Mount Vernon recalls George Washington emancipation of slaves
Mount Vernon marks the 200th anniversary of Washington’s will freeing his slaves at his Virginia estate overlooking the Potomac. The commemoration gathers direct descendants on January 1 while notes explain the will’s terms and the limits of freedom for other slaves.
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Mount Vernon
George Washington
Commonwealth
Martha Washington
Washington
Billy Lee
Jim Rees
Rees
Kmart employees sue over discrimination after injuries
Twenty four current and former Kmart workers from the Fairless Hills distribution center claim the chain violated the Americans with Disabilities Act by blocking job advancement transfers and overtime after on the job injuries. They seek back pay damages and reinstatement, alleging a hostile work environment and dismissals.
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Philadelphia
Kmart
Fairless Hills
Steve Pagnani
Troy
Kmart Corp
Clyde Waite
Waite
Clinton and brother to visit Camp David
President Clinton and Hillary Rodham Clinton depart the White House by helicopter for Camp David to spend New Year weekend. Roger Clinton films as Tyler joins them and Hugh accompanies the first family. Dog Buddy is accidentally left behind and later located. The couple will return Tuesday for ceremonies surrounding Hillary Clinton’s Senate oath.
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Roger
Clinton
White House
Camp David
Hillary Rodham _ Clinton
Tyler
Hillary
Hugh
Senate
New York
Jake Siewert
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Prana
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Paul Evans
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