Les Aspin, Former Defense Secretary, Dies at 56
Former Defense Secretary Les Aspin died at 7:55 p.m. after a massive stroke at Georgetown University Medical Center. At his hospitalization he was lucid and able to speak briefly. he had a history of heart disease and left-side paralysis from the stroke. President Clinton and Defense Secretary Perry mourned the loss, noting Aspin’s strategic influence and personal friendship.
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Public school prayer debate tests religious amendment
Washington officials clash over a constitutional amendment on religion in schools. White House adviser Stephanopoulos argues current law permits prayer and warns against coercion. Christian Coalition's Reed says an amendment is needed to curb hostility to faith, citing court limits on invocations at graduations and sports. Congressional Republicans delay action, noting lack of votes.
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Ghost Road stalemate over timber sale in Saratoga Texas
In Hardin County Texas residents clash with sellers over cutting timber along the eight mile Ghost Road, a famed spooky stretch pictured in National Geographic. County commissioners consider a sale yielding 60 000 to 100 000 dollars while a committee to study a compromise holds hearings and seeks balance between revenue and preserving the roadside atmosphere.
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Tom Mayfield
National Geographic Magazine
Crime dips again may rise soon
Violent and nonviolent crime fell in 1994 for the third straight year per FBI data, though experts warn trends mask rising killings by teenage boys. Robbery, murder, and rape declined. Houston saw a 16 percent murder drop, Arlington surged 157 percent, while Texas cities overall showed minor decreases.
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PBACs closing shocks board after funding cut
PBAC faced financial troubles in its early years and abruptly closed in October after Texas Health pulled state and federal funding. Board Vice Chair Jerry Prothro blamed the IRS tax liability. Dr Charles Bell cited broader fiscal, community, and service issues and alleged mismanagement as factors. The clash over reasons left taxpayers and clients losing.
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Financial disarray tied to state changes at PBAC
PBAC board members dispute the Texas Department of Health finding of financial problems that led to the termination of the funding contract. They cite agency recommendations on shifting check-writing duties to the executive director and PBAC staff, with treasurer Mark Cox noting past two-signature controls.
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