Protests swell over Exxon Valdez spill anger spreads
Protesters, radio talk jockeys, and consumers react to the Alaska oil spill. Friends of Prince William Sound organize marches outside Exxon stations while Seattle Alki Beach hosts a large rally. Bomb threats against Exxon service stations surface as operators stress differences between independent outlets and the company. Exxon defends its response and urges public support amid boycotts.
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Wayne Konitshek
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Jealous winery worker kills five in California rampage
Ramon Salcido, 28, killed five people including his suspected wife and mother-in-law then fled with his three young daughters in a case that spurred all-points alerts across Sonoma County. Investigators reported multiple scenes including a ranch, a winery, and Salcido’s home in Boyes Hot Springs.
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China’s population tops 1.1 billion amid policy strain
Beijing reports 1.1 billion residents as officials warn growth out of control under one child policy. Editorials say large population hampers development and strains feed and housing capacity. Projections suggest 1.3 billion by century’s end with birth rates remaining high.
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Officials blast Exxon over inadequate Alaska spill cleanup
Valdez officials and federal authorities accuse Exxon of a lackadaisical response to the 10.1 million gallon spill. Gov. Steve Cowper and Coast Guard Chief Paul Yost demand a concrete shoreline plan within days and warn of a large scale beach cleanup operation.
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Dennis Kelso
Department of Environmental Conservation
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