy named Jesse fell into an 8 to 10 inch wide 25 foot well Thursday night in Mulvane. About 50 rescuers dug a 25 foot trench beside the shaft for five hours to reach him. Firefighter Tim Deneen freed him by tunneling through the side. he was strapped to a backboard and taken to hospital after coughing and crying during the ordeal. The rescue drew around 100 neighbors as a video crew observed.
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American Airlines accused of antitrust acts
The Justice Department accuses American Airlines of monopolizing the Dallas Fort Worth hub by pushing out small startups and raising fares. The suit targets predatory pricing in several markets and seeks to block flood pricing on routes to deter competition.
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GOP shifts on gun show background checks vote
Senate Republicans reversed course after a public backlash and moved toward a vote to require background checks for unlicensed dealers at gun shows. The turnaround followed pressure from constituents and NRA influence, with Democrats urging time to review the proposal and noting continued exemptions for certain sales.
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Carrey Appears Ready for Rhode Island Police Squad
Jim Carrey sports a regulation style Rhode Island State Police uniform while filming Me Myself and Irene. The Farrelly brothers verified uniform authenticity with Maj. Harold Watson and joked about Carrey joining the force if he quits acting.
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Phil Wilke compiled J-W Wie Reports
A compiled digest by Phil Wilke from J-W Wie Reports presents concise notes and summaries of recent developments. The column highlights key figures, events, and ideas shaping the local scene with brisk, period-appropriate language and a focus on timely details.
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