Heston Named NRA Leader for All-American Image
Charleton Heston was elected by the NRA board as executive president amid calls to broaden membership and present a mainstream image. Wayne LaPierre praised Heston while security moved to quell a confrontation during the vote. Heston pledged to focus on communication and public relations to show gun owners as ordinary Americans.
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Robert Kennedy
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Conrail Deal Expands Railyards and New Pittsburgh Facility
The Conrail sale adds railyards in Conway and Altoona plus a new suburban Pittsburgh facility for double-stacked trailers. An engine repair shop under construction will add 75 to 100 jobs. Some union members welcome the shift to Norfolk Southern, while others fear less stability for staff. 400 customer service workers may transfer to NS and CSX offices in Atlanta and Jacksonville as STB reviews the deal.
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Nigeria picks Abdulsalam Abubakar as head of state
Nigeria swiftly names Abdulsalam Abubakar general and sworn head of state after Gen Sani Abacha dies of a heart attack at 54. The oath took place in a predawn ceremony as Nigeria, Africa's most populous nation and an oil power, faces uncertain path toward democratic transition this year.
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South Korea President Joins Clinton at White House Dinner
South Korean President Kim Dae-jung meets President Clinton at a White House state dinner after a morning session and a Gore luncheon. North Korea’s nuclear potential dominates talks amid regional tensions and sanctions easing debates. The White House says rewards must follow North Korean denuclearization steps.
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Clinton signs 203 billion highway bill with bridges
President Clinton signed a record 203 billion highway bill expanding transit from Puerto Rico to the Northern Mariana Islands. The measure funds highway upgrades including 2.4 million to replace New Castle's Grant Street Bridge. Critics call it an election-year pork barrel and a monument to lobbying.
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Mariana Islands
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Grant Street
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American Road & Transportation Builders Association
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Memo links Clinton to foreign money in 1992 donation
Investigators review memos and bank statements show James Riady, Indonesian billionaire, routed a six-figure donation to the Democratic Party after a five minute August 1992 ride with Bill Clinton. The memo by Melinda Yee notes Riady flew from Indonesia and wired funds, with some money directly aiding federal candidates.
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Intel Hit With Federal Antitrust Suit Over Speed Bumps
Washington AP Intel Corp admitted efforts to deny competitors crucial technical information to slow them, a move the FTC says gave Intel an unfair edge as the leading PC chip producer. The action follows a separate antitrust lawsuit against Microsoft, to trial September 8.
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Vintage car rally sponsorships boost New Castle event
Debbie Baron chairs a local race fundraiser with 12 major sponsors including Baron Heating and Air Conditioning and Adelphia Cable. Hosts and racers will dine at the Farone Building after lunch, with finish line announcements and posters as souvenirs. Lawrence County promotion draws vintage car enthusiasts and families.
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Adelphia Cable
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Noble House Clinic
Rapid Tappets Car Club
Jameson Hospital
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New Wilmington
History Channel
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Wayne Wagner
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