Air base welcomes O Grady home at Aviano Italy
Capt Scott O Grady returned to Aviano Air Base after six days in Bosnian woods evading Serbs. He praised rescuers and thanked allies as Navy doctors noted burns on his cheek and neck from ejecting his F 16. General Ryan said a few weeks off then return to flying is planned.
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Republicans Cut Jobs and Subsidies at Home
Washington AP report shows Republicans advancing a Congress budget bill cutting hundreds of staff in Congress and ending subsidies for House beauty and barber shops. They also propose closing a small office that manages flag displays on Capitol poles. Democrats voiced little opposition as a $1.8 billion funding bill for Congress moved forward, with a $155 million cut from the current year. A separate foreign aid bill contemplates a $1.5 billion reduction from this year's projections.
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McVeigh defense objects to delay in indicting bombing suspect
Oklahoma City AP report says Timothy McVeigh's lawyer challenged prosecutors' bid for more time to indict, claiming it harms his client's right to a fair trial. Burr charged the delay aims to help prosecution prepare for trial and argued sufficient evidence existed by April 27. In Washington AP notes Agriculture Dept issued a temporary vaccine license for raccoon bait to curb rabies, aiming for nine months protection.
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House Debates School Prayer Amendment Clash
In Washington the House faced a clash between Democrats and Republicans over a proposed constitutional amendment on school prayer. Rep. Ernest Istook urged a right to religious expression in public, while Democrats warned it could force beliefs. A flag desecration amendment also heads for House debate.
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Hundreds protest Cuba policy at White House rally
More than 1,500 Cuban-Americans gathered outside the White House amid protests of President Clinton's refugee return policy. Dozens of buses carried demonstrators from Miami and northern New Jersey. Lafayette Park hosted a banner honoring Cubans killed or disappeared since 1959.
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Perot warns high achievers about real-world struggles
Former presidential candidate Ross Perot urged Port Huron Northern High School's 330 graduates to value effort and resilience. He criticized those who have never faced defeat, saying the hard-won discipline of struggling students builds intellectual grit and recovery from disappointment.
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Prednisone Bone Loss Study Seeks Adults 18 to 85
Open to men and women starting prednisone or cortisone within 90 days, the Arthritis and Osteoporosis Center of Maryland invites participants. All tests including labs, visits, x rays, bone density, calcium supplements, and study medication are free. Call 301-698-1255 or 800-974-4466 for details.
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Smithsburg boy found alone in California mall
Police identify a Maryland boy found wandering at a San Bernardino Montgomery Ward's on June 2 as Wolfgang Von Nester Jr. from Smithsburg, Md. His parents and father Wolfgang Von Nester Sr. remain unlocated. a relative’s call helped confirm his identity and guardianship is uncertain. He was placed in foster care after the incident.
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Autopsy photos torment Simpson juror in court
In Los Angeles autopsy images of Ronald Goldman’s fatal throat slash overwhelmed a front row juror. Goldman’s family sobbed as the scene unfolded. the juror rushed out briefly, then returned, prompting Judge Lance Ito to halt the session 90 minutes early. Defense fears centered on potential juror impairment and the impact of the grisly board.
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