Lewis telethon raises record $47.1 million in Las Vegas
Jerry Lewis led his 29th annual Labor Day telethon in Las Vegas raising a record 47.1 million dollars for the Muscular Dystrophy Association. The event used celebrity appearances and personal stories from people with muscular dystrophy to drive donations, topping last year’s 46 million.
Clinton joked over five letter puzzle at press briefing
Massachusetts report says President Clinton is a master at crosswords, swiftly filling clues in ink. He paused at clue 65 across in the New York Times torn from the puzzle, joking that even Dee Dee Myers might know the answer.
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Clinton breaks vacation to rally in Bath Maine
President Clinton interrupted his vacation to campaign for the Democratic ticket in Bath Maine during a Labor Day rally. He focused on Rep. Tom Andrews aimed at replacing Majority Leader George Mitchell and noted Snowe leads Andrews by about 15 percentage points.
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Clinton attends Rosh Hashana service in Mass
President Clinton wore a yarmulke at Rosh Hashana services at Old Whaling Church in EpGarrown Massachusetts as he pledged to pursue Middle East peace. First Lady Hillary joined Chelsea, back from Martha's Vineyard, at a Washington service nearby. Rabbi Joshua Plaut praised the president's peacemaking efforts.
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Panhandler appeals to Boston yuppies
Michael Henry defies stereotypes as a cheerful beggar on Boston Common. He greets white collar passersby, works regular hours, and earns about $15,000 yearly by charm and routine. Neighbors describe him as trained in soliciting generosity from Back Bay and Beacon Hill workers.
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Clinton rallies in Bath as Maine seat boosts GOP hopes
In a cold driving rain at Bath Iron Works, Clinton urged the crowd to reward public leaders who seek unity and solutions. He tied the visit to economic recovery and thanked Andrews for leading Congress to rebuild the shipyard industry and spur growth ahead of fall elections.
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Democrats Get No Credit for Economy
President Clinton acknowledges patience as his economic plan shows job growth but polls show little credit for the economy. He cites 4.2 million new jobs in 19 months and argues progress while foes blame past policies. Labor leaders and lawmakers note lag between revival and public perception amid nine weeks to elections.
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