Debates on Clinton impeachment spark resignations talk
In a crowded House chamber lawmakers discuss impeachment steps with Chief Justice Rehnquist presiding. Reps Lipinski and Slaughter say Clinton should resign if impeachment passes, while Vice President Gore drôle remarks compare resignation to unlikely meteor events.
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Rebels reach title game after forfeit controversy
Lee faces Katy in the state final after Katy’s district ruled forfeits altered the playoff field. Stokes laments the “black eye” while Permian’s earlier forfeit history mirrors the debate on integrity. Lee, boasting wins over Coronado Andress and Lake Highlands, seeks second title after 1983 loss.
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Princess Diana’s mother slams death conspiracy theories
Frances Shand Kydd denounced conspiracy theories about Diana’s 1997 Paris crash during a London remembrance service for children’s families. She said no evidence supports the theories and condemned those who spread painful stories while noting the ongoing French inquiry cites alcohol and speeding as main causes.
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Paul McCartney Skips Clear Plans for Linda Tribute Concerts
Paul McCartney gave his first cyber interview to promote Linda McCartney’s posthumous album White Prairie. He spoke about his late wife Linda, shared mashed potato recipe details, and said he has not decided if he will perform in Chrissie Hynde’s tribute concerts, noting he may be too emotional to participate.
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First Lady's Gallery highlights Lady Bird Johnson life
A new LBJ Presidential Library exhibit on Lady Bird Johnson features a display of letters and White House china with wildflowers, plus a Lady Bird Special caboose platform replica. Luci Baines Johnson previews the gallery, opening on the former first lady's 86th birthday, spotlighting the 1934 courtship and a note declaring love and ambition.
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Johnny PayCheck Improves in Atlanta Hospital
Nashville country star Johnny PayCheck, 60, hospitalized a month for a lung infection, remains in critical condition but shows improvement. Manager Marty Martel says PayCheck is more alert and responding to treatment. He recently asked for coffee, and is best known for Take This Job and Shove It.
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Ashley Burns Finishes Gingerbread House Project
In Huntington, fifth graders at Huntington Intermediate School work on holiday projects led by Carolyn Black. Ashley Burns applies final touches to a Gingerbread House as part of the class activity, photographed for AP.
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Military morale holds as Iraq war fuels debate in House
At the Pentagon Cohen said strikes show success as Iraq faces UN inspections. Saddam vowed not to yield. Shelton described over 75 targets hit in two nights with 200 plus sorties and nearly 300 cruise missiles in two days. US forces used B 1B bombers for the first time, while air defense systems showed limited destruction amid ongoing combat.
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School board halts lighted practice field project
Wallace cites more than 20000 dollars from the high school budget for fences sprinklers and dugouts while volunteers raised funds for lights. The board says donated land was for a practice field not a tournament setup and orders poles returned.
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Field fight stalls lights for school softball complex
At a Thursday board meeting, members debated completing a practice field with lights and facilities or relocating it. The majority backed finishing dugouts sprinklers and a pitching machine while denying high-dollar additions. Principal Fenner suggested no disciplinaries.
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Texas Lottery Winning Numbers And Pick 3 Update
Friday draw results list Cash 5 numbers 2 20 21 32 35 Texas Million 15 25 28 76 Pick 3 shown with Ze e. Updated Lotto Texas Pick 3 and Cash 5 numbers are available via InfoLine by phone.
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Notable Odds and Ends From L M Boyd’s Column
A collage of trivia and reflections on pop culture history. Notes include Japan's influence on early comics, The Streets of Laredo, a playful take on marital infidelity statistics, the origin of the thimble, and automotive innovations. The piece also covers superstition about the 13th floor in offices, and a quirky claim about the resting heart period.
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