Hispanics in Florida hint at shifting political tides
Florida Hispanics have long backed Republicans but immigration issues and Cuba policy threaten that pattern. Analysts note rising Latino registration could favor Democrats, while Cuban voters in Dade show a shift away from Dole. Clinton’s stance on Cuba and Helms Burton’s delay loom large as Florida Republicans claim confidence. See VOTERS on Page 2A.
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Rain dampens Permian Basin as Dolly not blamed
West and North Texas saw rain on Friday not tied to Hurricane Dolly. NWS Midland official Brian Frances notes an upper level disturbance near El Paso draws moisture from the Pacific and Gulf. precipitation totals show above normal monthly rainfall but two year drought remains. Dolly may raise rain chances by Saturday afternoon with highs near 76 and lows around 67.
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Clinton moves to curb tobacco ads aimed at youths
President Clinton imposed historic FDA tobacco rules targeting teen smoking. Ads must be black and white text only and barred near schools. sponsorships of sporting events with brand names are banned. The rules exclude pipe tobacco and cigars, and legal challenges loom.
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Clinton acts to protect legal aliens welfare benefits
President Clinton moved to safeguard legal aliens from unintended welfare cuts and to speed up citizenship processing. The White House said non cash aid for life safety needs will still reach those losing benefits, while Clinton pledged to repair unfair provisions of the reform law.
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FBI cautions on TWA 800 blast as traces fall short
FBI official James Kallstrom says microscopic explosive traces found on wreckage do not prove a bomb or missile caused the TWA Flight 800 crash. Investigators still consider three scenarios: bomb, missile attack, or mechanical failure. Independent lab confirms results. false positives deemed unlikely.
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Bell eyes flat long distance rate in bid to simplify bills
Bell executives weigh a monthly flat fee for long distance as a way to give customers one bill. The plan would let callers contact at any time with no per minute measuring, aiming to compete as regional Bells face a loosening of local networks under new federal law. Bell seeks integration with local, cellular, pagers, and Internet services on one bill.
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