Bush cautions on costly climate treaty at Earth Summit
President Bush voices reservations about a hard hitting global warming agreement at the Earth Summit in Brazil. He stresses responsibility to families seeking work and warns that overly costly measures could throw workers out of jobs.
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Economic recovery seen as weak by analyst Robert Dederick
Robert Dederick of Northern Trust Co Chicago says the current recovery remains fragile as many economists predict only gradual improvement. He notes tempering consumer demand and persistent job weakness contributing to a slow rebound ahead of year end.
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Good business by luck boosts car rental demand this summer
Joe Russo of Hertz Corp notes the summer is strong already with no extra actions needed as a surge in air travel drives a big rise in car rental business for agencies. The remark highlights how travel demand directly lifts rental firms' activity amid a buoyant travel season.
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Our Opinion: Political parties pass the buck
The column cites Senate Minority Leader Robert Dole urging President Bush to stress cohesive government amid Perot's rise. It argues divided government since 1969 fuels blame, gridlock, and pork, and suggests voters may favor one party controlling Congress and the presidency to test programs and push reform. Perot is framed as a consequence of partisan dysfunction.
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Medals for veterans in Pa spark budget clash
A Pennsylvania proposal to award medals to Gulf and later conflicts faces a charge of crass cost shifting. Senate Appropriations backs decorations but requires veterans to pay. The column argues for free honors or alternative support like scholarships and job training.
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Debate plan fades as networks clash over fall format
The presidential race moves toward a general election focus with talk of four debates among Bush Clinton and Perot. Networks and the commission clashed over venue moderators and a sports-conflicted timing while suggesting a format with separate candidate interviews to better compare issue stances.
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Earth Summit Focuses On Children Amid Rio Streets Cleaned
The Earth Summit foregrounds children as a moral measure of progress while Rio de Janeiro removes street urchins for the conference. The piece argues long term thinking is needed beyond economics and warns of neglect of future generations. It cites Al Gore, contrasts Cold War fears with modern climate threats, and notes that today’s kids value the global environment and will outlive present leaders.
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Voters push for change in Lawrence County election
Letter from Charles D Porterfield praises turnout in the recent primary and laments past indifference. He urges continued voter engagement, cites the check-bouncing scandal, and calls for officials focused on public service not personal gain. The piece also notes The News letters policy and urges accountability through voting.
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WWII aviation cadets from Douglas Ga sought by veterans
World War II veterans seek help locating former aviation cadets who trained to fly at Douglas Georgia during the war. Four were from New Castle: Richard A. Dean Leo Leslie Jones George W. Lusk Jr. and Wylie H. Shira Jr. Two others were from New Castle area Joseph Hayduk and Richard Neel. Contacts: Paul D. Schlundt 3149 N Winfield Ave Indianapolis IN 46222.
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