Our Opinion Missile defense plans misfire
Our Opinion argues against a broad national missile defense as costly and unlikely to work. It notes political posturing, treaty violations, and shifting CBO estimates, while acknowledging some risk from terrorists or accidents. It urges pursuing treaties and perhaps joint defenses to enhance security without fueling an arms race.
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Pentagon
Congress
Russia
Congressional Budget Office
CBO
China
State drags feet on disaster aid after blizzard and floods
After a major January disaster, Pennsylvania communities have received 75 percent of federal aid yet complain the state delays the non federal share. Governor Ridge called a special legislative session that produced 63 bills, but only 10 matter, with bond funding choices paralyzing road repair plans.
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Tom Ridge
Pennsylvania
Ridge
Patriot-News
Stephanie Ebbert
Motor Vehicle Trust
Commonwealth
Harrisburg
Patriot
Clinton urged to skip San Francisco visit over gay rights clash
San Francisco Mayor Willie Brown called on President Clinton to cancel a weekend trip after the president’s stance against same sex marriages angered a sizable local gay community. Brown urged the president to avoid the city amid protests and dissatisfaction with national policy.
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San Francisco
Willie Brown
Clinton
Perry cites chain of events in Brown crash
Defense Secretary William J. Perry described the Ron Brown crash as not caused by a single error but a deadly sequence of factors. He cited questionable pilot decisions and multiple contributing elements in Thursday remarks.
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U.S. Defense
William J. Perry
Commerce
Ron Brown
Russia central bank warns against Yeltsin transfer
Natalya Khomenko, spokesperson for Russia's Central Bank, calls the order to transfer $1 billion to reduce the budget gap a dangerous precedent. The move could threaten bank independence and put a $10 billion loan deal at risk.
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Natalya Khomenko
Russia
Central Bank
Boris Yeltsin
Conflicting images of youth highlight policy and action
Mitchell Olszak argues in The News that two divergent pictures of American youth exist. A Washington rally spotlighted child poverty and inadequate services while a New Castle News series celebrated local graduates contributing to charity. He urges balanced view, sustained adult involvement, and focused support for education to nurture responsibility and potential.
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Washington
New Castle
America
Freemen in Montana criticized as anti government threats
A columnist denounces the Freemen in Montana, urges arrest if needed, and warns against lawless resistance. The piece contrasts with Waco and Ruby Ridge, defends lawful civic duties, and criticizes both reformers and outlaws while praising past, tougher outlaws.
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Montana
FBI
Waco
Ruby Ridge
Money as Measure Dooms Society Says Editor
A reflective column argues money becomes the standard of value and threatens humanity. It questions personal thrift versus spending, warns of societal collapse, and notes a new mayor must fix inherited financial messes before progress.
Blame it on Henry Ford Letter to the Editor
The New Castle News invites letters up to 350 words with name address and telephone for verification. Del Fletcher of Mt Jackson comments on cars, urban sprawl, population growth, and future costs, noting shifts since Henry Ford and asking who will pay.
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Mitchel Olszak
New Castle News
The
News
New Castle
Henry Ford
Henry
del Fletcher
Mt. Jackson
Rap id Tappets Car Club Shines At Annual Show
The publicity committee thanks volunteers and members of the Rap id Tappets Car Club for making the annual car show a success. Profits from the event were donated to the Union Township Volunteer Fire Department. Special appreciation is given to The News for its support.
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Rapid Tappets Car Club
Union Township Volunteer Fire Department
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