First combat deaths heighten latest debate on Capitol Hill
The Pentagon confirms 12 U S Marines died in Khafji as the Gulf War's ground phase looms. Lawmakers debate Bush's ability to sustain public support while warning of escalating casualties and the need to prepare Americans for losses. Bush plans base visits to North Carolina and Georgia. Baker, Fitzwater deny policy rifts amid cease fire talks.
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19 Survive Crash of Commuter Plane
BECKLEY West Virginia A twin engine commuter airplane from USAir Flight 4743 crashed on Raleigh County Memorial Airport runway injuring 18 of 19 aboard Federal investigators planned to begin probing the turboprop Jetstream 31 crash One passenger described the impact as like hitting an air pocket with injuries ranging from cuts to broken bones and neck and back trauma One crew member was hospitalized officials said.
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Tracey Kirkpatrick Murder Suspect Still At Large
Tracey Kirkpatrick and Gary Lewis are mentioned as involved in a fatal incident described on page A-1. After the show, the family rested briefly while friends phoned in. Mrs. Kirkpatrick denounces the vicious suspect still at large and dangerous. Grandfather Wilburn Tipton expresses hope for safety.
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Frederick County Schools Budget Talk and Crime Hotline Notes
Dr. Farmer heads Frederick County schools in his fourth year as the board plans a Feb. 19 budget approval for FY1992 beginning July 1. The article notes past budget changes and ongoing witness tips while a separate crime case involves a murder inquiry and family reactions to police methods and laws protecting suspects.
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Two Frederick residents arrested on drug charges
Two Frederick residents were arrested Wednesday night by city police at John Hanson Apartments on North Bentz Street. Preston Byrd, 40, faces counts of possession with intent to distribute fake crack cocaine and drug paraphernalia. Donna Griffin, 25, is charged with possession with intent to distribute crack cocaine and paraphernalia. Bond set at $10,000 each.
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Allies retake Khafji as Iraqi attack looms amid air war
Allied forces retook Khafji as Iraqi ground assault threatened, while air strikes raged. British Jaguar fighters hit a 300 foot landing craft, five Iraqi craft were sunk and four beached. RAF and Italian bombers supported Khafji operations. Schwarzkopf praised air campaign, noting Iraq is largely defenseless. Coalition reported Iraqi casualties heavy with 21 taken prisoner and about two dozen tanks destroyed. A Baghdad radio claim spoke of captured U S personnel. no confirmation.
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Plane Shot Down In War With Iraq Report Emerges
A U S plane was shot down in the war against Iraq with Pentagon sources offering no confirmation on location or aircraft type. CBS cited reports of a C 130 with 18 to 20 aboard behind enemy lines, while Brig Gen Pat Stevens said authorities had not confirmed the loss. Allied forces have lost 19 aircraft in five days, with only one lost recently.
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Senate approves Agent Orange disability bill for veterans
The Senate approved by 99 to 0 a bill to guarantee permanent disability benefits for Vietnam War veterans exposed to Agent Orange. The measure, passed by the House 412 to 0, codifies an existing Veterans Affairs program into law and awaits President Bush's signature amid ongoing debate over dioxin's long term effects.
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CNN Eyes Temporary Surcharge for Gulf War Coverage
CNN may seek a voluntary surcharge from cable operators to cover up to 4 million dollars in costs for continuous Persian Gulf War coverage. Anonymous industry sources say CNN could charge as much as seven cents per subscriber for up to six months if the war endures.
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FDA critiques Alzheimer's drug tacrine researcher in NEJM letter
The FDA breaks its silence to bluntly criticize a researcher who reported benefits from tacrine for Alzheimer's disease. The agency notes deficiencies raise questions about conclusions, while saying there is no clear evidence the researcher misrepresented his work.
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