Leading indicators dip 0.2 percent in August
The Commerce Department reports the Index of Leading Indicators fell 0.2 percent in August the second decline in three months. Seven of 11 components were negative with raw material prices and unemployment claims easing concerns while consumer expectations rose slightly. Economists warn of a slow or flat economy into early next year amid Hurricane Andrew and GM strikes affecting employment.
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West Chester
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Louisiana
General Motors Corp
Midwest
Russian troops sent to Tajikistan amid unrest and hostages
Moscow reports reinforcements totaling up to 800 soldiers heading to Tajikistan under a mutual defense pact. The 10 000 strong force aims to bolster duties as Tajik unrest and Afghan arms smuggling persist. A hostage situation in Tajikistan ends with the release of the last of six soldiers.
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Afghanistan
Tajik Radio
Dushanbe
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Bartlett and Hattery Clash Over Jobs and Training Roles
In a policy discussion on jobs and training, Dr. Bartlett favors private sector driven goals with government incentives, while Mr. Hattery advocates public involvement in training the workforce. Both support a balanced budget amendment and protection of U.S. jobs. Hattery cites Job Training Partnership Act ties. Bartlett prefers market led programs and less bureaucracy.
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Bartlett
Hattery
Maryland General Assembly
U.S
Court OKs Detention Center Transfer in Jarboe Case
Court approves transfer framework for Jarboe and Hartman case as defense seeks venue change to Montgomery County claiming unfair pre trial publicity. Judge Stepler will refer to the administrative circuit for decision with no fixed trial date. funds approved for sign language interpreters in Frederick County amid ongoing scheduling.
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Montgomery County
Jarboe
Frederick County
Carl Harbaugh
Gary
Minnisohn
Stepler
William E. Hartman
Circuit Court
Students Support John With Bandanna Protest
A group of eighth graders at an unnamed school wore bandannas to support John, a classmate battling cancer. Principal Van Hall relented, allowing only the trio and John to wear bandannas, while Mrs. Mason notes the act as love and solidarity. John says he wants friends to see him as normal and stay upbeat.
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American Cancer Society
Mason
Leroy Mason
Ben
Tay
van Hall
John
Tasker's Chance raid prompts board action and license debate
City officials and doctors clash over a troubled establishment Tasker's Chance after a raid Sept 11 by a task force. Police say four sales to undercover agents occurred in April and August, with minors involved but no arrests amid a continuing drug probe. Putman warns of job losses and argues for punishment while tenants complain of crime and trash.
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Robert Fisher
Robert R.R. Roberts
Putman
Tasker
Immigration and Taxation Services
Patrick O’brien
O’brien
Reform school protest ends run with plan to raise funds
Mr Lantz states protesters aim to escape by fleeing the reform school while juvenile offenders will wear ordinary clothes to be less identifiable. Protesters plan bake and yard sales to fund their cause and vow to continue opposing housing offenders. Academy Executive Director Morrison says they are exercising rights and caused no disturbance.
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Lantz
Fox
Academy
David Morrison
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