Judge frees doctor in PMS fueled drunken driving case
Dr. Geraldine Richter, an orthopedic surgeon, was found not guilty of drunken driving after contending PMS, not alcohol, caused her intoxicated reaction toward a trooper while her three children rode with her. Her lawyer called PMS a mitigating factor, not a defense.
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Black valedictorian dispute prompts shared honor at Newton County High
U S District Judge Marvin H Shoob orders black senior Johnathan Henderson and white classmate C Thomas Allgood II to share the valedictorian title at Newton County High School. Allgood had a slightly higher GPA but transfer grades from a disputed private school affect accreditation. Henderson says he will skip speaking at Friday's graduation while still attending in Covington. some black students threaten a boycott. Thomas expresses disappointment but accepts the ruling.
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Bush wept in prayer before sending Americans to war
President Bush spoke to Southern Baptists in Atlanta recalling tears shed in prayer at Camp David before the Persian Gulf air war. He described praying with Barbara and contrasted emotions with public perception as he defended conservative causes and wartime resolve to a supportive, Patriotism-focused audience.
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US backs Soviets to help themselves in reform push
Secretary of State Baker said Washington will not flood the Soviet economy with aid. He urged Moscow to adopt self help while outlining plans to press ahead on START and a possible Moscow summit. Bush said START progress and NSC decisions shape future meetings with Gorbachev.
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NRA Softens Stance on Brady Bill With Waiting Period Plan
NRA chief lobbyist James Baker signaled potential acceptance of a shorter waiting period if a firm deadline is set to replace it with instant checks at point of sale. The House already passed a seven day waiting period, while Senate Majority Leader George Mitchell outlined a plan linked to Biden anti crime legislation.
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