Credit unions win bill but fall short on fair lending
The nation’s credit unions secure legislation signed by President Clinton to expand memberships, yet the final bill omits federal fair lending rules. The banking industry pushed against broader access while highlighting tax costs. Democrats pushed for coverage, Republicans balked, and the measure passed without required lending protections.
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America
Supreme Court
Bill Clinton
Bisphosphonate hopefuls boost fight against breast cancer
German researchers report three year use of bisphosphonates with standard cancer treatments slowed spread to distant organs and cut death risk in high risk patients. The study in the New England Journal of Medicine urges further trials before routine use but experts are cautiously optimistic about the therapy.
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New England Journal of Medicine
Scripps Howard News Service
GM Sees Slow July Sales Amid Strikes
General Motors executives forecast a sharp sales drop for July, expecting 35 to 40 percent lower figures than a year ago due to ongoing strikes. Ron Zarrella, GM's sales and marketing VP, emphasized rebuilding momentum from September through year-end as the company plans the recovery.
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Ron Zarrella
General Motors
Water in Sydney Declared Safe After Flush
New South Wales chief health officer Andrew Wilson announced the Sydney water system was flushed of deadly parasites and cleared for drinking on Tuesday. The announcement confirmed the city’s supply as safe for residents and businesses after a crisis period.
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New South Wales
Andrew Wilson
Sydney
Australia
Congo Listed as Mixed for Kabila Rule
U S State Department spokesman James P Rubin credits Congo president Laurent Kabila with some successes during his 15 month rule yet notes significant setbacks in human rights and other areas Rebels challenge Kabila in eastern Congo.
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U.S. State Department
James P. Rubin
Congo
Laurent Kabila
Kabila
Luckman left storied legacy in sports life
The July 6 USA Today Sportsline notes the death of Sid Luckman at 81. It recalls his Columbia University tenure in the late 1930s, his Chicago Bears career under George Halas, and his impact as a legendary passer. The piece contrasts Luckman’s esteem with personal memories, including his modest appearance and the era’s football atmosphere.
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Sid Luckman
Columbia University
Life Magazine
Luckman
Chicago Bears
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Bears
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Redskins
Texas
Turk Edwards
Time Magazine
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Kavanaugh
Halas
Rights at risk in managed care patient aid debate
Smithy, a dialysis patient, needs a kidney transplant but may die without one. His relative Jonesy cannot donate due to an aneurysm. a second opinion challenges the plan’s denial. The piece argues for patient lawsuits against HMOs for delayed or denied care, with panels and penalties as possible fixes.
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Jonesy
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Congress
United States
Robert L. Weinmann
San Jose
Calif
Union of American Physicians and Dentists
Oakland
Oktoberfest memories and calls for more town activities
A reader from The News recalls the Oktoberfest era as a walkable community event for families. They lament its end and urge more local activities to give kids constructive outlets and improve town spirit, noting transportation barriers and prior enjoyment of downtown celebrations.
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Letters to the Editor from The New Castle News
Readers urged to submit legible letters up to 350 words with name address and phone. Submissions to Letters to the Editor, New Castle News, Box 60, New Castle, PA 16103. The paper notes letters may be edited for length and grammar and rejected if libelous or unfit for publication.
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